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Los Angeles Chargers at Las Vegas Raiders NFL Week 2 Tips & Predictions - LA Charges up the Standings

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Last updated: Thu 11 Sep 2025 14:46

In NFL Week 2, the Los Angeles Chargers are favored to defeat the Las Vegas Raiders following a statement win over the Chiefs. Justin Herbert is expected to put up strong passing numbers against a Raiders defense that struggled in run support but excelled through the air last week. The Chargers’ superior receivers and defense give them the edge, while running back rotations may shift with Najee Harris picking up more carries. Bettors should look for the Chargers to win and cover the spread as the away favorite.

Ryan Tucker 11 Sep 2025
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  • Los Angeles Chargers at Las Vegas Raiders Expert NFL Tips for Week 2
  • Kick Off is at 12:00 PM AEST at Allegiant Stadium
  • Chargers are favorites to beat Raiders after a big win over the Chiefs.
  • Justin Herbert expected to surpass passing yards and score multiple TDs.
  • Omarion Hampton likely to see fewer carries as Najee Harris takes on more workload.
Los Angeles Chargers at Las Vegas Raiders NFL Week 2 Tips & Predictions

Los Angeles Chargers at Las Vegas Raiders NFL Week 2 Tips & Predictions


The Chargers go from Brazil to Vegas this week and are tipped to continue their strong start to the 2025 season proving to the league that their win over Kansas City was not just a flash in the pan.
  • Los Angeles Chargers at Las Vegas Raiders NFL Week 2 Tips & Predictions
  • Head to Head Record
  • All Time Record
  • Most Recent Matchup
  • Statistical Rankings
  • Los Angeles Chargers Form
  • Los Angeles Chargers Betting Trends
  • Las Vegas Raiders Form
  • Las Vegas Raiders Betting Trends
  • Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders Frequently Asked Questions

Las Vegas were gritty in their win over the Pats last weekend, they held their opponent to just 13 pts despite New England being one of the teams tipped to go big this year. They got to their opposing QB 4 times and were strong against the run. 

Offensively Geno Smith showed poise with 362 pass yards, a TD and a 102 rating despite being sacked 4 times. Brock Bowers was a bright spark with 103 yards on 5 receptions while Jakob Meyers added 97 yards on 8 catches. The run game struggled but they showed they can move the ball through the air.

For the Chargers, the 318 yard, 3 TD performance from Justin Herbert was the kind of domination fans have been waiting for. He carved up the Chiefs secondary with 131.7 rating while the Bolts D held last year’s AFC Champs to 5 of 14 on 3rd down. 

Keenan Allen and Ladd McConkey shared the load out wide, combining for 142 yards and a score while Tyler Conklin added a pair of big plays downfield (locking in our Player Prop in that game). 

Both teams will try hard getting to their opposing QB to put on pressure, LA will come out on top and have the better receiver corp. Take them to win and cover the line as the away favourite. Justin Herbert will go Over his passing yards on the way to another multiple TD outing while Omarion Hampton will go Under his Rush Attempts with Najee Harris expected to pick up more work.

  • The Chargers have a better defence and receiving unit, expected to get them across the line as favourites.
  • Herbert torched Kansas City for 318 yards, 3 TDs, and a 131.7 passer rating in Week 1.
  • The Vegas defence was good on the ground but gave up 287 yds and 1 TD vs Pats last week.
  • Omarion Hampton had 15 carries last week but Najee Harris had just the 1. Expect a drop off in usage for the rookie. 

Head to Head Record


All Time Record


Las Vegas Raiders lead all-time series 69-60-2.

Most Recent Matchup


DateResult
Jan 5, 2025
LAC 34 @ LVR 20

Statistical Rankings


StatLACLVR
Points Scored/Game27.0 (6th)20.0 (15th)
Points Allowed/Game21.0 (19th)13.0 (6th)
Pass Yds/Game304 (3rd)333 (2nd)
Rush Yds/Game90 (19th)56 (28th)
Def. Pass Yds/Game249 (24th)276 (27th)
Def. Rush Yds/Game98 (15th)60 (6th)

Los Angeles Chargers Form


The Chargers made one of the biggest statements of Week 1, toppling Kansas City 27-17 on the road in Rio. Justin Herbert was clinical, throwing for 318 yards and three touchdowns at a 131.7 passer rating. He spread the ball across multiple targets, with Keenan Allen hauling in 68 yards and a touchdown and rookie Ladd McConkey adding 74 yards. Tyler Conklin also provided a spark with 50 yards on just two receptions, underlining the balance in the passing attack.

Defensively, the Chargers did exactly what few teams have been able to do, contain Patrick Mahomes. They held the Chiefs to 5-of-14 on third down, hit the quarterback eight times, and limited Kansas City’s running backs to just 40 yards on 10 carries. That front-seven pressure was the backbone of their win and a sign of things to come.

On the ground, Omari Hampton got the bulk of the carries with 15 attempts for 48 yards, but at just 3.2 yards per rush it was hardly efficient. Najee Harris surprisingly managed just one carry all game, but with the backfield rotation still settling, his role is expected to increase in Week 2.

Los Angeles Chargers Betting Trends


Team Table
TeamRecordATSO/UAwayHome
LAC1-0-01-0-01-0-00-0-01-0-0

Las Vegas Raiders Form


The Raiders came out swinging defensively last week, limiting their opponents to just 13 points while holding firm against the run. Their front seven got to the quarterback repeatedly, showing an ability to collapse the pocket and create pressure. That effort on the defensive line was one of the main reasons the game stayed within reach despite issues elsewhere.

Offensively, Geno Smith had a mixed outing. He threw for 362 yards with a touchdown and an interception, finishing with a 102 passer rating, but he was sacked four times as protection broke down. Rookie tight end Brock Bowers quickly emerged as a playmaker with 103 yards on five catches, while Jakobi Meyers added 97 yards on eight receptions.

The biggest issue was on the ground. Freshman back Ashton Jeanty was bottled up for just 38 yards on 19 carries at a meagre two yards per attempt, leaving the Raiders one-dimensional and overly reliant on their passing game.

Las Vegas Raiders Betting Trends


Team Table
TeamRecordATSO/UAwayHome
 LV1-0-01-0-00-1-01-0-00-0-0


Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders Frequently Asked Questions

What time does Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders start?

Kickoff between Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders is at 12:00 PM AEST, Tuesday

What channel is Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders on?

You can watch Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders on DAZN

Verdict

Take LA to win and cover the line as the away favourite. Justin Herbert will go Over his passing yards on the way to another multiple TD outing while Omarion Hampton will go Under his Rush Attempts with Najee Harris expected to pick up more work.
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