Both these teams have excellent defenses, but the Broncos lost one of the best defensive coordinators in the league during the offseason and decided to part ways with quality safety T.J. Ward during final cuts. SD also has the better QB by far with Philip Rivers.
Both teams upgraded their O-lines during the offseason, but the Chargers boast a deeper pass rush with Shane Ray sidelined.

The CHARGERS have covered in 5 straight openers and gone 11-3-1 ATS in three-plus years of September outings.
With the unintimidating Trevor Siemian at QB and nice weather in Denver, the Broncos have no business be favored in this game.
Take the SD Chargers with confidence on MNF.