NFL Expert Picks Week 12

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Chargers @ Chiefs -5 — O/U 42

Everyone is wondering how the Chiefs will react after suffering their first defeat of the season. Fortunately for them they face a team that’s struggling. The Chargers have dropped 3 straight, and should they lose Sunday, would see their playoff aspirations slip into serious jeopardy.

I see the Chiefs bouncing back, but winning and covering are two separate things. The Chiefs hold a huge edge when it comes to turnovers. Philip Rivers can oblige in that area too. K.C. is a physical team that has some injury issues surfacing — I would imagine they come out flat in this matchup. The Chiefs will then have to come from behind to earn a victory.

I’ll play the Chargers and take the 5 points, with a mild upset chance. Remember the Chiefs face the Broncos again next week.