Keenan Allen’s ‘maestro performance’ paints better picture as Chargers finally win
1 year, 2 months ago

Keenan Allen’s ‘maestro performance’ paints better picture as Chargers finally win

LA Times  

The Chargers and Minnesota Vikings — winless cousins, if you will — were careening toward irrelevance, looking to pump the brakes on a season already spinning out of control. “I didn’t really know the statistics of it until we became 0-2 and guys started talking about, `Well, if you go 0-3, I don’t think a team’s made the playoffs since … I don’t know,’” Chargers receiver Keenan Allen said. Chargers coach Brandon Staley called Allen’s effort a “maestro performance” and said, “When your best players play like that in a big game, it gives you a chance.” Chargers Chargers finally make big plays down the stretch to beat Vikings, earn first win The Chargers failed in key situations in two losses to open the season but in Minnesota they came up with two defensive stands and late touchdown to beat the Vikings. I had no choice.” The Vikings Ivan Pace Jr. brings down Keenan Allen after the Chargers receiver made one of his 18 catches for a career-high 215 yards. “That was the big thing for us, to make sure we were taking the air out of the stadium,” said Chargers tight end Donald Parham Jr., who caught a career-high two touchdown passes.

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Justin Herbert passes for 2 touchdowns, Chargers score on free kick and rally past Broncos 34-27
3 days, 14 hours ago

Justin Herbert passes for 2 touchdowns, Chargers score on free kick and rally past Broncos 34-27

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Trailing 21-13 at halftime Thursday night against the Denver Broncos, some wondered if the Los Angeles Chargers had any resolve left after going through their worst four-quarter stretch of the season. They went back to work and stayed the course.” The Chargers’ comeback also included Cameron Dicker making the first successful fair-catch kick in the NFL in …

Allen throws for 2 TDs, runs for 2 scores to lift Bills to 48-42 win that snaps Lions' streak
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1 week ago

Allen throws for 2 TDs, runs for 2 scores to lift Bills to 48-42 win that snaps Lions' streak

Hindustan Times  

DETROIT — Josh Allen ran for two scores in the first quarter and threw two touchdown passes in the second half, leading the Buffalo Bills to a 48-42 victory Sunday that snapped the Detroit Lions ' franchise-record 11-game winning streak. Buffalo coach Sean McDermott chose to go for it on fourth-and-2 from his 49 on the ensuing possession and Allen …

Josh Allen has another huge game to lift Bills to a 48-42 victory that snaps Lions’ winning streak
1 week ago

Josh Allen has another huge game to lift Bills to a 48-42 victory that snaps Lions’ winning streak

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Josh Allen took a shotgun snap, moved up in the pocket and backed up, rolled left and threw right. Allen ran for two scores in the first quarter and threw two touchdown passes in the second half, leading the Buffalo Bills to a 48-42 victory Sunday that snapped the Detroit Lions ' franchise-record 11-game winning streak. “That’s how …

Allen sets NFL mark with 3 TD passes and 3 TD runs, but Stafford’s Rams hold off Bills 44-42
2 weeks ago

Allen sets NFL mark with 3 TD passes and 3 TD runs, but Stafford’s Rams hold off Bills 44-42

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams had to pile up a veritable mountain of points, yards and time-of-possession advantage early on to give themselves even a chance against the Buffalo Bills’ ferocious fourth-quarter rally and a historic six-touchdown performance by Josh Allen. “But our guys made just enough plays to be able to come out on …

Josh Allen has TDs passing, rushing and receiving as Bills rout 49ers 35-10 in snow, clinch AFC East
3 weeks ago

Josh Allen has TDs passing, rushing and receiving as Bills rout 49ers 35-10 in snow, clinch AFC East

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Josh Allen’s memorable week began with singer and actress Hailey Steinfeld accepting his proposal for marriage and ended with the Buffalo Bills quarterback celebrating his three-TD outing in an AFC East-clinching 35-10 win over San Francisco by making snow angels alongside coach Sean McDermott on Sunday night. “He’s the one that got me to do it,” …

Justin Herbert can't transform Chargers into winners by himself
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Justin Herbert can't transform Chargers into winners by himself

