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Chargers struggle against Cardinals in season opener at SoFi Stadium

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Chargers struggle against Cardinals in season opener at SoFi Stadium
Summary

The Los Angeles Chargers faced a tough start to the season, losing 26-14 to the Arizona Cardinals on September 13, 2026, at SoFi Stadium. Despite an initial promising drive that tied the game at 7-7, the Chargers struggled across all phases, allowing the Cardinals to convert key third downs and gain significant yardage. Coach Jim Harbaugh commented on the team's performance as 'uncharacteristic' and 'sloppy,' highlighting issues on both offense and defense. The Chargers look to bounce back in their next game after a challenging opener.

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By the Numbers
  • •Chargers lost 26-14 in their season opener against the Cardinals.
  • •Game featured a promising initial drive but resulted in numerous mistakes.
  • •Cardinals scored effectively, totaling 393 yards of offense.
  • •Justin Herbert faced pressure and was sacked multiple times.
  • •Next game offers an opportunity for the Chargers to search for improvements.
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  • 12:53 AMYahoo Sports — Harbaugh’s new-look Chargers fail first test in ugly loss to Cardinals
What they're saying
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The Sporting Tribune's Fernando Ramirez writes about how bad the Chargers looked in all three phases on Sunday against Arizona.

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