Chargers host Raiders aiming to avoid 0-2 start in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 11:12 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Los Angeles Chargers are set to host the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, needing a win to avoid an 0-2 start to the season. Following a disappointing loss to the Cardinals in Week 1, the Chargers seek to capitalize on their home advantage. Historically, starting the season 0-2 has severely impacted their playoff chances, as they've only reached the playoffs twice after such starts. With a challenging schedule approaching, this matchup against their rivals is critical for the Chargers.
- •Chargers lost to the Cardinals in Week 1.
- •The team has started 0-2 13 times with limited playoff success.
- •Last 0-2 start in 2023 ended in a 5-12 finish.
- •Upcoming opponents include the Bills, Seahawks, and Broncos.
- 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — Chargers can't afford 0-2 start if history is any indication
"The Chargers must avoid a 0-2 hole if they want any shot at making a deep playoff run this season. At least that’s what history tells us.
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