Broncos Rally Past Chargers After Late Turnovers

The Denver Broncos defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 23-17 after a late fourth-quarter rally sparked by Chargers turnovers, giving Denver a 3-2 record while Los Angeles remained winless at 0-5. NBC Sports reported the Broncos capitalized on defensive plays and mistakes to secure the victory. The Chargers built a 17-10 lead in the third quarter with two touchdowns, but their advantage disappeared after a failed fourth-down attempt in the final period.

According to NBC Sports, Justin Herbert was stopped short on a fourth-and-1 quarterback sneak from the Chargers 41-yard line. Bo Nix answered with a touchdown pass to Courtland Sutton on the following possession, while Broncos defensive lineman D.J. Jones forced a Herbert fumble on the next Chargers drive, according to NBC Sports.

Denver later added two field goals after its offense stalled near the goal line and after safety Brandon Jones intercepted Herbert. NBC Sports reported Herbert has nine turnovers this season.

The Broncos offense still showed major limitations despite the win. According to NBC Sports, Denver recorded 95 total yards in the second half, went 1-of-12 on third downs, and failed to produce first downs on drives not created by Chargers turnovers. Broncos head coach Sean Payton resumed offensive playcalling duties, but NBC Sports reported the change did not produce a clear improvement. Denver now has a short week before facing Seattle on Thursday night.

The Chargers will travel to Kansas City next Sunday to face the Chiefs. NBC Sports reported Los Angeles is still searching for its first win of the season.