Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers NFL Week 18: How to watch for free, online live stream & start time

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Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers: Date and kick-off time

The Raiders will take on the Chargers in a highly anticipated NFL game on Sunday, January 5, at 4:25 pm ET/ 1:25 pm PT, at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada.

How to watch Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers on TV & stream live online

TV channel: CBS

• Broadcasters: Kevin Harlan (play-by-play), Trent Green (analyst) and Melanie Collins (sideline) are on the game call.

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How to listen to live play-by-play commentary of Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers NFL Week 18 game

Audio stream: SiriusXM — Home: 228 (CAR), 816 (NE) | Away: 383 (CAR), 817 (NE)

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Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers team news & key players

Las Vegas Raiders team news

For the Raiders, a frustrating season nears its end, with major decisions looming after yet another year in the NFL's bottom tier. At 4-12, Las Vegas ensured they wouldn’t claim the top pick in the 2025 NFL Draft following a 25-10 victory over an injury-depleted New Orleans Saints team. Despite their struggles, several players, including quarterback Aidan O’Connell, are making their case for future roles.

In the Week 17 win, O’Connell threw for 242 yards and two touchdowns, showing flashes of potential. Veteran running back Ameer Abdullah delivered his first 100-yard rushing game in a decade, tallying 115 yards on the ground. Rookie tight end Brock Bowers had a historic day, catching seven passes for 77 yards to close out a record-breaking rookie season. With 108 receptions for 1,144 yards, Bowers surpassed Mike Ditka's 63-year-old rookie receiving yards record and Puka Nacua's rookie receptions mark of 105 from last season. Additionally, Bowers set a new Raiders franchise record for most catches in a single season, surpassing Darren Waller.

Raiders injury list

Los Angeles Chargers team news

The Los Angeles Chargers have punched their ticket to the postseason and now eye a potential rise to the AFC's No. 5 seed. For this to happen, they’ll need to secure a victory in Week 18 and hope the Pittsburgh Steelers falter.

The Chargers are riding high after a statement win over the Denver Broncos in Week 16, followed by a resounding 40-7 demolition of the New England Patriots in Week 17. Under first-year head coach Jim Harbaugh, the team has earned its second playoff appearance in three seasons, showing plenty of promise heading into the postseason.

Justin Herbert was the architect of their Week 17 triumph, delivering a stellar performance with 26 completions on 38 attempts for 281 yards and three touchdowns. This achievement placed him among elite company, as he became just the third quarterback in NFL history to throw for at least 3,000 yards and 20 touchdowns in each of his first five seasons. Rookie receiver Ladd McConkey emerged as Herbert’s favorite target, hauling in eight receptions for 94 yards and two touchdowns. On the ground, JK Dobbins made a notable return, rushing 19 times for 76 yards and a touchdown. Defensively, the Chargers imposed their will with four sacks and a forced turnover, smothering the Patriots’ offense.

Chargers injury list

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