Chargers top Jets on ‘Monday Night Football’: How the defense carried L.A. to victory
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers top Jets on ‘Monday Night Football’: How the defense carried L.A. to victory

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Chargers topped the New York Jets 27-6 at MetLife Stadium on Monday night. On a night when Herbert and the offense struggled to move the ball against a vicious Jets defense, the Chargers defense rose to the occasion. — Daniel Popper, Chargers staff writer GO DEEPER 'When you care about someone, it means more': Chargers defense dominates in win over Jets L.A. wins despite offensive struggles Offensively, the Chargers had a rough showing. — Popper Jets offense reaches new low Coach Robert Saleh said this about the Jets offense this week: “Eventually things are going to click and it’s going to look pretty cool.” The offense was bad all season. — Zack Rosenblatt, Jets staff writer GO DEEPER Jets' loss to Chargers makes it clearer than ever: Their offense is a mess Highlights of the game Required reading

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Halftime speech by Derwin James could be key to a late-season push by the Chargers
2 days, 23 hours ago

Halftime speech by Derwin James could be key to a late-season push by the Chargers

Associated Press  

If the Los Angeles Chargers are able to put together a late-season run and advance far in the playoffs, a big reason will be what Derwin James Jr. did at halftime Thursday night. It’s time for us to play our best ball in December, January.’ I feel like we did that today.” The Chargers got contributions from all three phases …

Chargers takeaways: Comeback victory against Broncos puts a playoff berth in sight
3 days, 18 hours ago

Chargers takeaways: Comeback victory against Broncos puts a playoff berth in sight

LA Times  

The Chargers fully acknowledged the importance of Thursday’s game. Chargers Chargers rally in second half to overcome Broncos, improve AFC playoff seed The Chargers trailed by 11 in the second half before scoring 21 straight points to beat the Broncos and surpass them in the AFC West and playoff standings. The quarterback shook off an uncharacteristic interception in the second …

The Sports Report: Chargers rally for important victory over Broncos
3 days, 18 hours ago

The Sports Report: Chargers rally for important victory over Broncos

LA Times  

Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. “I knew how our guys were going to respond and they did.” The Chargers clawed back from a near-disastrous first half to secure their first season sweep over the Broncos since 2010, backing up a Week 6 win in Denver that was the team’s first road win in the series since 2018. Continue reading …

Season sweep of Broncos! Jim Harbaugh has changed the Chargers
3 days, 18 hours ago

Season sweep of Broncos! Jim Harbaugh has changed the Chargers

LA Times  

The Chargers celebrate a 34-yard catch and run for a touchdown by Hassan Haskins that clinched a comeback victory over the Broncos. “Our guys,” coach Jim Harbaugh said, “really just stayed the course.” The Chargers are 9-6, and short of a one-in-a-billion disaster, they will reach the playoffs. Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh hugs Hassan Haskins, whom he coached at Michigan, …

Broncos at Chargers: How to watch, odds, expert picks for AFC West battle
4 days, 18 hours ago

Broncos at Chargers: How to watch, odds, expert picks for AFC West battle

New York Times  

Week 16 kicks off with a good one in Inglewood — the 8-6 Los Angeles Chargers meet up with the 9-5 Denver Broncos. Under offensive coordinator Greg Roman, the Chargers are averaging 18.5 points in their last four games, a dispiriting 1-3 stretch with two primetime losses. Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Chargers odds Expert picks for Broncos vs. Chargers …

Chargers vs. Denver Broncos: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
4 days, 18 hours ago

Chargers vs. Denver Broncos: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times  

The Chargers already ended one streak against the Denver Broncos this season. After earning their first win in Denver since 2018 this season in October, the Chargers will play for their first season sweep of their AFC West rivals since 2010 on Thursday at 5:15 PST at SoFi Stadium. It’s not just their two-game losing streak, but it’s also that …

Chargers-Patriots Week 17 game moved to Dec. 28 as part of NFL Network tripleheader
6 days, 18 hours ago

Chargers-Patriots Week 17 game moved to Dec. 28 as part of NFL Network tripleheader

