3 storylines to watch as Chargers’ winless season stretches into Week 9 vs. Texans

Bolt Beat outlines three major storylines for the winless Los Angeles Chargers as they face the Houston Texans in Week 9. The preview highlights the offensive tackle matchup, questioning whether Joe Alt and rookie Travis Burke can contain Houston pass rushers Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson. With Rashawn Slater still sidelined by a high-ankle sprain, Burke will continue starting on the right side of the line against the Texans defense.

Additionally, the article examines the distribution of touches among running backs Omarion Hampton, Kimani Vidal, and Keaton Mitchell. Bolt Beat notes that head coach Jim Harbaugh indicated a potential re-evaluation of backfield duties to increase Hampton's workload. Finally, the piece questions whether another disappointing loss could push general manager Joe Hortiz to alter his approach ahead of the November 10 trade deadline.