Denver Broncos @ Los Angeles Chargers
Winner
Denver Broncos
23
Los Angeles Chargers
17
Prediction vs Actual
Model Called
Denver Broncos
56% confidence
Actual Winner
Denver Broncos
23–17
Pre-game Win Probability
Denver Broncos projected to win thanks to superior scoring offense over Los Angeles Chargers. Model assigns a 56% confidence to this outcome.
Win Probability
Team Profile
DENLACKey Factors
Game Projections
Derived from each team's last 6-game scoring averages vs opponent defense
DEN
26.1
proj pts
Total O/U
50.6
pts
LAC
24.5
proj pts
Scoring Edges
Los Angeles Chargers Offense
25.7 PPG vs Denver Broncos (allows 23.3)
Denver Broncos Offense
28.0 PPG vs Los Angeles Chargers (allows 24.2)
Projections use rolling 6-game team averages. Not financial advice.
Analytics Breakdown
Model-derived betting metrics & edge factors
Proj Spread
Broncos -1.4
Total O/U
56.4
Upset %
-4280%
Momentum Score
Los Angeles Chargers Edges
Home field advantage
Familiar game-day environment
Denver Broncos Edges
Dynamic scoring attack (+2.3 PPG edge)
Strong point differential (+4.7)
This matchup projects as a near pick'em — expect a tight game decided in the fourth quarter.
Head-to-Head History
Last 1 meetings (regular season + playoffs)
DEN
0
wins
Avg Score
17–23
per game
LAC
1
wins
Los Angeles Chargers leads 1-0
Recent Meetings
Injury Report
Latest injury designations from ESPN
No significant injuries reported
Team & Player Breakdown
Denver Broncos
Head Coach
Sean Payton
Starting QB
Bo Nix
creative, play-action system designed to leverage Nix's mobility and Payton's scheme ingenuity
physical, multiple-front defense that disrupts opposing offenses at the line
Los Angeles Chargers
Head Coach
Jim Harbaugh
Starting QB
Justin Herbert
balanced, physical attack that pairs Herbert's arm talent with a disciplined run game
aggressive, multiple-front defense that generates pressure with four rushers
Key Players
Nix's mobility and arm strength give Denver an explosive offensive element when he's in rhythm. His development under Payton's system has been encouraging.
Herbert's combination of size, arm strength, and football IQ makes him one of the AFC's most talented quarterbacks. Under Harbaugh's disciplined system, he's become more decisive.
Sutton's combination of size and contested-catch ability makes him Nix's most reliable downfield target.
Allen's route precision and ability to win against zone coverage make him Herbert's most reliable option on third down.
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Denver Broncos vs Los Angeles Chargers — Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Denver Broncos vs Los Angeles Chargers Week 2 2026 game?+
The Denver Broncos won 23–17 over the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season.
Did the NFL Predictions Hub AI model call the Denver Broncos vs Los Angeles Chargers game correctly?+
Yes — our XGBoost model predicted the Denver Broncos to win with 56% confidence, and the Denver Broncos closed out the Denver Broncos vs Los Angeles Chargers Week 2 matchup for a correct prediction.
What TV network is broadcasting the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Chargers game?+
The Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Chargers Week 2 game is scheduled to air on CBS. Check your local listings or the NFL Predictions Hub schedule closer to kickoff for the latest broadcast information.
How accurate are NFL Predictions Hub's AI picks?+
Our XGBoost-based prediction model is trained on 4+ seasons of NFL play-by-play, team, and situational data. It tracks a rolling win rate against the moneyline that is published on our model transparency page. Individual picks are probabilistic — even a 75% confidence pick will miss 1 in 4 times over a long enough sample.
Game Information
Kickoff
Sun, Sep 13, 4:00 PM UTC
Network
CBS
Venue
SoFi Stadium