LA Times  

The Chargers’ Week 17 game against the New England Patriots is scheduled for Dec. 28 at 10 a.m. PST as the NFL Network chose the matchup to lead off a nationally televised Saturday tripleheader, the league announced Tuesday. Because of a Thursday night game this week against the Denver Broncos at SoFi Stadium, the Chargers will not have to battle …

Chargers appear playoff-bound, but loss to Tampa could mean they’re bound for disaster
1 week ago

Chargers appear playoff-bound, but loss to Tampa could mean they’re bound for disaster

LA Times  

Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa and safety Tony Jefferson show their frustration during their loss to Tampa Bay. “Surprising isn’t the word,” Chargers defensive lineman Morgan Fox said of the torching. Chargers Chargers takeaways: Thursday matchup with Broncos critical after loss to Buccaneers The Chargers’ pride and bodies were hurt in a blowout loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which makes …

Chargers-Broncos game could decide playoff opponents, a scary prospect
1 week ago

Chargers-Broncos game could decide playoff opponents, a scary prospect

LA Times  

The Chargers need to follow the lead of coach Jim Harbaugh and quarterback Justin Herbert against the Broncos. With just their second losing streak of the season, the Chargers face a critical AFC West game against the Denver Broncos that could decide each team’s playoff seeding. “Everything we want is still in front of us,” Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. …

Buccaneers slice up Chargers defense in second half as L.A. falls in playoff seedings
1 week, 1 day ago

Buccaneers slice up Chargers defense in second half as L.A. falls in playoff seedings

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is hit by Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Yaya Diaby after throwing a pass in the second half of the Chargers’ 40-17 loss Sunday at SoFi Stadium. The Chargers lost ground in a tight AFC wild-card race Sunday, unraveling in the second half of a loss coach Jim Harbaugh called “thorough.” The offense mustered just 32 yards …

Chargers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
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1 week, 3 days ago

Chargers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times  

They received blue pin-striped, short-sleeved work shirts complete with embroidered name tags. “The culture that he’s trying to build around here,” edge rusher Joey Bosa said, “that we’re hard workers, that we come to work every single day, and it’s not always pretty.” Coming off a disappointing loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, the Chargers’ fortitude will be tested as …

Chargers takeaways: Justin Herbert dodges a bullet, team still can’t finish off Chiefs
2 weeks ago

Chargers takeaways: Justin Herbert dodges a bullet, team still can’t finish off Chiefs

LA Times  

Chargers running back Gus Edwards led the team with 36 rushing yards and scored a touchdown Sunday against the Chiefs. Chargers running backs averaged 2.6 yards per rush in the first half, getting only five carries. But the running backs started the second half on the right foot with Edwards picking up three yards on his first carry of the …

Chargers vs. Kansas City Chiefs: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Chargers vs. Kansas City Chiefs: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times  

Greg Roman has built his career as a run game guru but the Chargers offensive coordinator’s ground attack has slowed to a crawl. The Chargers rank 18th in the NFL with 112.9 yards rushing per game and 22nd with 4.1 yards per carry. After rushing for just 56 yards against the Atlanta Falcons, the Chargers are trying to rediscover their …

Chargers vs. Atlanta Falcons: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Chargers vs. Atlanta Falcons: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times  

The Baltimore Ravens tested the Chargers’ running defense. The Chargers, who gave up a season-high 212 yards rushing to the Ravens last week, will face the Atlanta Falcons’ fifth-ranked passing offense on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Atlanta quarterback Kirk Cousins has versatile weapons in receiver Drake London and running back Bijan Robinson. With Perryman out for a second consecutive game, …

Chargers are expected to be without top RB Dobbins and could lean on QB Herbert against Falcons
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Chargers are expected to be without top RB Dobbins and could lean on QB Herbert against Falcons

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Chargers at Atlanta Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Chargers by 1 1/2 Series record: Falcons lead 8-4. Last week: Ravens beat Chargers, 30-23; Falcons had bye week following 38-6 loss at Denver on Nov. 17. Chargers player to watch RB Gus Edwards could move up as the lead back for Los Angeles as J.K Dobbins …

