Despite finishing in third place in the AFC West, the Los Angeles Chargers came within a field goal or a tie away of nabbing a trip to the playoffs. They lost a thriller in overtime against the Las Vegas Raiders to deny them of a trip to a wild card spot. Nevertheless, it was a positive season for the Chargers and their offseason was also productive with numerous arrivals ready to make their mark for their new team. The Chargers already had a solid foundation before quarterback Justin Herbert was selected sixth overall a couple of seasons ago. Keenan Allen and Mike Williams form one of the best receiving duos in the NFL and RB Austin Ekeler is a dual-threat that can’t be ignored.
Herbert finished second to Tom Brady with 5,014 yards passing and was third in touchdowns with 38 scores. Plus, the Chargers may have one of the best offensive lines in the league after greatly improving the unit this year which could help Herbert dominate the league with his passing. Apart from Allen and Williams, the Chargers could use some speed at the position and Jalen Guyton could be an option while TE Gerald Everett – who was signed for two years in March – could bolster a receiving corps that is absolutely loaded with talent. WR Joshua Palmer showed promise in his rookie season and should be a factor.
The Chargers addressed their defensive woes in the offseason by trading for two superstars in DE Khalil Mack and CB J.C. Jackson. Mack is 31 but a fresh start on the West Coast could reboot his career. The Chargers also took three DBs in the draft which will allow star Derwin James Jr. to be more of a playmaker near the line of scrimmage. Just days ago, James signed a four-year deal that will make him the highest paid safety in NFL history. While James was doing the heavy lifting in the secondary, DE Joey Bosa was in charge of the defensive line and Mack’s addition could loosen Bosa’s incredible sacking ability.
Playing in the AFC West is always a challenge with Kansas City and Las Vegas in the mix of opponents. However, they do get to quarrel with the Jaguars, Texans, Seahawks and the Falcons in 2022.
Los Angeles Chargers Offseason Moves:
Notable Additions: WR DeAndre Carter, TE Gerald Everett, DE/OLB Khalil Mack, DE Morgan Fox, DT Sebastian Joseph-Day, DT Austin Johnson, OLB Kyle Van Noy, CB J.C. Jackson, CB Bryce Callahan, P JK Scott
Notable Departures: RB Justin Jackson, TE Jared Cook, OT Bryan Bulaga, DE Uchenna Nwosu, DE Kyler Fackrell, DT Justin Jones, DT Linval Joseph, LB Kysir White, CB Chris Harris Jr.
1st and 2nd Draft Picks: C/G Zion Johnson (17)
2022-23 Los Angeles Chargers NFL Futures Odds
- Odds to win the 2023 Super Bowl LVII: 14/1
- Odds to win the 2022-23 AFC Conference: 15/2
- Odds to win the 2022-23 AFC West +220
- 2022-23 Regular Season Win Total: Over 10 (-150)
- Odds to Make the Playoffs: Yes -190 | No +145
- Official website: chargers.com
- Twitter Account : @Chargers
The Bottom Line:
The Chargers added key pieces on the offense line and bolstered their defense without losing barely anyone of note in the offseason. With better protection and an elite receiving corps, Herbert is basically set for a career-year. Indeed, the Chargers have all the tools in place to take over as the elite in the AFC West.
