Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Chargers QB Philip Rivers said he would not shy away from a Keenan Allen-Marcus Peters match-up, but that he's also aware the Oakland native had four picks against him while with the Kansas City Chiefs.
2018 ScheduleAll times ET
2018 Schedule
1-1, 3rd in AFC West
- 8/11L 24-17
- 8/18W 24-14
- 8/25L 36-7
- 8/30W 23-21
- 9/9L 38-28
- 9/16W 31-20
- 9/23
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- 10/7
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- 11/18
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- 12/2
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Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Chargers injury report -- DNP: DE Joey Bosa (foot), OT Joe Barksdale (knee), FB Derek Watt (thumb), TE Antonio Gates (illness). LIMITED: WR Travis Benjamin (foot). FULL: RB Melvin Gordon (neck).
What makes Rivers so tough for opposing defenses? (1:38)
Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Here's what it looks like inside Inglewood Stadium, which is more than 50 percent completed. Stadium remains on schedule for summer 2020 opening.
Bolts' Liuget sues trainer after positive PED test
Chargers DT Corey Liuget, currently serving a four-game suspension after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs, is suing his former trainer for $15 million, according to a document filed in U.S. District Court in California on Tuesday.
30 for 30: Seau - Simply Confident (0:48)
Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Chargers Week 2 snap counts, DEF: J Addae 62, T Williams 60, C Hayward 60, D James 59, M Ingram 49, D King 45, I Rochell 40, K White 38, D Perryman 37, D Philon 36, J Jones 30, B Mebane 28, A Phillips 27, D Square 24, J Brown 23, C Landrum 21, K Emanuel 17, U Nwosu 16, R Jenkins 10.
Melvin Ingram, Derwin James fill void left by Joey Bosa's absence
After struggling to rush Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, the Chargers found ways to get after Josh Allen to beat the Bills.
Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Chargers Week 2 snap counts, OFF: R Okung 57, S Tevi 57, D Feeney 57, M Schofield 57, M Pouncey 57, P Rivers 56, K Allen 51, T Williams 46, V Green 42, M Williams 39, M Gordon 36, A Ekeler 24, S Culkin 17, A Gates 11, D Watt 7, G Davis 6, JJ Jones 3, D Newsome 3, G Smith 1.
Melvin Gordon's nose for goal line solves Chargers red zone woes
Melvin Gordon has gone from not scoring a touchdown during his rookie season in 2015 to looking like former Chargers dual threat LaDainian Tomlinson.
Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Melvin Gordon's three touchdowns help Chargers cruise to a 31-20 win over the Buffalo Bills. Philip Rivers looks forward to a cranked up atmosphere next week against the Los Angeles Rams in the battle for L.A.
Gordon scores 3 TDs in Chargers' 31-20 win over Bills
Melvin Gordon matched a career high by scoring three touchdowns, and the Los Angeles Chargers defeated Buffalo 31-20 in manhandling the anemic Bills during rookie quarterback Josh Allen's debut as a starter.
Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Chargers rookie safety Derwin James finished with two tackles -- including a tackle for a loss -- in the first half. James is playing closer to the line of scrimmage against the Buffalo Bills, which is different than last week. Per ESPN Stats & Information research, James played 43 snaps at free safety Week 1 against the Chiefs. Chargers have had their way against the Bills, holding Buffalo to 110 yards of total offense, and lead 28-6 at the half.
Tristan H. Cockcroft ESPN Senior Writer
This is the second time in Melvin Gordon's career that he has scored 25-plus PPR fantasy points in consecutive weeks (2017 Weeks 5-6). He also has 58.3 points so far this season, after scoring 18.5, 38.7 and 39.7 in Weeks 1-2 of each of his first three NFL seasons.
Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Chargers wide receivers Geremy Davis and Tyrell Williams warming up here in Buffalo. Davis is active for the first time this year.
Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Chargers inactives: WR Travis Benjamin, LB Emmanuel Ellerbee, C Cole Toner, RT Joe Barksdale, G Forrest Lamp, DT T.Y. McGill, DE Joey Bosa
Sources: Bolts' Bosa expected out into October
Chargers star defensive end Joey Bosa's left foot injury now is expected to sideline him into October, sources told ESPN.
Travis Benjamin, Chargers don't believe case of drops contagious
The Chargers say they will stay the course, bu they do have 56 drops since the start of the 2016 season -- fifth worst in the NFL.
Fantasy fallout: 'Lightning backs' Chris Thompson, Austin Ekeler strike in Week 1
Can't decide which running back to start? NFL Nation reporters have all the intel on some of the biggest position battles for Week 2.
Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Chargers WR Travis Benjamin was a limited participant in practice on Friday with a lingering foot issue, but says if all goes well during pre-game warm-ups he will play vs. Bills on Sunday.
Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Chargers injury report — OUT: DE Joey Bosa (foot), OT Joe Barksdale (knee), CB Craig Mager (hamstring). QUESTIONABLE: WR Travis Benjamin (foot).
Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Chargers QB Philip Rivers says Antonio Gates handled last week's workload against Kansas City good, which gives him more confidence in the veteran TE having a greater impact this Sunday vs. the Bills. Gates played 33 offensive snaps vs. KC, finishing with two catches for 16 yards.
No Nathan Peterman? No problem, as Chargers prepare for rookie Josh Allen
Last season the Chargers picked off Nathan Peterman five times in a rout of the Bills, but this time Buffalo will start athletic rookie Josh Allen.
Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Anthony Lynn said it's possible second-year pro OL Forrest Lamp could see some time on Sunday against the Buffalo Bills, depending on how practices goes this week.
Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer
Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn praised rookie DT Justin Jones for his play against the Kansas City Chiefs last week. "Justin did well," Lynn said. "He did a lot better than I thought. He missed a lot of time in practice with the ankle. And we just threw him in the fire. We said we've got to get him going sooner or later, and he responded well."
2018 AFC West Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 80 | 65 |
| Denver | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 47 | 43 |
| Los Angeles | 1 | 1 | 0 | .500 | 59 | 58 |
| Oakland | 0 | 2 | 0 | .000 | 32 | 53 |
Team Leaders 2018
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards329.03rd
Rushing Yards116.0Tied-11th
Points For29.58th
Points Against29.0Tied-25th
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2018 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(17) | Derwin James | S | Florida State |
| 2(16) | Uchenna Nwosu | OLB | USC |
| 3(20) | Justin Jones | DT | North Carolina State |
| 4(19) | Kyzir White | S | West Virginia |
| 5(18) | Scott Quessenberry | C | UCLA |
| 6(17) | Dylan Cantrell | WR | Texas Tech |
| 7(33) | Justin Jackson | RB | Northwestern |