Chargers fall to 0-2 after losing to Raiders 26-14

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Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Chargers fall to 0-2 after losing to Raiders 26-14
Summary

The Chargers dropped to 0-2 on Sunday, losing 26-14 to the Raiders at home. Justin Herbert struggled with two interceptions, and a crucial fumble by Omarion Hampton allowed the Raiders to extend their lead late in the game. The Raiders capitalized on this mistake, with Kirk Cousins throwing three touchdown passes and leading his team to their first 2-0 start since 2021. The Chargers, who missed a field goal early in the match, are now facing a challenging schedule ahead with key opponents in their next games.

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  • Chargers have not started a season 0-2 under coach Jim Harbaugh.
  • Raiders' Kirk Cousins threw three touchdown passes.
  • Chargers committed six fumbles, a franchise record for a game.
  • Tre Tucker recorded a game-high 119 receiving yards for the Raiders.
  • Chargers missed a field goal and had multiple turnovers early in the game.
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  • 11:12 PMYahoo SportsChargers flop again, falling to 0-2, while surprising Raiders are 2-0
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Jim Harbaugh is 0-2 as a head coach for the first time. In the NFL or college.

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