Chargers snap seven-game losing streak to Chiefs: Takeaways and analysis from LA's big win

The Chargers opened up the 2025 regular season in the win column, snapping their seven-game losing streak to the Chiefs.

To recap everything from Corinthians Arena in São Paulo, Brazil, here is our instant analysis from Los Angeles' 27-21 win over Kansas City.

It was over when...

Justin Herbert scrambled for a 19-yard gain with 2:14 left in regulation on 3rd-and-14 to pick up the first down and seal the deal.

3 stars of the game

1. QB Justin Herbert: 25/34, 318 yards, 3 TDs, 7 carries, 32 rushing yards
2. WR Quentin Johnston: 5 catches, 79 yards, 2 TDs
3. WR Keenan Allen: 7 catches, 68 yards, TD

Quick hits

• Justin Herbert had one of the best games of his career, silencing the doubters, aka Ryan Clark. Herbert was prolific in the passing game, excelling on play action, intermediate passing and targeting in-breaking routes. He also used his legs, rushing seven times, including the most crucial rush, where he picked up the first down in the final minutes of the game.
• Quentin Johnston's third season started on a strong note, as he led the Chargers in receiving yards in the game. While his dropped pass issues came up, including one in the end zone, he still hauled in two touchdown passes that were vital to the Bolts' win.
• Welcome back, Keenan Allen. Allen led the team in targets (10) and turned them into a team-high seven catches for 68 yards and a score. He did have a dropped pass early in the game but Allen still proved to be a reliable for Herbert.
• Even though he didn't get as much recognition as Johnston and Allen, Ladd McConkey was also a factor, amassing six catches on nine targets for 74 yards.
• Omarion Hampton's debut resulted in 15 carries for 48 yards and two receptions for 13 yards. While he only averaged 3.2 yards per carry, Hampton displayed strong running abilities, which included a rush for 11 yards.
• There were questions regarding how the offensive line would perform without left tackle Rashawn Slater, but they were stout up front. Joe Alt made a smooth transition from right tackle to left tackle. The interior part of the offensive line held its own, even when right guard Mekhi Becton was sidelined for parts of the game.
• The Chargers' defense held the Chiefs to zero third-down conversions on seven attempts in the first half.
• While they had their moments of brilliance, Los Angeles also gave up some big plays throughout the game.
• Hassan Haskins returned all three of the Chargers' kick returns, which is something that should be addressed, as he only 22.3 yards per return.
• Cameron Dicker was perfect on both of his field goal attempts.

This article originally appeared on Chargers Wire: Takeaways, analysis from the Chargers' 27-21 win over the Chiefs