The Los Angeles Chargers faced a disappointing end to their playoff run, suffering a 32-12 defeat against the Houston Texans in the wild-card round. After a promising start with a 6-0 lead, the Chargers were outmatched, being outscored 32-6 for the remainder of the game. A major factor in their defeat was their offensive struggles, particularly highlighted by a concerning statistic that noted they had the eighth-worst reception percentage in postseason history since 2000. This season, the Chargers recorded 33 dropped passes, ranking fifth in the league.

Wide receiver Quentin Johnston, who had a history of drops, contributed significantly with seven in the regular season. Quarterback Justin Herbert's performance also raised questions, with four interceptions during the game, leading to speculation about the trust between him and his receiving corps. These ongoing issues will necessitate serious evaluation as the Chargers look ahead to the offseason.