Jim Harbaugh's tenure with the Los Angeles Chargers has emphasized toughness, yet the team struggles to secure wins in close games, suffering a 19-17 defeat to the Kansas City Chiefs. This marked their 10th consecutive loss by three points or fewer, tying for the fourth-longest streak in NFL history.
Despite some offensive improvements, the Chargers' inability to finish games remains a concern, as highlighted by safety Derwin James Jr. and Elijah Molden. The defense performed well against Patrick Mahomes but faltered on crucial third downs.
With injuries affecting key players, the Chargers face a challenging schedule ahead, needing to transform their near-misses into victories to secure a playoff spot.