Chargers struggle offensively in Week 1 loss to Cardinals
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 1:36 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Los Angeles Chargers opened their 2026 season with a 26-14 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on September 14. Despite high expectations for the offense with new coordinator Mike McDaniel, the Chargers managed only 14 points and were outgained 393-268. Justin Herbert faced pressure throughout the game, being sacked three times, while their running game fell short. Omarion Hampton scored on a touchdown run but finished with just 43 yards on 12 carries. The Chargers' next challenge comes in Week 2 against the Las Vegas Raiders.
- •Chargers score just 14 points against the Cardinals.
- •Justin Herbert completes 17 of 27 passes for 209 yards.
- •Omarion Hampton has one touchdown but limited rushing success.
- •Chargers face the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 2.
- 1:36 AMYahoo Sports — Chargers' new-look offense shows more of the same struggles in loss to Cardinals
- 1:08 AMYahoo Sports — How Justin Herbert, Chargers offense fell flat in shocking loss to Cardinals
"The Los Angeles Chargers' offense took a step backward by barely being able to move forward in their season opener. Following an offseason during which they tried to address their offensive deficiencies, the Chargers had one miscue after another in a season-opening 28-16 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Against a team that finished last season with nine consecutive losses, the Justin Herbert-led Chargers offense was at its worst in the fourth quarter.
"The Chargers were upset in Week 1 by the Cardinals, as Los Angeles' offense endured unexpected struggles against Arizona.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 1:36 AMChargers' new-look offense shows more of the same struggles in loss to Cardinals
The Los Angeles Chargers' offense took a step backward by barely being able to move forward in their season opener. Following an offseason during which they tried to address their offensive deficiencies, the Chargers had one miscue after another in a season-opening 28-16 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Against a team that finished last season with nine consecutive losses, the Justin Herbert-led Chargers offense was at its worst in the fourth quarter.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 1:08 AMHow Justin Herbert, Chargers offense fell flat in shocking loss to Cardinals
The Chargers were upset in Week 1 by the Cardinals, as Los Angeles' offense endured unexpected struggles against Arizona.
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