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Chargers vs. Texans: How to watch, game time, TV schedule, streaming, and more
Welcome to game day, everyone! It’s another chance at revenge for the Chargers as they host the Texans at home today in rematch of last January’s wild card loss. Houston once again owns one of the league’s best defenses this season, but the same goes for the Chargers. Both rank in the top 10 in […]
Chargers-Texans Game Preview: Elite defenses will define playoff rematch
The Chargers have waited almost an entire calendar year to get a shot at revenge against the Texans. Back in January, Houston’s defense picked off Justin Herbert four times en route to bouncing the Bolts from the postseason in a game many in The Bolt wish they could completely forget. The thing is, whatever motivation […]
Chargers-Texans Injury Report: Salyer, St-Juste OUT vs. Houston
Final Update: The Chargers will be without yet another offensive tackle this week as recent starter at left tackle Jamaree Salyer has been ruled out against the Texans this week. Returner Derius Davis, safety RJ Mickens, and cornerback Benjamin St-Juste were all ruled out for Saturday, as well. Offensive guard Mekhi Becton, defensive tackle Teair […]
Chargers Daily Links: Chargers-Texans prediction thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Five final thoughts ahead of the Chargers’ Week 17 matchup with the Texans (Chargers.com) Check out the final injury report for Chargers-Texans in Week 17 (Chargers.com) Check out who experts picked in this week’s matchup between the Chargers and […]
Chargers Daily Links: Wednesday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Check out the latest injury report for the Chargers (Chargers.com) This year’s Pro Bowl Chargers reacted to their selections for the annual event (Chargers.com) Five Chargers were named to this year’s Pro Bowl Games (Chargers Wire) What is the […]
Herbert, Dicker among 5 Chargers named to 2026 Pro Bowl Games
The official results of this year’s Pro Bowl Games voting have been announced and the 11-4 Chargers are sending five players to the annual event. Quarterback Justin Herbert, offensive tackle Joe Alt, edge rusher Tuli Tuipulotu, safety Derwin James, and kicker Cameron Dicker were all named to this year’s all-star event with Dicker being the […]
Chargers Power Rankings Roundup: Bolts break back into top 10
The Chargers won their fourth consecutive game following their bye and have now won seven of their last eight. They’re peaking at the right time just ahead of matchups against the Texans and the Broncos to finish out the regular season. With the 49ers beating the Colts on Monday night, the Chargers also clinched their […]
PFF grades from Chargers-Cowboys: Johnston comes up big in return to Texas
Quentin Johnston put together his best performance of the season with a 104-yard, one-score outing against the Cowboys in his home state of Texas. He caught Justin Herbert’s first touchdown of the game and later made two big catches to help keep the Chargers ahead of Dallas for the entire second half. Herbert also had […]
Chargers Daily Links: Tuesday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: The Chargers punched their ticket to the playoffs after the 49ers beat the Colts on MNF (Chargers.com) Five takeaways from Monday’s pressers from the Chargers (Chargers.com) The NFL suspended Denzel Perryman for two games (Chargers Wire) Philip Rivers showed […]
Chargers playoff picture: Los Angeles clinches playoff spot with Colts loss on ‘Monday Night Football’
The Los Angeles Chargers clinched a playoff spot on Monday without even playing in the game. The Indianapolis Colts lost to fellow playoff hopefuls in the San Francisco 49ers. The game isin Indianapolis featured former Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers as Indy’s starting QB. Updated AFC standings How the Chargers clinched a playoff spot Now that […]
Chargers LB Denzel Perryman suspended 2 games
On Monday morning, the NFL announced that Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman is being suspended without pay for two games for “repeated violations of playing rules intended to protect the health and safety of players.” Perryman was flagged for his hit against Cowboys wide receiver Ryan Flournoy when the latter was laying on the ground after […]
Chargers open up as betting favorites ahead of Week 17 vs. Texans
The Los Angeles Chargers are coming off a big win against Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys in Week 16, getting one step closer to a playoff berth. The Chargers can officially clinch a playoff spot if the San Francisco 49ers beat the Indianapolis Colts on Monday Night Football, but they will also do so […]
