Raiders vs. Chargers: TV Schedule, Live Streaming, Radio, Game Time and More

Two of the three teams tied for the AFC West lead will play on Thursday night when the Oakland Raiders travel south to take on the San Diego Chargers.

Both teams come into the game at 4-4, tied with the Kansas City Chiefs and one game ahead of the Denver Broncos. 

This is 2011's first meeting between the two. They will square off again in Oakland in Week 17.

Where: Qualcomm Stadium. San Diego, California.

When: Thursday, Nov. 10 at 8:20 p.m. EST.

Watch: NFL Network

Listen: KITS 105.3, Sirius: 92 in Oakland. KIOZ 105.3 FM,  KLSD 1360 AM, Sirius: 93 in San Diego

Betting Line

Chargers (-7), according to Bodog. 

I would go with the Raiders here. The Chargers have simply not played well enough this year to be favored by seven points.

What's at Stake

The winner of this game will have at least a share of the AFC West lead after Sunday. If the Raiders win, they will have a huge edge. The two teams play again, but in Oakland.

Raiders Injury Report

LB Rolando McLain is questionable.

RB Darren McFadden is out.

Chargers Injury Report

RB Ryan Mathews and TE Antonio Gates are probable.

WR Malcom Floyd is out.

Fantasy Start 'Em, Sit 'Em and Sleeper

Oakland QB Cardon Palmer is a good play. Despite three interceptions vs. the Broncos, Palmer had a huge day.

In Darren McFadden's absence, Michael Bush is a strong play.

The Raiders' run defense is suspect. Ryan Mathews is a great play.

What They're Saying

Scott Bair of the North County Times remains optimistic that the Chargers will finish their season on a good run.

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While it's clear that the Chargers aren't as deep as they were in 2006 and 2007 because of a series of lackluster drafts, talent remains. It isn't, however, getting any younger. If the team stays healthy, there's no reason why it can't go on another second-half tear that has been customary under coach Norv Turner.

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Raiders Player To Watch

Keep an eye on RB Taiwan Jones. The Raiders have had a hard time consistently making big plays in recent weeks. His speed makes Jones a dangerous player.

Chargers Player To Watch

Philip Rivers. If he doesn't turn the ball over, I like San Diego's chances.

Key Matchup

Rivers vs. the Oakland secondary. They have all struggled this year. Whoever wins this matchup will likely win the game.

On the Hotseat

Norv Turner. If the Chargers don't make the playoffs this year, he's as good as gone.

Prediction: Chargers 26, Raiders 23

Both of these teams are struggling. I will go with the home team in this one, although they won't cover.