If there was only a tap out option in the NFL, the Cincinnati Bengals would have probably reached for it, as they have nosedived after a strong start, thanks to injuries and a bad defense. However, there’s still chance for them to get in the playoffs. They are +200,000 to win the Super Bowl. As for the Chargers (+1,200 to win Super Bowl 53), they are gunning for a third-straight win and a thicker cushion in the second place spot of the AFC West division.
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Betting Preview for the Cincinnati Bengals vs Los Angeles Chargers NFL Week 14 Game on December 9, 2018
Where: ROKiT Field at StubHub Center, Carson
When: Sunday, December 9, 2018, 5:05 PM ET
Line: Cincinnati Bengals (+14) vs Los Angeles Chargers (-14) – view all 2018 NFL lines
TV Broadcast: CBS
Betting on the Cincinnati Bengals (5-7)
The Bengals are going nowhere. With a 5-7 record and their starting quarterback and No. 1 wide receiver both done for the rest of the season, the Bengals are prime candidates for abuse every week going forward. In their most recent outing, the Bengals picked up a 24-10 loss at home to the Denver Broncos, Cincinnati’s fourth defeat in a row. Quarterback Jeff Driskel, who’s now the Bengals’ interim starter after Andy Dalton got ruled out for the rest of the season with a thumb injury, passed for 236 yards and a touchdown with an interception on 25-of-37 completions. Meanwhile, wideout A.J Dalton is also done this year after re-injuring his toe in the Broncos game. In any case, there are still talent on the Bengals offense with the likes of running back Joe Mixon and receivers Tyler Boyd and John Ross.
The injuries to key players like Andy Dalton and A.J. Green have severely limited the Bengals' attack options. Their absence has made it challenging for Cincinnati to maintain consistency in games.
Without their starting quarterback and lead wide receiver, the pressure falls on players like Jeff Driskel and Joe Mixon to step up.
The Bengals, who are 15th in the league with 23.8 points per game, are 6-4 ATS in their last 10 road games.
Betting on the Los Angeles Chargers (9-3)
The Chargers got tested by the Pittsburgh Steelers last Sunday at Heinz Field, and while they got bent, they never broke, as Philip Rivers and company scored a 33-30 come-from-behind victory. Rivers had 299 passing yards and two touchdowns with zero interceptions on 26-of-36 completions, while the Bolts’ backfield still found the end zone even without injured star running back Melvin Gordon. Gordon, who is nursing a knee injury, is considered week-to-week, though, there seems to be a chance for him to play against Cincinnati. But even if he gets ultimately ruled out for Week 14, the pair of Justin Jackson and Austin Ekeler should be enough for the Chargers to torment Cincinnati’s poor defense that is worst in the league with 153.3 rushing yards allowed per game. Moreover, the Bengals’ defense appears to be a stack of unglued sticks waiting to get bulldozed by the Chargers’ offense that is sixth in the league with an average of 28.3 points per game.
Chargers Offensive Strategy
Offensive success for the Chargers has largely hinged on their passing game, orchestrated by veteran quarterback Philip Rivers. His ability to connect with a balanced receiving corps, despite the absence of top rusher Melvin Gordon, highlights the Chargers' adaptability.
The duo of Austin Ekeler and Justin Jackson has complemented Rivers well, providing flexibility and continuity in the ground game. This approach keeps defenses guessing and augments the Chargers' overall offensive strength.
The Chargers are 8-2 SU and 6-4 ATS in their last 10 home games.
Writer’s Prediction
Los Angeles wins, 33-21.
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Betting Trends and Analysis
Recent betting trends show that the Chargers have been reliable favorites in games, particularly at home. Their favorable performance against the spread (6-4 ATS in the last 10 home games) suggests strong public confidence.
Alternatively, the Bengals' troubling season has reflected in betting patterns, showing a decline in bettor interest. These dynamics inform strategies that consider current team performance and historical betting data.
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