WagerTalk NFL handicapper Andy Lang offers his Los Angeles Chargers vs Denver Broncos Week 17 betting preview for Sunday, January 2. At the time of posting, the Chargers have climbed to a 7.5-point home favorite over the visiting Broncos, with the total sitting at 45.5 points.<\/p>\n
Stay on top of the latest NFL<\/a> updates direct from Las Vegas!<\/em><\/p>\n Sunday’s Week 17 AFC West matchup between the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers features two teams vying for a spot in the AFC playoff picture. The Chargers were dealt an ugly road loss by a score of 41-27 against the Houston Texans. The Broncos are coming off a 17-13 defeat on the road against the Las Vegas Raiders.<\/p>\n Denver won at home in a Week 12 matchup against the Chargers by a score of 28-13. Teddy Bridgewater was the Broncos quarterback in that game while Drew Lock will be at the helm this Sunday.<\/p>\n The Denver Broncos playoff hopes are slipping away and they will need to win the next two games to get a Wild Card spot. Their offense is not nearly as explosive with Drew Lock at quarterback, as he only threw for 153 yards last week.<\/p>\n The Broncos do have a ground game that has the ability to grind the game away and keep the ball out of Justin Herbert’s hands. Melvin Gordon and Javonte Williams are the only running back duo in the league to both rush for over 750 yards. To put things in perspective, only 14 other teams have a single running back with over 750 yards.<\/p>\n The Denver defense is truly one of the elite units in the league. They allow an average of 17.3 points a game, which ranks them No. 1 in the league. Their pass defense ranks 5th, while the rush defense is 13th overall.<\/p>\n The Los Angeles Chargers suffered an embarrassing loss the Houston Texans last week. They did have several players out with Covid protocols including running back Austin Ekeler and wide receiver Mike Williams. Sophomore quarterback Justin Herbert continues to post big numbers including eight 300 yard games to accompany 33 touchdowns and 14 interceptions.<\/p>\n The Chargers offense scores 27.2 points a game, good for 8th in the league. However their defense has been atrocious. They gave up well over 400 yards last week against the Texans and allow 27.4 points a game, ranking them 31st in the NFL.<\/p>\n The Los Angeles Chargers are favored by 7.5 points with an over\/under of 45.5. The home team is 6-3-1 against the spread in the last ten head-to-head matchups. Justin Herbert is by far the most talented offensive player on the field, but his defense consistently let’s him down.<\/p>\n These teams are polar opposites when it comes to going over or under a total. Tough to tell what wins out. The Broncos defense has been on point, as they have held 4 of their last 5 opponents to 17 points or less. The Broncos already beat the Chargers 28-13, so we will count on a close game and take Denver +7.5. We also have to keep in mind that the Chargers roster is littered with injuries and players in Covid health and safety protocol.<\/p>\n Official Play: Denver Broncos +7.5<\/p>\n Interested in placing a bet on this Los Angeles Chargers vs Denver Broncos contest? DraftKings is offering a $1,000 Deposit Bonus<\/a> for first-time bettors in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Indiana, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Tennessee, Michigan, Virginia, Wyoming and Arizona.<\/em><\/p>\n \ud83d\udc40\ud83e\udd11 @thegoldsheet<\/a> is feeling the Holiday Spirit! From today until January 2nd, you can have FREE ACCESS to the Gold Sheet. \u2014 WagerTalk (@WagerTalk) December 24, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n
\n NFL Week 17<\/th>\n Betting Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n \n Point Spread:<\/td>\n Los Angeles Chargers -7.5 vs Denver Broncos<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Total:<\/td>\n 45.5 Points<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Game Time:<\/td>\n 4:05pm ET \/ 1:05pm PT on Sunday, January 2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Stadium:<\/td>\n SoFi Stadium in Inglewood<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n TV:<\/td>\n CBS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Los Angeles Chargers vs Denver Broncos Analysis<\/h2>\n
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