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert peers over the line before being sacked by Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy during the Chargers’ 30-23 loss at SoFi Stadium on Monday night. The Chargers scored just three points in the second half before running back Gus Edwards’ garbage-time touchdown, but coach Jim Harbaugh nonetheless described Herbert’s play as “incredible.” If the quarterback was “incredible,” …

Chargers can say ‘Start the MVP talk’ after Justin Herbert beats Bengals in clutch
1 month ago

Chargers can say ‘Start the MVP talk’ after Justin Herbert beats Bengals in clutch

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert scrambles for a long gain on a scoring drive in the second quarter against the Bengals. The two passes Justin Herbert completed to rookie Ladd McConkey on the Chargers’ final drive were noteworthy not because of their precision or degree of difficulty. With the Chargers looking as if they were “Chargerging” again, how did Herbert maintain …

Allen runs for TD and Bills force 4 turnovers by Flacco to win 5th straight, 30-20 over Colts
1 month, 1 week ago

Allen runs for TD and Bills force 4 turnovers by Flacco to win 5th straight, 30-20 over Colts

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Josh Allen expects more out of Buffalo’s offense than he saw Sunday at Indianapolis. Taron Johnson picked off Joe Flacco’s first pass and returned it 23 yards for a touchdown, and Allen and James Cook each ran for scores as the Bills beat the Colts 30-20 for their fifth consecutive win. “I think they’re just a very competitive …

Justin Herbert gives Chargers’ offense legs as defense shuts down Titans
1 month, 1 week ago

Justin Herbert gives Chargers’ offense legs as defense shuts down Titans

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is all smiles after scoring a touchdown in the second quarter against the Tennessee Titans. The Chargers’ franchise quarterback who threw for 164 yards and one touchdown Sunday is averaging 262.2 yards passing in the last five games, with six touchdowns. “All of the time.” Herbert helped jump-start a sputtering offense by scoring the Chargers’ first …

Chargers vs. Tennessee Titans: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chargers vs. Tennessee Titans: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times  

The Chargers didn’t make any moves at the trade deadline, but DJ Chark Jr.’s long-awaited season debut will be like adding a new player to an offense that is starting to round into form. The 28-year-old receiver is expected to make his Chargers debut Sunday at SoFi Stadium against the Tennessee Titans at 1:05 p.m. PST after working through hip …

Chargers’ offense, defense meet halfway in convincing win over Browns
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chargers’ offense, defense meet halfway in convincing win over Browns

LA Times  

Chargers cornerback Tarheeb Still is surrounded by teammates after intercepting a pass against the Cleveland Browns. The list of key contributors sent coach Jim Harbaugh on a winding news conference that reminisced about his childhood growing up in Ohio, celebrated cornerback Tarheeb Still’s “one and a half” interceptions and praised receiver Quentin Johnston’s career-best 118 yards receiving. After a two-game …

Justin Herbert's Health and Offensive Surge Lead Chargers to Momentum
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Justin Herbert's Health and Offensive Surge Lead Chargers to Momentum

Associated Press  

Justin Herbert's health and practice time have led to a resurgence for the Los Angeles Chargers offense. The quarterback has shown improvement in his passing efficiency and has been a consistent threat to the opposing defense. With a more balanced offensive approach, the Chargers have shown signs of returning to their previous offensive dominance.

Justin Herbert is getting healthier, and that is great news for the Chargers
2 months, 1 week ago

Justin Herbert is getting healthier, and that is great news for the Chargers

New York Times  

DENVER — Justin Herbert is getting healthier. Herbert set season highs in passing yards and pass attempts in Sunday’s victory, the Chargers’ first at Empower Field at Mile High since 2018. “Hopefully this reminds everybody that Justin Herbert’s really good at playing quarterback,” Harbaugh said. … That’s really what’s precipitating it.” GO DEEPER Chargers' Jim Harbaugh returns to sideline vs. …

Chargers need to heal injuries, offense during their off week
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers need to heal injuries, offense during their off week

LA Times  

The Chargers’ J.K. Dobbins had a great start to the season but the running back has been slowed during consecutive losses. Offensive coordinator Greg Roman has said he envisions a balanced offense in which the rushing attack sets up potent passing options for star quarterback Justin Herbert. Entering Week 5, they ranked second to last in the NFL with 136.5 …