Chargers drop the ball on offense and defense in second half as Ravens prevail
4 weeks ago

Chargers drop the ball on offense and defense in second half as Ravens prevail

LA Times  

The Ravens’ Rashod Bateman flips over as he makes a touchdown catch over Chargers cornerback Kristian Fulton in the second quarter to give Baltimore a lead it would not relinquish. The defense that boasted an NFL-leading points-against average gave up a season high in points, not to mention five straight scoring drives that easily erased an early 10-0 Chargers’ lead. …

Chargers-Broncos Week 16 game flexed to ‘Thursday Night Football,’ a first for NFL
1 month ago

Chargers-Broncos Week 16 game flexed to ‘Thursday Night Football,’ a first for NFL

LA Times  

With both teams fighting for playoff position, the Chargers’ Week 16 game against their AFC West rival Denver Broncos was moved into a prime-time TV slot, the NFL announced Friday, shifting a game to “Thursday Night Football” for the first time. The schedule change gives the Chargers their only Thursday night game of the season, providing the team a 10-day …

Jim Harbaugh makes Chargering a thing of the past in win over Bengals: ‘Starting to believe’
1 month ago

Jim Harbaugh makes Chargering a thing of the past in win over Bengals: ‘Starting to believe’

New York Times  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — It was happening again. “You go through some adversity and you win, it’ll push your team up to level up even more.” “We’re trying to turn the worm around here,” said safety Derwin James Jr. “There’s been a lot of games through the years where we’ve been put in that position and came up short,” Bosa said. …

Chargers takeaways: Is dramatic win over the Bengals a sign of ‘magic going on’?
1 month ago

Chargers takeaways: Is dramatic win over the Bengals a sign of ‘magic going on’?

LA Times  

During a 34-27 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday at SoFi Stadium, Chargers players soaked up loud chants of “Let’s go Chargers!” Quarterback Justin Herbert was even serenaded with chants of “M-V-P!” The crowd for Sunday’s prime-time game wasn’t just the Chargers’ loudest home-field advantage of the season, offensive lineman Rashawn Slater estimated. Slater called the growing enthusiasm around …

Chargers blow 21-point second-half lead but beat Bengals on TD with 18 seconds to go
1 month ago

Chargers blow 21-point second-half lead but beat Bengals on TD with 18 seconds to go

LA Times  

Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins dives into the end zone past Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Josh Newton for the winning touchdown in the Chargers’ 34-27 win Sunday at SoFi Stadium. When he starred at Ohio State, the Buckeye faithful called their running back “All Day J.K.” J.K. Dobbins took all day to break through but did just in time, scoring the …

Chargers out to continue dominant defensive run against Burrow, Bengals
1 month, 1 week ago

Chargers out to continue dominant defensive run against Burrow, Bengals

Associated Press  

Cincinnati at Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC/Peacock BetMGM NFL odds: Chargers by 1 1/2. It was Tuipulotu’s second straight game with at least two sacks, and all 5 1/2 of his QB takedowns this season have come over the past three outings. Knowing every successful run also keeps Bengals QB Joe Burrow off the field, the Chargers …

Do Chargers or Rams have a better chance to make the playoffs? Let’s examine ...
1 month, 1 week ago

Do Chargers or Rams have a better chance to make the playoffs? Let’s examine ...

LA Times  

Do Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers or Sean McVay’s Rams have a better chance to reach the postseason? On Sunday night, the Chargers play host to the Bengals and quarterback Joe Burrow, who has the hottest hand this side of Baltimore’s Lamar Jackson. Then-San Francisco 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh, left, greets Ravens coach John Harbaugh after Baltimore’s Super Bowl win. That said, …

Chargers can celebrate, but they aren't overnight contenders yet
1 month, 1 week ago

Chargers can celebrate, but they aren't overnight contenders yet

LA Times  

Jim Harbaugh previously had said he would never use the word “satisfied” when talking about football. Somewhere around five, five-thirty, six hours, six-thirty mark, then it’ll just hit me that the Cincinnati Bengals are up next and we’re on to them.” Chargers Justin Herbert gives Chargers’ offense legs as defense shuts down Titans Besides his usual great passing, the Chargers’ …

