Los Angeles
Chargers
2-0
25
FINAL
38
Buffalo
Bills
1-1
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 2d ago
In a thrilling Week 3 matchup, the Buffalo Bills topped the Los Angeles Chargers 38-25, solidifying their position as a formidable force in the 2026 season. With both teams vying for early-season momentum, the Bills showcased their offensive prowess, led by a standout performance from quarterback Josh Allen. Allen was nothing short of spectacular, throwing for 395 yards and five touchdowns, while wide receiver DJ Moore torched the Chargers' secondary for 269 receiving yards. The dynamic duo consistently connected, creating mismatches and exploiting opportunities that kept the Bills' offense in rhythm throughout the game. Meanwhile, Keaton Mitchell struggled to find his footing for the Chargers, managing only 48 rushing yards. On the defensive side, Maxwell Hairston made a significant impact for the Bills, recording two interceptions that shifted the momentum in Buffalo's favor. The game’s turning point came when Hairston picked off a pass late in the second quarter, setting up another touchdown that extended the Bills' lead. Despite a solid defensive effort from the Chargers, including two sacks from Akheem Mesidor, they were unable to contain the explosive Bills offense, ultimately sealing their fate in this high-stakes showdown.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Josh AllenQB241667%39551131.9
Justin HerbertQB291759%3262481.1
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Keaton MitchellHB9485.3121160
James Cook IIIHB5275.430100
Josh AllenQB2189.070220
Justin HerbertQB155.01050
Omarion HamptonHB252.52040
DJ MooreWR000.0β€”000
Brenen ThompsonWR000.0β€”001
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
DJ MooreWR1126924.5603360
Brenen ThompsonWR517034.0610540
David NjokuTE36020.0171241
Ladd McConkeyWR46015.0111270
Jalin HyattWR25427.0β€”2510
Dalton KincaidTE24522.5160360
Lee EvansWR12727.0130271
Keaton MitchellHB3258.3210210
Quentin JohnstonWR177.01070
Omarion HamptonHB144.01040
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
JK ScottP0000
Tyler BassK12535
Cameron DickerK11231
Tommy Doman JrP0000