Last year’s record: 9-8
My Prediction: 13-4
2022-23 Los Angeles Chargers Stage of Elimination
- To Miss the Playoffs +135
- To Lose in Wildcard Round +275
- To Lose in Divisional Round +375
- To Lose in Conference Championship Game +700
- To Lose in Super Bowl +1200
- To Win Super Bowl +1400
Odds According to Bovada as of August, 2022
2022-23 Los Angeles Chargers Season Team Specials
Los Angeles Chargers
Gerald Everett & Donald Parham Jr over 749.5 combined Reg season Receiving Yards -110
Keenan Allen, Mike Williams & Austin Ekeler Combined over 229.5 Reg Season Receptions EVEN
Justin Herbert & Austin Ekeler over 12.5 combined Reg season Rushing TDs +125
Keenan Allen or Mike Williams to have over 1249.5 Reg season Receiving yards +130
Austin Ekeler over 899.5 Reg season Rush yards & over 8.5 Reg season Rushing TDs +250
Keenan Allen over 999.5 Reg season Receiving yards & over 8.5 Reg season Receiving TDs +260
Justin Herbert over 4999.5 Reg season Passing yards & Austin Ekeler over 800.5 Reg season Rush yards +375
Justin Herbert to Throw for at least 500 Yards in any Reg Season Game +700
Justin Herbert most Reg season Passing yards & LA Chargers to win AFC West +1000
Aengus NFL Season Special Prediction on Chargers:
- Chargers will win the AFC West
- Chargers will go over 12.5 wins in 2022
- Chargers will reach the AFC Conference Championship
- Mike Williams and Keenan Allen will each go over 1,000 yards receiving
- Justin Herbert will go over 5,000 yards passing
- Austin Ekeler will go over 1,500 yards in receiving/passing combine
- Joey Bosa will go over 10 sacks in 2022
Season Props According to Bovada as of August, 2022
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Los Angeles Chargers 2022-23 Schedule
| PRESEASON | |||||
| W. | Date | Time | Opponent | Game site | TV |
| 1 | 13-Aug | 10:00 p.m. | Los Angeles Rams | SoFi Stadium | KCBS |
| 2 | 20-Aug | 10:00 p.m. | Dallas Cowboys | SoFi Stadium | KCBS |
| 3 | 27-Aug | 8:00 p.m. | at New Orleans Saints | Caesars Superdome | KCBS |
| REGULAR SEASON | |||||
| W. | Date | Time | Opponent | Game site | TV |
| 1 | 11-Sep | 4:25 p.m. | Las Vegas Raiders | SoFi Stadium | CBS |
| 2 | 15-Sep | 8:15 p.m. | at Kansas City Chiefs | Arrowhead Stadium | Prime Video |
| 3 | 25-Sep | 4:05 p.m. | Jacksonville Jaguars | SoFi Stadium | CBS |
| 4 | 2-Oct | 1:00 p.m. | at Houston Texans | NRG Stadium | CBS |
| 5 | 9-Oct | 1:00 p.m. | at Cleveland Browns | FirstEnergy Stadium | CBS |
| 6 | 17-Oct | 8:15 p.m. | Denver Broncos | SoFi Stadium | ESPN |
| 7 | 23-Oct | 4:25 p.m. | Seattle Seahawks | SoFi Stadium | Fox |
| 8 | Bye | ||||
| 9 | 6-Nov | 1:00 p.m. | at Atlanta Falcons | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Fox |
| 10 | 13-Nov | 8:20 p.m. | at San Francisco 49ers | Levi’s Stadium | NBC |
| 11 | 20-Nov | 4:25 p.m. | Kansas City Chiefs | SoFi Stadium | CBS |
| 12 | 27-Nov | 4:05 p.m. | at Arizona Cardinals | State Farm Stadium | CBS |
| 13 | 4-Dec | 4:25 p.m. | at Las Vegas Raiders | Allegiant Stadium | CBS |
| 14 | 11-Dec | 4:05 p.m. | Miami Dolphins | SoFi Stadium | CBS |
| 15 | 18-Dec | 4:25 p.m. | Tennessee Titans | SoFi Stadium | CBS |
| 16 | 26-Dec | 8:15 p.m. | at Indianapolis Colts | Lucas Oil Stadium | ESPN |
| 17 | 1-Jan | 8:20 p.m. | Los Angeles Rams | SoFi Stadium | NBC |
| 18 | January 7/8 | TBD | at Denver Broncos | Empower Field at Mile High | TBD |
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