5 Predictions Ahead of Chargers vs. Seahawks

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5 Predictions Ahead of Chargers vs. Seahawks

Originally posted on Seattle Seahawks on SI
By Jeremy Brener | Last updated Oct 3, 2026 3:00 PM ET

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The Seattle Seahawks are putting their final preparations ahead of the Week 4 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers.

After coming off of an upset loss last week, in which the entire staff predicted incorrectly, the Seahawks have a chance to earn some redemption and get back in the win column. Here's a look at five predictions from our staff on how the game will go.

Analyst	Score Prediction
Jeremy Brener	SEA 23, LAC 13
Randy Gurzi	SEA 27, LAC 16
Michael Hanich	SEA 27, LAC 13
Brendon Nelson	SEA 24, LAC 17
Russell Baxter	SEA 30, LAC 19

Jeremy Brener: Seahawks 23, Chargers 13

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The Seahawks have a chip on their shoulder after losing last week, but so do the Chargers after going 0-3 in their first three weeks. Being at home for the first time since the season opener should provide a big advantage for Seattle, especially when it comes to the defense.

The Chargers' offense has not played up to par and has scored no more than 16 points in each of their first three games. If Seattle can take an early lead and kill the clock by running the football, they should manage to come out of this game as a two-score winner.

Randy Gurzi: Seahawks 27, Chargers 16

The Seahawks need to bounce back following their surprising loss to the Commanders. They're facing an opponent desperate for a win as well: the 0-3 Chargers. Facing a talented team looking for its first win can be dangerous, but there's no way Mike Macdonald doesn't have his team focused following their Week 3 letdown.

Michael Hanich: Seahawks 27, Chargers 13

Seattle bounces back with a much more balanced offense, even if rooking running back Jadarian Price doesn't play. The Seahawks’ offense takes advantage of the Chargers’ injuries on defense. Meanwhile, defensive tackles Leonard Williams and Byron Murphy II should have monster games against a Chargers that is pulling starting interior offensive linemen from the practice squad.

Brendon Nelson: Seahawks 24, Chargers 17

The Seahawks come out fast and score early, opening up the offense and attacking a weakened secondary. The Chargers fight back since this game is effectively their season on the line but their offensive line is their undoing.

Russell Baxter: Seahawks 30, Chargers 19

The Seahawks stubbed their toe last week but their defense figures to be too much for a Chargers' attack that can't get out of its own way this season. Seattle's defense scoops up a turnover by Jim Harbaugh's team and scores, and the Bolts total fewer than 20 points for the fourth time in as many games this season.