- Matchup: Denver Broncos vs Los Angeles Chargers
- Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Venue: SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA
- Broadcast: CBS
- Betting Odds: Chargers +3.5
- Total Points (Over/Under): 42
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The Los Angeles Chargers (0-4) are set to face off against the Denver Broncos (2-2) at SoFi Stadium this Sunday. The Broncos are entering this game as 3.5-point favorites, with an over-under line set at 42 points.
Currently, the Denver Broncos hold a 2-2 record for the season. In their last outing, the Broncos were defeated by the San Francisco 49ers with a score of 24-14. J.K. Dobbins led the rushing attack for Denver, accumulating 40 yards on 11 carries (3.6 yards per carry). RJ Harvey was the top receiver, registering 68 yards on 10 catches, averaging 6.8 yards per reception. Quarterback Bo Nix completed 25 of 42 passes for 214 yards and 1 touchdown, achieving a QB rating of 80.9 while avoiding interceptions. On defense, the Broncos allowed 140 rushing yards on 35 attempts, averaging 4.0 yards per carry, and yielded 19 completions on 30 attempts for 218 passing yards (63.3% completion rate). In total, Denver managed 296 yards over 64 plays, including 82 rushing yards on 22 attempts, averaging 3.7 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring, the Denver Broncos average 18.5 points per game (PPG). They currently rank 29th in rushing, with an average of 81.3 yards per game, contributing to a cumulative total of 1,121 offensive yards this season. The Broncos have recorded 39 first downs and incurred 29 penalties totaling 187 yards. They have turned over the ball five times (three interceptions and two fumbles). On the offensive side, the Broncos have scored 5 touchdowns through the air and 2 on the ground.
Defensively, the Broncos are currently positioned 17th overall, allowing 23.5 PPG. Opponents are averaging 4.8 yards per rush and 142.8 rushing yards per game against them. In terms of passing defense, the Broncos have surrendered a total of 929 yards, ranking them 21st in the league; they’ve yielded an average of 232.3 passing yards per game with a completion rate allowed of 57.4%. Overall, they permit 375.0 total yards per game, placing them 28th across the league. The Broncos have allowed 6 passing touchdowns and 4 rushing touchdowns this season, with a cumulative 571 rushing yards given up in 4 games.
The Los Angeles Chargers are struggling this season with an 0-4 record. In their latest game, the Chargers fell short, losing 30-23 to the Seattle Seahawks. Omarion Hampton was the leading rusher with 45 yards on 9 attempts, averaging 5.0 yards per carry. Tre Harris shined as a receiver, making 3 grabs for 60 yards (20.0 yards each catch). Quarterback Justin Herbert registered 189 passing yards with 1 touchdown on 19 completions from 31 attempts, ending with a QB rating of 62.4 while throwing 2 interceptions; he averaged 6.1 yards per pass. The Chargers’ defense conceded 138 rushing yards on 33 attempts (4.2 yards per carry) and allowed opposing quarterbacks to complete 59.1% of passes, yielding 148 yards on 13 completions from 22 attempts. Overall, Los Angeles compiled a total of 301 yards through 64 plays (4.7 yards per play) while rushing for 147 yards on 32 attempts, averaging 4.6 yards per carry.
The Los Angeles Chargers have averaged 306.8 total yards per game, ranking 21st in the league. They maintain an average of 121.5 rushing yards per outing, totaling 486 rushing yards for the season. The offense has given up 6 interceptions and has lost 4 fumbles while achieving 37 first downs. Their defense has been marked by 38 penalties, yielding 289 total yards, placing them 4th in the NFL for penalized yardage. With 741 passing yards this season and an average of 185.3 passing yards per game, the Chargers rank 24th in the league. Currently, they are 29th in scoring, averaging just 16.8 points per game.
Defensively, the Chargers have allowed 6 passing touchdowns and rank 14th in allowing 211.8 passing yards per outing. They have given up 487 rushing yards (121.8 yards per game) and 6 rushing touchdowns throughout the season. Their defense has caused 7 turnovers (3 forced fumbles and 4 interceptions) to date. In total, they have conceded 106 points and have been on the field for 253 plays, which stands at 19th in the league. The Chargers are allowing an average of 26.5 PPG, putting them 24th overall.
Will the Broncos or Chargers come out on top in this thrilling NFL showdown?
Prediction: Bet on the Chargers +3.5
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