Chargers takeaways: ‘Healthier’ win over Titans sets up challenging November games
1 month, 1 week ago

Chargers takeaways: ‘Healthier’ win over Titans sets up challenging November games

LA Times  

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase will test the Chargers’ defense. Three of the next four games are in prime-time slots, starting with next Sunday’s matchup that was so enticing that the NFL flexed it into the “Sunday Night Football” window. “November is the football you remember,” the outside linebacker said, emphasizing the type of quarterbacks the …

Despite questions at receiver, cornerback, Chargers stand firm at NFL trade deadline
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Despite questions at receiver, cornerback, Chargers stand firm at NFL trade deadline

LA Times  

When it came to Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline, Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz stood firm with the roster he built in the offseason. Joe Hortiz made aggressive moves this offseason, but when it came to Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline, the Chargers’ general manager stood firm with the roster he built. When asked about the trade deadline last month, Hortiz, a …

Chargers takeaways: Defense continues to make difference in win over Browns
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chargers takeaways: Defense continues to make difference in win over Browns

LA Times  

Chargers cornerback Tarheeb Still celebrates his interception against the Saints. “Let’s be the team that gets him there,” linebacker Daiyan Henley said of the message. Chargers defensive backs Elijah Molden, Alohi Gilman and Tarheeb Still each intercepted Winston in the second half with Still getting unofficial credit from coach Jim Harbaugh for “one-and-a-half” interceptions as the rookie deflected a pass …

Simi Fehoko might be out when Chargers now play Bengals in prime time in Week 11
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Simi Fehoko might be out when Chargers now play Bengals in prime time in Week 11

LA Times  

The Chargers’ Simi Fehoko holds his arm as he is helped off the field during a game against the Browns. Still basking in the glow of a 27-10 win over the Cleveland Browns, Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh called the performance the best of the season Monday. After reviewing the film, Harbaugh said he didn’t want to spend much time singling …

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 …

Chargers’ top-ranked defense leads way in lopsided win over Browns: Key takeaways
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chargers’ top-ranked defense leads way in lopsided win over Browns: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Daniel Popper, Zac Jackson and Jelani Scott Another week, another top-tier performance for the Los Angeles Chargers defense as the unit turned in a near-shutdown effort during Sunday’s 27-10 road win over the Cleveland Browns. With their defense dominating and forcing quick drives, the Chargers offense enjoyed a fruitful day, outside of allowing Browns star pass rusher Myles Garrett …

Five Chargers predictions at NFL midseason: Justin Herbert will be MVP worthy in second half
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Five Chargers predictions at NFL midseason: Justin Herbert will be MVP worthy in second half

New York Times  

It is officially November, and the Los Angeles Chargers are nearing the midpoint of Jim Harbaugh’s first season. The true nature of this team will come into clearer focus over the second half of the season, as the Chargers likely push for a playoff spot. Ladd McConkey will top 1,000 yards receiving McConkey, who the Chargers drafted in the second …

Browns' Passing Explosion Fuels Comeback Against Chargers
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Browns' Passing Explosion Fuels Comeback Against Chargers

Associated Press  

The Cleveland Browns face a tough challenge as they host the Los Angeles Chargers in a crucial AFC North matchup. QB Jameis Winston looks to bounce back after a challenging start, while the Chargers boast a stingy defense that has limited opposing quarterbacks in recent games. The game presents a significant opportunity for the Browns to secure a win and …

Defensive Turnaround: Chargers' Jesse Minter Making Waves
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Defensive Turnaround: Chargers' Jesse Minter Making Waves

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Chargers' defense has been dominant in recent games, allowing only 13 points per game and giving up just nine touchdowns. The unit has also forced opponents to go three-and-out on 28.6% of their drives, its highest percentage since 2010. The defense's turnaround has gone unnoticed, but it has been a key factor in the Chargers' success.

