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Vikings vs Chargers Predictions
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Vikings vs Chargers Predictions, Picks & Odds: Thursday Night Football - 10/23

Our NFL expert offers his Vikings vs Chargers predictions, picks, and odds for this Week 8 Thursday Night Football game at 8:15pm EDT (10/23).

Minnesota Vikings (+125) QB J.J. McCarthy has missed each of the last four games. It’s still unclear whether he will return in time for a Thursday Night Football matchup against the Chargers (-3), who have lost three of their last four games.

Vikings vs Chargers Predictions - 8:15pm EDT - 10/23

  • Jordan Mason Anytime First Half TD Scorer @ +250 with bet365
  • Over 44.5 Points @ -110 with bet365
  • Vikings +3 @ -110 with bet365

All betting odds are courtesy of bet365, correct at the time of publishing, and subject to change.

Vikings vs Chargers Odds

  • Spread: Chargers -3 (-110)
  • Moneyline: Vikings (+135), Chargers (-160)
  • Total: O/U 44.5 -110

Vikings vs Chargers Picks

Minnesota to Rely on Mason  - Jordan Mason First Half Anytime TD Scorer (+250)

Over the last few weeks, the Los Angeles Chargers have been god awful at stopping the run. In its previous five games, LA has given up well over five yards per rushing attempt. The Chargers have also allowed a first-half rushing touchdown in each of their last four games.

Meanwhile, Vikings running back Jordan Mason has scored touchdowns in back-to-back outings. All four of his TDs this season have also come in the last four games. Expect the Vikings to rely heavily on Mason tonight and exploit the Chargers’ weak defensive line.

Neither Carson Wentz nor J.J. McCarthy has been particularly impressive this season at QB, so Mason should get the ball early and in red zone situations. Take Mason to score a touchdown in the first half, at +250 odds.

  • Vikings vs Chargers Prediction 1: Jordan Mason First Half Anytime TD Scorer @ +250 with bet365

Defensive Deficiencies on Display - Over 44.5 Points (-110)

Stopping the run is a well-known concern for the Chargers, and they’ve given up over 30 points per game over their last three. While the Vikings’ defensive numbers for the season are relatively good, they’ve been getting lit up recently in the air.

Minnesota has given up 9.2 yards per pass attempt during its last three games. Jalen Hurts managed to throw for 326 yards on just 23 attempts in the Eagles’ 28-22 win over the Vikings on Sunday.

Chargers QB Justin Herbert ranks first in the NFL in passing yards and could have a big game.

Given both teams’ defensive deficiencies over the last few games, it wouldn’t at all be surprising to see a bunch of scores.

Don’t hesitate to bet on over 44.5 points (-110) tonight. The total has gone over in each of the Vikings’ last four games and the Chargers’ last two.

  • Vikings vs Chargers Prediction 2: Over 44.5 Points @ -110 with bet365

Chargers Can’t Seem to Cover - Vikings +3 (-110)

The Los Angeles Chargers have lost three of their last four games after starting 3-0. Injuries have impacted the Chargers’ running game and ability to protect QB Justin Herbert. Currently, LA’s top two running backs, Najee Harris and Omarion Hampton, are both on injured reserve.

Offensive linemen Rashawn Slater, Joe Alt, and Trey Pipkins III are all dealing with injuries as well. Herbert has been sacked ten times in the last three games, as a result, and he threw two picks against in the 38-24 loss against the Colts on Sunday.

The Chargers have failed to cover the spread in four consecutive games, while the Vikings haven’t lost back-to-back games this season. This is by no means going to be an easy game for the Vikings, but they should be able to cover. Take Vikings +3.

  • Vikings vs Chargers Prediction 3: Vikings +3 @ -110 with bet365

Vikings vs Chargers Start Time

  • Start Time: 8:15pm EDT
  • Location: SoFi Stadium
  • Address: 1001 Stadium Dr, Inglewood, CA 90301, United States
  • Streaming: Amazon Prime Video

After starting the season with a 3-0 record, the LA Chargers have lost three of their last four games ahead of their Thursday Night Football clash with the Minnesota Vikings. Recent Injuries have decimated the LA offense.