Texans edge Bills on last-second field goal, slow Josh Allen down: Key takeaways
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Texans edge Bills on last-second field goal, slow Josh Allen down: Key takeaways

New York Times  

Vikings vs Jets score and NFL Week 5 updates: Highlights, schedule, inactives, predictions, odds and analysis By Zak Keefer, Tim Graham, Joe Buscaglia and Tobias Bass Revenge is a dish best served cold, as receiver Stefon Diggs and the Houston Texans did just that on Sunday in a 23-20 victory over the Buffalo Bills at NRG Stadium at the buzzer …

Justin Herbert, Chargers had chances to beat the Chiefs but limped at the finish line
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Justin Herbert, Chargers had chances to beat the Chiefs but limped at the finish line

LA Times  

Facing a tie score in the fourth quarter for a second consecutive week, the Chargers lined up with a chance to make a strong statement. Outside linebacker Khalil Mack, now in his third season with the Chargers, said this week that the championship pedigree of the Chiefs shows up as the team “find ways to win games.” 🏈 Chargers-Chiefs summary …

LeBron James left in awe of Josh Allen as Bills quarterback DESTROYS the Jaguars with four first-half touchdowns
2 months, 4 weeks ago

LeBron James left in awe of Josh Allen as Bills quarterback DESTROYS the Jaguars with four first-half touchdowns

Daily Mail  

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen went on a tear on Monday Night Football - with LeBron James even chiming in to praise the signal caller. Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen dominated the Jacksonville Jaguars with four TD passes His play earned him an admirer in Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, who watched on Buffalo found the end zone on …

Josh Allen throws 4 TD passes and the Bills roll to a 47-10 win over the unraveling Jaguars
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Josh Allen throws 4 TD passes and the Bills roll to a 47-10 win over the unraveling Jaguars

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Any concerns Josh Allen had about how the Bills would perform following a 10-day break were eased during a 10-play opening drive that ended with James Cook scoring on a 6-yard touchdown run. Allen threw four touchdown passes and the Bills scored TDs on each of their five first-half drives in a 47-10 win over a …

Chargers show finishing mentality in first game of the Jim Harbaugh era
3 months, 1 week ago

Chargers show finishing mentality in first game of the Jim Harbaugh era

Associated Press  

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Since being hired as the Los Angeles Chargers coach, Jim Harbaugh’s mantra has been to be physical. Dobbins, whose 46-yard run up the middle in the third quarter set the stage for Cameron Dicker’s third field goal, is the first Bolts back with a pair of carries of at least 45 yards in a game since …

Josh Allen throws 2 TD passes and runs for 2 others as Bills rally for 34-28 win over Cardinals
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Josh Allen throws 2 TD passes and runs for 2 others as Bills rally for 34-28 win over Cardinals

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — For all the changes the Buffalo Bills had at wide receiver and on defense this offseason, the one big constant that remained was quarterback Josh Allen. Scrambling to his right from Arizona’s 6, Allen burst toward the goal line and hurdled Budda Baker before being pushed from behind by another Cardinals defender and landing hard in …

Josh Allen stars as Buffalo Bills take down the Pittsburgh Steelers
11 months, 1 week ago

Josh Allen stars as Buffalo Bills take down the Pittsburgh Steelers

The Independent  

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Josh Allen rallies Bills for 21-14 win over Dolphins. Buffalo secures No. 2 seed in AFC
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Josh Allen rallies Bills for 21-14 win over Dolphins. Buffalo secures No. 2 seed in AFC

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Josh Allen walked toward the thousands of Bills fans who made their way to South Florida for the weekend, waving his arms as they showered him with postgame cheers. “What a resilient group,” said Allen, who threw a go-ahead touchdown pass to Dawson Knox midway through the fourth quarter to rally Buffalo past the Miami Dolphins …

Keenan Allen, Khalil Mack make Pro Bowl despite disappointing Chargers season
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Keenan Allen, Khalil Mack make Pro Bowl despite disappointing Chargers season

LA Times  

Chargers receiver Keenan Allen leaps to catch a pass against Lions safety Tracy Walker III. Chargers’ wide receiver Keenan Allen and edge rusher Khalil Mack were selected for the Pro Bowl on Wednesday. At 32 and in his 10th season, Mack has excelled throughout the season despite fellow edge rusher Joey Bosa missing significant time because of injuries. Allen made …

