Chargers players perplexed that Steelers’ anthem was played at home game
5 years, 2 months ago

Chargers players perplexed that Steelers’ anthem was played at home game

LA Times  

Chargers fan Kat Daly sits among the throngs of Steelers fans who attended Sunday’s game at Dignity Health Sports Park. 1 / 13 Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is hit by Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt as he releases a pass to running back Austin Ekeler to keep a fourth-quarter scoring drive alive Sunday. 5 / 13 Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers, left, tangles with Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Mike Hilton after throwing an interception in the final seconds of Sunday’s game. 9 / 13 Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Tyson Alualu, right, bats down a pass by Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers during Sunday’s game. 12 / 13 Chargers running back Austin Ekeler struggles to break free of Pittsburgh Steelers defenders during Sunday’s game.

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Chargers takeaways: J.K. Dobbins return a boost to offense in rout of Patriots
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1 week, 5 days ago

Chargers takeaways: J.K. Dobbins return a boost to offense in rout of Patriots

LA Times  

Derius Davis hadn’t reached his full stretch, hadn’t reeled in his second touchdown in as many games and hadn’t yet gotten the Chargers on the scoreboard. The Chargers running back threw both hands in the air once quarterback Justin Herbert threw the ball downfield and beat the referees at Gillette Stadium to the signal as Davis laid out for a …

Chargers vs. New England Patriots: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
1 week, 6 days ago

Chargers vs. New England Patriots: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times  

Even with the Chargers’ playoff hopes in the air last week, Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley didn’t pay much attention to NFL games on TV during a rare off weekend after a Thursday game against the Denver Broncos. “It didn’t really matter,” Henley said, “because I’m like, we can’t lose anymore anyway.” Buoyed by a key win over the Broncos, the …

Chargers rally in second half to overcome Broncos, improve AFC playoff seed
3 weeks ago

Chargers rally in second half to overcome Broncos, improve AFC playoff seed

LA Times  

Needing to bounce back quickly from a blowout loss last Sunday to not only save their playoff seeding but also reinforce Harbaugh’s first-year turnaround of the much-maligned franchise, the Chargers delivered a thrilling second-half comeback against the Denver Broncos, winning 34-27 at SoFi Stadium on Thursday night. The Chargers clawed back from a near-disastrous first half to secure their first …

Chargers appear playoff-bound, but loss to Tampa could mean they’re bound for disaster
3 weeks, 3 days 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 vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
Trending News
3 weeks, 6 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 vs. Atlanta Falcons: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
1 month, 1 week 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
1 month, 1 week 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 vs. Baltimore Ravens: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chargers vs. Baltimore Ravens: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times  

The brothers on the sideline have dominated the conversation, but Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh — who will coach against older brother John Harbaugh on Monday — knows the prime-time game between the Chargers and the Baltimore Ravens will be decided by the players on the field. “It’s about the two teams,” said Jim Harbaugh, who will coach against his brother …

Jim Harbaugh makes Chargering a thing of the past in win over Bengals: ‘Starting to believe’
1 month, 3 weeks 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 blow 21-point second-half lead but beat Bengals on TD with 18 seconds to go
1 month, 3 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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 …

Justin Herbert gives Chargers’ offense legs as defense shuts down Titans
1 month, 4 weeks 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 …

How Jim Harbaugh channeled a folk-rock ballad to lead Chargers to third straight win
1 month, 4 weeks ago

How Jim Harbaugh channeled a folk-rock ballad to lead Chargers to third straight win

New York Times  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — A haunting, solemn guitar riff played over the speakers inside the home locker room at SoFi Stadium late Sunday afternoon. Molden said it was “kind of hard to follow.” Edge rusher Bud Dupree said he “couldn’t really grasp” what Harbaugh was getting at. Harbaugh said Herbert avoiding the sack-fumble and the fourth-down touchdown run were the “two …

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

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

Browns' Passing Explosion Fuels Comeback Against Chargers
2 months, 1 week 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 …

