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Denver Broncos vs. LA Chargers NFL Pick Prediction 12/19/2024
Broncos at Chargers Injuries
Denver starters on offense are healthy. On defense a corner is out. LA tight end Dissly is out, and a left guard is questionable. On defense a corner is out, a safety doubtful with a nose tackle and linebacker questionable. Denver has a slight injury advantage based on Dr Chao ratings. The Broncos offense is the healthiest unit with a 93.6 rating.
Recent Box Score Key Stats
Broncos at Chargers 8:15PM ET—Denver improved to 9-5 following their 31-13 home victory to Indianapolis. The Broncos gained 193 yards with 72 rushing for 2.7 yards per run. On defense they allowed 310 yards to the Colts with 149 rushing for 4.7 yards per run. Bo Nix completed 20 of 33 for 130 yards with three touchdowns and three interceptions. LA fell to 8-6 with their 40-17 home defeat to Tampa Bay. The Chargers put up 206 yards with 32 rushing on 11 carries. Defensively they allowed 506 yards to the Buccaneers with 283 passing on 27 attempts. Justin Herbert hit 21 of 33 for 195 yards with two touchdowns and a pick.
The Pick with the Explanation
The Broncos defense in their past three games are allowing 55% completions for 6.3 yards per pass attempt. LA offense in this period has been struggling as they have rushed for 3.5 yards a carry and averaged only 5.7 yards per pass attempt. The Broncos carry a four-game win streak and have covered six of seven on the road. LA has dropped three of four and two straight at home. Play Denver +2.5.