Chargers vs. Bears Betting Odds, Picks & Predictions

Chargers at Bears Odds, Picks & Predictions

• Odds: Bears -3.5
• Over/Under: 40.5
• Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET
• TV Channel: FOX

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Our analysts and experts break down the most important angles of this game.

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The Chargers have one of the worst offensive lines in football. Their struggles and horrible injury luck have been the two biggest drivers of them stumbling out to a 2-5 start this season.

Now, the Chargers should get back star left tackle Russell Okung, who will eventually help tremendously, but I can’t imagine him not having extreme rust in his first game of the season. There’s also the issue of communication and continuity — two things that are even harder to develop on the road in a hostile environment. It also doesn’t help that Philip Rivers waits to snap the ball until the last second on such a high frequency of plays, which can allow the opposing defense to get a jump on the snap.

All of this spells trouble against a Bears defense that boasts a top-five pass-rushing unit led by Khalil Mack.

See our full betting breakdown for Chargers-Bears.

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