Two of the top challengers to the Chiefs in the AFC West are the Raiders and Chargers. Las Vegas is in year four of the Jon Gruden era and is off to an impressive start. Now with a new home in Las Vegas, the Raiders need wins to establish credibility. Also with a new home are the Chargers. It was said that Los Angeles didn’t even want the Chargers. But quarterback Justin Herbert is generating plenty of Super Bowl best bets and fan interest. However, Los Angeles is a fickle market in the best of times.
Las Vegas Raiders vs. Los Angeles Chargers Betting Information
| Date: |
Monday, October 4, 2021 |
| Time: |
8:15 pm ET |
| Location: |
SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California |
| TV Coverage: |
ESPN |
Las Vegas Raiders vs. Los Angeles Chargers Betting Odds
| Team |
SP/RL |
TOTAL |
ML |
|
| Raiders |
+3 ( -105 ) |
51½ ( -110 ) |
+145 |
Place Bets |
| Chargers |
-3 ( -115 ) |
51½ ( -110 ) |
-170 |
| Place Bets |
Las Vegas Raiders at Los Angeles Chargers CashBet Wagering Analysis
Las Vegas will bring sharps support as a red-hot online Sportsbook underdog. Squares will prefer an improving Chargers team at home with Justin Herbert. Live betting figures to get plenty of action in a rivalry game that looks even.
Chucky Looks to Spring Horror Show on AFC West
Last week, the Raiders beat the Dolphins 31-28 as 4-point home overlays. The game went over the Betting on Super Bowl total of 45.5. As a result, Las Vegas is 3-0 straight up, 2-1 against the spread, and 2-1 over/under. Las Vegas ranks 1st for overall offense and 6th for scoring offense. While defensively, the Raiders rank 14th overall and 15th for points allowed. Las Vegas is off to its best start in 19 years.
Daniel Carlson’s 22-yard field goal as time expired in overtime lifted the Raiders to victory. In sum, Derek Carr completed 26 of 43 pass attempts for 386 yards and two touchdowns. Peyton Barber led the rushing game with 111 yards and a touchdown on 23 carries. Although the Raiders’ offense outgained Miami 497-330, their special teams and defense made the difference. Those units ignited the comeback after Miami scored the game’s first 14 points.
Chargers Adjust to New Coach and Big Goals
Last Sunday, the Chargers scored an epic 30-24 win against the Chiefs as 6.5-point away dogs. Los Angeles and Kansas City went under the Super Bowl betting odds total of 55. Now LA has a record of 2-1 straight up, 2-1 against the spread, and 0-3 over/under. The Chargers rank 9th for overall offense and 19th for scoring offense. And then defensively, LA ranks 16th overall and 7th for points allowed.
Late on, Justin Herbert threw a jump ball that produced a pass interference call and a first down. Subsequently, Herbert hit Mike Williams with consecutive completions, including the TD throw with 32 seconds left. Los Angeles scored a defining win over the five-time defending AFC West champions.
Herbert finished with 281 yards passing and four TDs without an interception. In fact, he outdueled Patrick Mahomes in a matchup of two of the game’s best young quarterbacks.
Las Vegas Raiders at Los Angeles Chargers Against the Spread
On the road, Las Vegas is 53% against the spread. While in division action, the Raiders are 67% against the spread. As an away team, Las Vegas is 53% over the total. Overall, in division games, the Raiders are 50% over/under the total.
At home, Los Angeles is 33% against the spread. While in division action the Chargers are 36% against the spread. As a home team, Los Angeles is 68% under the Super Bowl betting total. Overall, in division games, the Chargers are 58% over the total.
Las Vegas is 3-1 against the spread vs. the Chargers. While the Raiders and Chargers are 3-1 over/under the total. Specifically, at Los Angeles, Las Vegas is 2-1 vs. the odds against the Chargers. Further, these two teams are 1-4 over/under the total at the Chargers.
Las Vegas Raiders at Los Angeles Chargers CashBet Free Pick
In this situation, with all else even, the NFL gambling dog is the best choice.
Raiders at Chargers CashBet Best Bet:
Las Vegas Raiders
