Las Vegas Raiders vs. Los Angeles Chargers Picks, Odds, Predictions, and Player Props for Week 2

Arguably the most stunning result in Week 1, the Los Angeles Chargers fell flat on their face in a loss to Arizona, burning a majority of survivor entries in the process. With their schedule ramping up, the Chargers can ill-afford to get off to another slow start against the Las Vegas Raiders, potentially digging themselves too deep into a hole to climb out of.

Las Vegas Raiders vs. Los Angeles Chargers Betting Odds For Week 2

Spread: Chargers -6.5 (-110, bet365)
Moneyline: Chargers (-290, theScore Bet)
Game Total: 43.5 (Over -105/Under-115, Fanatics)

After hiring Mike McDaniel to run their offense, the Los Angeles Chargers were expected to hit the ground running and light up the scoreboard. One game in and there are already question marks lingering over the offense, kicking off the year ranked well below league average in offensive EPA and success rate.

The Chargers' offensive line played a major role in the struggles, exiting the week ranked dead last in pass block win rate. By allowing the Arizona Cardinals to collapse the pocket, Justin Herbert was forced to throw under pressure, making it difficult to connect with his pass catchers.

Heading into Week 2, the Las Vegas Raiders will be able to continue to give Herbert fits by generating pressure at a high rate, stalling out the offense before they can get into scoring position and keep them under their team total.

Prediction & Pick For Las Vegas Raiders vs. Los Angeles Chargers Week 2 Matchup

The Pick: Chargers Team Total u25.5 (-110, BetMGM)

While the Las Vegas Raiders did get the benefit of playing the Miami Dolphins, their performance on defense was still welcome to see, leaping into the top half of the board in defensive DVOA and EPA. Malik Willis struggled to move the ball on the secondary, giving up an interception while completing just 55.55% of his passes.

The ability to create pressure up front forced Willis into getting the ball out of his hands shortly after the snap, lessening the amount of time corners had to sit back in coverage. When glued to their assignments' hips, the Raiders were able to successfully create disruptions and hold the Dolphins in front of the sticks.

With the Chargers offensive line grading out even worse on paper, it’s tough to envision how they will hold their ground in the trenches against the Raiders, potentially leading to another turbulent start. As talented as Herbert’s arm is, he can only do so much when forced into making quick decisions while under relentless pressure.

The Raiders' ability to collapse the interior of the offensive line will also clog Omarion Hampton’s running lanes, forcing him to fight off contact in the trenches. With both facets of the offenses expected to underwhelm, place a wager on the Chargers to be held under their team total at no lower than 24. Also monitor the spread leading up to kickoff with intentions of placing a separate wager on the Raiders should they steam up to the key number of +7.

Best Player Prop Bet For Las Vegas Raiders vs. Los Angeles Chargers

Omarion Hampton | u65.5 Rushing Yards (114, FanDuel)

Speaking of Hampton, it was a rough outing for the Chargers RB, rattling off just 43 yards at 3.6 yards per carry. With his offensive line failing to open up holes, Hampton was consistently fighting off contact in the backfield, ranking in the bottom half of the board in yards over expected per attempt and rate of carries exceeding expected yards.

Until the Chargers' offensive line can round back into form and give Hampton the protection he needs to reach the second level of the defense, he will continue to be held to minimal gains with each carry, shading value towards the under on his rushing yardage prop. Hampton may also be utilized in pass sets at a higher rate to help counter the Raiders' pressure, chipping away at his total number of carries.