Saints Prepare to Visit Chargers in Crucial Matchup
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Saints Prepare to Visit Chargers in Crucial Matchup

Associated Press  

The Saints and Chargers clash in a highly anticipated matchup. The Chargers seek to bounce back from consecutive losses, while the Saints aim to maintain their winning ways. Key matchups to watch include the Chargers' wide receiver group facing the Saints' secondary, and the Saints' rushing attack against the Chargers' defense. The game is a chance for both teams to …

Chargers only produce field goals and defense allows last-second loss to Cardinals
2 months ago

Chargers only produce field goals and defense allows last-second loss to Cardinals

LA Times  

Cameron Dicker’s five field goals accounted for all of the Chargers’ points, and that was not enough against the Cardinals on Monday. The Chargers’ top-ranked defense folded in the most critical moment and the offense never arrived, losing 17-15 to the Arizona Cardinals on Monday as the Cardinals on a last-second field goal. Arizona’s Chad Ryland kicks a 32-yard field …

Justin Herbert paces improved Chargers offense in win vs. Broncos: Key takeaways
2 months, 1 week ago

Justin Herbert paces improved Chargers offense in win vs. Broncos: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Daniel Popper, Nick Kosmider and Lauren Smith Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert threw for a season-high 237 yards, the Los Angeles offense posted a season-best 350 yards, and the defense kept the Broncos off the scoreboard until the fourth quarter, holding off a late rally to pick up a 23-16 win in Denver. — Daniel Popper, Chargers beat writer GO …

Chargers vs. Denver Broncos: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
2 months, 1 week ago

Chargers vs. Denver Broncos: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

During his initial overview of the Chargers’ season schedule, offensive coordinator Greg Roman stopped short of cursing the team’s Week 5 off week, but he was at least “strongly speaking against it.” “As it turns out,” Roman said this week, “it’s a gift from the football gods.” The Chargers lost consecutive games entering the off week, but won the break …

Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Chargers: Two Top Defenses Clash in Thrilling Matchup
2 months, 1 week ago

Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Chargers: Two Top Defenses Clash in Thrilling Matchup

Associated Press  

The Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers meet in a battle of top defenses and offenses. Both teams boast strong defenses, but the Broncos' offense has found its footing with a 34-point outburst against Las Vegas last week. The Chargers' defense has been equally impressive, allowing only 12.5 points per game. The matchup will be a test of which team …

Chargers dealing with injuries, 2 straight losses as they approach their bye week
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Chargers dealing with injuries, 2 straight losses as they approach their bye week

Associated Press  

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Even though it is early in the season, the Los Angeles Chargers bye week comes at the right time. Stock up Trey Pipkins, who moved to right tackle and allowed only two quarterback pressures on 29 pass blocking snaps according to the NFL’s Next Gen Stats. Pipkins allowed five pressures on eight pass blocking snaps last …

Chargers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
3 months ago

Chargers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

They’ve won at home. After beating up on the Raiders and the Panthers — who combined for nine wins last season — the Chargers face what coach Jim Harbaugh calls their “playoff opener” against the Pittsburgh Steelers, who are the Chargers’ first opponent that went to the playoffs last year. Although the Chargers have had no trouble relying on running …

Chargers-Panthers takeaways: J.K. Dobbins rushes into the NFL spotlight
3 months, 1 week ago

Chargers-Panthers takeaways: J.K. Dobbins rushes into the NFL spotlight

LA Times  

Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins runs past the Panthers defense for a touchdown. Yet two Sundays into the new season, the Chargers’ J.K. Dobbins leads the league with 266 yards rushing — an average of 9.8 yards a carry — and the team’s ground game ranks second. For that you can credit new offensive coordinator Greg Roman, who worked with …

Panthers look to slow down Chargers RB J.K. Dobbins, avoid third straight 0-2 start to season
3 months, 1 week ago

Panthers look to slow down Chargers RB J.K. Dobbins, avoid third straight 0-2 start to season

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Chargers at Carolina Panthers Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Chargers by 6 1/2 Series record: Panthers lead Chargers 6-1. Chargers player to watch J.K. Dobbins had 135 yards and a touchdown in his Los Angeles debut last week, including a pair of carries of at least 36 yards. The Chargers are averaging an AFC-best 6.5 …

