Silver Minings: AFC West Recap-Chargers stay on top of the divison

The Las Vegas Raiders are in a three-way tie for last place after Sunday’s action. The Los Angeles Chargers are in full control, starting 3-0 in the AFC West after beating the Broncos at home.

Broncos @ Chargers

Game Result: 23-20 Chargers

Key Stats:

• QB Bo Nix: 14/25, 153 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT, 8 rushes, 33 rushing yards.
• RB J.K. Dobbins: 11 rushes, 83 yards, 1 TD.
• WR Courtland Sutton: 6 catches, 118 yards, 1 TD.
• EDGE Nik Bonito: 4 total tackles, 2 sacks.
• QB Justin Herbert: 28/47, 300 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT,
• RB J.K. Dobbins: 19 rushes, 71 yards, 1 TD, 6 catches, 59 yards.
• WR Quentin Johnson: 6 catches, 89 yards, 1 TD.
• S Derwin James: 12 total tackles, 1 sack.

The Los Angeles Chargers had their third divisional win a row beating the Denvo Broncos 23-20. The Broncos controlled the game for most of the matchup, piling up five sacks, keeping Pressure on Herbert. Herbert had his first turnover of the year, but missed opportunities from Bo Nix kept the Chargers in the game. The former Oregon Duck was able to lead a comeback late in the game with a terrific throw to Keenan Allen, then another drive that led to a game-winning field goal as time expired.

Chiefs @ Giants

Game Result: 22-9 Chiefs Win

Key Stats:

• QB Patrick Mahomes: 22/37, 224 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT.
• RB Isaiah Pacheco: 10 rushes, 45 yards, 1 TD
• WR Tyquan Thornton: 5 catches, 71 yards, 1 TD
• George Karkaftis: 10 total tackles, 1 sack, 3 TFLs
• CB Jaylon Watson: 7 total tackles, 1 PD

The Kansas City Chiefs landed their first win of the year on Sunday Night, beating the New York Giants 22-9. While the Chiefs started slow in the first half, Patrick Mahomes has a new connection with Tyquan Thornton. Thornton had two big plays in the second half and scored his second touchdown of the season. George Karlaftis had his best performance so far this season with consistent pressure on Russell Wilson, helping the Chiefs secure the victory.

In other Raiders links:

• Tape Don’t Lie instant reaction Week 3: TDL Crew reacts to the loss vs the Washington Commanders from Week 3.
• Raiders report card Week 3: Las Vegas Review-Journal has the report card on the Raiders after their blowout loss in Week 3.
• Tre Tucker has a career day: Raiders.com covers the career day of Tre Tucker, who finished with three touchdowns on Sunday.