by Rod Pearson
Tuesday, Sep 19, 2023
Game Time: 1:00 pm ET, Sunday, September 24, 2023
Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN
Where to Watch: FOX
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: Chargers -1, Vikings +1; Over/Under: 54 points
Bet365: Point Spread: Chargers -1, Vikings +1; Over/Under: 54 points
BetMGM: Point Spread: Chargers -1, Vikings +1; Over/Under: 54 points
Season Record
Los Angeles Chargers: 0-2 (3rd place, AFC West)
Minnesota Vikings: 0-2 (3rd place, NFC North)
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Los Angeles Chargers: lost their last game on the road against the Tennessee Titans in overtime 27-24.
Minnesota Vikings: lost their last game on the road against the Philadelphia Eagles 34-28.
Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings Preview and Analysis
The Chargers are entering this game with a 0-2 record overall and they have a 0-0 record in their divisional games too. They are 0-1 in their home games, 0-1 in their road games, and they are also 0-0 in their neutral site games this season, but they will be on the road for this game. They lost their last game against the Tennessee Titans in OT 27-24. Justin Herbert was the starting QB and he completed 27/41 passes for 305 passing yards, 2 touchdowns, and 0 interceptions. Joshua Kelley led the team in rushing yards with 39. Keenan Allen led the receivers with 111 receiving yards on 8 receptions and 2 TDs. Derwin James Jr. led the defense in that game with 7 solo tackles and 4 assisted tackles while Joey Bosa led the defense in sacks with 2. No one on the defense came away with an interception in that game.
The Vikings are entering this game with a 0-2 record overall and they have a 0-0 record in their divisional games too. They are 0-1 in their home games, 0-1 in their road games, and they are also 0-0 in their neutral site games this season, but they will be at home for this game. They lost their last game against the Philadelphia Eagles 34-28. Kirk Cousins was the starting QB and he completed 31/44 passes for 364 passing yards, 4 touchdowns, and 0 interceptions. Alexander Mattison led the team in rushing yards with 28. Justin Jefferson led the receivers with 159 receiving yards on 11 receptions. Jordan Hicks led the defense in that game with 8 solo tackles and 3 assisted tackles while Danielle Hunter led the defense in sacks with 3. Theo Jackson came away with the only interception for them in that game.
Chargers vs Vikings Prediction
The current betting odds have the Chargers listed as a 1 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. Both of these teams enter this game with 0-2 records to start the season so both are going to bring their best effort here as neither team wants to start 0-3. Both of these teams have really good offenses that have been putting up points in their games too. The Chargers have the edge here as they have played against 2 really good teams and lost both in some really close games. The Vikings also lost their 2 games in really close games but they have had a big issue with turnovers this season and that carried over from week 1 into week 2. The Vikings do have the home advantage but until they clean up the turnovers in their games, they will continue to find ways to lose against these good teams they play. The best way to place a bet here is on the Chargers to cover the spread in this game.
Chargers Vikings Prediction: Our NFL Pick for Sunday, September 24, 2023 (1:00 pm ET start time) is Chargers 38 Vikings 34.
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NFL Betting Trends
Los Angeles Chargers: 6-11 ATS off 1 or more straight overs. 14-20 ATS against NFC North division opponents. 11-6 OVER off 1 or more straight overs. 6-1 OVER off a road loss. 12-3 OVER after 1 or more consecutive losses.
Minnesota Vikings: 35-22 ATS as a home underdog of 7 points or less. 59-33 ATS after 2 or more consecutive losses. 15-3 OVER after 1 or more consecutive losses against the spread. 24-13 OVER in all games. 10-5 OVER as an underdog.
Key Injuries
Los Angeles Chargers: C. Rumph II (LB) day-to-day - Hamstring. D. Henley (LB) day-to-day - Hamstring. A. Ekeler (RB) day-to-day - Ankle. E. Kendricks (LB) day-to-day - Personal. O. Ogbonnia (DL) Out indefinitely - Knee. J. Guyton (WR) Out indefinitely - Knee.
Minnesota Vikings: O. Udoh (G) out for season - Quadricep. G. Bradbury (C) day-to-day - Back. J. Metellus (S) day-to-day - Shoulder. K. Nwangwu (RB) Out indefinitely - Back. J. Lynch (DL) I-R - Knee.
Notable Quotes
“We had a tough time protecting the passer today and just didn’t do well enough in that phase to give us a chance to earn overtime.” - Brandon Staley after his team’s loss against the Titans in their last game.
“No one’s more torn up about that one than Justin.” - Kevin O’Connell after his team’s loss against the Eagles in their last game.
Starting Lineups
Los Angeles Chargers
WR Williams, Mike
WR Palmer, Joshua
WR ALLEN, KEENAN
TE Everett, Gerald
QB Herbert, Justin
RB Ekeler, Austin
Minnesota Vikings
WR Jefferson, Justin
WR Addison, Jordan
WR Osborn, K.J.
TE Hockenson, T.J.
QB COUSINS, KIRK
RB Mattison, Alexander
FB HAM, C.J.
Statistical Leaders
Los Angeles Chargers
Passing: J. Herbert (534)
Rushing: J. Kelley (130)
Receiving: K. Allen (187)
Touchdowns: K. Allen (2)
Minnesota Vikings
Passing: K. Cousins (708)
Rushing: A. Mattison (62)
Receiving: J. Jefferson (309)
Touchdowns: J. Addison (2)
Coaches:
Los Angeles Chargers: Brandon Staley (3rd season)
Minnesota Vikings: Kevin O'Connell (2nd season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
