Jim Harbaugh seeks seventh straight opening week win against Cardinals

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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Jim Harbaugh seeks seventh straight opening week win against Cardinals
Summary

Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh faces the Cardinals on September 13 with the opportunity to extend his Week 1 coaching record to 7-0. Harbaugh previously secured six consecutive opening-week victories during his four-season tenure with the San Francisco 49ers and his initial two seasons with Los Angeles. A win against the Cardinals would bring him within one victory of the all-time NFL record held by George "Potsy" Clark, who achieved an 8-0-2 mark between 1931 and 1940. Clark set his record while coaching the Portsmouth Spartans, the Brooklyn Dodgers, and the Detroit Lions. Los Angeles enters the game as a 9.5-point favorite at home. The matchup serves as the season opener for both organizations.

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  • Jim Harbaugh holds a 6-0 record in Week 1 as an NFL head coach.
  • The Chargers face the Cardinals at home on September 13.
  • Los Angeles is a 9.5-point favorite to win the game.
  • George "Potsy" Clark holds the all-time record with an 8-0-2 mark in Week 1 games.
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  • 12:31 PMYahoo SportsJim Harbaugh tries to extend Week 1 record to 7-0
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When it comes to the first game of football season, Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh does indeed attack the day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind.

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