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Broncos lead Chargers 10-3 at halftime

The Denver Broncos jumped out to a 10-3 halftime lead over the Los Angeles Chargers in a game where Sean Payton’s return to offensive coordinator duties has yet to spark a dramatic turnaround. The Broncos’ defense set the tone early when safety Talanoa Hufanga forced a fumble on Chargers tight end Charlie Kolar, leading to a Denver touchdown by running back J.K.

Dobbins. The two teams exchanged field goals afterward, but the Broncos’ stifling offense—led by quarterback Bo Nix’s 10-of-16 passing for 82 yards—kept the Chargers’ ground game in check, with Dobbins gaining just 24 yards on 10 carries.

Despite the early lead, Denver’s struggles on third down (1-of-7) and Los Angeles’ limited offensive output (74 total yards, 1-of-6 on third down) suggest neither team has found a rhythm beyond halftime. Head coach Jim Harbaugh has so far avoided major coaching changes, leaving the Chargers’ offense in a similar rut as the Broncos’ defense holds firm.

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