Chiefs vs Chargers Betting Trends, Odds, and Insights - January 7th, 2024

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In a highly anticipated matchup, the Kansas City Chiefs will face off against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. As divisional rivals, both teams will be motivated to secure a victory in this game. Kickoff is scheduled for Sunday at 4:25 PM ET.

The Chiefs have had a solid season with a record of 10-6. They have displayed strong performances, winning 10 of their last 15 games. In their most recent outing, they emerged victorious against the Cincinnati Bengals with a score of 25-17.

On the other hand, the Chargers have struggled this season, currently holding a disappointing record of 5-11. They have faced challenges in meeting their preseason expectations and are looking to turn things around. Unfortunately, they enter this game on a four-game losing streak, most recently falling to the Denver Broncos by a score of 16-9.

These two teams have already met once this season in Week 7, which adds an extra layer of significance to this matchup. In their previous encounter, the Chiefs emerged triumphant with a 31-17 victory over the Chargers.

The odds for this game slightly favor the Chargers, with a 63% chance of winning, compared to the Chiefs' 37% chance. The spread initially opened with the Chargers favored by 1 point but has since moved to Chargers -3.5. This significant line movement suggests that sharp bettors are backing the Chargers, while the sportsbooks may be hoping for the Chiefs to cover the spread.

As the game approaches, all eyes will be on these divisional rivals as they battle it out on the field. Will the Chiefs continue their winning streak, or can the Chargers turn their season around with a much-needed victory? Football fans and bettors alike will be eagerly awaiting the outcome of this thrilling matchup.

Chiefs Insights

Accounting for their underlying traits and game dynamics, the Chiefs are forecasted by the model to run 66.2 plays on offense in this game: the 8th-highest number among all teams this week.
After averaging 38.0 air yards per game last year, Justin Watson has gotten better this year, currently pacing 65.0 per game.
In this week's game, Noah Gray is forecasted by the projections to place in the 81st percentile when it comes to TEs with 0.17 receiving TDs.

Chargers Insights

The Los Angeles Chargers may lean on the pass less in this week's contest (and call more rushes) because they be rolling with backup QB Easton Stick.
The Chiefs cornerbacks project as the 6th-best collection of CBs in football this year in defending receivers.
This year, the shaky Chiefs defense has conceded the 10th-most yards-after-the-catch in football to opposing teams: a staggering 5.04 YAC.