Los Angeles
Chargers
2-0
42
FINAL
28
Buffalo
Bills
2-0
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a high-octane showdown, the Los Angeles Chargers outlasted the Buffalo Bills with a final score of 42-28, improving their record to 2-1 in the 2026 season. The Chargers aimed to assert their dominance in the AFC, while the Bills were looking to bounce back after a tough loss last week.
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert threw for three touchdowns, showcasing his ability to connect with his receivers under pressure. Omarion Hampton was a force on the ground, racking up an impressive 141 rushing yards, which significantly contributed to the Chargers' offensive success. The Bills fought hard, with Josh Allen leading the team with 227 passing yards and Khalil Shakir providing a reliable target with 90 receiving yards.
On the defensive side, the Chargers made pivotal plays that helped secure their victory. Teair Tart recorded a key sack that disrupted the Bills' rhythm, and Derwin James Jr. intercepted Allen, turning the tide in Los Angeles' favor. This interception marked a critical moment in the game, allowing the Chargers to extend their lead and ultimately seal the win.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Allen | QB | 30 | 21 | 227 | 1 | 2 | 75.2 |
| Justin Herbert | QB | 16 | 14 | 168 | 3 | 1 | 123.9 |
| Omarion Hampton | HB | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Khalil Shakir | WR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omarion Hampton | HB | 15 | 141 | 9.4 | 1 | 39 | 0 |
| James Cook III | HB | 16 | 61 | 3.8 | 3 | 18 | 0 |
| Brenen Thompson | WR | 1 | 24 | 24.0 | 1 | 24 | 0 |
| Josh Allen | QB | 1 | 1 | 1.0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Ladd McConkey | WR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| David Njoku | TE | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khalil Shakir | WR | 6 | 90 | 15.0 | 1 | 24 | 0 |
| David Njoku | TE | 3 | 85 | 28.3 | 1 | 65 | 0 |
| James Cook III | HB | 10 | 69 | 6.9 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| DJ Moore | WR | 3 | 53 | 17.7 | 0 | 27 | 0 |
| Brenen Thompson | WR | 3 | 29 | 9.7 | 1 | 13 | 0 |
| Ladd McConkey | WR | 3 | 28 | 9.3 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
| Omarion Hampton | HB | 5 | 22 | 4.4 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Dalton Kincaid | TE | 2 | 15 | 7.5 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Derius Davis | WR | 1 | 10 | 10.0 | 1 | 10 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daiyan Henley | WILL | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Derwin James Jr | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Davison Igbinosun | CB | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Cole Bishop | FS | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Teair Tart | DT | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cam Hart | CB | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Elijah Molden | FS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Maxwell Hairston | CB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Christian Benford | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Terrel Bernard | MIKE | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Greg Rousseau | LEDG | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| T.J. Parker | REDG | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ed Oliver | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Genesis Smith | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C.J. Gardner-Johnson | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Khalil Mack | REDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bobby Okereke | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jalon Kilgore | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Akheem Mesidor | REDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Donte Jackson | CB | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Bass | K | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Cameron Dicker | K | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 |

