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Chargers-Rams Game Preview: Matthew Stafford leads No. 1 offense despite losing record

The Rams were lauded as a “superteam” entering the regular season after trading for 2025 Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett. That idea was only made stronger following Aaron Donald’s exit from retirement to join his former team with…

By Michael Peterson · Bolts from the Blue

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 4:11 PM

Key Things to Know

Matthew Stafford leads the NFL's No. 1 ranked offense into Sunday's game despite the Rams holding a 3-4 record.
The Rams average 399.1 total yards per game, while the Chargers rank 26th offensively with 287.2 yards per game.
Stafford has thrown for 1,989 yards and 14 touchdowns alongside seven interceptions this season.

The Story in 60 Seconds

The Los Angeles Rams enter their Week 8 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers holding a 3-4 record despite boasting the NFL's top-ranked total offense. Quarterback Matthew Stafford has powered the unit with 1,989 passing yards and 14 touchdowns, complemented by 495 rushing yards from Kyren Williams and 485 receiving yards from Puka Nacua.

In contrast, the Chargers offense ranks 26th overall with 287.2 yards per game and 30th in scoring under quarterback Justin Herbert. Defensively, the Chargers are led by Khalil Mack's three sacks, while the Rams' defense features Byron Young with 4.5 sacks and Aaron Donald returning to anchor the unit.

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