Cardinals vs. Chargers live updates: Picks, TV info for Week 7 'Monday Night Football'

<p><img src="/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2024/10/17/USAT/75717502007-usatsi-24500137.jpg?crop=8631,4854,x0,y462&amp;width=660&amp;height=371&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp" width="100%" /><p>The NFL heads west for a "Monday Night Football" battle between the <a href="/sports/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/">Los Angeles Chargers</a> and <a href="https://sportsdata.usatoday.com/football/nfl/teams/arizona-cardinals/355">Arizona Cardinals</a> in Week 7.</p><p>The <a href="https://sportsdata.usatoday.com/football/nfl/teams/arizona-cardinals/355">Cardinals</a> have lost three of their last four games, and it's been a mixed bag overall for Arizona's offense. The middle-of-the-pack Redbird offense ranks 17th in points scored and 15th in yards. The Cardinals haven't cracked the 15-point mark in those losses, a likely very frustrating note for <a href="https://sportsdata.usatoday.com/football/nfl/players/kyler-murray/879799">Kyler Murray,</a> who has thrown eight touchdown passes this season.</p><p>Getting their offense on track will be a tall task against the staunch <a href="https://sportsdata.usatoday.com/football/nfl/teams/los-angeles-chargers/357">Chargers</a> defense. Los Angeles boasts the best scoring defense in football, having allowed just 66 points through five games this season. That's the M.O. of Jim Harbaugh, whose teams have traditionally played excellent defense and ran the ball with great success.</p><p>That could also prove to be a nightmare matchup for the Cardinals defense. Arizona has had issues with stopping the run in 2024, rankings near the bottom of the NFL in rushing yards allowed and rushing TDs.</p><p>USA TODAY Sports will provide live updates, highlights and more from the Cardinals vs. Chargers Week 7 matchup below.</p><p><strong>NFL STATS CENTRAL:</strong> <a href="https://sportsdata.usatoday.com/football/nfl/scores">The latest NFL scores, schedules, odds, stats and more.</a></p><h2><a></a> Chargers inactives vs. Cardinals</h2><ul>WR Quentin JohnstonQB Easton Stick (Emergency third QB)WR Derius DavisOL Brenden JaimesOL Jordan McFaddenTE Hayden HurstLB Joey Bosa</ul><h2><a></a> Cardinals inactives vs. Chargers</h2><ul>CB Kei’trel ClarkLB Owen PappoeLB Victor DimukejeLB Xavier ThomasTE Travis VokolekWR Xavier Weaver</ul><h2>Cardinals vs. Chargers start time</h2><ul><strong>Date:</strong> Monday, Oct. 21<strong>Time:</strong> 9 p.m. ET | 6 p.m. PT</ul><p>The Cardinals vs. Chargers matchup is the second of two "MNF" games in Week 7, following the Buccaneers vs. the Ravens. It will kick off at 9 p.m. ET.</p><h2>Cardinals vs. Chargers TV channel</h2><ul><strong>TV channel:</strong> ESPN+ (national) | Fox 11 Plus (Los Angeles market) | Fox 10 (Phoenix market) | ESPN2 ("ManningCast")</ul><p>ESPN+, the streaming service, is the broadcast home of <a href="/story/sports/nfl/2024/05/15/nfl-monday-night-football-schedule-2024-dates-times-tv-info/73680920007/">"Monday Night Football"</a> in Week 7. Chris Fowler (play-by-play), Louis Riddick and Dan Orlovsky (color commentary) fill out the booth. Laura Rutledge will provide sideline reports.</p><p>ESPN's popular alternate broadcast, the "<a href="/story/sports/nfl/2024/09/03/manningcast-schedule-2024-peyton-eli-manning/75056531007/">ManningCast"</a> returns. The two former NFL quarterbacks will have double duty with both matchups on Monday.</p><a href="/picture-gallery/sports/nfl/2024/10/17/nfl-week-7-photos/75726590007/"><img width="100%" /></a><h2><a></a> Cardinals vs. Chargers live stream</h2><ul><strong>Streaming:</strong> <a href="https://go.web.plus.espn.com/ZQ99kq">ESPN+</a></ul><p>The Cardinals and Chargers matchup will not be aired on national television. The game will only be available for streaming on ESPN+. This game is the first-ever exclusive NFL game for ESPN's streaming service.</p><h2><a href="https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/4th-and-monday/">4th &amp; Monday: Our NFL newsletter always brings the blitz</a> 📰 </h2><p>Do you like football? Then you'll enjoy getting our <a href="https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/4th-and-monday/">NFL newsletter</a> delivered to your inbox. 📲 </p><p>Get the latest news, expert analysis, game insights and the must-see moments from the NFL conveniently delivered to your email inbox. <a href="https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/4th-and-monday/">Sign up now!</a> </p><h2><a></a> Joey Bosa injury update</h2><p>Bosa is dealing with a hip injury and didn’t participate in practice ahead of Week 7. The Chargers listed him as “doubtful” for the game, making him unlikely to see the field.