Overview
- A last-second 23-20 win over the Broncos lifted Los Angeles to 3-0.
- The start includes victories over the Chiefs in Brazil and the Raiders on Monday night, giving the Chargers three straight divisional wins.
- It is their first 3-0 opening in 23 years, positioning them as early favorites in the AFC West with five division games still ahead and rivals at 1-2.
- Analysts point to a sturdier defense, an effective run game and Justin Herbert’s continued progress under Jim Harbaugh.
- Keenan Allen has 19 catches for 194 yards with a touchdown in each game, rookie Oronde Gadsden debuted with five for 46, and Najee Harris exited with a suspected Achilles injury that could end his season.