It’s the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers in AFC West action on Sunday. The Kansas City Chiefs are 3-0 on the season and have won by an average of 3 points per game. The Chiefs, along with Steelers and Bills are the only teams in the AFC that have yet to lose.
For the Los Angeles Chargers, they come into the game with a 2-1 record. The Chargers won their first two games, before losing on Sunday to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Through three games, Los Angeles is allowing just 11 points per game.
The Kansas City Chiefs come into the game as -8.5 favorites on the road. The total for this affair is listed at 39.5 points.
Chiefs Looking for 4 Straight
The Kansas City Chiefs have seen each of their first three games settle between 22 and 27 points on offense, and allow 17 to 25 points on defense. Rookie Xavier Worthy has been a nice addition to the team, as his speed forces defenses to respect the deep threat.
The Chiefs are without their top running back Isiah Pacheco. Rashee Rice is another threat in the offense. On the season, the rushing game is averaging 211.7 yards per game, while throwing for 116.3 per game.
Kansas City in Week 5 will take on the New Orleans Saints at home. Following that, the Chiefs will play on the road at the San Francisco 49ers and then in Vegas to take on the Raiders.
Harbaugh’s Chargers Looking to Bounce Back
After allowing 10 and 3 points in their first two games, the 20 points allowed at Pittsburgh was a little struggle. The Chargers have been pleased with their picks of offensive tackle Joe Alt and receiver Ladd McConkey in the 2024 draft. Both are contributing to the offense.
Quentin Johnston has been the top receiver for the Chargers. He has caught 10 passes for 133 yards and 3 touchdowns. J.K. Dobbins has been a major threat on the offensive end, with 42 carries, 310 yards, and 2 touchdowns in 2024.
The Chargers are going to take their bye week after this game. Following that, the Chargers will go on the road for back-to-back games. First, it’s at the Denver Broncos, and then they go to Arizona to take on the Cardinals.
Chargers Compete at Home
The Los Angeles Chargers are playing competitive football with their new coach. They are coming off a loss, so you better believe they are going to be hungry to come back and grab a win in this game. When push comes to shove though, the Kansas City Chiefs are going to win the game. But, it will be close. Take the Los Angeles Chargers +8.5 over the Kansas City Chiefs in National Football League action on Sunday!
