Houston Texans at Los Angeles Chargers Preview, Prediction & Odds | Week 17, 2025

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Houston Texans (10-5) at Los Angeles Chargers (11-4)
Game Details: Saturday, December 27th, 2025 at 4:30pm ET
Location: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA
Where to Watch: NFL Network

Week 17 Matchup

With the NFL playoffs getting close, with two weeks away, the Houston Texans and the Los Angeles Chargers could play for playoff seeding and for bettors’ money. The NFL playoffs are getting close, and bettors could win cash with these two top-tier teams. With the weekend officially here, bettors could win cash with tonight’s games between the Houston Texans and the Los Angeles Chargers.

Betting Odds

Team Spread Money Line Total
Houston Texans+1.5+108Over 39.5
Los Angeles Chargers-1.5-126Under 39.5

** Odds Subject to Change – Courtesy of FanDuel**

Tale of The Tape

Houston TexansTeam Stats – Avg Per GameLos Angeles Chargers
23.1Points Per Game23.3
217.2Passing Yards Per Game220.2
106.7Rushing Yards Per Game125.3
16.6Opponents Points Per Game Allowed20.1
176.1Opponents Pass Yards Allowed 179.3
96.2Opponents Rush Yards Allowed 103.8

Statistics from various online sources and courtesy of ESPN and FOX Sports

Key Details

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Jan 11, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) looks to pass during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers in an AFC wild card game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Texans

The Houston Texans are one of the hottest teams in the NFL and could have a strong game against the Los Angeles Chargers today. Houston, in their win against the Raiders, was close but could have another strong win. Houston’s offense has been inconsistent, with CJ Stroud having injuries and poor play during last week’s win. While the offense has been middling, the Texans‘ defense has been a top unit in the NFL with dominating performances.  With Will Anderson leading the defensive front, the Texans front seven could cause havoc all over the Chargers offensive line.

Los Angeles Chargers

While the Houston Texans are having a strong season, the Los Angeles Chargers are also a solid team for bettors. The Chargers‘ offense, led by Justin Herbert, is having a strong season, with Herbert accounting for 25 touchdowns. Herbert has been playing well, despite some poor games. While the Chargers’ offense has been playing well, the defense has also been performing well, ranking around the mid-tier of NFL teams. With playoff implications on the line, the Chargers could be a deadly team to face on this Saturday afternoon.

Prediction

With playoff implications on the line for both teams in seeding, the Houston Texans should be winning this game easily. While both teams have solid defense, it could depend on which unit is elite, and it could be the Texans overpowering the Chargers’ offensive lines. There is also the Chargers without key offensive linemen this season, and they could potentially finish with Herbert on the sack totals. The Houston Texans could win this game and cover for bettors on the under and win cash in today’s game.

Final Pick

Houston Texans +1.5

Under 39.5

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