Last year, the Washington Commanders had the advantage of not being taken seriously with the NFL betting odds. Hence, new head coach Dan Quinn and rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels led an ambush of the NFL. Washington ended up in the NFC championship game and was touted as a team of the future. However, with 2025 comes the full attention and respect of the rest of the NFL. Washington and Daniels are no longer able to ambush opponents. On Sunday, the Commanders have a tough road assignment against the Los Angeles Chargers on FOX.
Washington Commanders vs. Los Angeles Chargers NFL Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Sunday, October 5, 2025, 4:25 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA |
| TV Coverage: | FOX |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Commanders | +2½ ( -102 ) | 47½ ( -110 ) | +128 |  |
| Chargers | -2½ ( -118 ) | 47½ ( -110 ) | -148 | |
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Washington Commanders Team Overview
Last game, the Washington Commanders lost 34-27 to the Atlanta Falcons as 2.5-point road dogs. The game went over the offshore betting total of 43.5. As a result, Washington is 2-2 straight up, against the spread, and over the total.
In sum, Washington has NFL metrics of 12th for total offense, 25th for passing, 2nd for rushing, 8th for scoring, and 4th for fewest turnovers committed. Washington ranks 24th for total defense, 28th against the pass, 13th against the rush, 18th for points allowed, and 25th for takeaways.
Michael Penix Jr. completed 20 of 26 passes for 313 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception for Atlanta. Meanwhile, former Atlanta quarterback Marcus Mariota started for Washington in place of the injured Jayden Daniels. Mariota threw for 156 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception for the Commanders.
In sum, Washington was outgained 435-294. Matt Gay went 4-for-4 on field goal attempts in the loss. Trailing by seven after halftime, Washington cut Atlanta’s lead to 17-13 on Gay’s 52-yard field goal at the 10:12 mark of the third.
Los Angeles Chargers Team Overview
Last week, the Los Angeles Chargers lost 21-18 to the New York Giants as 6-point road favorites. The game went under the total of 42. The Chargers are 3-1 straight up, 2-1-1 against the spread, and 1-3 under the total.
Overall, the Chargers rank 8th in total defense, 5th in passing, 21st in rushing, 20th in scoring, and 23rd in fewest turnovers committed. LA ranks 3rd for total defense, 5th against the pass, 15th against the rush, and 3rd for fewest points allowed.
Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart ran for a 15-yard touchdown on the opening drive of his first career start and the New York Giants. In turn, it sparked the Giants to their first win of the season.
Justin Herbert was 23-of-41 passing with a season-low 203 yards for the Chargers. His two interceptions came after he entered with one on the season. Also, Rookie running back Omarion Hampton ran for 128 yards and a touchdown for Los Angeles.
Commanders at Chargers Betting Trends
Washington has covered the spread in only two of its most recent seven road games. Also, the Commanders went under the total in five of their last seven road matchups.
Under Jim Harbaugh, the Chargers have become a strong betting value at home. To illuminate, the Chargers lost only three of their most recent 12 home games. The Chargers went over the total in six of their last seven home games.
In the series between Washington and Los Angeles, the Commanders got the cash in only one of the last six meetings. Additionally, the Commanders and Chargers have gone under the total in four of their most recent six meetings.
Specifically in Los Angeles, Washington did not cover its last three visits. Two of those three games went under the total.
Commanders at Chargers SBG Free Picks
To conclude, the Chargers are the new emerging power of the AFC. Los Angeles is the more complete team for this Pro Football Bets matchup. As mentioned earlier, the Chargers are a strong value at home and in this series.
Commanders at Chargers SBG Best Bet: Los Angeles Chargers.