This weekend, the Los Angeles Chargers will play the Atlanta Falcons in a matchup between two teams attempting to make the playoffs this season. Continue reading below to get our best Chargers vs Falcons Totals and much more.
The Chargers will enter this game after losing their last game, while the Falcons won 37-34 in overtime last weekend.
Ahead of this weekend’s game, here is a look at Chargers vs Falcons totals and other betting information and each team’s season so far.
Los Angeles Chargers Season Forecast
Los Angeles enters week 9 of the NFL schedule with a 4-3 record this season. The Chargers lost 37-23 to the Seattle Seahawks on October 23.
However, prior to that loss, the Chargers won three consecutive games against the Broncos, Browns, and Texans.
Chargers at the NFL Standings
According to the NFL standings, the Chargers are currently second in the AFC West. While they don’t currently lead the division, Los Angeles is still currently in a position to make the playoffs this season.
The Chargers’ strength so far this season has been their offense. Los Angeles is currently 11th in that category in NFL team stats, scoring 23.4 points per game.
Chargers’ Defense
However, Los Angeles’ defense hasn’t had as much success. The Chargers allow 27 points per game, the third most in the NFL while allowing 5.9 yards per play, the seventh most in the league.
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has been one of the best in the NFL this season.
He has thrown 12 touchdowns, fifth most in that category of NFL player stats, in addition to 2,009 passing yards, fourth most in the NFL. Herbert has completed 65.9% of his passes this season.
Moneyline
Opening Line
Los Angeles’ moneyline opened at -160 ahead of this weekend’s game.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
So far, the Chargers’ moneyline has moved from -160 to -161. That could be due to the fact that Los Angeles did not play last weekend.
What Makes Lose the Bet
The Chargers enter this weekend’s game as the favorite, but their defense is currently the 29th-best in the NFL. That could result in a loss this weekend.
NFL Pick: (-160)
Spread Line
Opening Line
Los Angeles began this week favored to win by three points this weekend.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
The Chargers betting odds regarding the spread have not changed so far this week. Los Angeles is still favored by three points before Sunday’s game.
What Makes Lose the Bet
While Los Angeles has won three of its last four games, two of those wins have been by three points or less. That could lead to the Chargers not winning by more than three points this weekend.
NFL Pick: -3 (-115)
Total
Opening Line
The Chargers vs Falcons over/under opened at 48.5 ahead of this weekend’s NFL matchups.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
So far, the over/under for this weekend’s game has remained at 48.5.
What Makes Lose the Bet
In their last five games, two of Los Angeles’ matchups have finished with less than 48.5 total points. As a result, less than 49 points could be scored in this weekend’s matchup.
NFL Pick: Over 49 (-110)
Chargers Betting Trend to Know
So far this season, Los Angeles is 4-3 against the spread. The Chargers were favored by five points in their last game against the Seahawks but lost by 14.
Atlanta Falcons Season Forecast
Before this season, the Falcons were not expected to make the playoffs. However, Atlanta currently leads the NFC South with a 4-4 record.
The Falcons won 37-34 in overtime against the Carolina Panthers last weekend but lost 35-17 to the Cincinnati Bengals two weeks ago.
So far this season, the Falcons defense allows 24.4 points per game, the ninth most in the NFL. Atlanta also allows the second most yards per play in the NFL, which could lead to an increase in the number of points scored against the team in the future.
Falcons’ Offense
Atlanta’s offense has scored 25 points per game, the sixth most in the NFL, so far this season. The Falcons rushing offense has been its strength, averaging 158.1 rushing yards per game, fifth-best in the NFL.
In addition to how well the offense has played this season, Atlanta has also played extremely well at home.
The Falcons have won their last three home games in a row, which could affect Falcons picks against the spread this weekend.
Moneyline
Opening Line
The Falcons moneyline opened at +135 this weekend.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
So far this week, Atlanta’s moneyline has moved from +135 to +136. This could be because the Falcons’ game last weekend ended in overtime, while the Chargers did not play last weekend.
What Makes Lose the Bet
Atlanta has played well at home so far this season but only won by three points last weekend. As a result, Los Angeles could win on the road this weekend.
NFL Pick: (+140)
Spread Line
Opening Line
The Falcons begin this week +3 against the Chargers.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
The Falcons spread is still currently +3 this weekend, but that could change due to the NFL injury report for both teams later this week.
What Makes Lose the Bet
The Falcons most recent home loss, on September 18 against the Los Angeles Rams, was by four points. Atlanta also lost by more than three points against both the Buccaneers and Bengals last month.
NFL Pick: +3 (-110)
Total
Opening Line
The Chargers vs Falcons totals opened the week at 48.5.
How the Line Has Moved and Why
So far this week, the over/under for this game is still 48.5.
What Makes Lose the Bet
Both of the Falcons’ last two games have finished with more than 48 points, but their two games before that both had less than 48 total points.
NFL Pick: Under 49 (-110)
Atlanta Falcons Betting Trend to Know
So far this season, Atlanta is 6-2 against the spread.
Most Profitable Players of this Matchup to Bet On
- Justin Herbert
- Drake London
- Mike Williams
There were no player props available before this article was completed. This weekend’s game could be one of the most interesting NFL matchups of this week.
There could be more points scored in this game than the Chargers vs Falcons totals, and it will be an important game as both teams try to make the playoffs.
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