NFL Week 1 Matchup: Top Player Prop Bets for Xavier Worthy and Ladd McConkey from Chiefs and Chargers

The NFL season is off to an exciting start as the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers face off in an AFC West rivalry battle, taking place in Brazil on Friday, September 5. This highly-anticipated game will feature two of the league's top quarterbacks: Patrick Mahomes for the Chiefs and Justin Herbert for the Chargers.

In the lead-up to the game, the Our Website Projection Model has simulated every NFL game 10,000 times and graded individual player props on a 0 through 5 star scale. Two players to watch during the game are Xavier Worthy, drafted by the Chiefs at No. 28 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft, and Ladd McConkey, drafted by the Chargers at No. 34 overall in the same draft.

According to the model, Ladd McConkey is projected to have 6.3 receptions against the Chiefs on Friday. His receiving yardage props stand at 71.5 yards, with the Over and Under both priced at -114. The Top our website projection model pick for Ladd McConkey's receptions is Over 5.5, earning a 3-star rating.

Xavier Worthy's receiving yardage props are set at 59.5 yards, with the same -114 pricing for both the Over and Under.

It's worth noting that Ladd McConkey has caught at least six passes in 10 of his past 14 games, demonstrating a consistent performance. With the spotlight on these two talented rookies, fans can expect an action-packed game as they keep a close eye on Xavier Worthy and Ladd McConkey's performances.

Props for both players are available at top sportsbooks, allowing fans to get in on the action and make their own predictions for the game. As the NFL season continues, the Chiefs and Chargers' clash in Brazil sets the stage for an electric start to the 2024 season.

NFL Week 1 Matchup: Top Player Prop Bets for Xavier Worthy and Ladd McConkey from Chiefs and Chargers