Chargers suffer 41-17 loss to 49ers in preseason game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 6:56 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Los Angeles Chargers experienced a blowout loss to the San Francisco 49ers, falling 41-17 at SoFi Stadium on August 20, 2026. Despite a strong showing in earlier joint practices, the Chargers managed only 229 total offensive yards, with just three rushing yards recorded by their running backs. The loss prompted criticism from fans and analysts alike, citing poor performance and missed opportunities for more aggressive play calling. The 49ers are set to play the Los Angeles Rams on August 27 in their next preseason contest.
- •Chargers registered only three rushing yards during the game.
- •Team accumulated seven penalties, four on offense.
- •49ers turn around after joint practice loss to Chargers.
- •Chargers next face the Rams on August 27.
- •Regular season opener against Cardinals is on September 13.
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"The Los Angeles Chargers were blown out 41-17 by the San Francisco 49ers in their second preseason game at SoFi Stadium on Thursday evening. The teams held a joint practice this week during which the Chargers dominated the 49ers, but the script was flipped on Thursday evening.
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