Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Chargers Picks and Predictions for Sunday, October 5th, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Updated 10/03/2025, 10:40 PM ET
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Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Chargers Game Information

The Washington Commanders will be out West this week with a road game against the Los Angeles Chargers at 4:25 PM inside SoFi Stadium. Washington comes into this week with two wins and two losses overall following a 7-point road loss to the Atlanta Falcons last week. The Los Angeles Chargers return home this week with three wins and one loss overall after a narrow 3-point road loss to the New York Giants last week. Tap into the psychology of success this NFL season with expert strategies that lead to winning free NFL picks.

Washington Commanders Preview

The Washington Commanders have been up and down this season, averaging 26.75 points per game overall, but their average was 22.5 points per game during their two losses. Defensively, Washington is allowing 22.75 points per game this season but has given up an average of 30.5 points per game in its two losses this year. Jayden Daniels leads the Washington offense this season with 433 yards and three touchdowns on 43 completions. Marcus Mariota has completed 48 passes for 363 yards and three scores this year. Jacory Croskey-Merritt leads the team on the ground with 172 yards and two scores on 29 carries. Deebo Samuel leads the team with 22 catches for 204 yards and two scores this year.

Los Angeles Chargers Preview

The Los Angeles Chargers have emerged as one of the better teams in football this year, averaging 22 points per game this season, but scored just 18 in their loss last week. Defensively, Los Angeles is allowing just 17.75 points per game through four games. Justin Herbert leads Los Angeles and the season with 1063 yards and seven scores on 95 completions. Omarion Hampton is the top ball carrier for Los Angeles with 270 yards and two touchdowns on 54 carries. Quentin Johnston leads the team with 22 catches for 337 yards and four touchdowns. Keenan Allen has added 24 catches for 231 yards and three scores this year.

Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Chargers Game Prediction

The Los Angeles Chargers come into this week with a bad taste in their mouth after a disappointing road loss to the New York Giants. Washington is banged up coming into this game and will likely be less than 100%. Take Los Angeles to bounce back this week as they get the win and cover at home to pick up their fourth victory of the season. Final Score Prediction, Los Angeles Chargers win and cover 31-14

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