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Justin Herbert sacked eight times as Chargers lose to Texans, fall to 0-8

The Los Angeles Chargers extended their winless streak to eight games after falling to the Houston Texans 44-22 on Sunday. Quarterback Justin Herbert was sacked eight times during the contest, while the Texans' defense applied relentless pressure throughout the game.

Houston quarterback C.J. Stroud led the victory with a five-touchdown performance, completing 21 of 35 passes for 384 yards and one interception. Stroud connected on two season-best 63-yard touchdown passes to Tank Dell and Kayshon Boutte, helping the Texans dominate the winless Chargers at SoFi Stadium.

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