NFL Week 7: Vikings at Chargers Betting Preview

Since being named head coach of the Minnesota Vikings in 2022, Kevin O’Connell has exceeded expectations.

O’Connell arrived with a strong offensive reputation after serving under Los Angeles Rams mastermind Sean McVay.

Certainly, O’Connell has faced a revolving door of quarterbacks since his arrival. Kirk Cousins, Sam Darnold, JJ McCarthy, and Carson Wentz are among the top names who have been a Minnesota QB under O’Connell.

McCarthy opened the season as the starter, but has been injured, and Wentz has been questionable after taking over.

Minnesota has a challenging game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night, streaming on Prime Video.

After a hot start, the Chargers have begun to fade.

Vikings at Chargers Preview

On Thursday, October 23, 2025, the Los Angeles Chargers will host the Minnesota Vikings at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA. Kickoff time is 8:15 p.m. ET with television coverage on Prime Video.

Public Betting Odds Factors

• Gamblers continue to be frustrated over the Vikings' inconsistency.

• Additionally, Minnesota lacks a stable quarterback situation.

• Offensively, the Vikings do not inspire confidence. Both teams have good defenses in this matchup.

• Thus, some undertakers will be looking to bet the total.

• The Chargers have been bleeding red ink lately

• Gamblers are increasingly annoyed with Jim Harbaugh and LA.

Vikings at Chargers Predictions

Handicapping Factors to Consider 

• The Minnesota starting quarterback should be checked by gamblers.

• Both QBs Carson Wentz and JJ McCarthy have been in and out of the Minnesota lineup.

• The Chargers are gaining traction with gamblers for being a quality value.

• Los Angeles has one of the toughest defenses in the NFL.

• The Chargers have the more stable lineup and better quarterback with Justin Herbert

• LA has been a reliable bet at home.

Vikings at Chargers Prime Best Bet: Los Angeles Chargers

Vikings at Chargers Betting Tips

Los Angeles opened as a 2.5-point favorite and a -144 moneyline chalk.

Minnesota opened as a 2.5-point dog and a +122 moneyline dog.

The Vikings and Rams opened with a total of 43.5.

Minnesota Vikings 

• Minnesota ranks 20^th for total offense, 17th for passing, 22^nd for rushing, 14^th for scoring, and 27^th for fewest turnovers committed.

• In comparison, Minnesota ranks 8^th for total defense, 7^th vs. the pass, 17^th vs. rush, 12^th for fewest points allowed, and 26^th for takeaways.

• Last game, the Minnesota Vikings lost 28-22 against the Philadelphia Eagles as 2.5-point home dogs. The game went over the total of 43.5.

• As a result, Minnesota is 3-3 straight up, 3-3 against the spread, and 5-1 over/under the total.

Los Angeles Chargers 

• Overall, Los Angeles ranks 6^th for total offense, 4^th for passing, 18^th for rushing, 22^nd for scoring, and 26^th for fewest turnovers committed.

• Los Angeles ranks 12^th for total defense, 8^th vs. the pass, 19^th vs rush, 17^th for fewest points allowed, and 9^th for takeaways.

• Last game, the Los Angeles Chargers lost 38-24 against the Indianapolis Colts as 2.5-point home favorites. The game went over the total of 49.

• Now, Los Angeles is 4-3 straight up, 2-4-1 against the spread, and 3-4 over/under the total.

Vikings at Chargers Head-to-Head and Key Stats

• In the series between Minnesota and Los Angeles, the Vikings covered the spread in five of their last six games vs. the Chargers.

• The Vikings and Chargers went under the total in four of their most recent five meetings.

• Specifically at LA, Minnesota covered its last three visits against the Chargers.

• Two of the most recent three games between the Vikings and Chargers in LA went under the total.

• Minnesota has been a good betting value on the road.

• The Vikings lost only five of their last 20 away games to the spread.

• Five of Minnesota’s last six away games went over the total.

• The Chargers have been good betting values at home.

• Los Angeles got the cash in six of their most recent nine home games.

• Six of the last eight home games for the Chargers went over the total.