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Chargers Stifle Raiders 20-9 on Monday Night to Reach 2-0

Three Geno Smith interceptions with no touchdowns highlighted Las Vegas' offensive slide under new coach Pete Carroll.

Overview

  • Justin Herbert went 19-of-27 for 242 yards with two touchdowns and led Los Angeles in rushing with 31 yards.
  • Las Vegas managed 218 total yards and settled for three Daniel Carlson field goals, finishing 0-for-3 in the red zone.
  • Geno Smith completed 24-of-43 for 180 yards with three interceptions and was 0-for-12 on throws of 10-plus air yards, per ESPN.
  • Rookie Ashton Jeanty was limited to 43 yards on 11 carries as the Raiders mustered 68 rushing yards behind an offensive line that allowed three sacks and 16 pressures.
  • Chargers edge rusher Khalil Mack exited in the first half with an elbow injury and did not return, while next up are the Broncos for Los Angeles and a short-week trip to Washington for Las Vegas.