The Los Angeles Chargers finished the regular season with a 10-7 record, securing a playoff spot as the 6-seed in the AFC thanks to head-to-head tiebreakers over the Broncos. They are set to face the Steelers in the wild-card round, positioning themselves as a competitive force in the postseason.

The Los Angeles Chargers have dropped their second straight game, now sitting at 8-6, which complicates their playoff aspirations. Despite this, they maintain an 87 percent chance of reaching the postseason. A crucial matchup against the Denver Broncos looms, where a victory is essential for their playoff hopes. The Chargers have two scenarios to clinch a playoff spot, but winning against the Broncos is the most favorable path.

The Chargers are facing significant challenges on defense, particularly with injuries to key players, including three cornerbacks and a linebacker. Their recent performance has been concerning, allowing an average of 30.8 points per game against playoff-bound teams. This trend raises questions about their ability to contain a high-powered Denver offense, especially as they fight for a playoff spot themselves.

Ladd McConkey has emerged as a top PPR option for the Chargers, consistently receiving at least six targets in five of his last six healthy games. He has demonstrated his ability to produce with 100 yards or a touchdown in three of his last four outings, making him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, especially with the potential absence of key defensive players from the Broncos.

Justin Herbert is expected to play despite dealing with an ankle injury. He has been quietly effective since Week 8, ranking as the QB15 with nearly 18 fantasy points per game. Herbert combines his strong passing ability with valuable rushing yards, making him a solid option for fantasy lineups in this crucial matchup against the Broncos.