The LA Chargers were one of the preseason darlings last year, but the hopes for a leap forward didn’t materialize. The NFL playoffs came and went with the team watching along with the rest of us. Heading into this season, there is once again a lot of buzz surrounding Los Angeles.
The Chargers are currently the sixth choice in the latest odds to win the Super Bowl. Los Angeles kicks off the season at home in Week 1 on Sunday, Sept. 11, with a visit from the division-rival Las Vegas Raiders. Here’s a closer look at the latest Chargers betting odds and lines for the 2022-2023 season.
Los Angeles Chargers odds: Spread, moneyline and over/under
Week 1 odds: Chargers open as home favorites over rival Raiders
The Chargers were 9-8 last season, coming up just short in their quest for a postseason berth. They were a spot behind the 10-7 Raiders, who snagged a wild card spot in the AFC before falling to the Cincinnati Bengals in the opening round.
The latest futures odds have Los Angeles as the second-best team in the AFC West, behind the Kansas City Chiefs, while the Raiders are in last place.
- Moneyline: The Chargers opened as -170 moneyline favorites to win. For last season’s two games, it was the Chargers on top by a score of 28-14 at home in Week 4, while the Raiders won on their turf in overtime by a score of 35-32 in Week 18. While division rivals may not need any additional motivation, the victory for Las Vegas sealed its postseason berth while dashing the hopes of Los Angeles.
- Spread: The Chargers are 4-point home favorites for opening week. Las Vegas was 8-10 against the spread last season, while Los Angeles went 8-9.
- Over/Under: For last year’s meetings, scoring was muted for the first game at 42 points, while the second one was a shootout with a final tally of 67. The current over/under of 52 points is one of the largest total lines for NFL Week 1.
Los Angeles Chargers odds to win the Super Bowl
Last Updated: June 30
DraftKings released futures odds in January. At the time, the Chargers were at +2200, which was in the upper half of the odds board. The team’s odds have since dropped even further to +1400.
According to the futures market odds, the Chargers are a top contender to win it all. The team has the sixth-lowest odds on DraftKings. The Buffalo Bills (+600) and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (+700) are the current favorites to win Super Bowl 57.
Los Angeles Chargers futures odds for 2022-23
As the latest NFL odds indicate, the Chargers are a popular attraction in Super Bowl futures markets. You can also place your bets on how the team will perform in other categories. Here are some other futures betting odds on the Chargers.
Regular season win total
DraftKings Sportsbook: Over 10 (-130) / Under 10 (+110)
The Chargers finished up last season at 9-8. DraftKings has moved the bar up a notch for this year. Based on the current odds, it looks like more money has been coming in on the team to exceed 10 wins.
Odds to win the AFC West
BetMGM Sportsbook: +250
While sportsbooks view the Chargers as contenders, the latest odds indicate that the Chiefs (+150) are still the team to beat in the AFC West. The Denver Broncos (+260) and Raiders (+600) will also have something to say about how the chase shakes out.
Odds to win the AFC
Caesars Sportsbook: +850
The Chargers are tied for third in odds to win the AFC with the Broncos. The Bills (+350) lead the way, followed by the Chiefs (+525). The Cleveland Browns (+1000) currently occupy the fifth spot on the board.
Justin Herbert NFL MVP odds
FanDuel Sportsbook: +1000
Herbert delivered some eye-popping numbers last season, throwing for 5,014 yards and 38 TDs. The potential is there for another leap forward in his third year as a pro. Josh Allen (+700) leads the 2023 NFL MVP odds at FanDuel.
Season-long player prop odds
DraftKings Sportsbook:
- Most passing yards: Justin Herbert +550
- Most rushing yards: Austin Ekeler +2500
- Most receiving yards: Mike Williams +3000
Herbert is a top contender to lead the league in passing yards. He was second last year and could certainly kick it up a notch this season. Ekeler and Williams will get their share of yards, but they’re both further down the list of contenders in their categories.
Los Angeles Chargers schedule
| Week | Date | Opponent | Kickoff Time | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sept. 11 | vs. Las Vegas Raiders | 4:25 p.m. ET | LAC -4 | Chargers (-180), Raiders (+155) | 52 pts |
| 2 | Sept. 15 | at Kansas City Chiefs | 8:20 p.m. ET | |||
| 3 | Sept. 25 | vs. Jacksonville Jaguars | 4:05 p.m. ET | |||
| 4 | Oct. 2 | at Houston Texans | 1 p.m. ET | |||
| 5 | Oct. 9 | at Cleveland Browns | 1 p.m. ET | |||
| 6 | Oct. 17 | vs. Denver Broncos | 8:15 p.m. ET | |||
| 7 | Oct. 23 | vs. Seattle Seahawks | 4:25 p.m. ET | |||
| 8 | Oct. 30 | BYE | BYE | BYE | BYE | BYE |
| 9 | Nov. 6 | at Atlanta Falcons | 1 p.m. ET | |||
| 10 | Nov. 13 | at San Francisco 49ers | 8:20 p.m. ET | |||
| 11 | Nov. 20 | vs. Kansas City Chiefs | 4:25 p.m. ET | |||
| 12 | Nov. 27 | at Arizona Cardinals | 4:05 p.m. ET | |||
| 13 | Dec. 4 | at Las Vegas Raiders | 4:25 p.m. ET | |||
| 14 | Dec. 11 | vs. Miami Dolphins | 4:05 p.m. ET | |||
| 15 | Dec. 18 | vs. Tennessee Titans | 4:25 p.m. ET | |||
| 16 | Dec. 26 | at Indianapolis Colts | 8:15 p.m. ET | |||
| 17 | Jan. 1 | vs. Los Angeles Rams | 8:20 p.m. ET | |||
| 18 | Jan. 7 OR Jan. 8 | at Denver Broncos | TBD |
Los Angeles Chargers news and notes
In March, the Chargers took a big step toward bolstering their defense by trading a pair of draft picks to the Chicago Bears for Khalil Mack. During free agency, the club’s signing included J.C. Jackson and Sebastian Joseph, while losses included Uchenna Nwosu and Justin Jones. Los Angeles also re-signed star wideout Mike Williams to an extension.
At the NFL draft, the club selected OG Zion Johnson with the 17th pick in round one. The team’s second-round pick went to the Bears as part of the trade for Mack, while S J.T. Woods was the selection in round three. All told, the enthusiasm surrounding the Chargers may be justified, as the defense received an upgrade and the talent level on offense remains high.
Los Angeles Chargers FAQ
Are the Chargers a Super Bowl contender this season?
Sportsbooks view the Chargers as a Super Bowl contender this year, yes. The team is in the top six for odds to win the big game, and tied for third to represent the AFC at the Super Bowl.
How did the Chargers do against the spread last year?
The Chargers went 8-9 against the spread last season. The team posted a record of 9-8 on the moneyline, and leaned toward the over at 10-7 on totals.
Whom did the Chargers add and lose during the offseason?
The Chargers traded for Khalil Mack and made additions like J.C. Jackson and Sebastian Joseph during free agency. Justin Jones is among the players who have moved on, while the team’s first pick at the NFL draft was Zion Johnson.
Is Justin Herbert a contender for NFL MVP?
Justin Herbert is currently one of the top five names on sportsbook NFL MVP odds boards to win the award. He has steadily progressed through each of his two seasons as a pro, and further improvement could be on the way in year three. Josh Allen is the current favorite to win the award.