Los Angeles Chargers vs Denver Broncos Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/4

NFL Game preview

The Los Angeles Chargers are set to play the Denver Broncos in Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season. This game takes place at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. The game is scheduled for Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 4:25 PM and will be aired on CBS.

The weather forecast for the game is a cool day with a light breeze and clear skies. The Chargers, coached by Jim Harbaugh, have an 11-5 record this season. Meanwhile, the Broncos, led by Sean Payton, hold a 13-3 record. Both teams belong to the AFC West division.

Los Angeles Chargers Team Preview

The Los Angeles Chargers have had a mixed recent performance. They lost their last game to the Houston Texans 20-16. In that game, both teams had 16 first downs, but the Chargers struggled with only 74 rushing yards compared to the Texans’ 118.

Before facing the Texans, the Chargers had two consecutive wins. They defeated the Dallas Cowboys 34-17 and the Kansas City Chiefs 16-13. Against the Cowboys, the Chargers showed a strong offense with 300 passing yards and 152 rushing yards.

Justin Herbert is a key player for the Chargers, though he is out for the next game. Herbert has been impressive this season with 3,727 passing yards and 26 touchdowns. Other players like Quentin Johnston and Omarion Hampton have also contributed well to the team’s offense.

Chargers vs Broncos Game Day Info

  • Sport: NFL
  • Teams: Los Angeles Chargers vs. Denver Broncos
  • Venue: Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, CO USA
  • Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Chargers Moneyline +552, Broncos Moneyline -794, Chargers Spread +12.5 (-111), Broncos Spread -12.5 (-110), Total Over/Under 37.5 (-110)

Denver Broncos Team Preview

The Denver Broncos recently showed strength against the Kansas City Chiefs, winning 20-13 at Arrowhead Stadium. Bo Nix led the team with 182 passing yards and a touchdown. The Broncos’ defense held the Chiefs to just 57 passing yards, a key factor in the victory.

Earlier, the Broncos faced a setback at home against the Jacksonville Jaguars, losing 34-20. Despite Bo Nix throwing for 352 yards, the team couldn’t overcome Jacksonville’s 265 passing yards. RJ Harvey contributed with 50 rushing yards and a touchdown, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win.

In a previous home game, the Broncos defeated the Green Bay Packers 34-26. Bo Nix threw four touchdown passes, tallying 302 passing yards. Courtland Sutton was a standout receiver, catching seven passes for 113 yards and a touchdown, helping the Broncos secure the win.

BTB Betting Pick

The Chargers are +12.5 point underdogs against the Broncos. With a strong defensive showing last season, ranking 1st in opponent scoring, the Chargers could keep the game close. The projected score is Broncos 24, Chargers 13, so picking the Chargers to cover the spread seems reasonable.

The total for the game is set at 37.5 points. Both teams have solid defenses, with the Broncos ranked 3rd in opponent scoring. Given the projected score of 24-13, the game is likely to stay under the total. Therefore, the recommendation is to take the under 37.5.