Los Angeles
Chargers
1-1
14
FINAL
31
Buffalo
Bills
1-1
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a commanding performance, the Buffalo Bills topped the Los Angeles Chargers 31-14 in Week 3 of the 2026 season. With this victory, the Bills improve their record, showcasing their dominance at home and setting the tone for the rest of the season.
Jalen Milroe led the charge for Buffalo, throwing for 226 yards and three touchdowns, effectively distributing the ball and keeping the Chargers' defense on their heels. He also contributed on the ground with 12 rushing yards, while Nico Collins emerged as his top target, racking up 93 receiving yards. This offensive prowess was key to the Bills' success, allowing them to maintain control throughout the game.
Buffalo's defense played a crucial role in the outcome, with Emmanuel Forbes Jr. leading the way with three total tackles. Kenneth Grant added pressure with a sack, while the unit as a whole managed to stifle the Chargers' offensive rhythm. The turning point came early in the second half when the Bills' defense forced a turnover, allowing Milroe to capitalize on the momentum and extend their lead, ultimately sealing the victory.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Milroe | QB | 17 | 13 | 226 | 3 | 2 | 117.8 |
| Matthew Stafford | QB | 21 | 12 | 212 | 1 | 2 | 68.0 |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Milroe | QB | 1 | 12 | 12.0 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
| Ladanian Tomlinson | HB | 5 | 8 | 1.6 | 1 | 8 | 0 |
| Rashee Rice | WR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nico Collins | WR | 6 | 93 | 15.5 | 1 | 25 | 0 |
| Courtland Sutton | QB | 5 | 84 | 16.8 | 0 | 38 | 1 |
| Ladanian Tomlinson | HB | 3 | 79 | 26.3 | 1 | 57 | 0 |
| Trey Palmer | WR | 2 | 72 | 36.0 | 1 | 53 | 0 |
| Rashee Rice | WR | 4 | 49 | 12.3 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
| Christian Watson | WR | 1 | 32 | 32.0 | 1 | 32 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Carter II | SS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Sonny Styles | MIKE | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rod Woodson | CB | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Alontae Taylor | CB | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Emmanuel Forbes Jr | CB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kenneth Grant | DT | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| DJ Turner II | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dorian Williams | WILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Drake Thomas | WILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Marcus Williams | FS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tacario Davis | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brandin Echols | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Dane Belton | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Roquan Smith | MIKE | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zane Gonzalez | K | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Jake Bates | K | 1 | 1 | 4 | 53 |

