The Chargers suffered a 17-15 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Monday night, with their offensive struggles becoming evident. With injuries plaguing their receiving corps, the team is missing key players like Quentin Johnston, D.J. Chark Jr., Derius Davis, and Keenan Allen, who is now with the Chicago Bears. Despite this, quarterback Justin Herbert spread the ball around to nine different receivers in an effort to move the ball down the field.
The Chargers’ inability to establish a consistent passing game has hindered their ability to score in the red zone. The ground game, once a hallmark of their offense, was stifled by the Cardinals’ defense, forcing the passing game to step up. However, missed opportunities, dropped passes, and deflections plagued the Chargers throughout the game.
With the recent trade of Davante Adams to the New York Jets, there is speculation that Mike Williams, a former Charger now with the Jets, could be available for trade. The Chargers, who are still in the hunt at 3-3, may consider bringing Williams back to address their offensive woes.
Moving forward, the team needs to find a way to capitalize on their opportunities in the red zone and make the passing game more effective. Establishing consistency will be key as they look to bounce back from their recent loss and keep their playoff hopes alive.
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