Here’s our Vikings vs Chargers predictions and NFL expert picks for Thursday, October 23! Our NFL analyst Justin Bales brings you his favorite Minnesota vs L.A. Chargers props and betting angles to consider.
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Vikings vs Chargers Predictions Today – Thursday, October 23
The Vikings have struggled with injuries throughout the season, and they’ve been a disappointment through six games. They sit last in the NFC North, entering this week with a 3-3 record.
The Chargers are dealing with several injuries to their running backs. They’re throwing the ball at one of the highest rates in the NFL, and that should continue this week.
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Vikings vs Chargers Odds
Looking for NFL betting lines on Thursday?
- Spread: Chargers -3.5
- Moneyline: Chargers -185 (available at time of publishing)
- Game Total: 44.5 (subject to change)
How To Watch Vikings vs Chargers Thursday
- When: Thursday, October 22, 2025
- Time: 8:15 PM ET
- Where: SoFi Stadium – Inglewood, CA
- Watch: Amazon Prime Video
Vikings Predictions and Preview
Carson Wentz will draw another start with JJ McCarthy working his way back from injury. Aaron Jones has also been activated for Minnesota, who is starting to get healthier as a whole. They continue to feature elite receiving options to help their offensive struggles.
The Vikings have one of the more interesting defenses in the NFL. They’ve given up plenty of rushing yards this season, but they’re average in terms of yards per carry. Minnesota’s struggled, allowing 7.5 yards per attempt through the air, but they also get elite pressure on opposing quarterbacks.
Overall, the Vikings continue to rely on their defense while their offense works through continued issues.
Chargers Predictions and Preview
Justin Herbert is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, and their offensive line is starting to regain health. This offense should continue to get better as Herbert gets more time in the pocket, as they’ll continue to rely heavily on his arm.
Los Angeles doesn’t feature an elite defense. They’ve performed well against the pass, but they’ve struggled a bit against the run. Specifically, the Chargers have struggled against mobile quarterbacks this season.
Vikings vs Chargers Props and Picks Today
There are plenty of Minnesota vs Los Angeles player props to choose from on Underdog for Thursday Night Football. Let’s dive into the Vikings vs Chargers predictions!
Oronde Gadsden Player Props – Higher Than 42.5 Receiving Yards
Gadsden’s completely taken over the tight end snaps for the Chargers. He’s posted 14 receptions for 232 yards and 1 touchdown on 17 targets over the last two weeks. He’s ran 78 routes in those games.
This isn’t an elite matchup for Gadsden, but he’s still getting a relatively low number.
Carson Wentz Player Props – Higher Than 11.5 Rushing Yards
Wentz isn’t an elite runner, but he’s athletic enough to get the job done. He’s posted 12+ rushing yards in three of his four starts this season. We’ve seen Los Angeles consistently struggle against mobile quarterbacks, and Wentz comes with plenty of upside in this matchup.
Justin Herbert Player Props – Higher Than 252.5 Passing Yards
Herbert’s seen plenty of ups and downs throughout the season. He posted 300+ yards in three of his seven games. He also recorded fewer than 205 yards in two games.
Minnesota hasn’t been terrible against quarterbacks, but they are giving up 7.5 yards per attempt this season. Los Angeles loves throwing the ball, and they should force the issue throughout this game.