Chargers Daily Links: Victory Monday open thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Five takeaways from the Chargers’ win over the Cowboys (Chargers.com) Quentin Johnston enjoyed a standout performance back in his home state of Texas (Chargers.com) Check out the best social media reactions to the Chargers’ latest win (Chargers Wire) The […]
LA Chargers playoff picture: What Week 16 vs. Cowboys means for AFC standings
Week 16 has already blessed us with some amazing games, between the NFC West clash on Thursday that saw the Seahawks win an OT thriller against the Rams, and Saturday night’s Bears vs. Packers NFC North battle. Oh, and the Eagles also beat the Commanders — which eliminated the Chargers’ opponent this week, the Dallas […]
Chargers beat Cowboys, get closer to playoff spot
The Los Angeles Chargers are celebrating after a 34-17 victory against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 16 at AT&T Stadium. In the win, Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert threw for 300 yards and two touchdowns, getting the team its 11th victory. Rookie running back Omarion Hampton had 85 yards and a touchdown, while Herbert ran one […]
Chargers-Cowboys Game Recap: Herbert, elite defense topple Dallas 34-17
For the second consecutive game, the Chargers let up a touchdown on the opening drive of the game. For the second consecutive game, it did not matter. After letting up the first touchdown by the Cowboys, the Bolts then outscored 34-10 through the remainder of the game. Twice the Chargers forced a turnover on downs […]
LA Chargers vs. Dallas Cowboys Week 16 game discussion
Los Angeles Chargers vs. Dallas Cowboys, December 21, 2025, 10 a.m. PT Location: AT&T Stadium, Dallas, TX Broadcast: CBS, Paramount Plus The Los Angeles Chargers face a massive Week 16 matchup against Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys on the road. Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines. BTFB community, this is your thread for […]
Chargers reveal Week 16 inactives vs. Cowboys
The Los Angeles Chargers getting ready to face off against Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys for their Week 16 matchup. Wide receiver Derius Davis, defensive back RJ Mickens, cornerback Nikko Reed, outside linebacker Bud Dupree, offensive tackle Trey Pipkins III (ankle), offensive lineman Branson Taylor and tight end Tyler Conklin are the inactives for […]
Chargers vs. Cowboys: How to watch, game time, TV schedule, streaming, and more
Welcome to game day, everyone! The Chargers are in Dallas today to face the 6-7-1 Cowboys. A win pushes the Bolts to 11-4 which would match their record from 2024. A loss does not necessarily drastically hurt their playoff chances, but a win would certainly solidify their already strong percentage of punching a ticket this […]
Chargers-Cowboys Game Preview: Immovable object meets unstoppable force
The Chargers will be on the road for another week as they travel to Dallas this weekend to take on the 6-7-1 Cowboys in Jerry World. The Cowboys are coming off a loss to the Vikings in which their defense could not put a lid on the inconsistent J.J. McCarthy and the up-and-down Minnesota offense. […]
Chargers-Cowboys Injury Report: Elijah Molden, Trey Pipkins limited on Thursday
Final Update: The Chargers announced their final injury report for Week 16 against the Cowboys and they’ve gone and ruled out two players in returner Derius Davis and safety R.J. Mickens. Pass rusher Bud Dupree, wide receiver Quentin Johnston, safety Elijah Molden, offensive tackle Trey Pipkins, and defensive tackle Teair Tart are all listed as […]
Chargers Daily Links: Chargers-Cowboys prediction thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Tre’ Harris is making his impact felt on offense this year (Chargers.com) Check out Thursday’s injury report for the Chargers (Chargers.com) Who has the edge between the Chargers and Cowboys on paper? (Chargers Wire) Tom Brady recently said what […]
Chargers land athletic Texas A&M sack artist in new 2026 mock draft
The Chargers could feasibly go with several positions in the first round of this years draft. Interior offensive linemen certainly seems like it’s at the top of the list. Behind that should be probably be defensive tackle followed closely by edge rusher. We all know how bad the interior protection has been this season. That […]
LA Chargers discussion: How confident are you in this team’s future?
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Chargers Daily Links: Thursday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Check out the Chargers’ first injury report of Week 16 (Chargers.com) Why the Chargers defense could carry them into the playoffs (Chargers.com) Jim Harbaugh admitted he’s spoken with Sherrone Moore since his firing (Chargers Wire) Chargers fans get the […]
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