The Los Angeles Chargers (3-3) are seeking to build on their run-first identity as they clash with the injury-riddled New Orleans Saints (2-5). Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has transformed the Justin Herbert-led squad into a gritty, hard-nosed contender in the AFC West. Meanwhile, Saints’ quarterback Derek Carr leads a slew of stars with questionable injury designations into this cross-conference matchup.<\/p>\n
The Saints injury situation can not be taken lightly. Carr is questionable with an oblique injury that will reportedly cause him to miss another game<\/a>. New Orleans also have stars like Alvin Kamara, Chris Olave, Nick Saldiveri, Lucas Patrick, Caesar Ruiz, and Taysom Hill all listed as questionable as well. Rookie Spencer Rattler must step up<\/a> as the Saints must first through another game as a walking mash unit as they await the return of their playmakers.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, Herbert and the Chargers have carved out a healthy role as a run-first team led by JK Dobbins, who has surpassed all of his lofty offseason expectations<\/a>. Dobbins 478 rushing yards rank as the eight-most in the NFL despite being the only running back in the top-eight with less than 100 rushing attempts.<\/p>\n The oft-injured Dobbins has resurrected his NFL career with a breakout season in Los Angeles. He has established himself as one of the most dangerous rushers in the league and the clear leader for the Chargers offense.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, the Saints rushing defense has been porous. The club currently ranks as the 29th in defending the run, allowing 146.7 yards per game on the ground.<\/p>\n The is a true matchup of a top rushing attack against one of the worst rush defenses in the league. Bet heavy on Dobbins. Start him on your fantasy teams. And do everything you can to take advantage of this lopsided matchup.<\/p>\nChargers vs Saints Best Bets<\/h2>\n
JK Dobbins Over 100 Rushing Yards (+280)<\/h3>\n
Alvin Kamara Anytime Touchdown (+110)<\/h3>\n