Los Angeles Chargers vs Miami Dolphins Picks & Predictions for Sunday October 12, 2025

By: Thomas Pemberton Updated 10/10/2025, 11:51 PM ET
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Week 6 of the NFL Season is already here. The Miami Dolphins head home to the Hard Rock Stadium and will host the Los Angeles Chargers. The Dolphins beat the Chargers in their last meeting 36-34 back in 2023. Both Miami and Los Angeles are coming off losses in their last game. The Chargers are a -5.5 road favorite in this matchup. Experience the thrill of confident decision-making with our proven methods for selecting top free NFL picks.

Los Angeles Chargers Preview

The Los Angeles Chargers are 3-2 on the season with a 1-1 road record. Los Angeles is 2-2-1 against the spread. The Chargers lost their last game 27-10 at home to the Washington Commanders. QB Justin Herbert threw for 166 yards with a touchdown and an interception. Los Angeles was shutout in the second half. Herbert has 8 passing touchdowns with 4 interceptions. Running back Omarion Hampton was also shut down in their last game with just 44 rushing yards on 12 carries. WR Keenan Allen leads the Chargers with 29 catches on the season.

Miami Dolphins Preview

The Miami Dolphins are 1-4 on the season with a 1-1 home field record. The Dolphins are 2-3 against the spread through five games. Miami lost at Carolina last week 27-24. QB Tua Tagovailoa threw for 256 yards with 3 touchdowns. Tagovailoa has 5 passing touchdowns on the season with 4 interceptions. RB De'Von Achane leads the Dolphins with the most catches and the most rushes on the season. Achane has 25 catches and 60 rush attempts. The Miami Dolphins have allowed more than 20 points in every game this season.

Chargers vs Dolphins Free Pick & Predictions:

The Los Angeles Chargers are riding a two game losing streak. The Chargers now have to try to snap their losing streak on the road which is never an easy task. The Miami Dolphins haven't been a good team to bet on this season but they are in a good spot here. Take those free points in what should be a tight high scoring game.

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  • Final Score Prediction: Los Angeles Chargers win 28-24 but the Miami Dolphins cover ATS.

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