Denver Broncos vs Los Angeles Chargers

In a gripping AFC West battle on Sunday, September 21, 2025, the Los Angeles Chargers narrowly defeated the Denver Broncos 23–20 at SoFi Stadium, maintaining their perfect start to the season. The game was a rollercoaster of emotions, featuring standout performances, pivotal injuries, and a dramatic finish that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

The Chargers opened the scoring in the first quarter with a 32-yard field goal by Cameron Dicker, capping an 8-play, 56-yard drive. In the second quarter, rookie running back Omarion Hampton extended the lead with a 3-yard touchdown run, marking his first career NFL touchdown. The Broncos responded just before halftime with a 52-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Bo Nix to wide receiver Courtland Sutton, narrowing the deficit to 10–7.

The third quarter saw the Broncos seize momentum. Running back J.K. Dobbins broke free for a 41-yard run on the first play of the half, setting up a 19-yard touchdown run by Dobbins to give Denver a 14–10 lead. A subsequent Chargers fumble recovery by safety JL Skinner led to a Wil Lutz field goal, increasing Denver’s lead to 17–10. The Chargers responded with a 24-yard field goal by Dicker, making it 17–13.

The fourth quarter was a back-and-forth affair. The Broncos extended their lead to 20–13 with a 26-yard field goal by Lutz. However, the Chargers answered with a 20-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Justin Herbert to wide receiver Keenan Allen, tying the game at 20–20. With seconds remaining, Dicker secured the win for the Chargers with a 43-yard field goal as time expired.

A significant moment in the game occurred in the second quarter when Chargers running back Najee Harris suffered a non-contact leg injury, believed to be an Achilles tear. Harris was carted off the field and ruled out for the remainder of the game. Prior to the injury, he had rushed six times for 28 yards. Rookie Omarion Hampton is expected to take on a larger role in the offense moving forward.

With this victory, the Chargers improved to 3–0 on the season, positioning themselves as early contenders in the AFC West. The Broncos, despite a valiant effort, fell to 1–2, continuing their struggles in close games. The Chargers will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matchups, while the Broncos will aim to regroup and address their fourth-quarter challenges.

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