Chargers Beat Raiders 31-14 Despite Herbert Injury

Inglewood, California – Quarterback Justin Herbert threw two touchdown passes while battling an injury to his left hand, leading the Los Angeles Chargers to a 31-14 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday at SoFi Stadium.

Herbert sustained the injury early in the first quarter during a one-yard scramble near the goal line, when Raiders safety Jeremy Chinn tackled him to the ground and his hand struck the turf. Despite the pain, Herbert remained on the field long enough to complete a 10-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Quentin Johnston, giving the Chargers a 7-0 lead on their opening drive. He then left for the locker room, where he was evaluated and listed as questionable to return. Backup quarterback Trey Lance took over, guiding the offense downfield on the next possession before Herbert re-emerged with a protective glove and brace on his hand.

Returning with 11:56 left in the second quarter, Herbert completed his first two passes after the break, moving the Chargers to the Raiders' two-yard line. However, on third-and-goal, he threw an interception intended for Ladd McConkey, which was picked off by Raiders cornerback Kyu-Blu Kelly at the goal line. Herbert finished...