The Los Angeles Chargers punched their ticket to the next NFL playoffs on Saturday.
To do this, the Californian team won an impressive 40-7 victory against the New England Patriots. She is now guaranteed to be part of the teams drafted within the American Association.
The Chargers (10-6) will therefore return to the playoffs, after having missed them last year. This will also be their second playoff appearance in six seasons.
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Against the ‘Pats, Justin Herbert threw three touchdown passes, including two to freshman wide receiver Ladd McConkey. The Chargers quarterback also saw his match end prematurely, in order to avoid an injury.
The Patriots (3-13) were treated to a nice scare during the first moments of this match. Rookie quarterback Drake Maye was forced off the field after taking a helmet-to-helmet hit. Fortunately, he did not suffer a concussion and was able to return to the game. The pivot concluded his duel with 12 successful passes in 22 attempts for 117 yards and a touchdown.
Later today, the Denver Broncos could obtain the last place giving access to the American playoffs. They will have to defeat the Bengals in Cincinnati.
The Arizona Cardinals and Los Angeles Rams will also be in action later in the evening.
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