BetQL Staff NFL Picks For TNF Week 2
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Dan Karpuc: Over 54.5 Total Points
In Week 1 against the Cardinals, the Chiefs ran 66 offensive plays and picked up 33 first downs on 488 yards of total offense (7.4 yards per play). In the blowout win, Patrick Mahomes was insane per usual (30-for-39 passing for 360 yards, 5 TD, 0 INT) and used a bunch of his weapons in the passing game. The Chiefs passed the ball 39 times and ran it 27 times and I expect that pass-heavy approach to continue into this game.
The Chargers also boast an amazing offense and while Keenan Allen (hamstring) most likely won’t suit up in this game, there are some incredible playmakers on their team, most notably Justin Herbert, Mike Williams and Austin Ekeler. Herbert went 26-for-34 for 279 yards, three TDs and no INTs in Week 1 against the Raiders and should be slinging the pigskin a ton in this game since he will need to keep up with Mahomes’ production. I wouldn’t be shocked if this game ends up in the 70-plus point range.
Nick Ashooh: Over 54.5
Both sides have potent offenses, and this is likely to be a shootout of a game, even if the Chargers are able to generate some turnovers with their pass rush. These teams combined for 62 and 54 points in their two meetings last season.
The Chiefs offense didn't miss a beat Week 1 without Tyreek Hill as a downfield weapon, instead targeting 10 different receivers with nine making at least one catch. The Chargers' defense will have their work cut out for them trying to focus on so many potential weapons.
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Week 1 NFL Best Bets
Dan Karpuc: Over 54.5 Total Points
In Week 1 against the Cardinals, the Chiefs ran 66 offensive plays and picked up 33 first downs on 488 yards of total offense (7.4 yards per play). In the blowout win, Patrick Mahomes was insane per usual (30-for-39 passing for 360 yards, 5 TD, 0 INT) and used a bunch of his weapons in the passing game. The Chiefs passed the ball 39 times and ran it 27 times and I expect that pass-heavy approach to continue into this game.
The Chargers also boast an amazing offense and while Keenan Allen (hamstring) most likely won’t suit up in this game, there are some incredible playmakers on their team, most notably Justin Herbert, Mike Williams and Austin Ekeler. Herbert went 26-for-34 for 279 yards, three TDs and no INTs in Week 1 against the Raiders and should be slinging the pigskin a ton in this game since he will need to keep up with Mahomes’ production. I wouldn’t be shocked if this game ends up in the 70-plus point range.
Nick Ashooh: Over 54.5
Both sides have potent offenses, and this is likely to be a shootout of a game, even if the Chargers are able to generate some turnovers with their pass rush. These teams combined for 62 and 54 points in their two meetings last season.
The Chiefs offense didn't miss a beat Week 1 without Tyreek Hill as a downfield weapon, instead targeting 10 different receivers with nine making at least one catch. The Chargers' defense will have their work cut out for them trying to focus on so many potential weapons.
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Lucy Burdge: Chiefs -210 vs. Chargers
The Chiefs are coming off a big, 44-21 win against the Cardinals, and I think K.C. will make it a 2-0 start to the season with a win at home against the Chargers in Week 2. BetQL points out some trends that favor the Chiefs to win: While coaching Kansas City, Andy Reid is 24-7 SU in September, 42-17 after a win by 10 or more points and 26-6 after outgaining opponents by 100 or more total yards in the previous game. So, I think the Chiefs can pull off a win against the Chargers in this one.
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Brad Pinkerton: Chargers +175 on DraftKings
While I do think the Chiefs will win this game, the Chargers moneyline is my play for DraftKings' "Up By 7 Early Win" promotion for TNF. Asking the Chargers to lead by seven at any point to get you an early win is much easier than asking them to beat the Chiefs outright. And while both teams have a great shot at leading by 7 at some point and cashing early for you, L.A. offers the higher payout, so Chargers +175 will be my play on DraftKings on Thursday night.
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