</p><h2><a></a> Is Quentin Johnston playing tonight?</h2><p>Johnston did not practice at all ahead of Week 7 as he deals with an ankle injury. Like Bosa, Johnston is listed as “doubtful” for the contest and isn’t expected to play.</p><h2><a></a> Is Marvin Harrison Jr. playing tonight?</h2><p>Harrison landed on the injury report after exiting the Cardinals’ Week 6 game against the Green Bay Packers with a concussion. The rookie first-rounder cleared concussion protocol ahead of his Week 7 game, which will allow him to suit up against the Chargers.</p><h2><a></a> Cardinals vs. Chargers weather update</h2><p>Monday looks like a beautiful day in Phoenix, with a high of 87 degrees and a low of 63. There is no chance of precipitation and a 5 mph wind will blow during the day.</p><p>Of course, none of this will matter for the Cardinals and Chargers. They’ll play inside of Arizona’s domed stadium in a climate-controlled environment.</p><h2><a></a> Cardinals vs. Chargers odds, moneyline, over/under</h2><p>The Chargers are favorites to defeat the Cardinals, according to the<a href="/online-betting/sports/betmgm"> BetMGM NFL odds</a>. Looking to wager? Check out the<a href="/online-betting/sports/apps"> best mobile sports betting apps</a> offering <a href="/online-betting/sports/nfl-betting-promos">NFL betting promos in 2024</a> including the<a href="/online-betting/sports/espn-bet"> ESPN BET app</a> and<a href="/online-betting/sports/fanatics"> Fanatics Sportsbook promo code</a>.</p><ul>Spread: Chargers (-2.5)Moneyline: Chargers (-145); Cardinals (+120)Over/under: 43.5</ul><p>Not interested in this game? Our guide to <a href="/online-betting/sports/nfl-odds">NFL betting odds, picks and spreads</a> has you covered with<a href="/online-betting/sports/nfl-tnf"> Thursday Night Football odds</a> and<a href="/online-betting/sports/nfl-mnf"> Monday Night Football odds</a>.</p><p>New to sports betting? USA TODAY readers can claim<a href="/online-betting/sports/promos"> exclusive promos and bonus codes</a> with the<a href="/online-betting/sports/sportsbook"> best online sportsbooks and sports betting sites</a>.</p><h2><a></a> AFC West standings</h2><p>The Chargers enter their Week 7 matchup against the Cardinals as one of three teams in the AFC West with a winning record. Here's a look at how the division standings stack up entering “Monday Night Football”:</p><ol>Chiefs (6-0)Chargers (3-2)Broncos (4-3)Raiders (2-5)</ol><h2><a></a> NFC West standings</h2><p>The Cardinals need a win in Week 7 to avoid falling to last place in the NFC West. Below is a look at the division’s pecking order ahead of “Monday Night Football.”</p><ol>Seahawks (4-3)49ers (3-4)Cardinals (2-4)Rams (1-4)</ol><h2>Cardinals vs. Chargers picks, predictions</h2><p>Here's how the <a href="/story/sports/nfl/2024/10/16/los-angeles-chargers-arizona-cardinals-picks-predictions-odds-week-7/75614250007/">USA TODAY Sports</a> staff feels the Week 7 "MNF" matchup between the Chargers and Cardinals will shape up:</p><ul><strong>Lorenzo Reyes:</strong> Chargers 29, Cardinals 13<strong>Tyler Dragon:</strong> Chargers 23, Cardinals 21<strong>Richard Morin:</strong> Cardinals 28, Chargers 24<strong>Jordan Mendoza:</strong> Chargers 20, Cardinals 16</ul><p><strong>MOST VALUABLE BET:</strong> <a href="/online-betting/sports/nfl-mvp-odds">Who is the favorite to win NFL MVP in 2024?</a> </p><h2><a></a> Chargers remaining schedule</h2><p>The Chargers have already had their bye, so they have 11 games remaining in their 2024 season, including Monday night’s matchup against the Chargers. Four of those contests will be against AFC West teams.</p><ul><strong>Week 7</strong>: at Cardinals<strong>Week 8</strong>: vs. Saints<strong>Week 9</strong>: at Browns<strong>Week 10</strong>: vs. Titans<strong>Week 11</strong>: vs. Bengals<strong>Week 12</strong>: vs. Ravens<strong>Week 13</strong>: at Falcons<strong>Week 14</strong>: at Chiefs<strong>Week 15</strong>: vs. Buccaneers<strong>Week 16</strong>: vs. Broncos<strong>Week 17</strong>: at Patriots<strong>Week 18</strong>: at Raiders</ul><h2><a></a> Cardinals remaining schedule</h2><p>The Cardinals have 10 games left on their schedule including Monday night’s matchup against the Chargers. Four of those contests will be against NFC West teams.</p><ul><strong>Week 7</strong>: vs. Chargers<strong>Week 8</strong>: at Dolphins<strong>Week 9</strong>: vs. Bears<strong>Week 10</strong>: vs. Jets<strong>Week 11</strong>: BYE<strong>Week 12</strong>: at Seahawks<strong>Week 13</strong>: at Vikings<strong>Week 14</strong>: vs. Seahawks<strong>Week 15</strong>: vs. Patriots<strong>Week 16</strong>: at Panthers<strong>Week 17</strong>: at Rams<strong>Week 18</strong>: vs. 49ers</ul><p>We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn’t influence our coverage.</p></p>