The Los Angeles Chargers responded with authority after their most recent setback and achieved a convincing victory of 37-10 over the Minnesota Vikingsjust four days after a humiliating defeat that had put their momentum in the season in doubt.
With this victory, the Chargers (5-3) They broke a negative streak of three losses in four games and got back into the fight for the leadership of the Western Division of the American Conference (AFC).
Justin Herbert led the Chargers
The marshal Justin Herbert was the figure of the night when pitching for 227 yards and three touchdown passesin addition to running for 62 yards. His leadership and precision restored confidence in the team led by Jim Harbaughwho had not won since Week 6 against Miami.
“It was a great victory for us, an opportunity to correct mistakes,” Herbert said after the game.
The quarterback was solid in each offensive series, leading the Chargers to their first game with more than 30 points scored in the season and avoiding punts throughout the match.
The Los Angeles attack looked unstoppable. Ladd McConkey shined with a touchdown reception 27 yards at the close of the first half that extended the lead 21-3.
Keenan Allen reached a historic milestone by becoming the second player in Chargers history -next to Anthony Gates— in overcoming the 11,000 receiving yards.
“If we don’t sabotage ourselves, we’re a tough team to beat,” McConkey said, reflecting the new mood in the locker room.
The Chargers’ defense was also key, limiting the Vikings (3-4) just 12 first and ten and 21 minutes of possession. Furthermore, the defensive line constantly pressured Carson Wentzwho was captured five times and ended with 144 yards, one touchdown and one interception.
This is the panorama in the AFC
With the victory, the Chargers they remain in direct fight in the AFC Westwhile the Vikings they chain their second consecutive defeat and begin to fall behind NFC North.
Next week, Los Angeles will look to maintain the momentum and confirm that this aggressive and balanced version can solidify them as serious contenders in the conference.
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