Match Analysis: Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-15
 - Time: 2:00 AM UTC
 - Location: Allegiant Stadium
 
Game Overview
A Week 2 Monday Night Football matchup where both the Las Vegas Raiders and Los Angeles Chargers enter at 1-0. The Chargers are favored by 3.5 points with a total points line at 46.5. Both teams showed solid form Week 1 but Chargers appear stronger offensively with healthy roster and a more favorable rest schedule.
Key Factors to Consider
- Both teams are 1-0, but Chargers displayed elite-level offensive execution led by Justin Herbert (73% completion, 3 TDs, no INTs). Raiders showed competence with Geno Smith but were less dominant. Chargers offense ranks top 3 in passing yards, while Raiders rank lower defensively in passing yards allowed.
 - Chargers have covered the spread in 4 of the last 5 AFC matchups against Raiders. In the last 6 road games against Raiders, 5 exceeded total points line, showing historical tendency for high scoring.
 - Chargers emerged from Week 1 healthy and are expected to have full offensive weapons. Raiders have no reported key injuries but travel schedule may affect performance.
 - Chargers have a rest advantage with two additional days compared to Raiders who traveled cross-country twice in consecutive weeks. Home crowd at Allegiant Stadium could energize Raiders but Chargersβ elite offense may overcome.
 - Chargers seek to establish elite tier status with a statement win on a prime time stage. Raiders aim to continue solid start but face challenge maintaining momentum after tough travel.
 
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -185 | Los Angeles Chargers | β β β β β 75% | 
| Spread | -102 | Los Angeles Chargers -3.5 | β β β β β 70% | 
| Over/under | -112 over / -108 under | Over 46.5 | β β β ββ 65% | 
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick | 
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Los Angeles Chargers -8% | 
| Spread | N/A | 
| Over/Under | Over 46.5 14% | 
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 46.5 at 14% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 15.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Los Angeles Chargers moneyline
Predicted Score: Chargers 30 – Raiders 23