The Denver Broncos narrowly defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 35-31 in a thrilling Week 3 matchup of the 2027 season. Both teams came into the game looking to establish themselves early in the season, but it was the Broncos who ultimately came out on top in a tightly contested battle. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had a standout performance, throwing for 309 yards and four touchdowns while also rushing for an additional 49 yards. However, it was Broncos receiver Jaylen Waddle who stole the spotlight, racking up an impressive 160 receiving yards, proving to be a vital asset in Denver's offensive game plan. On the defensive side, JL Skinner led the Broncos with five total tackles, but the true turning point came when Tyler Onyedim recorded a critical sack that halted a promising Chargers drive late in the game. The Broncos' defense managed to create just enough pressure to keep Herbert from finding his rhythm, allowing Denver to hold off a late surge from Los Angeles and secure the victory.