The Los Angeles Chargers faced a challenging start in their Thursday Night Football matchup against the Denver Broncos, conceding a touchdown on their first defensive drive. The situation worsened for the Chargers as defensive back Marcus Maye suffered an ankle injury, raising concerns about his potential return.

Maye's absence is particularly impactful given the Chargers' existing injury woes in the secondary, with Alohi Gilman and Elijah Molden already sidelined. This has forced the team to adapt their defensive strategy, allowing star Derwin James to play in the slot more frequently.