San Francisco 49ers vs Los Angeles Chargers Betting Preview: Game Analysis
The Chargers head to San Francisco Sunday night to take on the 49ers in an inter-conference showdown. Will Justin Herbert lead his team to victory while missing his two top weapons? Sportsmemo NFL handicapper Eric Pauly shares his thoughts and makes a free, expert Los Angeles Chargers vs San Francisco 49ers Week 10 betting pick.
San Francisco 49ers vs Los Angeles Chargers Betting Pick – What Are the Best Odds?
Sunday, November 13 | NFL Week 10 Betting Notes |
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Point Spread: | San Francisco 49ers -7 vs Los Angeles Chargers |
Total: | o/u 45 Points |
Location: | Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, CA |
Game Time: | 8:20pm ET / 5:20pm PT (Odds Above Courtesy of DraftKings) |
TV: | NBC |
San Francisco 49ers vs Los Angeles Chargers Analysis
The Los Angeles Chargers came into the 2022 season with high expectations, but injuries have set them back. Now, they face a tough test in a 49ers team that has had an up-and-down 2022 so far.
Both of these teams have had a barrage of injuries this season, and it feels like both of these teams have underperformed so far. The 49ers are just 4-4 but they have looked dominant in a few of their wins. A win would mean a lot for both of these teams, and I expect an interesting and fun game on Sunday night.
Chargers Chugging Along
The Chargers have been dealing with injuries to a few of their key players all season long, and this team has struggled because of it. Last week, without their top two wide receivers, this offense put up just 20 points against the lowly Falcons’ defense.
The Chargers are 5-3 and still very well in the thick of things in the AFC, but there is something to be desired that is not there with this team.
On offense this year, the Chargers are not as explosive as everyone anticipated them to be. This is due to injuries to their top two wideouts along with an injury to their best offensive lineman. Still, on a per-drive basis, this team is 19th in time, 8th in plays, 14th in yards, and 14th in points.
The Chargers really struggle on the ground and they are 29th in the NFL in yards per attempt. Herbert has been sacked the least amount of times in the NFL, but he is just 15th in net yards per attempt despite being 4th in passing yards and 2nd in attempts.
On defense, the Chargers cannot stop the run whatsoever. This team is 30th in points against and 21st in runs allowed. They allow 5.7 yards per attempt on the ground which is not only the worst in the NFL but the worst in the NFL in the past few seasons.
On a per-drive basis, this team is 27th in field position, 15th in time, 5th in plays, 17th in yards, and 28th in points allowed. These numbers are terrible considering the investments this team made on this side of the ball. In order for LA to have any chance moving forward this season, their defense needs to improve.
All things considered, this is still a high-powered offense with great players. However, it will be hard to see this team beat good teams while they are playing at this current level.
San Francisco Set For Another Run
The 49ers are just 4-4 but they rank in the top of the NFL in a few different categories. After the Lance injury, this team has been playing much better and they have one of the best defenses in the NFL. However, like the Chargers, this team still leaves a lot to be desired.
On offense, this team makes its bones on the ground, and they run the football as well as any other team in the NFL. Now, with McCaffery in the backfield, this team should only improve on the ground.
On a per-drive basis, the 49ers are 11th in drive time, 20th in plays, and 9th in yards, but 19th in points. In order for this team to get back on track, their offense needs to play better complementary football.
On defense, the 49ers have one of the best units in the NFL, but they are dealing with a few injuries now. However, when healthy, this is a top unit.
On a per-drive basis, the 49ers’ defense is 22nd in time, 16th in plays, 5th in yards, and 7th in points allowed. Theta re 5th in pressure rate on opposing quarterbacks and 6th in sacks this year. The 49ers’ defense is also first on opposing yards per carry as well as 8th in net yards per attempt by opposing passers.
I do not think the 49ers have reached their ceiling yet and I think this is a great spot for this team off a bye week.
San Francisco 49ers vs Los Angeles Chargers Prediction
My handicap for this game is simple. The Chargers cannot stop the run and the 49ers will have the ability to run all over them.
On the flip side, the Chargers will be missing their top weapons again and the 49ers’ defense is too good to allow 3rd and 4th string receivers to beat them. 7 points is a lot, so I would recommend a teaser including San Francisco.
Prediction: Use San Francisco 49ers in 7 or 6 point teasers
Opening Line Report | NFL Week 10
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Meet the Author
Eric Pauly, @slimeaction on Twitter, graduated from Binghamton University with a degree in Finance. Eric is a die-hard Washington Commanders and New York Knicks fan and enjoys watching and writing about the NFL, NBA and MLB. His favorite gambling movements include hitting a +1000 future on Washington to win the NFC East in 2020 and predicting Jonathan Taylor’s breakout season with a +900 ticket for him to win the 2021 NFL rushing title. Aside from the sports betting industry, and making a brilliant Cleveland Browns vs Los Angeles Chargers betting pick, Eric also enjoys good eats, dynasty fantasy football leagues, daily fantasy sports and playing the guitar.
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