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Jim Harbaugh's Chargers Defeat Raiders 22-10 in Season Opener

Sep 8, 2024, 10:40 PM

The Las Vegas Raiders opened their 2024 NFL season with a 22-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. The game marked the debut of Jim Harbaugh as the Chargers' head coach, who secured his first win in this new role. The Raiders, under new head coach Antonio Pierce, struggled offensively, failing to score a touchdown after the first quarter. Key moments included a controversial decision by Pierce to punt on 4th-and-1 in Chargers territory, which was heavily criticized. Chargers' running back J.K. Dobbins had a standout performance with 135 rushing yards and a touchdown. Justin Herbert, the Chargers' quarterback, played a crucial role, and Maxx Crosby was a notable performer for the Raiders. Poona Ford's interception sealed the game for the Chargers. The Raiders now face the Baltimore Ravens next week.