Los Angeles Chargers vs. Denver Broncos Prediction, Odds, NFL Picks - Week 17 [2023]

The Denver Broncos will take on the Los Angeles Chargers in NFL Week 17 action at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday, beginning at 4:25PM ET.

Dimers.com's in-depth betting preview for this week's Chargers vs. Broncos matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Chargers vs. Broncos Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used powerful machine learning and statistics to simulate the outcome of Sunday's NFL matchup between the Chargers and Broncos 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NFL picks.

Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Broncos a 67% chance of beating the Chargers in Week 17 of the NFL season, and our predicted final score has the Broncos winning 20-16.

According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and both the Chargers and Broncos have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 36.5-point Over/Under also has a 51% chance of going over.

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Chargers vs. Broncos Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Chargers	Broncos
Spread	+3.5 (-110)	-3.5 (-110)
Moneyline	+156	-185
Total	o36.5 (-110)	u36.5 (-110)

• The Broncos are currently -3.5 favorites against the Chargers, with -110 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Chargers (+3.5) to cover the spread, BetMGM also has the best odds currently on offer at -110.
• BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Broncos at -185. That means you can risk $185 to win $100 for a total payout of $285 if they get the W.
• On the other hand, FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Chargers at +156, where you can bet $100 to profit $156, earning a total payout of $256 if they win.
• The Over/Under for total points scored sits at 36.5 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, as well as the best odds for the Under at -110.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, make sure you check all the legal sportsbooks that are available in your state for the best NFL odds and lines.

Chargers vs. Broncos Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have found the best betting picks to place on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Chargers +3.5	-110
Moneyline	Broncos	-185
Total	Over 36.5	-110

Dimers' NFL best bets are based on detailed simulations and wagering intelligence to serve you the best possible plays every week of the season.

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Chargers vs. Broncos TD Scorers

Who will score the first touchdown in Chargers vs. Broncos?

According to our model, Denver's Courtland Sutton is most likely to score the first TD in Chargers vs. Broncos.

Our projections give Sutton a 15.9% chance of scoring the first TD at Empower Field at Mile High, while the Broncos WR is a 52.0% chance of reaching the end zone at any point in the game.

First Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Los Angeles Chargers

Player	First TD Probability
Austin Ekeler	10.6%
Keenan Allen	7.5%
Joshua Palmer	6.6%
Quentin Johnston	4.2%
Gerald Everett	3.8%

Denver Broncos

Player	First TD Probability
Courtland Sutton	15.9%
Javonte Williams	11.7%
Jerry Jeudy	6.5%
Adam Trautman	3.5%
Jarrett Stidham	3.2%

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Los Angeles Chargers

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Austin Ekeler	37.5%
Keenan Allen	27.4%
Joshua Palmer	24.4%
Quentin Johnston	16.1%
Gerald Everett	14.3%

Denver Broncos

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Courtland Sutton	52.0%
Javonte Williams	41.6%
Jerry Jeudy	24.5%
Jarrett Stidham	14.0%
Adam Trautman	13.6%

Chargers vs Broncos Player Props

Here, you will find detailed projections for all of the key offensive players from the Chargers and Broncos, including passing, rushing and receiving yards.

Chargers vs. Broncos Quarterbacks

Of the starting quarterbacks, the Chargers' Easton Stick is projected for 194 passing yards. The Broncos' Jarrett Stidham is expected to throw for 220 yards.

Player	Proj. Pass Yards
Easton Stick (LAC)	194 yds
Jarrett Stidham (DEN)	220 yds

Chargers Rushing

Player	Proj. Rush Yards
Austin Ekeler	48 yds
Isaiah Spiller	23 yds
Easton Stick	18 yds

Broncos Rushing

Player	Proj. Rush Yards
Javonte Williams	56 yds
Jarrett Stidham	19 yds
Jaleel McLaughlin	13 yds

Chargers Receiving

Player	Proj. Rec. Yards
Keenan Allen	66 yds
Joshua Palmer	36 yds
Quentin Johnston	27 yds
Austin Ekeler	27 yds
Gerald Everett	26 yds

Broncos Receiving

Player	Proj. Rec. Yards
Courtland Sutton	52 yds
Jerry Jeudy	42 yds
Marvin Mims	23 yds
Lucas Krull	21 yds
Adam Trautman	21 yds

Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep an eye on this article for any changes to our betting insights before the Chargers vs. Broncos on Sunday December 31, 2023.

Chargers vs. Broncos Game Information

The NFL Week 17 matchup between the Broncos and Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High is scheduled to commence at 4:25PM ET.

• Who: Los Angeles Chargers vs. Denver Broncos
• Date: Sunday December 31, 2023
• Time: 4:25PM ET / 1:25PM PT
• Venue: Empower Field at Mile High

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Conclusion

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