The Los Angeles Chargers are set to face off against the New Orleans Saints on Monday, Oct. 12 at 5:15 p.m. PT at Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
The Chargers are looking to get back on track before their bye week after dropping three consecutive games, all of which were within a touchdown. For the Saints, they are eager to pick up their third win on the season before their bye week, as well.
Rookie Justin Herbert was given the keys as the starter for the rest of the season, hoping to pick up his first professional victory. Herbert has performed at a high level against stiff competition. He could be in for another big day, facing a Saints defense that ranks near the bottom in the league.
On the other hand, Los Angeles is coming off arguably their worst defensive performances. New Orleans’ offense has enough fire power to give L.A. fits, even without star wide receiver Michael Thomas. Running back Alvin Kamara is more than capable of making life difficult for the Bolts.
With Herbert under center, the Chargers have shown that they’re capable of going toe to toe with the toughest teams, and I expect it to be no different on Monday night. Los Angeles is missing a handful of key players on defense, which quarterback Drew Brees should have no issue exploiting.
The bottom line is that the contest should be an offensive shootout. What it will come down to is who wins the turnover battle, which the Bolts have struggled with. Before heading into their bye, I expect the Chargers to learn from their mistakes and minimize them.
I have Los Angeles defeating New Orleans by the score of 27-24.
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