The Chargers and Denver Broncos will matchup on Sunday, Dec 10. Kickoff for the game is 4:25 ET and will be shown on CBS. Los Angeles is favored by 2.5 points in this game, and the total is 44. Who do we think will come out on top? Keep reading for our top Chargers vs. Broncos player props and predictions.
Chargers VS. Broncos Odds
- Spread: Chargers -2.5
- Total 44
Game Info
- Date: Sunday, Dec 10
- Time: 4:25 ET
- Location: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood CA
- TV: CBS
Broncos Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Broncos have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- In their last five games away from home, the Broncos have a straight up record of 2-3 while going 1-3-1 vs. the spread. The team averaged 20 points per game in this stretch.
- The Broncos have played well in their last three games as the betting underdog, going 2-1 straight up and 2-1 against the spread.
Chargers Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Chargers have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Across the Chargers last ten home games, the team averaged 22 points per game while allowing 20. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 5-5 while going 4-6 straight-up.
- As the betting favorite, the Chargers have an ATS record of 2-1 in their last three games. In these matchups, their straight up record was 2-1.
Will the Broncos Make it Happen on the Road?
Through 12 games, the Broncos have a record of 6-6. This mark has them 2nd in the AFC-West and 9th in the AFC. The Broncos have put together an above .500 record versus the spread this season, currently at 4-7-1. Their average scoring margin for this season is -3.2.
In the previous game, the Broncos lost by a score of 22-17 against the Texans. The Broncos had a 5-point loss, resulting in a defeat on their ATS record. They were 3.5-point underdogs going into the game. Going into the game vs. Houston, the over/under line was 47. With a combined total of 39 points, the under hit in this game.
Against the Texans, the Broncos ran the ball 30 times, with Javonte Williams as the primary rusher, accumulating 46 yards. Russell Wilson attempted 26 passes, amassing 186 yards and a passer rating of 53.
Facing the Chargers this week, the Broncos defense has allowed an average of 25.2 points per game. They currently rank 12th in quarterback hits and have allowed an average of 385.2 yards per contest.
Will the Los Angeles Defense Show Up at Home?
The Chargers’ week 14 matchup vs. Denver will be their 7th home game of the season. On the road, they have gone 2-4 and are 5-7 overall. In the AFC-West, Los Angeles is 3rd and 12th in the AFC. The Chargers have a 5-7 ATS record so far. As we enter week 14, their scoring margin per game is +1.4.
The Chargers traveled to take on the Patriots in week 13 and won by a score of 6-0. Being favored by 4.5 points against the Patriots, the Chargers came through with an ATS win. The under hit in the Chargers’ most recent game, as the team’s combined for 6 points. The line going into the game was 38.5.
Facing the Patriots defense, Los Angeles’ offense amassed 241 yards in total. On third downs, the Chargers converted at a rate of 33.3%. Austin Ekeler led the rushing game with 18 yards, while Justin Herbert threw for 212 yards.
Defensively, the Chargers come into the game, allowing an average of 265.8 passing yards per game and 113.8 rushing yards. When it comes to sacks, Los Angeles ranks 3rd among other defenses. Overall, they are giving up 21.5 points on 379.5 yards.
Chargers vs. Broncos Player Prop
Looking at the rushing yards props for this game, Joshua Kelley has a prop currently sitting at 20.5. The under is paying out at -120, and taking the over has a payout of -110.
Joshua Kelley is ranked 32nd among running backs in rushing attempts so far, having gained 376 yards. His average yards per carry heading into this week’s game is 4. Denver’s defense is allowing an average of 5.2 yards per rushing attempt so far. My bet is on taking the over at 20.5 rushing yards.
- The Prop: Joshua Kelley Under 20.5 Rushing Yards (-110)
Chargers VS. Broncos Predictions
Los Angeles initially opened as 3.0 point favorites home. The lines have shifted, now standing at Los Angeles -2.5.
For this Chargers vs. Broncos matchup, I like the Chargers to cover the spread as 2.5-point home favorites. Look for this AFC West showdown to come right down to the wire, with the Chargers not only winning but covering.
The Pick: Chargers -2.5 | -114 at Fanduel Sportsbook