Los Angeles Chargers (0-2 Preseason) vs. Dallas Cowboys (1-1 Preseason)
Los Angeles Chargers vs. Dallas Cowboys August 24 2024 – The NFL preseason is underway and it has seen the Los Angeles Chargers make a trip to AT&T Stadium in Dallas to play against the Cowboys on a hot summer day in August. Both teams are trying to finalize their rosters, and also get into momentum ahead of regular season. The Cowboys have an even record with a good home advantage playing against the Chargers who still haven’t won any match during the current pre-season. This matchup presents a wealth of possibilities for both fans and bettors, and the most legitimate betting sites are alive with action as the opening kickoff draws near.
Los Angeles Chargers vs. Dallas Cowboys August 24 2024 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 4:00 PM ET |
| Where: | AT&T Stadium |
| TV: | NFLN |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
Los Angeles Chargers vs. Dallas Cowboys Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Chargers | +175 | +3.5 (-130) | 33.5 over (-110) |
| Cowboys | -200 | -3.5 (+110) | 33.5 under (-110) |
In spite of the negative run, Los Angeles Chargers are expected to lose this game. It is important to note that Dallas Cowboys are given a better chance in this game, thanks to their home ground advantage and the fact that they have won 9 out of 10 wins at home.
Luis Perez QB vs. Trey Lance QB
For the past two games, Luis Perez has been at the helm of the Chargers. He has a moderate 56.3% completion rate, and he has not thrown a touchdown yet, but he does have a 139 passing yard pot. His conservative passing game, indicated by his low yards per attempt, and no scoring plays this preseason, shows a quarterback still in search of rhythm.
Meanwhile, Trey Lance of the Cowboys has been much more dynamic, completing 62.5% of his passes, for 339 yards, and he has thrown one touchdown. Lance’s ability to push the ball downfield and his higher passer rating of 81.4 highlight a quarterback who could exploit the Chargers if they remain vulnerable.
When Perez and Lance meet on the field, their contrasting styles of play and effectiveness couldn’t be more apparent. For the Chargers to remain competitive, it is essential that Perez, their quarterback, reach a level of play that even comes close to the aforementioned output of Lance, his opposite number for the Stampeders. As Lance’s recent form would suggest that he is the more likely to succeed of the two, it could well be that the pressure he exerts in pushing the ball down the field leads to some similarly pressured situations for the Chargers’ defense.
Chargers on the Move: Ground and Air Attack
In a troubled Chargers scheme, Kimani Vidal and Simi Fehoko have stood out. Vidal has been the more consistent runner, albeit with fewer attempts, averaging 4.5 yards per carry. When Fehoko has had the ball in his hands, the second-year wide receiver has done damage. He has 85 receiving yards over two contests, and the numbers don’t tell the whole story. Fehoko has displayed an ability to come through in critical moments. Both he and Vidal will need to be at their best for the Chargers to get anything done against the Cowboys’ defense.
Cowboys’ Offensive Playmakers
Dallas counters with their own talented duo. Deuce Vaughn, although limited in attempts, has shown explosiveness in the rushing game, averaging 6.8 yards per carry. Kelvin Harmon, with 56 receiving yards from just four catches, exemplifies a reliable target for Lance, contributing significantly to the aerial assault.
Los Angeles Chargers Betting Trends
LA Chargers are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 14 of LA Chargers’ last 17 games.
LA Chargers are 0-7 SU in their last 7 games.
Chargers are 8-4 ATS in their last 12 games against Dallas.
LA Chargers are 8-4 SU in their last 12 games against Dallas.
Dallas Cowboys Betting Trends
Dallas are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Dallas’ last 8 games.
Dallas are 10-5 SU in their last 15 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Dallas’ last 6 games against LA Chargers.
Dallas are 9-1 SU in their last 10 games at home.
Los Angeles Chargers vs. Dallas Cowboys Betting Previews
The dominant trend and team performances indicate a hard-fought contest that could lean toward the Cowboys winning at home. They play quarterback a lot better than the Chargers do, and they win at home a lot. Still, the Chargers are just dying for a win. So if you take the Cowboys to cover the spread, you probably can’t go wrong. And if you make any prop bets at all, consider going long on quarterback and rushing performance.
The total points on the UNDER look good too, given what both teams have done recently and in the preseason, which affirms what we usually read in daily NFL previews leading up to a Sunday.
Score Prediction: Cowboys 20, Chargers 13.
