
The Los Angeles Chargers are aiming to regroup in Week 2 against the Raiders following a disappointing 26-14 defeat to the Arizona Cardinals in their season opener on September 13. First-year offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel described his unit's execution in the debut as shocking and conceded that the performance fell well short of expectations, leaving head coach Jim Harbaugh's squad in need of an immediate rebound.
Quarterback Justin Herbert faces further offensive complications heading into the matchup, as wide receiver Ladd McConkey sat out two consecutive practices due to a rib issue. Meanwhile, the Raiders defense enters the game fresh off a dominant showing in which Kwity Paye and the front line consistently brought down the quarterback against the Dolphins.
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