- Matchup: Minnesota Vikings vs Los Angeles Chargers
- Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
- Venue: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA
- Broadcast: Prime Video
- Point Spread: Chargers (-3.5)
- Over/Under: 44.5
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The Minnesota Vikings, currently holding a 3-3 record, are set to clash with the Los Angeles Chargers (4-3) this Thursday at SoFi Stadium. The Chargers enter this matchup as 3.5-point favorites, with the total at 44.5 points.
The Vikings are looking to bounce back after a defeat against the Philadelphia Eagles, where they fell short with a score of 28-22. Quarterback Carson Wentz completed 26 of 42 passes for 313 yards, posting a quarterback rating of 64.9, along with 2 interceptions. Wide receiver Jordan Addison showcased his skills with 9 catches for 128 yards, averaging 14.2 yards per reception. On the ground, Jordan Mason led the Vikings with 15 carries totaling 57 yards (3.8 yards per carry). Overall, Minnesota managed 387 total yards on 65 plays, including 89 rushing yards from 23 attempts for an average of 3.9 yards per carry. Defensively, they allowed 120 rushing yards on 23 attempts, yielding an average of 2.0 yards per run, while also conceding 316 yards through the air on 19 completions out of 23 attempts, resulting in an 82.6% completion rate.
To date, the Vikings have accumulated 1,912 yards this season and achieved 64 first downs, though they have faced challenges with 47 penalties totaling 367 yards. In terms of scoring, they have registered 8 touchdown passes and 5 rushing touchdowns, while turning the ball over 11 times (7 interceptions and 4 fumbles). The Vikings are averaging 103.8 rushing yards per game, placing them at 20th in league rankings. Collectively, they are putting up an average of 24.2 points per game in the NFC North.
Defensively, the Vikings rank 10th in the league, allowing an average of 20.8 points per game. Opponents are averaging 4.2 yards per rush and 117.7 rushing yards per game against them. In the air, Minnesota has allowed 1,104 passing yards, ranking them 4th in the league for passing defense, while yielding an average of 184.0 yards per game and a completion percentage of 67.7%. Overall, they are permitting 301.7 yards per game, positioned 9th in the NFL, and have surrendered 8 passing touchdowns along with 4 rushing touchdowns this season, totaling 706 rushing yards across 6 games.
The Los Angeles Chargers bring a 4-3 record into this matchup. In their previous game, they suffered a loss to the Indianapolis Colts, finishing with a score of 38-24. Quarterback Justin Herbert threw for 420 yards on 37 of 55 passing, contributing 3 touchdown passes but also recording 2 interceptions. His average yards per attempt was 7.6. Keenan Allen stepped up with 11 catches for 119 yards (10.8 yards per catch). Herbert also contributed on the ground, carrying the football 6 times for 31 yards, averaging 5.2 yards per carry. The Chargers amassed 445 total yards on 71 plays, averaging 6.3 yards per play. In their rushing game, they averaged 3.4 yards per carry, totaling 54 yards on 16 attempts. Defensively, the Chargers allowed 120 rushing yards on 23 carries (5.2 yards per carry), while their secondary permitted a completion rate of 67.6%, yielding 281 yards on 23 completions out of 34 attempts.
Los Angeles boasts an impressive offensive average of 372.7 yards per game, ranking 4th overall in the league. They average 111.1 rushing yards per game, totaling 778 rushing yards this season. The Chargers have thrown 6 interceptions and lost 4 fumbles, managing to secure 91 first downs. Additionally, they rank 10th in the league for penalties incurred, totaling 379 yards on 52 infractions. Through the season, they have amassed 1,831 passing yards, averaging 261.6 yards per game, which places them at 3rd in professional football. In terms of scoring, they rank 20th in the league, averaging 21.6 points per game.
On the defensive side, the Chargers have allowed 7 touchdown passes and are giving up 192.3 passing yards per game, ranking 8th in the NFL for passing defense. They have also surrendered 865 rushing yards (123.6 yards per game) and 10 rushing touchdowns through the season. The defense has managed to create 7 turnovers (6 interceptions and 1 fumble) so far this year, with a total of 163 points allowed. Their defensive unit has participated in 409 plays, landing them 12th in the league, while allowing 23.3 points per game, placing them 18th overall.
Which team will emerge victorious in this Vikings-Chargers matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Vikings +3.5
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