The Los Angeles Chargers (3-2) will host the Denver Broncos (2-3) on Monday Night Football. The Chargers and Broncos will gear up for a big Week 6 Monday Night Football matchup.
Thursday Night Football
Denver enters the game having dropped back-to-back contests. They lost to the Las Vegas Raiders two weeks ago before losing a competitive, albeit underwhelming, affair against the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday Night Football a week ago.
The Los Angeles Chargers have won a pair of road games in a row heading into this home matchup. They went into both Houston and Cleveland and took care of business.
The Chargers handily defeated the Texans but narrowly pulled out a 2-point victory over the Browns.
Matchup Information
Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 PM EST on Monday, October 17th, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. Let’s take a look at the Broncos vs Chargers totals, odds, and more.
Denver Broncos Season Forecast
The Broncos have struggled to find consistency in 2022. They are in need of a win in Week 6 to try and climb to the .500 mark on the season.
Moneyline
Opening Line
The Broncos moneyline has remained in the 200s and high 100s for the most part, according to top sportsbooks.
Their odds of winning this game outright are not great, and the spread will give them a better chance of covering.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
The line has been up and down for the most part. Injuries to a few key defenders likely played a role in the line movement here.
Containing LA’s offense will prove to be a challenge if Denver is forced to play short-handed.
What Makes Lose the Bet
Taking the Broncos on the moneyline is a bet that is not worth it.
Spread Line
Opening Line
The Denver Broncos opened the week as anywhere from 6-6.5 point underdogs.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
However, they are now listed at around 4.5-5 point underdogs according to most sportsbooks. With the exception of Javonte Williams, the majority of Denver’s offense projects to be ready to roll on Monday.
Chargers’ Defense
That fact alone spells trouble for a Chargers defense that ranks 30th in points against per game. Granted, Denver’s offense is 31st in points per game this season.
But oddsmakers seem to believe that they will put some points on the board and make things more interesting than they were originally supposed to be.
What Makes Lose the Bet
The Broncos’ odds are interesting. It will depend on what version of the Chargers’ offense we get.
Total
Opening Line
The total started out at 46.5 according to most sportsbooks, and has gone down to 45.5.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
This is likely a lack due to a lack of faith in Denver’s offense despite the Chargers’ questionable defense. Other than that, there isn’t much of a reason for the Broncos vs Chargers totals.
What Makes Lose the Bet
The over may not be a bad bet in this scenario given the struggles on defense for the Chargers combined with their offensive prowess.
Betting Trend to Know
- The Denver Broncos are 1-4 against the spread this season.
- The Broncos are 0-2 against the spread when playing on the road in 2022.
- They are 1-1 against the spread when playing as an underdog this year.
Los Angeles Chargers Season Forecast
Moneyline
Opening Line
The Chargers’ moneyline has hovered in the mid-200’s all week with minimal change.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
This is a what you see is what you get scenario. The only real movement line factor will be the health of Joey Bosa. If Bosa can’t play, we could see the Chargers picks decrease following negative moneyline movement.
But they will likely remain convincing favorites.
What Makes Lose the Bet
Taking LA on the moneyline is a safe bet.
Spread Line
Opening Line
The Chargers opened as 6-point favorites but are now 4.5-5 point favorites.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
Joey Bosa’s health has a more direct correlation for this spread movement. If he can’t play, LA’s lackluster defense will spiral even further in a negative direction.
What Makes Lose the Bet
Continue to keep an eye on the NFL injury report before locking in your final spread betting picks for this game.
Total
Opening Line
The Chargers’ potent offense is the driving force behind the 45.5-point total for this game.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
The moneyline has decreased by 1-point which signifies almost no change. The total won’t see much of an impact in terms of movement moving forward.
What Makes Lose the Bet
Taking the over on this total is a smart pick. The Chargers offense is extremely capable, while Denver’s offense has the talent to break out at some point.
The Broncos vs Chargers totals will be decided by both teams’ offensive strengths.
Betting Trend to Know
- The Chargers are 4-1 against the spread this season.
- Los Angeles is 1-1 against the spread when playing at home.
- They are 3-1 against the spread as a favorite this year.
Most Profitable Players of this Matchup to Bet On
With the NFL schedule Week 6 featuring the Broncos and Chargers, there are a number of valuable player props worth placing money on.
Russell Wilson
The Chargers’ lack of a red zone defense to go along with their all-around struggles bodes well for Wilson. With the majority of people down on Wilson, now is your chance to cash in.
NFL Pick: Over/under 1.5 passing touchdowns
Austin Ekeler
Austin Ekeler is a star. And the Broncos have been about league average in terms of stopping the run, but they are first in limiting the pass. The Chargers are well aware of this and will feed Ekeler all night long.
NFL Pick: Over/under 59.5 rushing yards.
Justin Herbert
Justin Herbert is also a star. But Denver does a better job against the pass, and LA will likely try to utilize the ground game near the end zone.
Despite NFL team stats, Herbert may not find the end zone from an individual standpoint more than once on Monday.
NFL Pick: Over/under 1.5 passing touchdowns.
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