The Bills’ more balanced offense hasn’t made Josh Allen any less dangerous
11 months, 3 weeks ago

The Bills’ more balanced offense hasn’t made Josh Allen any less dangerous

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Knowing Bills quarterback Josh Allen was under pressure, Khalil Shakir completed his route up the right sideline before curling back to see if the ball was coming his way. I’ve always said that since I got here,” the receiver said, describing a play in which a backpedaling Allen — with three Chargers defenders in his face …

Josh Allen accounts for 3 touchdowns as Bills escape with 24-22 victory over Chargers
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Josh Allen accounts for 3 touchdowns as Bills escape with 24-22 victory over Chargers

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Josh Allen continues to reach milestones in his sixth NFL season, but he’s more concerned about getting the Buffalo Bills back into the playoffs. Allen did his part Saturday night by rushing for two TDs and throwing for one, but it took a 29-yard field goal by Tyler Bass with 28 seconds remaining for the Bills to …

Chargers’ 24-22 loss to the Buffalo Bills by the numbers
1 year ago

Chargers’ 24-22 loss to the Buffalo Bills by the numbers

LA Times  

The Chargers’ Cameron Dicker kicked five field goals against the Bills and has made 19 attempts in a row. Summary Buffalo 0 14 7 3 — 24 CHARGERS 3 7 3 9 — 22 First Quarter CHARGERS — Field goal Dicker 20, 6:32. Third Quarter CHARGERS — Field goal Dicker 40, 7:22. Key plays: J.Allen 17 pass to Knox, J.Allen …

Chargers-Bills matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction
1 year ago

Chargers-Bills matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction

LA Times  

The ability of Bills quarterback Josh Allen to improvise is a problem for defenses. Quarterback Josh Allen is the engine that drives Buffalo’s offense. The Bills rushed 49 times for 266 yards, with James Cook’s 179 yards leading the way. There is something else also worth monitoring, however: the Chargers will have a new defensive play-caller in Derrick Ansley, who …

Chargers’ 24-7 home loss to the Denver Broncos by the numbers
1 year ago

Chargers’ 24-7 home loss to the Denver Broncos by the numbers

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert was sacked four times by the Broncos, this time by outside linebacker Nik Bonitto. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Chargers’ 24-7 home loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday: 139 Games it took Chargers receiver Keenan Allen to reach 900 career receptions, an NFL record. 2 Number of regular-season snaps Chargers quarterback Easton Stick …

Chargers-Patriots matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction
1 year ago

Chargers-Patriots matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction

LA Times  

Keenan Allen leads the NFL in catches and has been the force behind the Chargers offense for weeks. Against a stout and hard-hitting Baltimore defense last weekend, the Chargers had their least productive day since Week 3 last season, a string of 26 games, including the playoffs. They went nearly 3½ quarters with only three points versus the Ravens, which …

Josh Allen’s 4 TDs not enough for Bills, who blow multiple leads vs. Eagles and fall to .500
1 year ago

Josh Allen’s 4 TDs not enough for Bills, who blow multiple leads vs. Eagles and fall to .500

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Josh Allen took a knee instead of taking a shot at the end zone to close the fourth quarter. The mistakes piled up for Buffalo — 10 penalties in the first half, two missed field goals, a dropped pass in the end zone. “I’m extremely confident in our guys, the men that we have in our locker room,” …

Chargers-Ravens takeaways: Keenan Allen continues to shine amid team’s struggles
1 year ago

Chargers-Ravens takeaways: Keenan Allen continues to shine amid team’s struggles

LA Times  

The collateral damage of this losing Chargers season could include Keenan Allen’s first potential All-Pro year. A five-time Pro Bowl selection, Allen’s campaign to earn All-Pro honors figures to be hurt by the Chargers’ struggles. With fellow starting wideouts Mike Williams and Joshua Palmer on the injured reserve list, Allen has experienced a significant increase in production under first-year offensive …

Allen and Bills offense reawaken in 32-6 rout of division rival Jets
1 year, 1 month ago

