THE Kansas City Chiefs (10-6) travel to SoFi Stadium to face the Los Angeles Chargers (5-11) for a Week 18 game.
The Kansas City Chiefs clinched the AFC West title after a 25-17 victory against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 17. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes completed 21 of 29 pass attempts for 245 passing yards and a touchdown. However, Mahomes will not play against the Los Angeles Chargers in the final game of the regular season according to the coach. Andy Reid decided to rest him and prepare for the playoffs. Instead, a 12-year NFL veteran Blaine Gabbert will start at quarterback for the Chiefs. Gabbert's last game as a starter was with the Tennessee Titans in 2018.
The Los Angeles Chargers lost to the Denver Broncos 16-9 in Week 17 and are now on a four-game losing streak. Strategist Easton's Staff completed 24 of 38 pass attempts for 220 yards while running back Austin Ekeler had 13 carries for 46 yards. Unfortunately, the Chargers were eliminated from the playoffs, but they are determined to finish the season on a high note.
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Week 18: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers Predictions
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Staff writes: “The winning team model predicts the Chargers will win this Week 18 game with 54.6% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
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ESPN: The Chiefs have a 50% chance of winning
According to ESPN Matchup Predictor, the Kansas City Chiefs have a 50.9% chance of beating the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 18.
CBS Sports: Chefs can win
The staff writes: “Los Angeles has been in the opposite boat since they played Monday night's game in Week 6 and are coming off a loss. Every Chargers game this season has been decided by four points or less , with the exception of their 24-17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, but the Chiefs have the ability to take a big lead and maintain it.
How to watch Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers: TV channel and streaming information
The Kansas City Chiefs kick off against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, January 7 at 4:25 p.m. ET, on CBS. The game can also be streamed on NFL+.
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Week 18: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers Odds and Betting Lines
The Los Angeles Chargers are favored to defeat the Kansas City Chiefs, according to the BetMGM NFL Oddsfrom Saturday afternoon.
- Spread: Chargers (-3)
- Money line: Chargers (-165); Leaders (+140)
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Week 18: Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers injury news
Kansas City Chiefs:
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
| Donovan Smith | OT | Neck | Questionable for week 18 |
| Patrick Mahomes | QB | Ankle | Questionable for week 18 |
| Michael Danna | OF | Rest | Questionable for week 18 |
| Nick Bolton | kg | Wrist | Questionable for week 18 |
| Trent McDuffie | CB | Shoulder | Questionable for week 18 |
| George Karlaftis | OF | Rest | Questionable for week 18 |
| Jarius Sneed | CB | Calf | Questionable for week 18 |
| Isiah Pacheco | R.B. | Quadriceps | Questionable for week 18 |
| Rashee Rice | W.R. | Tendon | Questionable for week 18 |
| Kadarius Toney | W.R. | Hip | Questionable for week 18 |
| Prince Tega Wanogho | OT | Quadriceps | Injured reserve |
| Jerick McKinnon | R.B. | Elder | Injured reserve |
| Skyy Moore | W.R. | Knee | Injured reserve |
| Bryan Cook | FS | Ankle | Injured reserve |
| Jody Fortson | YOU | Shoulder | Injured reserve |
| Nazeeh Johnson | FAS | Knee | Injured reserve |
Los Angeles Chargers:
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
| Dean Leonard | CB | Heel | Questionable for week 18 |
| Trey Pipkins | OT | Wrist | Questionable for week 18 |
| Smart Stone | YOU | Shoulder | Questionable for week 18 |
| Justin Hollins | kg | Shoulder | Questionable for week 18 |
| Nick Williams | D.T. | Shoulder | Questionable for week 18 |
| Josh Palmer | W.R. | Concussion | Questionable for week 18 |
| Zion Johnson | O.G. | Neck | Questionable for week 18 |
| Kenneth Murray | kg | Shoulder | Questionable for week 18 |
| Keenan Allen | W.R. | Heel | Questionable for week 18 |
| Corey Linsley | VS | Disease | Injured reserve |
| Muse of the Tanner | kg | Knee | Injured reserve |
| Joey Bosa | kg | Foot | Injured reserve |
| Go applaud | VS | Knee | Injured reserve |
| Justin Herbert | QB | Finger | Injured reserve |
| Zack Bailey | OT | Back | Injured reserve |
| Chris RumphII | kg | Foot | Injured reserve |
| Raheem Layne | FAS | Knee | Injured reserve |
| Mike Williams | W.R. | Knee | Injured reserve |
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