The Los Angeles Chargers and Minnesota Vikings kick off NFL Week 8 on "Thursday Night Football." Here's everything you need to know for tonight's game

#Chargers WR Quentin Johnston was fined $17,389 for this hip-drop tackle on #Colts SS Nick Cross, who intercepted a pass intended for Johnston in the second quarter of Indy’s Week 7 win over the Chargers. Johnston was not flagged for this tackle, which is now banned in the NFL. pic.twitter.com/bNRtUH2Rwh

This episode is packed with must-hear insights for Minnesota Vikings fans, including a candid look at player performance, coaching strategy, and what needs to change before the next game. Whether you’re a die-hard or a casual observer, you’ll find plenty to chew on in this in-depth recap and analysis.

For the NFL Week 8 'Thursday Night Football' game of Vikings vs. Chargers, the model is leaning Over the total, projecting 45 total points. It also says one side of the spread hits over 50% of the time. See what it is at SportsLine.

The Chargers have depleted their draft capital. Currently Los Angeles has only five selections in the 2026 NFL draft. They traded a seventh-round pick for defensive back Elijah Molden to the Tennessee Titans in 2024 and just sent the Ravens their fifth-round pick in the Oweh trade.

Highlights from the Week 8 matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Chargers during the 2025 NFL season.

A cross-conference battle kicks off NFL Week 8 as the Los Angeles Chargers host the Minnesota Vikings on 'Thursday Night Football' at 8:15 p.m. ET. NFL player props figure to center on the passing games,

Jefferson aggressively tossed his helmet onto its perch. Quarterbacks coach Josh McCown approached him in an attempt at consolation, but Jefferson stood alone then simmered by himself as he walked toward the locker room. It was halftime at SoFi Stadium. The tipping point had been reached.