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Pittsburgh
Steelers
6-2
0
FINAL
43
Los Angeles
Chargers
4-3
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 27d ago
In an emphatic display of dominance, the Los Angeles Chargers defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 43-0 in the Divisional Round of the 2026 season, securing their spot in the conference championship. This commanding victory not only showcased the Chargers' offensive prowess but also marked a pivotal moment in their playoff journey. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert led the charge, throwing for 240 yards and three touchdowns, while running back Omarion Hampton made his mark with a staggering 135 rushing yards. Wide receiver Oronde Gadsden contributed significantly as well, finishing with 64 receiving yards, as the Chargers' offense operated like a well-oiled machine, leaving the Steelers' defense scrambling. On the defensive side, the Chargers were equally impressive, limiting the Steelers to a shutout. Khalil Mack recorded a sack, while Tarheeb Still made a game-changing impact with two interceptions. The turning point came early in the second quarter when Still's second pick set up another touchdown drive, effectively putting the game out of reach for Pittsburgh and solidifying the Chargers’ path to victory.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Justin HerbertQB211781%24030153.8
Michael Penix JrQB281036%1460413.9
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Omarion HamptonHB151359.0300330
Justin HerbertQB10353.512112
Keaton MitchellHB7284.010080
Rico DowdleHB9222.48070
DK MetcalfWR000.0β€”000
Pat FreiermuthTE000.0β€”000
Oronde GadsdenTE000.0β€”000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Oronde GadsdenTE46416.0381290
Quentin JohnstonWR36120.380220
Pat FreiermuthTE35117.0260250
Rico DowdleHB34916.3370230
Keaton MitchellHB44411.0251200
Germie BernardWR23517.5120200
Ladd McConkeyWR22412.0131200
Brenen ThompsonWR12020.0β€”0200
KeAndre Lambert-SmithWR11818.0β€”0180
Omarion HamptonHB294.513070
Harold Fannin JrTE188.07080
DK MetcalfWR133.03030
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Chris BoswellK0000
Cameron DickerK0050