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Raiders aim to exploit Chargers' struggles in Week 2 matchup

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Raiders aim to exploit Chargers' struggles in Week 2 matchup
Summary

The Las Vegas Raiders are set to face the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 2 of the NFL season. Following a strong defensive showing in their Week 1 victory over the Miami Dolphins, the Raiders expect to apply pressure on Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert. In that game, the Raiders recorded five sacks and produced a total of 27 pressures. The Chargers, coming off a disappointing 26-14 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, struggled on the offensive line and allowed Herbert to be sacked three times. Matchup analysis suggests the Raiders will be poised to capitalize on the Chargers' ongoing issues up front.

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By the Numbers
  • •Raiders recorded five sacks in Week 1 against the Dolphins.
  • •Chargers lost to the Cardinals and struggled on the offensive line.
  • •Raiders defense earned a strong pass-rushing grade of 77.6 in Week 1.
  • •Justin Herbert was consistently pressured and sacked three times last game.
  • •Kwity Paye and Maxx Crosby led the Raiders in pressures with eight each.
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  • 1:03 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders' pass rush should be able to pin their ears back vs. Chargers
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The Las Vegas Raiders pass rush should be able to pin their ears back versus the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 2.

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Arizona CardinalsLas Vegas RaidersLos Angeles ChargersMiami DolphinsNFLFootball

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