In a tightly contested matchup, the Los Angeles Chargers held off the Arizona Cardinals with a final score of 20-13, kicking off the 2026 season on a high note. The victory set the tone for both teams as they look to establish their identity early in the year. On the offensive side, Jacoby Brissett led the Cardinals with a solid performance, throwing for 284 yards, but it was the Chargers' Omarion Hampton who made his mark on the ground, rushing for 79 yards. Trey McBride stood out as a reliable target for Brissett, accumulating 110 receiving yards, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win for Arizona. Defensively, the Chargers were impactful, with Cam Hart recording seven total tackles, while Khalil Mack made his presence felt with 1.5 sacks. The turning point came in the second half when the Chargers' defense stifled the Cardinals' momentum, forcing crucial stops that ultimately allowed Los Angeles to maintain their lead and secure the victory.