We have the makings of a fantastic SNF game this weekend between two AFC West Rivals. The Chargers and Chiefs will play in Kansas City as the Chargers look to cement themselves as a clear AFC playoff team, and the Chiefs look to maintain the number one seed in the conference. Here are five bold predictions for what should be a great game.
QB Patrick Mahomes turns the ball over 3 times
He has been throwing a lot of interceptions, and his offensive line has struggled lately.
QB Justin Herbert rushes for 50 yards and a TD
He has sneaky speed, and now that his ankle is fully healthy, he can scramble out of the pocket on broken plays to try and extend drives.
Both RB Isiah Pacheco and RB Kareem Hunt score TDs
When the Chiefs get inside the red zone, running the football or dump off passes to the RBs could help prevent the Chargers pass rush from making an impact.
TE Will Dissly has 7 catches for 75 yards and a TD
The Chiefs have struggled to defend the TE position all season long, and you can expect QB Justin Herbert to try and exploit that.
RB Kimani Vidal outcarries Gus Edwards and finishes with 80 all-purpose yards
Gus Edwards is a veteran, so the Chargers trust him, but he is not explosive or a good pass catcher. Vidal is both of those things and with J.K. Dobbins on IR, the Chargers would be wise to get him more involved.