Chargers vs Raiders Prediction and Preview - NFL Week 2, 2026
Last updated: Sep 20, 2026, 8:05PM | Published: Sep 13, 2026, 4:00AM
The Los Angeles Chargers will sqaure off with the Las Vegas Raiders in NFL Week 2 action at SoFi Stadium on Monday, commencing at 6:05am AEST.
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Chargers vs Raiders game, plus the latest betting odds and touchdown scorer tips.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Monday's LA Chargers vs Las Vegas NFL match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Chargers a 71% chance of defeating the Raiders in Week 2 of the NFL season.
Chargers vs Raiders: Odds
The latest Bet365 betting odds in Australia for Monday's NFL game at SoFi Stadium are shown here:
- Head to Head: Chargers $1.31, Raiders $3.60
- Line: Chargers -6.5 ($1.91), Raiders +6.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 43.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has the Chargers at $1.31 and the Raiders at $3.60.
The Chargers are 6.5-point favourites against the Raiders, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Raiders (+6.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 43.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Raiders (+6.5) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 43.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 52% of the time.
Chargers vs Raiders: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Las Vegas at $3.60 with Bet365
- Line: Raiders +6.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 43.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Chargers vs Raiders best bets are based on detailed modelling and gambling expertise to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Chargers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Raiders to win is our preferred option due to the 1.4% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges published here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to being a profitable punter in the long run.
Chargers vs Raiders: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Chargers vs Raiders at SoFi Stadium in Week 2 is the Chargers winning 24-18.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the LA Chargers vs Las Vegas game in Week 2, including data-driven predictions and the best betting tips.
18+. Odds correct at time of publishing and subject to change.Chargers vs Raiders: TD Scorer Tips
Who will score an anytime touchdown in Chargers vs Raiders? The latest data is in.
According to Stats Insider, Los Angeles' Omarion Hampton is the most likely player to score the first touchdown in Chargers vs Raiders.
Hampton has a 13.6% chance of getting in for six first at SoFi Stadium, while the Chargers RB has a 47.5% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.
Scroll down for our complete list of first touchdown scorer and anytime touchdown scorer probabilities.
First Touchdown Scorer Tips
Chargers First TD Tips
- Omarion Hampton: 13.6% probability
- Quentin Johnston: 7.6% probability
- Ladd McConkey: 7.1% probability
- Tre' Harris: 4.4% probability
- Keaton Mitchell: 3.9% probability
Raiders First TD Tips
- Ashton Jeanty: 13.6% probability
- Tre Tucker: 4.9% probability
- Michael Mayer: 4.8% probability
- Jalen Nailor: 4.3% probability
- Mike Washington: 3.2% probability
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Tips
Chargers Anytime TD Tips
- Omarion Hampton: 47.5% probability
- Quentin Johnston: 30.2% probability
- Ladd McConkey: 28.5% probability
- Tre' Harris: 18.6% probability
- Keaton Mitchell: 16.8% probability
Raiders Anytime TD Tips
- Ashton Jeanty: 46.7% probability
- Tre Tucker: 20.2% probability
- Michael Mayer: 20.0% probability
- Jalen Nailor: 18.1% probability
- Mike Washington: 13.9% probability
Chargers-Raiders Projected Player Stats
Of the starting quarterbacks, the Chargers' Justin Herbert is projected for 228 passing yards. The Raiders' Kirk Cousins is expected to throw for 203 yards.
Chargers Starting QB
- Justin Herbert: 228 projected passing yards
Raiders Starting QB
- Kirk Cousins: 203 projected passing yards
Chargers Rushing Yards
- Omarion Hampton: 68 projected yards
- Keaton Mitchell: 27 projected yards
- Justin Herbert: 23 projected yards
Raiders Rushing Yards
- Ashton Jeanty: 65 projected yards
- Mike Washington: 21 projected yards
- Kirk Cousins: 3 projected yards
Chargers Receiving Yards
- Quentin Johnston: 52 projected yards
- Ladd McConkey: 50 projected yards
- Tre' Harris: 37 projected yards
- David Njoku: 27 projected yards
- Oronde Gadsden: 19 projected yards
Raiders Receiving Yards
- Michael Mayer: 47 projected yards
- Tre Tucker: 41 projected yards
- Jalen Nailor: 38 projected yards
- Ashton Jeanty: 28 projected yards
- Jack Bech: 24 projected yards
Our model updates regularly, so refresh this page for the latest betting analysis before the LA Chargers vs Las Vegas game.
As always, see our Best Bets to get betting tips for every NFL game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Chargers vs Raiders: Week 2 Essential Details
The NFL Week 2 game between the Chargers and Raiders at SoFi Stadium is scheduled to commence at 6:05am AEST on Monday.
- Teams: Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders
- Date: Monday 21 September 2026
- Time: 6:05am AEST
- Venue: SoFi Stadium
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our LA Chargers vs Las Vegas predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NFL tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
If you choose to use our predictions for betting purposes, it's important that you gamble responsibly and manage your finances effectively. For free and confidential support, call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.
More on NFL
Stats Insider is your go-to source for betting on the NFL in Australia, with the latest NFL betting news, tips for every NFL game, and Super Bowl odds for the NFL.
