Chargers lose vs Chiefs: Quick analysis and takeaways from Week 14

Here's where the Chargers stand after Week 14.

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The Los Angeles Chargers moved to 8-5 on the 2024 season after a close battle with the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chargers lost on a last-second field goal that hit the left upright and banked inwards, giving the Chiefs a 19-17 win. The Chargers have now lost seven straight games to the Chiefs.

Quick Takeaways:

Johnston's redemption: The Chargers were shorthanded with star rookie Ladd McConkey out, needing players to step up. Johnston, who had a nightmare game two weeks ago, came through big for the Chargers. The former first-rounder ended the night with five catches for 48 yards and one touchdown.

Palmer steps up: Continuing on the note that playmakers needed to make an impact with McConkey out, Palmer filled in perfectly. He led the Chargers with six catches for 78 yards.

Top Stat

106: The amount of return yards Derius Davis had on four attempts. His longest of the night was a 37 yard run back.

Player of the Game

Daiyan Henley: Taking control of the green dot, Henley was all over the field against the Chiefs. He led the team with nine tackles, adding in one pass defended. Henley was active and flying to the ball at every chance.

What's Next

The Chargers head back home next week to take on the Buccaneers, the current leaders of the NFC South. It'll be the first of two home games in 11 days, as they have a quick turnaround on Thursday night against the rival Broncos.

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