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

Chargers vs. Arizona Cardinals: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers vs. Arizona Cardinals: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

If the Chargers struggled to contain Denver’s rookie quarterback Bo Nix, Kyler Murray easily could turn into a nightmare. The Arizona Cardinals’ dynamic dual-threat quarterback is the top concern of the Chargers’ top-ranked defense for Monday’s prime-time matchup in State Farm Stadium as the Cardinals are trying to shake off a rut of three losses in four weeks. A 50-yard …

Justin Herbert paces improved Chargers offense in win vs. Broncos: Key takeaways
2 months, 3 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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 …

Chargers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Interior linemen tackle Chargers’ biggest question mark on NFL’s No. 1 defense
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Interior linemen tackle Chargers’ biggest question mark on NFL’s No. 1 defense

LA Times  

Chargers defensive tackle Poona Ford celebrates after his interception against the Raiders that sealed the Week 1 victory. The pair of 300-pound tackles who combined to stop the Las Vegas Raiders on the Chargers’ second defensive series of the season have turned the team’s line from a question mark to a strength while setting the tone for the stingiest scoring …

Jim Harbaugh's reborn Chargers are fighting image of new coach
4 months ago

Jim Harbaugh's reborn Chargers are fighting image of new coach

LA Times  

Coach Jim Harbaugh emphatically congratulates J.K. Dobbins after the Chargers running back’s touchdown in the fourth quarter. These Chargers “Harbaughed,” which translated into using inspiration from their new coach to outslug the Raiders, 22-10, in a season opener that came with a statement. Chargers fans — including one holding up a sign saying, “Make Chargers Great Again” — saw a …

Chargers dominate on defense to open Jim Harbaugh era with a win over Raiders
4 months 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’ 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 …

Chargers’ offense is all wet, but defense shuts out Patriots in first must-win game
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers’ offense is all wet, but defense shuts out Patriots in first must-win game

LA Times  

Defense was the name of the game in Foxborough, Mass., as Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson absorbs a hit from Chargers safety Derwin James Jr.. First he was booming. “There weren’t going to be any style points today,” Chargers coach Brandon Staley said. Asked to explain what’s continuously gone wrong for the offense, the legendary coach sarcastically grumbled: “Sorry, if …

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

How Chargers’ Kellen Moore-designed run game went from Week 1 excitement to league worst
1 year, 1 month ago

How Chargers’ Kellen Moore-designed run game went from Week 1 excitement to league worst

New York Times  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Entering this season, the Los Angeles Chargers were anticipating sizable improvement from their run game. Moore was bringing a fresh ground-attack philosophy to Los Angeles — what he described in June as a “physical, north-and-south run game” that was rooted in “getting downhill.” GO DEEPER How Kellen Moore can change Chargers' scheme to make things easier …

Here's how Chargers can make playoffs, and why they won't
1 year, 1 month ago

Here's how Chargers can make playoffs, and why they won't

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley walks off the field after a loss to the Baltimore Ravens, his team’s third in a row. With little reason to believe club executives will come to their collective senses any time soon and dismiss coach Brandon Staley — and maybe make it a two-for-one deal by also bidding farewell to general manager Tom Telesco — …

Late-game pass protection woes yet another issue in this lost Chargers season
1 year, 1 month ago

Late-game pass protection woes yet another issue in this lost Chargers season

New York Times  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — The Los Angeles Chargers’ late-game pass protection was already a problem. “It’s us as a team on offense executing better,” Staley said Wednesday when presented with those numbers. Arthur Maulet brings the pressure and forces the turnover on downs 📺: #BALvsLAC on NBC 📱: Stream on #NFLPlus https://t.co/4A9GOmQsZC pic.twitter.com/Tx8KCRfsvS — NFL November 27, 2023 “We just didn’t …

What we learned in NFL Week 11 results: Cowboys surge, Lions stretch, Chargers still stunted and more
1 year, 1 month ago

What we learned in NFL Week 11 results: Cowboys surge, Lions stretch, Chargers still stunted and more

