We find defenses every season that profile as a so-called run funnel, meaning opponents lean unusually hard on the rushing ...

The run game got a big boost with J.K. Dobbins back in the lineup, as he rushed for 76 yards and one touchdown in his return. The Chargers desperately needed their playmakers to step up over the last ...

Smartt caught both of his targets for 23 yards in the 40-7 win over the Patriots on Saturday. Will Dissly (35 snaps) and Tucker Fisk (32 snaps) both played more than Smartt, who had benefitted in ...

The Chargers have had a bit of trouble with quarterbacks who can extend plays this season, and Patriots rookie Drake Maye has ...

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Stone Smartt made two catches in a Week 17 win over the New England Patriots. Smartt shared the tight end position with Will Dissly, who was able to return after a two ...

A turkey shoot. Battling no pass rush, Justin Herbert was sharp and clean, and now finds himself entering the playoffs for a ...

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, wide receiver Josh Palmer connect for 19-yard gain on crossing route.

Wide receiver Ladd McConkey finds a soft spot in New England Patriots' zone on 6-yard TD snag. Tight end Stone Smartt high-points quarterback Justin Herbert's 14-yard redzone laser. Quarterback Justin ...

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye takes off for 12-yard gain. Los Angeles Chargers tight end Stone Smartt high-points quarterback Justin Herbert's 14-yard redzone laser. Los Angeles Chargers ...

Tight end Stone Smartt high-points quarterback Justin Herbert's 14-yard redzone laser. Tight end Stone Smartt high-points ...

This is the first of three NFL games scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 28. All will air on the NFL Network. The starting time for this one is 1 o'clock ET.

Chargers defense vs. Patriots offense. Los Angeles has been particularly stingy, holding opposing offenses to a league-low 18 ...