Two high-scoring offenses take to the field at the US Bank Stadium in Week 3. Find out which side of the total line the Statinator is playing.
It’s Week 3 of the NFL season, and both the Los Angeles Chargers (0-2) and the Minnesota Vikings (0-2) are desperate for a win. They face off on September 24, 2023, at 1:00 PM at the U.S. Bank Stadium. According to Bet365, the over/under total is set at 54.5. Let’s dig into why taking the “over” might be the smart move here.
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Los Angeles Chargers
The Chargers are off to a rough start, losing both of their games but still managing to score an average of 29 points per game. Their offense has shown signs of life, but the defense hasn’t been able to close out games.
Minnesota Vikings
Similar to the Chargers, the Vikings are 0-2 but have averaged 22.5 points per game. Their offense has been decent, but the defense needs tightening, especially against the pass.
Top Reasons to Bet on the “Over”
- High-Scoring Offenses: Both teams have been putting up decent points, with the Chargers averaging 29 and the Vikings 22.5 points per game.
- Defensive Woes: Neither team has a stout defense, as evidenced by their negative point differentials and high points allowed per game.
- Explosive Passing Game: Both teams have shown the ability to move the ball through the air, with the Vikings averaging 337 passing yards and the Chargers 240.
- Yards Per Pass: The Vikings and Chargers have favorable yards-per-pass stats, suggesting that both teams can make big plays happen.
- Recent Over/Under Records: The Chargers have gone “over” in both of their games this season, while the Vikings have a 1-1 over/under record. Historical trends also favor the “over” in their matchups.