The Arizona Cardinals (4-7) host the Los Angeles Chargers (5-5) for an exciting interleague matchup at State Farm Stadium on Sunday. According to NFL point spreads, the Chargers are -3 (-110) road spread favorites.
Both squads are looking to get back in the win column as the Chargers lost to the Chiefs 30-27, while the Cardinals fell in primetime to the 49ers 38-10.
Let’s take a look at the Los Angeles Chargers vs Arizona Cardinals bets, one of the best NFL matchups this week.
Los Angeles Chargers vs. Arizona Cardinals
Matchup Information
- Venue: State Farm Stadium
- Matchup Time: 4:05 ET
- How to Watch: Fubo TV
- Where to Watch: CBS
Los Angeles Chargers Analysis
Offense
The Chargers have improved their offensive performance, totaling 351.7 yards per game (12th in the NFL), and they rank 14th in the NFL by scoring 22.7 points per game.
The Chargers’ pass offense is sixth-best (263.8 passing yards per game), but they have had a difficult time running the ball recently as they currently rank third-worst in rushing offense (87.9 rushing yards per game).
Defense
Defensively, with 369.0 yards surrendered per game, the Chargers rank 25th. In addition to having a bottom-five scoring defense in terms of points allowed per game (25.8), they also have the third-worst rushing defense (148.5 rushing yards per game allowed) in 2022 and are 18th in terms of pass defense (220.5 passing yards allowed per game) this season.
Arizona Cardinals Analysis
Offense
The Cardinals, who average 331.9 total yards per game on offense, are rated 20th. They have produced more offensively, scoring 21.8 points per game (18th-ranked).
The Cardinals are the 16th-best passing team in the NFL (223.0 passing yards per game), according to NFL team stats.
The Cardinals are averaging 108.9 running yards per game from an offensive perspective (21st-ranked).
Defense
On the defensive side of the ball, the Cardinals are surrendering 360.3 total yards, which puts them in 24th in the league.
They are also conceding 26.9 points allowed per game, ranking them the third-worst defense in the league. In addition to giving up 245.4 passing yards allowed per contest, they are ranked 13th in the NFL with 114.9 rushing yards allowed per game.
NFL Stats and Standings
Chargers Stats and Standings
The Los Angeles Chargers started out their campaign strong going 4-2, with victories over the Raiders, Texans, Browns, and Broncos.
But over the following four games, Los Angeles went 1-3, losing to the Seahawks, the 49ers, and most recently, the Chiefs. Their lone victory came against the Falcons on the road.
For those reasons, the Los Angeles Chargers now find themselves with a 5-5 record in the NFL standings and a second-place spot in the AFC West division.
In terms of NFL player stats, Justin Herbert leads the team with 2,730 passing yards and 16 touchdowns with just seven interceptions.
Austin Ekeler leads the team with 534 rushing yards, while Mike Williams leads pass catchers with 510 yards.
Defensively, Derwin James holds the team lead with 92 tackles, while Bryce Callhans paces the team in interceptions (2).
When it comes to Chargers vs Cardinals bets, the Chargers are in a much better position with their all-around talent to take this NFL matchup.
Arizona Cardinals Stats and Standings
The Arizona Cardinals lost to the Chiefs, Rams, Eagles, and Seahawks in their first six games, going 2-4 overall.
However, they have not improved much going on a 2-3 run, winning against the Saints and Rams while suffering defeats to the Vikings, Seahawks, and most recently, the 49ers.
The Cardinals were behind 17-10 at halftime of their Monday game against the 49ers. Arizona lost 38-10 after being outscored 21-0 in the second half. Colt McCoy, the quarterback, amassed 218 yards and an interception.
James Conner had 14 carries for 42 yards and a touchdown. Keep an eye on the NFL injury report for Kyler Murray to return as he leads the team in both passing yards (2,168) and rushing yards (359).
Most Remarkable Player for this Matchup
Player 1: Kyler Murray (QB) 2,168 passing yards, 359 rushing yards, 14 total touchdowns.
Player 2: Justin Herbert (QB) 2,730 passing yards, 16 touchdowns, seven interceptions.
Player 3: Austin Ekeler (RB) 534 rushing yards, seven rushing touchdowns, and four receiving touchdowns.
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