New York Times  

The two men behind the Dallas Cowboys’ 1990s dynasty officially squashed their decades-long beef Sunday, with team owner Jerry Jones finally — finally — deciding to induct former coach Jimmy Johnson into the team’s Ring of Honor. Sunday’s 31-26 win against Chicago spoiled a mostly encouraging return for Bears quarterback Justin Fields, who played his first game in a month …

Chargers defense outplays vaunted Jets unit, keeping N.Y. out of end zone in road win
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers defense outplays vaunted Jets unit, keeping N.Y. out of end zone in road win

LA Times  

They were top 10 for the season against the pass and in points allowed. The Chargers sacked New York’s Zach Wilson eight times and generated all three of the game’s turnovers in a 27-6 victory at MetLife Stadium. Eight plays later, the Chargers’ offense was in the end zone — on the first of Austin Ekeler’s two short scoring runs …

Chargers offense awakens with scores on first five drives in rout of Bears
1 year, 2 months 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 …

The Chargers’ familiar choke, plus a ferocious MLB retirement speech
1 year, 2 months ago

The Chargers’ familiar choke, plus a ferocious MLB retirement speech

New York Times  

This is the digital version of The Pulse. Taters: The Phillies will hit home runs forever Zac Gallen entered last night’s NLCS Game 1 with a nice story. They’re three wins away from a second straight World Series trip, and the Rangers’ 5-4 win in Houston yesterday means the Phillies could avoid seeing the Astros this time. It’s a surprise, …

Chargers’ Austin Ekeler expects to play vs. Cowboys in Week 6: How his return helps Justin Herbert
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers’ Austin Ekeler expects to play vs. Cowboys in Week 6: How his return helps Justin Herbert

New York Times  

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler said Tuesday there is a “99 percent” chance he plays against the Dallas Cowboys on “Monday Night Football” in Week 6. The Chargers rushing attack has faltered since Ekeler suffered his high ankle sprain in a Week 1 loss to the Dolphins. — Daniel Popper, Los Angeles Chargers writer How Ekeler’s return helps …

Chargers’ 24-17 home victory over the Raiders by the numbers
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers’ 24-17 home victory over the Raiders by the numbers

LA Times  

Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Chargers’ 24-17 home victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday: 6 Sacks for Chargers linebacker Khalil Mack, one short of the NFL record set by the Kansas City Chiefs’ Derrick Thomas in 1990. His 12-yard scoring run against Las Vegas made him the fifth player in NFL history to have at least …

Austin Ekeler able to practice just a bit as Chargers’ ground game limps without him
1 year, 3 months ago

Austin Ekeler able to practice just a bit as Chargers’ ground game limps without him

LA Times  

Chargers running back Austin Ekeler is working on a recovery from an ankle injury. After rushing for 117 yards — tying his third-best total — in the Chargers’ season-opening 36-34 loss to Miami, Ekeler has missed the last two weeks. “Not being on the field; not being able to help the guys,” Ekeler said when asked what’s been toughest for …

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 …

Austin Ekeler out vs. Titans: What this means for Chargers’ run game
1 year, 3 months ago

Austin Ekeler out vs. Titans: What this means for Chargers’ run game

New York Times  

The Athletic has live fantasy football lineup advice, rankings, injury news and projections ahead of Week 2. Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler is out for Sunday’s game against the Tennessee Titans with an ankle injury, the team said Saturday. Here’s what you need to know: Ekeler left L.A.’s 36-34 Week 1 loss to the Miami Dolphins late in …

Chargers rushing attack shows promise in opener: What it means for Justin Herbert
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers rushing attack shows promise in opener: What it means for Justin Herbert

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Chargers’ loss to the Miami Dolphins on Sunday falls squarely on the shoulders of the defense, and the pass defense particularly. Staley believed Moore could elevate the Chargers’ ground game with a more streamlined, defined and downhill rushing philosophy. And then we want our backs to be able to make people miss, and I think that that’s …

