Two AFC West rivals clash on Thursday Night Football in a crucial matchup for playoff contention.
The final Thursday Night Football matchup before Christmas pits two teams against each other who would secure the last two playoff spots in the AFC if the season ended today. Although the season isn't over yet, the winner of this AFC West showdown between the Denver Broncos and the Los Angeles Chargers will take a significant step towards clinching a playoff berth. For the Broncos , a victory over the Chargers is all they need to guarantee a spot in the postseason.
For the Chargers, a win will almost certainly secure their playoff appearance this year, but they'll still need losses from the Miami Dolphins and the Indianapolis Colts to solidify their position. Despite being a game behind Denver in the division, Los Angeles enters the game as 2.5 point favorites at FanDuel Sportsbook. The game is projected to be a low-scoring affair, with an over/under set at just 41.5. This isn't unexpected, as these two teams are tied for first place in the NFL in points against, allowing just 17.6 points per game through the first 15 weeks. With two formidable defenses facing off, the outcome is likely to hinge on which team has the better quarterback, and in this case, that advantage lies with the Chargers, who are predicted to win outright while covering the spread. However, both teams are expected to rely on their ground game to control the clock, suggesting that fans should bet on the under. The game will air at 8:15 ET/5:15 PT on Prime Video from Amazon. Today’s open thread is brought to you by FanDuel
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