Week eight of the NFL season begins tonight. We have a matchup between two playoff teams from a year ago who have been dealing with key injuries that are leading to them underachieving. The Vikings head to Los Angeles to take on the Chargers, so let’s see if Thursday night games continue to bring us surprises. Here are the bold predictions for the game and a final score prediction.
Vikings Bold Prediction One
Oct 19, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason (27) warms up before the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images
Running back Jordan Mason rushes for over 100 yards and a touchdown, while catching three passes for 25 yards. The Chargers are allowing 123.6 rushing yards per game this season.
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Chargers Bold Prediction One
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) warms up before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie -Imagn Images
Quarterback Justin Herbert struggles against a good Vikings defense, turning the ball over three times, costing him and the Chargers the game. Herbert has thrown six interceptions this season; it will be nine after tonight.
Vikings Bold Prediction Two
Sep 28, 2025; Dublin, Ireland; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) runs for a gain during the second quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL International Series game at Croke Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Justin Jefferson is one of the best receivers in the NFL, but he has been inconsistent this season. Tonight, he will go for over 130 yards on 11 catches and a touchdown. The Chargers rank 8th in the NFL against the pass, allowing just 192.3 yards per game through the air.
Chargers Bold Prediction Two
Oct 12, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins safety Ashtyn Davis (21) tackles Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal (30) during the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
The running game for the Chargers with Kimani Vidal struggles mightily, totaling just 50 yards, with 20 of them coming from QB Justin Herbert.
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Vikings Bold Prediction Three
Brian Flores
Oct 15, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores watches his team play against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports | Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports
As 3.5-point underdogs, the Vikings go into Los Angeles and hold the Chargers to under 300 total yards. On the season the Chargers rank second in the league in total yards with 390.7 per game.
Chargers Bold Prediction Three
Oct 12, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden II (86) looks on after carrying the football against the Miami Dolphins during the third quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Rookie tight end Orande Gadsden has another monster game, going over 100 yards with a touchdown, and has a 3rd consecutive game with 7 or more receptions.
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Final Score Prediction:
Sep 21, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws downfield Cincinnati Bengals during the second half at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
The Vikings win the game 27-17, led by Carson Wentz, Justin Jefferson, and Jordan Mason. They will improve to 4-3 on the season, and the Chargers will fall to 4-4.