Takeaways from Chargers’ 22-17 preseason loss to the Saints
1 year, 4 months ago

Takeaways from Chargers’ 22-17 preseason loss to the Saints

New York Times  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — The Los Angeles Chargers lost to the New Orleans Saints, 22-17, in their second game of the preseason Sunday evening at SoFi Stadium. young guys doin' work pic.twitter.com/jS1WVpquqj — Los Angeles Chargers August 21, 2023 “I liked the way Daiyan played,” Staley said. young guys on D stepped up pic.twitter.com/rYSM44PZ25 — Los Angeles Chargers August 21, 2023 …

Los Angeles Chargers blow 27-point lead as Jacksonville Jaguars advance in AFC
1 year, 11 months ago

Los Angeles Chargers blow 27-point lead as Jacksonville Jaguars advance in AFC

The Independent  

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Chargers blow 27-point lead with horrendous second half in playoff loss to Jaguars
1 year, 11 months ago

Chargers blow 27-point lead with horrendous second half in playoff loss to Jaguars

LA Times  

Chargers linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga lies on the turf as the Jaguars celebrate Riley Patterson’s winning field goal in Jacksonville’s 31-30 AFC wild-card comeback win Saturday night. I feel horrible for the defense.” Chargers linebacker Drue Tranquill intercepts a pass by Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence on the first drive of the game. There’s no reason we shouldn’t have got that done …

Chargers vs. Jacksonville Jaguars matchups, how to watch and prediction
1 year, 11 months ago

Chargers vs. Jacksonville Jaguars matchups, how to watch and prediction

LA Times  

Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams will not play Saturday against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Chargers lost wide receiver Mike Williams to a back injury last weekend in Denver, costing them their only deep threat to test a Jacksonville pass defense that hasn’t been good this season. There would seem to be little chance of the Chargers winning Saturday night unless …

Chargers: First look at AFC wild-card opponent Jacksonville Jaguars
2 years ago

Chargers: First look at AFC wild-card opponent Jacksonville Jaguars

LA Times  

In a rematch of a Week 3 game, the Chargers will meet the Jacksonville Jaguars in an AFC wild-card game Saturday : HISTORY LESSON: The Jaguars dominated the Chargers 38-10 at SoFi Stadium in late September. Jacksonville opened a 13-0 lead early in the second quarter before the Chargers tightened the score to 16-10 barely three minutes into the second …

Chargers show L.A. they are Super Bowl contenders
2 years ago

Chargers show L.A. they are Super Bowl contenders

LA Times  

The Chargers can win the Super Bowl. What they’re doing is the antithesis of “Chargering.” Whereas many of their fellow contenders are dealing with new injuries, the once short-handed Chargers are becoming healthier. “I think that we’re improving every time that we go out,” coach Brandon Staley said. “They’re peaking at the right time,” Rams coach Sean McVay said, “and …

How Austin Ekeler went from virtually unknown to Chargers star
2 years ago

How Austin Ekeler went from virtually unknown to Chargers star

LA Times  

Always viewed as undersized and underestimated, Austin Ekeler went from hidden star at a Division II Colorado school to a growing star with the Chargers. “All the stuff everyone’s seeing him do today,” said Jas Bains, Ekeler’s coach at Division II Western State, “he’s been doing since high school.” The Chargers’ Austin Ekeler, known for his physical running, drags Tennessee …

Chargers clinch playoff berth: How LA’s defense stymied Colts in Monday night win
2 years ago

Chargers clinch playoff berth: How LA’s defense stymied Colts in Monday night win

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Chargers defeated the Colts 20-3 in Indianapolis Monday night to clinch a playoff berth. Here’s what you need to know: Austin Ekeler accounted for both Chargers’ touchdowns, while the Los Angeles defense held Indianapolis scoreless in the second half. The Athletic’s instant analysis: Chargers playoff-bound behind elite defense It was not pretty, but the Chargers are headed …

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