Top Player Props to Consider for Chargers vs Texans Game on Wild Card Weekend (Jan. 11)

• The Los Angeles Chargers and Houston Texans battle in the NFL Wild Card Round
• Chargers WR Ladd McConkey has seen 6+ targets in seven straight games
• Find the Chargers vs Texans player prop odds and best bets, below

The Los Angeles Chargers vs Houston Texans player props are live for Saturday, January 11th’s NFL Wild Card playoff matchup. Highlighted by players like Justin Herbert and CJ Stroud, this NFL Wild Card weekend matchup will be an exhilarating contest. Look for all the Chargers vs Texans player prop odds and how to profit, below.

Chargers vs Texans Player Props

Both Justin Herbert and CJ Stroud’s passing yardage props are set at 231.5 for Chargers vs Texans Wild Card game. Texans running back Joe Mixon’s rushing yardage props is 71.5 yards. Texans wide receiver Nico Collins sports the highest receiving yardage prop sits at 87.5 yards. 

Odds as of Jan. 7 at FanDuel. Read SBD’s FanDuel review or explore the NFL betting apps for Wild Card weekend.

The Chargers vs Texans odds favor Los Angeles by a full field goal as of Friday night, up from 2.5 in the opening Wild Card weekend odds.

LAC vs HOU Prop Pick #1: Ladd McConkey Receptions

Rookie wide receiver Ladd McConkey has quickly taken over as the main man for the Chargers. McConkey has had a fantastic debut season in Los Angeles, recording 82 receptions for 1149 yards to go along with seven touchdowns in just 16 games.

The former Georgia standout has seen 43 targets over the past five games, while hauling in an average of 6.6 catches per contest. He’s one of just 12 wideouts to rank inside the top-20 in both Fantasy Points’ separation score (1.45) and yards per route run (2.57). Both his separation score, and yards per route run sit higher than those of newly minted receiving triple crown winner Ja’Marr Chase.

Ladd McConkey is the first wide receiver since 1975 to be on a playoff team and have 25% or more of the team’s Receptions, Receiving yards, and Touchdowns! pic.twitter.com/YCyUiQNVUW

— ChargersMuse (@ChargersMuse) January 4, 2025

Additionally, the Texans are a top-10 zone team in the NFL, playing zone on more than 70% of snaps. That bodes well for “Bad Ladd” as he destroys zone coverage with a 52% win rate. Plus, Houston’s top cover corner – Derek Stingley Jr. – is unlikely to follow McConkey into the slot.

In essence, Ladd McConkey is already producing like the very best wide receivers in the NFL. Justin Herbert will be looking his way early and often in this winner-take-all Chargers vs Texans matchup. Bet on McConkey to sail passed his 5.5 receptions prop on Saturday.

Pick: Ladd McConkey over 5.5 receptions (-114)

Chargers vs Texans Prop Pick #2: Dalton Schultz Receiving Yards

Texans tight end Dalton Schultz has failed to exceed his 35.5 receiving yardage prop in 13 of his last 17 games. The seventh-year veteran has averaged 31.3 receiving yards per game in that time.

Schultz has been one of the least effective tight ends in the league this season. His 61.4 PFF grade ranks 29th out of 37 qualifying tight ends. The former Dallas Cowboy has hauled in just 53 of 84 targets this season for 532 yards.

Dalton Schultz on the Texans final redzone trip:

1st down – walks his crosser & doesn’t even make a effort to come back to the ball on scramble drill

2nd down – walks his (dig?) genuinely no idea what route that is it’s so bad

3rd down – Doesn’t know the play and causes a… pic.twitter.com/2xfJP1E0hN

— Jacob (@TexansJacob) December 22, 2024

Moreover, the lumbering 242-pounder isn’t much of a yards-after-catch threat, as Schultz has averaged only 6.3 yards per target this season. He’ll have trouble getting open against a strong Chargers coverage unit. After all, speedy Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley ranks 10th in PFF’s coverage grade (72.9). While safeties Derwin James (75.5) and Elijah Molden (75.4) sit in the top-12 among safeties.

While he’ll see a ton of single coverage with Los Angeles focused on shutting down Nico Collins in the passing game, don’t expect much out of Dalton Schultz on Saturday afternoon. Fade Schultz’s receiving yardage prop against the Chargers.

Pick: Dalton Schultz under 35.5 receiving yards (-114)

As the NFL playoffs kick off this weekend, one of the most anticipated matchups is the Wild Card game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Houston Texans. Both teams have had successful seasons and are looking to make a statement in the postseason.

For fans looking to add some excitement to the game, player props are a popular way to do so. Here are some top player props to consider for the Chargers vs Texans game on Jan. 11:

1. Philip Rivers Passing Yards: The Chargers quarterback has had a stellar season, throwing for over 4,300 yards and 32 touchdowns. With a talented receiving corps including Keenan Allen and Mike Williams, Rivers is poised to have a big game against the Texans’ defense. Look for his passing yards prop to be set at around 275 yards.

2. Deshaun Watson Total Touchdowns: The Texans’ quarterback has been a dual threat all season, throwing for 26 touchdowns and rushing for another 5. With weapons like DeAndre Hopkins and Lamar Miller at his disposal, Watson is capable of putting up big numbers in this game. Look for his total touchdowns prop to be set at around 2.5.

3. Keenan Allen Receiving Yards: The Chargers’ star wide receiver has been a favorite target of Rivers all season, racking up over 1,100 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns. Allen has the ability to make big plays down the field and could have a big game against the Texans’ secondary. Look for his receiving yards prop to be set at around 90 yards.

4. J.J. Watt Sacks: The Texans’ defensive end has been a force all season, recording 16 sacks and 4 forced fumbles. Watt will be looking to disrupt Rivers in the pocket and add to his impressive sack total. Look for his sacks prop to be set at around 1.5.

5. Melvin Gordon Rushing Yards: The Chargers’ running back has been a key part of their offense, rushing for over 800 yards and 10 touchdowns despite missing some games due to injury. Gordon will be looking to establish the run game early against the Texans’ defense. Look for his rushing yards prop to be set at around 70 yards.

These are just a few of the player props to consider for the Chargers vs Texans game on Wild Card weekend. Whether you’re a fan of either team or just looking to add some excitement to the game, player props are a fun way to get involved in the action. Good luck and enjoy the game!