Allen and Bills offense reawaken in 32-6 rout of division rival Jets

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Josh Allen put aside shouldering the blame of getting his offensive coordinator fired this week by placing an emphasis on injecting a little more energy and joy into his on-field performance. Allen threw three touchdown passes and a once-stagnating offense showed signs of regaining its swagger by scoring on six of its first eight possessions in …

Brandon Staley gets defensive after Chargers squander 4th-quarter lead, lose to Packers
1 year, 1 month ago

Brandon Staley gets defensive after Chargers squander 4th-quarter lead, lose to Packers

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The most inspired defense the Los Angeles Chargers offered Sunday came during coach Brandon Staley’s postgame news conference. “We haven’t found that rhythm consistently in the secondary right now,” Staley said. We’ve got to play cleaner football.” Love said he took advantage of some confusion in the Chargers’ secondary on his go-ahead, 24-yard touchdown pass to …

Chargers’ 23-20 road loss to Green Bay Packers by the numbers
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers’ 23-20 road loss to Green Bay Packers by the numbers

LA Times  

Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen celebrates his touchdown catch against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Chargers’ 23-20 road loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday: 27 Consecutive games without 300 yards passing for the Packers before they faced the Chargers, who have the NFL’s last-ranked pass defense. Summary CHARGERS 3 7 …

Chargers’ 41-38 home loss to the Detroit Lions by the numbers
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers’ 41-38 home loss to the Detroit Lions by the numbers

LA Times  

Lions receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown slips the tackle of Chargers linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr.. St. Brown finished with a career-high 156 yards receiving. Key plays: Goff 46 pass to St. Brown, Gibbs 11 run on 3rd-and-23. Key plays: Goff 24 pass to Gibbs, Goff 13 pass to J.Williams, Goff 14 pass to St. Brown. Key plays: Herbert 15 pass to …

Like a broken record, Chargers’ Keenan Allen nears yet another receiving mark
1 year, 1 month ago

Like a broken record, Chargers’ Keenan Allen nears yet another receiving mark

LA Times  

He had just left Minnesota’s defense in shambles, catching 18 passes for 215 yards on a day when he also threw for a touchdown. “Yeah,” he said, “10,000’s big.” That’s 10,000 career yards receiving, a mark 70 yards away for Allen entering the Chargers’ Monday night matchup at the New York Jets. “I think it’s still a big deal now.” …

Herbert throws for 3 touchdowns, Chargers get back on track with 30-13 victory over Bears
1 year, 1 month ago

Herbert throws for 3 touchdowns, Chargers get back on track with 30-13 victory over Bears

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Leading up to Sunday night, Brandon Staley was looking for his Los Angeles Chargers to have a game where they could put all three phases together. “I thought that’s we were in search of was to feel that complete game where you’re feeding off each other and the levels are high the whole way.” Herbert — who …

Chargers offense awakens with scores on first five drives in rout of Bears
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers offense awakens with scores on first five drives in rout of Bears

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, right, joins the celebration after throwing a touchdown pass in the first quarter. “If you get a team in that position,” edge rusher Joey Bosa said, “it’s important to keep it going and not let them work their way back because, obviously, we’ve done that a few times.” This time, the Chargers scored the first 17 …

Chargers stabilize with win over Raiders, but it was closer than it should’ve been
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers stabilize with win over Raiders, but it was closer than it should’ve been

New York Times  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — With a 24-17 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday at SoFi Stadium, the Los Angeles Chargers have resurrected their season. “But at the end of the day, we was trying to defend the goal line.” Samuel might have returned the interception for a touchdown if he hadn’t slid down at the 11-yard line. “I said, …

Clutch pick by Asante Samuel Jr. and pass by Justin Herbert save Chargers
1 year, 2 months ago

Clutch pick by Asante Samuel Jr. and pass by Justin Herbert save Chargers

LA Times  

Justin Herbert made a clutch 51-yard throw to seal the Chargers’ victory despite wearing a split and glove on his left middle finger. Still, all of that wasn’t enough until Justin Herbert ignored his mangled left hand just long enough to use his healthy right one to throw the Chargers past Las Vegas 24-17 at SoFi Stadium. “It was just …

Chargers-Raiders matchups: How to watch, start time, prediction
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers-Raiders matchups: How to watch, start time, prediction

