TNF open thread: Broncos-Chargers gambling lines and picks for tonight’s game

Week 16 in the NFL kicks off with a big AFC West matchup that has some playoff implications on the line as the Denver Broncos take on the Los Angeles Chargers.

The Broncos enter the contest at 9-5 and own the six-seed or second Wild Card spot in the AFC standings. Meanwhile, the Chargers are a game behind them at 8-6 and are clinging onto the final playoff spot in the conference. So, whichever team wins this game will have a significant advantage when it comes to seeding next month as the winner will likely avoid the Buffalo Bills in the first round.

This is your place to discuss the game with other Las Vegas Raiders fans and any gambling picks you have as the lines below are provided by FanDuel Sportsbook.

Broncos vs. Chargers

• Spread: LAC -2.5
• O/U: 41.5
• LAC ML: -154
• DEN ML: +130

Holder’s picks: DEN +2.5, Over 41.5, DEN ML

While the Chargers won the first matchup back in Week 6, they’ve cooled off significantly since then. Los Angeles has lost three of its last four games (two in a row) with the one win coming against Atlanta, and the team just got demolished by Tampa Bay last Sunday. Meanwhile, the Broncos are trending in the opposite direction with four consecutive wins. So, I’m rolling with the hot hand in this one.

For the injury report, the Chargers have ruled tight end Will Dissly (shoulder) and cornerback Cam Hart (concussion) out while cornerback Elijah Molden (knee) is doubtful. The Broncos will be missing Riley Moss (knee) and running back Jaleel McLaughlin (quad).

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