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 …

Chargers-Raiders takeaways: True to his word, Jim Harbaugh’s team hit ground running
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers-Raiders takeaways: True to his word, Jim Harbaugh’s team hit ground running

LA Times  

Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins scores a fourth-quarter touchdown past Raiders safety Tre’von Moehrig. “ not just pounding a rock though, but pounding in the pass game, pounding in general,” said running back J.K. Dobbins, who finished with 135 yards and one touchdown in 10 carries. “We’re gonna keep fighting, gonna keep believing, and eventually the rock will crack.” Dobbins …

Chargers dominate on defense to open Jim Harbaugh era with a win over Raiders
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers dominate on defense to open Jim Harbaugh era with a win over Raiders

LA Times  

Chargers linebacker Bud Dupree deflects a pass thrown by Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew during the second half of the Chargers’ 22-10 win Sunday at SoFi Stadium. Losers of eight of their last nine games, the Chargers ushered in the Jim Harbaugh era with a gritty 22-10 win over the Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium. After the Raiders …

Chargers vs. Cowboys takeaways: Offense puts on a show in preseason finale
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Chargers vs. Cowboys takeaways: Offense puts on a show in preseason finale

LA Times  

Chargers wide receiver Simi Fehoko works out before a game against the Packers in November. The Chargers’ first touchdown came on a 70-yard end-around by wide receiver Derius Davis after a fake handoff. “Going out there first play and just do that was a great experience.” Davis, the team’s primary returner, is trying to carve out a role in the …

NFL Power Rankings Week 18: Browns and Packers move up, plus a lesson from every team
11 months, 3 weeks ago

NFL Power Rankings Week 18: Browns and Packers move up, plus a lesson from every team

New York Times  

Like the rest of you, the Power Rankings are trying to make some sense of this NFL year as we head into the final week of the regular season. Up next: vs. Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, 4:25 p.m. Cleveland Browns Thursday: Beat New York Jets 37-20 The lesson: They didn’t even need Deshaun Watson The Browns would be one of …

Chargers’ 16-9 road loss to the Denver Broncos by the numbers
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Chargers’ 16-9 road loss to the Denver Broncos by the numbers

LA Times  

The Chargers’ Austin Ekeler, who had 46 yards rushing against the Broncos, runs near the Broncos’ sideline. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Chargers’ 16-9 road loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday: 1 Career NFL victories as a starter for Denver quarterback Jarrett Stidham, who completed 20 of 32 passes for 224 yards and a touchdown against the …

Chargers’ valiant effort as spoilers is ruined by Bills’ field goal in waning seconds
1 year ago

Chargers’ valiant effort as spoilers is ruined by Bills’ field goal in waning seconds

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Easton Stick is pressured by Bills defensive tackle Poona Ford, center, and defensive end Leonard Floyd during the Chargers’ 24-22 loss Saturday at SoFi Stadium. “My question … was how would they react the first time Buffalo punches you in the face?” interim coach Giff Smith said. “The game plan was tight,” safety Derwin James Jr. said, when …

Jets’ NFL-worst offense will face Commanders’ league-worst defense in possible Christmas Eve snoozer
1 year ago

Jets’ NFL-worst offense will face Commanders’ league-worst defense in possible Christmas Eve snoozer

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Washington Commanders are bringing their 32nd-ranked defense to New York to square off against the Jets’ NFL-worst offense. It all likely depends on whether the defensively challenged Commanders can stop the Jets’ sluggish offense, which will have Trevor Siemian starting at quarterback since Zach Wilson didn’t clear the concussion protocol. “For us on the back …

NFL roundtable: Rams prove they can battle for playoffs even after loss; not Chargers
1 year ago

NFL roundtable: Rams prove they can battle for playoffs even after loss; not Chargers

LA Times  

The Rams gave the AFC powerhouse Ravens quite a battle before losing in overtime on a punt return. The Chargers’ lost quarterback Justin Herbert to a broken index finger on his throwing hand and the game to the Broncos, virtually ending all hopes of reaching the postseason despite being alive mathematically. Los Angeles Times Rams beat writer Gary Klein, Chargers …

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