LA Times  

Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen had a career day against the Vikings in Minneapolis last week. Receiver Keenan Allen was equally spectacular, setting career highs for catches and yards and also throwing a touchdown pass. Las Vegas has been middle of the pack against the pass and, in Week 2, allowed Buffalo’s Josh Allen to go 31 of 37 for …

Chargers’ Brandon Staley relies on analytics for 4th-down calls, but play-calling must improve
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers’ Brandon Staley relies on analytics for 4th-down calls, but play-calling must improve

Associated Press  

Brandon Staley has his legion of critics when it comes to fourth-down calls, especially late in games. “It was a tough road game against a team that made the playoffs, so we were trying to go win the game, and I make no apologies for that.” It marked the second straight season in which the Chargers escaped with a road …

Chargers’ Mike Williams tore his left ACL during Sunday’s win, MRI reveals
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers’ Mike Williams tore his left ACL during Sunday’s win, MRI reveals

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams will miss the rest of the season after suffering a torn ACL in his left knee. I mean, it was a huge performance but probably would have ended up even bigger.” Williams suffered the injury late in the third quarter of Sunday’s 28-24 win over the Minnesota Vikings. Williams missed four regular-season games …

Herbert, Chargers keep Vikings winless, pulling out a 28-24 victory sealed by late pick in end zone
1 year, 2 months ago

Herbert, Chargers keep Vikings winless, pulling out a 28-24 victory sealed by late pick in end zone

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings again lacked the late-game touch that was so golden for them last season. Herbert passed for 405 yards and three touchdowns and the Chargers kept Kirk Cousins out of the end zone twice in the last three minutes to preserve a wild 28-24 victory over the winless Vikings on Sunday. “All three phases just hung …

Chargers’ 28-24 road victory over the Minnesota Vikings by the numbers
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers’ 28-24 road victory over the Minnesota Vikings by the numbers

LA Times  

Chargers receiver Keenan Allen is tackled by Vikings cornerback Akayleb Evans after catching a pass. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Chargers’ 28-24 road victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday: 30 Consecutive games with at least 20 completions for Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, the second longest streak in NFL history. Chargers Chargers finally make big plays down the …

How the Chargers, Brandon Staley avoided rock bottom with ‘wild’ win over Vikings
1 year, 2 months ago

How the Chargers, Brandon Staley avoided rock bottom with ‘wild’ win over Vikings

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — There was rock bottom, inches away from the falling Los Angeles Chargers, their feet so very close to scraping the jagged stones below. We’re trying to win, man.’” “He was getting in his feelings,” cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. said. It’s football.” Samuel added that Jefferson “didn’t really control the game.” At the same time, Jefferson carried the Vikings …

How Josh Allen rediscovered overdrive in win against Raiders
1 year, 3 months ago

How Josh Allen rediscovered overdrive in win against Raiders

New York Times  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The following metaphor is a true story. “He wasn’t trying to give a Herculean effort,” Bills center Mitch Morse said of Allen. When you see that happen, it’s a beautiful thing.” GO DEEPER How Sean McDermott put 'juice' back in Bills with a dominant defensive game More impressive Sunday was what Allen didn’t do. “As long …

Chargers’ defense eyes chance for redemption against Titans team on eight-game skid
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers’ defense eyes chance for redemption against Titans team on eight-game skid

LA Times  

In the aftermath of their opening loss, the Chargers’ general disposition matched their performance: boldly graphic and brutally real. “None of us like how that went down.” Believe it, the Chargers’ Week 1 was a weak one, their pass defense buried in an historically bad showing that ended as a 36-34 defeat to Miami. Consider this team’s recent history: In …

Bills’ Josh Allen has one of his worst days in the NFL in a loss to the Rodgers-less Jets
1 year, 3 months ago

Bills’ Josh Allen has one of his worst days in the NFL in a loss to the Rodgers-less Jets

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHEERFORD, N.J. — After Aaron Rodgers went down with an Achilles tendon injury early in his debut with the New York Jets, the Buffalo Bills seemingly had an easy path to a season-opening win at MetLife Stadium. They didn’t count on Pro Bowl quarterback Josh Allen messing things up with one of his worst games in the NFL, turning …

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