Chargers at Raiders

Franchise Hub Beat · 3d ago

The Los Angeles Chargers opened the 2028 season with a commanding 31-10 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, demonstrating their dominance right from the start. With both teams eager to make a strong statement in Week 1, the Chargers proved they are a force to be reckoned with in the AFC.

Drew Mestemaker led the charge for Los Angeles, throwing for 245 yards and two touchdowns, showcasing his precision and poise in the pocket. Kewan Lacy added a solid ground game with 80 rushing yards, while Quentin Hale emerged as Mestemaker's favorite target, racking up 86 receiving yards. The Chargers' offense was efficient and relentless, keeping the Raiders' defense on its heels throughout the contest.

Defensively, the Chargers made their mark with Khalil Mack leading the charge, notching 1.5 sacks to disrupt the Raiders' rhythm. Tarheeb Still was a game-changer, picking off two passes and turning the tide in favor of Los Angeles. The turning point came late in the second quarter when Still's first interception set up a quick touchdown, giving the Chargers a commanding lead that the Raiders could never recover from.