Chargers struggle in preseason loss to 49ers despite some bright spots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 7:55 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Chargers faced the 49ers in a Week 2 preseason game on August 21, unable to recover from a poor start. They were outplayed, giving up 321 yards and allowing the 49ers to score four times in the red zone. Notable performances came from linebacker Junior Colson, who returned an interception for a touchdown, and cornerback Rodney Shelley, recording multiple tackles and passes defensed. However, the ground game faltered, totaling just 33 rushing yards. The Chargers will prepare for their final preseason matchup against the Rams next Thursday.
- •Chargers allowed 321 yards and 20 first downs to the 49ers.
- •Junior Colson scored on a 16-yard interception return.
- •Rodney Shelley had three tackles and two passes defensed.
- •Chargers managed only 33 rushing yards from their running backs.
- •Next game against the Rams scheduled for August 28.
- 7:55 PMYahoo Sports — Chargers: Winners and losers from LA's preseason loss to the 49ers
"There was a lot to dislike and very little to like in the Chargers' Week 2 preseason loss to the 49ers.
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