Chiefs vs. Chargers Point Spread: NFL Week 1 Odds, Prediction
Week 1 of the NFL is here, and there is no shortage of excitement. Part of this huge week is an international battle between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Chargers, who take the field in Brazil.
These two AFC West teams are going to be a threat throughout each week and will look to kick off their season the right way. Keep your eye on the NFL odds board to track any shifts.
Kansas City has beaten Los Angeles in seven consecutive matchups dating back to 2021. Can they make it eight, or will the Chargers end the streak?
NFL Point Spread and Betting Analysis
There is a lot of value within the betting odds for this NFL Week 1 game between the Chiefs and Chargers. Kansas City comes into this one as the betting favourite, with a spread of -3.
This gives the Chiefs a money line value of (-170) but don’t think Los Angeles at an attractive (+145) price would go down without a fight.
These two teams could have explosive offenses this season, but the game totals do not predict any score out of the ordinary at 45.5 points.
Kansas City Chiefs
The Kansas City Chiefs enter the season looking for vengeance after losing out on the Super Bowl to the Philadelphia Eagles. However, this team has played a lot of football in their five Super Bowl appearances in the past six seasons, and this could result in some fatigue.
There are a few key players to look at on offense that could pose some concern. For starters, star wide receiver Rashee Rice is out for the first six games of the season due to suspension. Star tight-end Travis Kelce looks like his age is beginning to catch up to him as well, and it will be interesting to see if he can bounce back from his worst career touchdown result (three).
Los Angeles Chargers
The Los Angeles Chargers have yet to make much out of slinger Justin Herbert’s career thus far, as he has appeared in just two playoff games. They were blown out of the water in last year’s Wildcard game against the Houston Texans, which has left a sour taste in their mouth.
Los Angeles is making the right moves, including a strong mix of young and old talent, and they present an intriguing team, as I believe they could make sneakily strong headways in the league. They are young, dynamic, and exciting, and will give the more-experienced Chiefs a difficult task in Friday night’s action.
NFL Prediction: Who Will Win Chiefs vs. Chargers?
It is tough to go up against the likes of Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid, but this Chargers group has what it takes to take them down on the big stage.
Jim Harbaugh has his first NFL head coaching season in 10 years under his belt, and he and the Chargers look poised to show the league they are a threat.
The Chargers ended last season on an absolute tear, earning three straight wins while scoring 108 points. That was nine months ago, but I see them keeping this organizational momentum up and starting the season with a win.
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