Chargers Face Bills: Can Herbert Spark a Turnaround?

The winless Los Angeles Chargers are preparing for a challenging Week 3 matchup against the undefeated Buffalo Bills. This marks the first time in head coach Jim Harbaugh's career, across both college and professional levels, that his team has started the season 0-2. The Chargers risk falling to 0-3 for the first time since 2017, a start that has historically resulted in the top overall draft pick.

The Bills have showcased a potent offense, scoring an average of 38.5 points per game. They secured victories against the Houston Texans (36-31) and the Detroit Lions (41-31). However, the Bills' defense has also surrendered 31 points in both contests, ranking among the league's highest.

The Chargers face additional adversity with significant injuries. Tight ends David Njoku and Charlie Kolar, both crucial offseason acquisitions, will be absent. Njoku is on injured reserve with a fibula injury, requiring at least a four-game absence, while Kolar is out with a forearm injury for the Buffalo game. Several other defensive and offensive line players are also listed as out.

The game is scheduled for Sunday at 10 a.m. PDT at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, N.Y. The Bills are favored by seven points, with one prediction suggesting a Bills victory with a score of 27-23.