Monday Night Football Odds Week 7

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Monday Night Football Odds Week 7

Week 7 Monday Night Football Odds features lines from the matchup between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium.

This clash may impact NFL Futures as each team fights for momentum heading into the latter half of the season. Below is a detailed analysis of each team and a prediction for the game.

Los Angeles Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers come into this matchup after a significant road victory over the Denver Broncos, continuing their effort to remain competitive in a tough AFC West division.

The Chargers have been inconsistent on the road, splitting their last ten games away from home, but they have shown moments of brilliance, especially with quarterback Justin Herbert leading the way. 

Herbert has been efficient, completing 64% of his passes for 815 yards, six touchdowns, and only one interception this season. He has found reliable targets in Ladd McConkey and Quentin Johnston, who have combined for 383 receiving yards and five touchdowns, while tight end Will Dissly has also contributed with 13 receptions.

The Chargers’ ground game has been productive, averaging 127.8 rushing yards per contest. It is led by J.K. Dobbins, who has rushed for 438 yards and three touchdowns. 

The Chargers have been one of the best defensively, allowing only 13.2 points per game and 289.2 yards of total offense. Daiyan Henley has anchored the defense with 39 tackles, Khalil Mack has contributed 2.5 sacks, and Elijah Molden has secured two interceptions.

Recent trends suggest the Chargers have the upper hand in this matchup. They have won five of their last six games against the Arizona Cardinals and have covered the spread in each of their previous five games as favorites. 

Justin Herbert has been particularly effective against NFC opponents, recording 195+ passing yards in 19 of the Chargers’ last 20 games against teams from the conference. Additionally, Herbert has thrown two or more touchdowns in seven of the last eight games as a favorite when facing NFC opponents.

Arizona Cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals enter this game struggling to find consistency, losing five of their last six home games. However, they have shown flashes of potential, including an impressive victory over the San Francisco 49ers earlier this season. 

Quarterback Kyler Murray has been the most reliable piece of the Cardinals’ offense, completing 68.2% of his passes for 1,186 yards, eight touchdowns, and only two interceptions. His top targets, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Trey McBride have combined for 550 receiving yards and four touchdowns, while Michael Wilson has contributed with 21 receptions this season.

The Cardinals’ ground game has also been a strong point, averaging 145.2 rushing yards per game. James Conner leads the rushing attack with 403 yards and three touchdowns. Defensively, the Cardinals have struggled, allowing 27.2 points per game and 373.3 yards of total offense. Budda Baker has been a standout on defense with 60 tackles, while Dennis Gardeck has contributed three sacks.

Despite some offensive promise, the Cardinals have consistently faltered against AFC opponents, losing eight of their last nine games against teams from the conference. James Conner, however, has been a reliable performer at home, recording 86+ rushing yards in four of his last five home games. 

Kyler Murray has also been productive in October games at State Farm Stadium, recording 239+ passing yards in seven of his last eight such appearances. Nevertheless, the Cardinals’ defense, currently ranked 27th in total defense and scoring defense, has made it difficult for them to close out games.

Prediction

The Los Angeles Chargers come into this game with the momentum of a road win against the Broncos and have covered the spread in seven of their last ten games as favorites. Their balanced offense, led by Justin Herbert, and a defense capable of making big plays give them an edge in this contest. 

Meanwhile, the Arizona Cardinals have struggled defensively, though competitive at times, ranking 27th in crucial categories like total defense and scoring defense. Kyler Murray and James Conner have kept the offense afloat, but a high-powered Chargers offense will likely expose the Cardinals’ defensive shortcomings.

While the Cardinals’ offense can keep the game close, the Chargers are better positioned to make critical stops when it matters most. With Herbert continuing to perform at a high level and J.K. Dobbins leading the ground attack, the Chargers should be able to pull away in this game despite the potential for high scoring on both sides.

Prediction: Chargers -2.5 (-110)