Overview
- The Chargers fell to the Texans 20-16 on Saturday, ending their shot at the AFC West after Denver clinched the division.
- Los Angeles has already secured a postseason berth and will open the playoffs on the road with seeding still to be determined.
- Jim Harbaugh issued an emphatic endorsement of Justin Herbert postgame, citing his competitiveness, toughness and leadership.
- Herbert went 21-of-32 for 236 yards with one touchdown and one interception, led the team with 37 rushing yards and was sacked five times.
- Drops and pass protection breakdowns persisted behind an injury-depleted offensive line, and Harbaugh declined to say whether starters will play at Denver in Week 18.