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Jim Harbaugh sidestepped questions about Greg Roman's future following the Chargers' disappointing 16-3 AFC Wild Card loss to the Patriots.
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Maye throws late TD pass and Patriots’ defense roughs up Herbert, Chargers in 16-3 playoff win
Drake Maye threw a touchdown pass to Hunter Henry in the fourth quarter, and New England’s defense roughed up Justin Herbert as the Patriots beat the Los Angeles Chargers 16-3 in an AFC wild-card playoff game.
The Los Angeles Chargers' season ended Sunday with a loss to the New England Patriots, and Justin Herbert took responsibility for the poor performance, telling reporters after the 16-3 defeat, "I didn't play well enough and didn't make any plays.
Highlights from the Wild Card Weekend matchup between the Los Angeles Chargers and the New England Patriots during the 2025 NFL season.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had a rather eye-opening take on potentially having a long playoff run.
Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh remains optimistic about the team's future despite a 16-3 loss to New England in the wild-card round.
A pair of AFC powerhouses closed out the Sunday triple-header of wild-card games. The Patriots stymied Justin Herbert and L.A. Here's how it happened:
Drake Maye leads the Patriots against Justin Herbert and the Chargers at Gillette Stadium, with kickoff set for 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC.
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Who is the Chargers' backup quarterback? Los Angeles' 2026 QB depth chart behind Justin Herbert
The Chargers' playoff security is bolstered by a high-upside backup: former 2021 third-overall pick, Trey Lance. Lance, who beat out veteran Taylor Heinicke for the job in training camp, represents a unique combination of potential and developmental project, offering a skillset centered on mobility and a strong arm should he be called upon.
Los Angeles Chargers' QB Justin Herbert was clearly hit in the helmet but referees inexplicably missed the call leading to a Patriots' halftime lead.