Nasir Adderley
Denver Broncos tight end Noah Fant reaches for the pylon but fails to score during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong )
Broncos have never fixed their shortcomings under Vic Fangio

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 03, 2022 04:25 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (81) catches a touchdown in front of Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Herbert, Roberts propel Chargers back into playoff position

By Joe Reedy Jan. 02, 2022 07:15 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow celebrates after the Bengals defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 34-31 in an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
The Latest: Four teams vying for final two NFC playoff spots

By The Associated Press Jan. 02, 2022 11:58 AM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) is tripped up by Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker (3) during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Colts activate QB Carson Wentz from COVID-19 list

By The Associated Press Jan. 01, 2022 02:43 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley looks on during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Joseph, Chargers looking ahead to challenges against Broncos

By Joe Reedy Dec. 29, 2021 08:44 PM EST

Houston Texans running back Rex Burkhead (28) is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers' Nasir Adderley (24) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. The Texans won 41-29. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)
Chargers' defensive flaws on display with short-handed unit

By Joe Reedy Dec. 27, 2021 07:54 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws a pass against the Houston Texans during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)
Los Angeles Chargers at Houston Texans 12/26/2021

Dec. 26, 2021 01:09 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws before an NFL football game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Los Angeles Chargers at Cincinnati Bengals 12/5/2021

Dec. 05, 2021 12:33 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Los Angeles Chargers at Denver Broncos 11/28/2021

Nov. 28, 2021 03:27 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) runs with the ball past Philadelphia Eagles safety Marcus Epps (22) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Steelers, Chargers each looking to bounce back Sunday night

By The Associated Press Nov. 18, 2021 12:19 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley watches action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Injuries, COVID-19 leave Chargers defense short-handed

By Joe Reedy Nov. 17, 2021 08:43 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley watches action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Chargers' NFL-worst run defense to be tested again by Cook

By Joe Reedy Nov. 10, 2021 08:59 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert warms up before an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Los Angeles Chargers at Philadelphia Eagles 11/7/2021

Nov. 07, 2021 03:47 PM EST

Staley hopes changes benefit Chargers' special teams units

By Joe Reedy Oct. 27, 2021 08:00 PM EDT
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers have made improvement in many areas during Brandon Staley's first season as coach, but special teams...

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams celebrates his touchdown catch with fans during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Chargers WR Mike Williams questionable due to knee injury

Oct. 15, 2021 05:25 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers' Mike Williams (81) celebrates a touchdown reception during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chargers facing offensive line issues with Ravens up next

By Joe Reedy Oct. 13, 2021 08:59 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Cleveland Browns at Los Angeles Chargers 10/10/2021

Oct. 10, 2021 04:19 PM EDT

A Las Vegas Raiders poses in front of SoFi stadium before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Monday, Oct. 4, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Las Vegas Raiders at Los Angeles Chargers 10/4/2021

Oct. 04, 2021 07:19 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws before an NFL football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Los Angeles Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs 9/26/2021

Sep. 26, 2021 12:39 PM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Baltimore. Baltimore won 36-35. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Chiefs welcome Chargers for important early AFC West game

By The Associated Press Sep. 23, 2021 12:54 PM EDT