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 He threw for 31 touchdowns in 2020, the most ever by a rookie.[([[https://www.statmuse.com/nfl/ask/most-passing-touchdowns-in-a-rookie-season|statmuse]])] He threw for 31 touchdowns in 2020, the most ever by a rookie.[([[https://www.statmuse.com/nfl/ask/most-passing-touchdowns-in-a-rookie-season|statmuse]])]
 +
 +===== Chargers vs. Raiders =====
 +
 +One of the fiercest rivalries in the NFL, dating back to their AFL days.[([[https://www.reddit.com/r/NFLNoobs/comments/1fk4c9y/what_are_the_biggestfiercest_rivalries_in_the_nfl/|reddit]])]
 +
 +===== Chargers vs. Broncos =====
 +
 +The matchups often feature high-scoring games and playoff implications.[([[https://www.latimes.com/sports/chargers/story/2024-12-16/chargers-broncos-afc-west-matchup-decide-playoff-matchups|latimes]])]
 +
 +===== Chargers vs. Chiefs =====
 +
 +The rivalry has intensified in recent years with both teams competing for AFC West dominance.[([[https://www.marca.com/en/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/2024/12/30/6772b589268e3e0e6e8b45a1.html|marca]])]
 +
 +===== Battle of LA? =====
 +
 +While the Rams and Chargers both play in LA, they haven’t yet developed a major rivalry.[([[https://www.espn.com/blog/los-angeles-rams/post/_/id/34364/rams-chargers-both-have-their-work-cut-out-for-them-in-l-a|espn]])]
 +
 +===== Famous "Holy Roller" Game =====
 +
 +A controversial 1978 game against the Raiders where a fumble led to a last-second Raiders win.[([[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGffYc5eXnA|youtube]])]
 +
 +===== First Team to Wear Names on Jerseys =====
 +
 +The Chargers introduced player names on the back of jerseys in 1960.[([[http://nfluniforms.blogspot.com/2012/02/mythbusters-i-1960-afl-names-on-jerseys.html|nfluniforms]])]
 +
 +===== Scored the Most Points in a Playoff Loss =====
 +
 +In the 1981 AFC Championship game ("The Epic in Miami"), the Chargers lost 41-38 to the Dolphins in overtime.[([[https://www.miamidolphins.com/news/fins-flashback-revenge-for-the-epic-in-miami|miamidolphins]])]
 +
 +===== Longest Field Goal in Team History =====
 +
 +Nate Kaeding hit a 57-yard field goal, a franchise record.[([[https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/the_longest_field_goal_in_every_nfl_teams_history/s1__41262693|yardbarker]])]
 +
 +===== Most Sacks in a Game =====
 +
 +The Chargers once sacked an opposing quarterback 11 times in a single game.[([[https://www.latimes.com/sports/newsletter/2025-01-12/chargers-nfl-playoffs-sports-report|latimes]])]
 +
 +===== Only Team to Miss Playoffs Despite No. 1 Offense & Defense =====
 +
 +In 2010, the Chargers had the top-ranked offense and defense but missed the playoffs due to poor special teams.[([[https://www.instagram.com/barstoolsports/reel/DDnQKIsySyT/|instagram]])]
 +
 +===== Powder Blue Jerseys are Fan Favorites =====
 +
 +The Chargers’ alternate powder blue uniforms are considered one of the best in the NFL.[([[https://www.chargers.com/news/iconic-powder-blue-to-serve-as-chargers-primary-jersey-in-2019|chargers]])]
 +
 +===== First AFL Team to Wear Colored Facemasks =====
 +
 +The Chargers were the first AFL team to introduce colored facemasks in the 1960s.[([[https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/19100328/uni-watch-friday-flashback-how-chargers-started-colored-face-mask-revolution|espn]])]
 +
 +===== "Bolt Up" Slogan =====
 +
 +The Chargers' fan rallying cry is "Bolt Up!"[([[https://www.profootballnetwork.com/what-is-bolts-up-examining-the-chargers-chant-lightning-bolt-gesture/|profootballnetwork]])]
 +
 +===== Future Looks Bright =====
 +
 +With young stars like Justin Herbert and a revamped roster, the Chargers are poised for success in the coming years.[([[https://www.nfl.com/news/the-first-read-five-players-who-will-thrive-in-2024-nfl-season-thanks-to-offseason-movement|nfl]])]
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