The Chargers allowed a season-high 39 points and 344 total yards to the Vikings in Week 15's loss.

Analysis: It was an absolute catastrophe for the home Chargers, but the blame doesn't belong to the defense, as their offense committed seven turnovers, including one which was run back for a touchdown. The Chargers didn't perform well in their first matchup against the Raiders, forcing no turnovers and allowing 26 points. But again, their offense allowed a pick-six in that contest. The constant poor field position is a liability, but the Raiders haven't been productive lately, exceeding the 20-point…read more

The Chargers allowed 10 points and 252 total yards in Week 14's win over the Jaguars.

Analysis: The Chargers were in control for the entire contest, but they didn't force a turnover and notched just two sacks. That's still a decent fantasy performance, but their upside has been capped all year, ranking 30th in turnovers (12) and 26th in sacks (27). Their defense is overall solid, as it ranks 11th in YPC allowed (4.1) and fourth in passing YPG allowed (196.6). However, the Vikings have a powerful offense with 26.1 PPG (seventh) while giving up just 15 turnovers, so the already low ceiling…read more

The Chargers allowed 23 points and 218 total yards in Week 13's loss to the Broncos.

Analysis: The Chargers defense actually played decently but was hurt by their own offense's two turnovers, leaving them in tough field position. They'll now face the Jaguars and Gardner Minshew, who has posted a middling 7.3 yards per attempt this year. The Chargers get relief from having Derwin James back in the fold, and he'll face a second rookie quarterback in as many weeks. When Minshew has been under center, the Jags have averaged 243.3 passing yards per game, which would be good for 12th in the…read more

The Chargers allowed 24 points and 310 total yards in Week 11's loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: The Chargers were fortunate that Tyreek Hill left with a hamstring injury in the first quarter because they simply didn't have the speed to stick with him. However, it was still a decent defensive effort considering they were constantly thrust into action since their offense coughed up four turnovers. Their biggest concern in this outing will be shutting down Courtland Sutton, but the Chargers' secondary is strong, allowing over 226 passing yards just once since Week 3. It's unsettled who will…read more

The Chargers didn't force a turnover in Week 10's 26-24 loss to the Raiders.

Analysis: The Chargers D/ST was on the hook for one of the Raiders' defensive touchdowns, and their real-life defense had to deal with three offensive turnovers, putting them in tough field position on short rest. Whether the Chargers' offense shapes up or not doesn't look like it will matter in this contest, as the Chiefs come to town with at least 25 points in all but one game this year. QB Patrick Mahomes didn't look to be at full health last week, but he's likely in better shape after another week of…read more