- The Chargers had their bye last week, but are coming off back-to-back losses.
- Denver clamped down on the Raiders on Sunday, winning 34-18 and rising to 3-2.
- These two teams last met on December 31, 2023, in a game that the Broncos won 16-9.
Los Angeles and Denver face off in a Week 6 NFL clash. Our Chargers vs Broncos prediction is for the Chargers to earn a well-fought victory in Denver. New head coach Jim Harbaugh is well-versed at winning close games.
Chargers Enter This Game Rested
The Chargers had their bye last week, giving them time to work on their offensive scheme under Harbaugh. They started the season 2-0 with a 48-13 point differential after beating the mediocre Raiders and Panthers. Unfortunately, Los Angeles struggled offensively against their next two more competitive opponents, getting outscored 37-20 by the Steelers and Chiefs. They face another tough defense this week, needing a spark.
Broncos Heating Up Under Nix
Denver is currently moving in the opposite direction as the Chargers. After starting the year 0-2, they’ve now won three straight games. The Broncos were exceptional on defense in that span, allowing just over 11 ppg. They have a good chance of continuing their momentum against Los Angeles’ struggling offense. QB Bo Nix had the best game of his young career in Sunday’s win, finishing 19 for 27 for 206 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Chargers vs Broncos Prediction: Chargers’ Defense Clamps Down
Conventional wisdom would say to pick the Broncos here. After all, Denver has won three games in a row and Los Angeles has lost two straight. They’re also at home for this matchup. That being said, NFL Sundays rarely follow conventional wisdom. Another way of looking at it is that the Chargers are due for a win and the Broncos are due for a loss. I don’t see a Harbaugh-led team losing a third straight game after a bye week. I like LA here.
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