This game has heavy playoff implications. Both teams come into the matchup with 9-7 records, tied for second in the AFC West standings behind the Chiefs. If the Colts lose to the Jaguars on Sunday afternoon, then the Chargers and Raiders would just need to tie in order to both make the playoffs. However, if they don’t tie, then the winning team would make the playoffs. If the Colts win on Sunday afternoon, then both teams would most likely make the playoffs.
The Chargers beat the Raiders 28-14 in their earlier matchup this season. The Chargers are 1-1 against the Chiefs and the Broncos this season. The Raiders beat the Broncos in both of their season meetings, while the Chiefs beat the Raiders in both games.
Justin Herbert has thrown for 4,631 yards this season and 35 touchdowns. Derek Carr isn’t too far behind — he’s thrown for 4,618 yards and 21 touchdowns.
This matchup is expected to be close with the Chargers opening as just 2.5-point favorites, according to DraftKings Sportsbook.
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What channel is Chargers vs. Raiders on tonight?
TV channels: NBC Live streams: Peacock, fuboTV
The Chargers vs. Raiders matchup will be broadcast nationally on NBC with announcers Al Michaels and Cris Collinsworth on the call and Michele Tafoya on the sidelines.
For those hoping to stream the matchup, NBC will carry the game on its streaming platform, Peacock. You can also stream “Sunday Night Football” live online with fuboTV, which offers a free trial.
Chargers vs. Raiders start time
Date: Sunday, Jan. 9 Time: 8:20 p. m. ET
The Chargers vs. Raiders game will kick off at 8:20 p.m. ET at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. All “Sunday Night Football” games in 2021 are scheduled to begin at 8:20 p.m. ET.
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NFL live stream for ‘Sunday Night Football’
If you don’t have access to NBC through a cable subscription, there are many other options you can look into to watch the “Sunday Night Football” matchup.
