Los Angeles Chargers vs New England Patriots Prediction & Picks - NFL
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by Carlos Zabala in NFL Picks
The NFL action continues on Sunday with a highly anticipated Wild Card matchup between the 11-6 Chargers and the 14-3 Patriots. The game will take place at Gillette Stadium, and New England is a 3.5-point favorite in the betting odds.
Drake Maye's incredible numbers during the regular season highlight the Patriots' impressive season. He played 17 games, attempting 492 passes and completing 354, throwing 8 interceptions and 31 touchdowns. This unexpectedly amazing season has made him a strong MVP candidate. He will now lead New England to its first playoff game since 2021. His teammate, Stefon Diggs, said he is confident that we will see the same dominant version of Maye, even in the playoffs. The 23-year-old quarterback simply stated, "I've got to play well for us to win."
Of course, on the other side will be another QB having a fantastic season; Justin Herbert will lead the Chargers, looking to improve his personal 0-2 record in playoff games. Herbert reports being ready and rested, despite having undergone surgery on his non-throwing hand less than a month ago.
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Los Angeles Chargers - New England Patriots Key Points
- The Patriots have won 7 of their last 10 games against the Chargers
- The Patriots' offense ranks fourth in the NFL in yards per game with 391.2
- The Patriots' TreVeyon Henderson rushed for 180 yards and nine touchdowns
- The Chargers' third-down percentage ranks fifth in the NFL at 35.2
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Our Los Angeles Chargers vs New England Patriots Prediction
If both QBs remain as solid even in the intense atmosphere of the playoffs, other factors will decide the game. Harold Landry III recorded 8.5 sacks for the Pats, while K'Lavon Chaisson had 7.5; Herbert was sacked 54 times in 16 games. New England could capitalize on this.
Whoever gives their quarterback more time and space could win. Patriots defensive coordinator McDaniels warned that their opponents might use all sorts of tactics and schemes to get to Maye, but the 23-year-old quarterback has proven he can evade even with extra defenders.
Our prediction for Patriots vs Chargers is: Patriots -3.5.
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