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Chargers vs. Patriots early NFL playoff prediction offers a shocker

The Los Angeles Chargers' last trip to Gillette Stadium went very well. Not only did the Chargers blow out the New England Patriots 40-7, they punched their ticket to the playoffs in their first year under Jim Harbaugh.

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Bill Belichick Breaks Down How the Chargers Could Upset the Patriots in Wild Card Matchup

Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers got a little extra rest in Week 18, as their spot as the No. 7 seed was essentially set. But that doesn’t mean they are heading into Wild Card weekend healthy.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 6

Chargers accused of being NFL playoff 'fool's gold' by NFL execs

In some circles, the Los Angeles Chargers feel like a savvy underdog pick going into the NFL playoffs and their Round 1 showdown with the New England Patriots.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 6

Chargers to face Top 10 toughest schedule in 2026 regular season

The Los Angeles Chargers have yet to play the most important game(s) of this season. But in the NFL it's never too early to start thinking about next season.

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The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

The NFL officially started recording sack totals during the 1982 season, and since then a player has totaled 18 or more sacks in a season on 31 occasions. How many of the 31 can you name in five minutes?

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Jim Harbaugh News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 5

Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh enters playoff run with 6-word truth bomb

The Los Angeles Chargers enter the postseason with momentum but no illusions. As their playoff run begins on the road, head coach Jim Harbaugh made it clear that regular-season success means nothing once January arrives.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 5

Chargers assigned officiating crew they have not seen in 2 years for wild-card round

The Los Angeles Chargers are set to take on the New England Patriots in the primetime night window on Sunday Night Football for the first round of the NFL playoffs.

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Chargers receive suspension update before clash with Patriots

The defensive unit of the Los Angeles Chargers will be in full force for their wild-card round tussle against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on Sunday.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 5

Chargers sign former highly drafted offensive lineman ahead of NFL playoffs

The Los Angeles Chargers are officially set to face the New England Patriots in the first round of the NFL playoffs, coming off their loss to the Denver Broncos.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 5

Chargers Sign G Ben Cleveland, Waive S Marcus Maye

The Los Angeles Chargers have signed G Ben Cleveland to their practice squad on Monday and waived S Marcus Maye. The Chargers could really use some offensive line depth into the playoffs and Cleveland was among the best available options at this point.

Daiyan Henley News / Bleacher Report / January 5

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NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 5

Chargers throw playoff bulletin-board shot at Broncos before Patriots game

The Los Angeles Chargers lost to the Denver Broncos in Week 18 ahead of the NFL playoffs. From the sounds of it, though, the Chargers almost feel like there should be an asterisk next to the end result. Those Chargers, after all, rested the majority of their starters for the game.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

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Watch: Tony Jefferson after losing to the Broncos

Donte Jackson News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 5

Chargers get some good injury news before playoff showdown vs. Patriots

The Los Angeles Chargers made a questionable-looking decision that appeared to turn into a disaster during the season finale against the Denver Broncos.

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Trey Lance News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 5

Trey Lance just made it easier for Chargers to re-sign him

Perhaps one of the the most surprising roster decisions ahead of Week 1 for the Los Angeles Chargers was Trey Lance winning the backup quarterback job.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 5

A Super Bowl run would be historic, here is path Chargers must take

The playoffs are set. The Los Angeles Chargers, as the seventh seed, will travel to Foxboro to face off against the New England Patriots, who are the number two seed in the AFC.

Los Angeles Chargers News / The SportsRush / January 5

Despite $1M Incentives, Keenan Allen to Face Tough Test Against Drake Maye After Chargers’ Loss

For all of the success that the Los Angeles Chargers have managed to gather in recent weeks, the 2025 regular season was still somewhat of a mixed bag for the franchise.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 4

Chargers will face the Patriots in the wildcard round, what you need to know

The playoffs are set. The Los Angeles Chargers will travel to Foxboro, Massachusetts, to take on the New England Patriots in the primetime window on Sunday Night Football on Peacock.

Keenan Allen News / Larry Brown Sports / January 4

Keenan Allen had great reaction after earning $1 million bonus

Keenan Allen was among the players who cashed in on his contract incentives on Sunday, and he celebrated in fitting fashion. Allen entered his Los Angeles Chargers’ Week 18 game against the Denver Broncos with $1.25 million on the line.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 4

Chargers’ Khalil Mack bracing for ‘MVP caliber’ Drake Maye in Wild Card round

The 2025 NFL regular season is in the books, and the Los Angeles Chargers are headed east with little margin for error. After finishing 11-6 under head coach Jim Harbaugh, the Chargers secured the AFC’s No.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 5

Chargers open as surprisingly small underdogs at 14-win Patriots in Wild Card game

The Los Angeles Chargers are getting a tough draw in the AFC Playoffs. They're also getting respect in the first round. In next weekend's Wild Card playoffs, the Bolts have to travel across the country to the East Coast.

Justin Herbert News / Athlon Sports / January 3

NFL Makes Punishment Decision on Justin Herbert Incident

Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers are headed to the NFL playoffs despite a 20-16 loss to the Houston Texans in Week 17. With the AFC West division title out of reach, Herbert is resting for the Chargers' final regular season game against the Denver Broncos on Sunday.

Marcus Maye News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 3