NFL playoff odds, picks, predictions, TV channel, streaming information for Sunday football game between New England Patriots, Los Angeles Chargers.

After the Los Angeles Chargers closed out the year with back-to-back losses, it sounds like many aren't giving them a chance in their AFC Wild Card matchup against the New England Patriots.

With connections all over the league, the Chargers exercised their own by signing a former Ravens lineman ahead of their playoff run.

Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh delivers a blunt message as team prepares to head east to face the Patriots in the Wild Card.

The Los Angeles Chargers and Denver Broncos meet Sunday for a Week 18 game at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Kickoff is at 4:25 p.m. ET.

Despite its stellar record, Denver is only 6-9-1 against the spread. Los Angeles is 8-7-1 ATS but had four straight covers before losing to the Texans at home in Week 17. The Chargers are 6-9-1 to the Over while the Broncos are 7-9 to the Over.

Chargers defensive lineman Teair Tart is developing a reputation. The LA D-lineman was fined for the third time this season for actions in the Chargers' loss to the Texans last weekend.

Chargers playoff picture: Updated seeding scenarios for L.A. in 2026 NFL bracket originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Los Angeles Chargers are headed to the playoffs; the only question remaining is with what seed.

The Chargers ’ 2025 season is not over yet, as they’re set to face the Patriots in the wild-card round this Sunday night. However, they do know who they will be facing next season in 2026. Here’s a look at the 14 teams on next year’s list of opponents.