Chargers’ ‘Thursday Night Football’ Game Was So Disastrous That It’s Legendary
Did you see “Thursday Night Football” last night (Dec. 14)? The Los Angeles Chargers headed to Las Vegas to take on the Raiders, and wow. What a hot mess. This game was so disastrous that it’s almost guaranteed to be legendary in the NFL history books. Every time the Chargers got the ball, they turned it over instantly. Going into halftime, the score was 42-0. The final score was 63 to 21. The Chargers gave up a franchise-worst 63 points in this embarrassing loss to Raiders.
‘Thursday Night Football’ Hot Mess
All teams have bad games. I’m a Detroit Lions fan, so you know I’ve seen some of the worst games ever played in the NFL. So, I’m not saying the Chargers are a bad team at all. I mean, they’re working without their star quarterback, Justin Herbert. That hurts. But, something is very, very wrong in Chargers-land.
Now, in today’s most unsurprising news, Chargers head coach Brandon Staley is officially out. Staley isn’t a bad coach, but this little relationship obviously wasn’t working. The Chargers are looking for a new head coach, and Detroit Lions OC Ben Johnson is one of the hottest names out there right now. According to Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports, Johnson is “the hottest coaching candidate this cycle.” Johnson, Jones adds, “could wind up getting multiple offers a year after deciding to return to Detroit as a sought-after coach.”
According to Jason La Canfora of The Washington Post, the Carolina Panthers are expected to aggressively go after Johnson. Good luck with that mess of a team. I don’t know who would want to take on that challenge. Maybe Jim Harbaugh? In any case, according to La Canfora, owner David Tepper has an “unflinching and unwavering fixation” with Johnson. Sounds a bit stalkerish to me. But, that’s probably not where Johnson would end up. According to La Canfora, the Chargers is where Johnson “will most want to be.”
5 Best Personalities in the NFL Right Now
Patrick Mahomes
Patrick Mahomes, of course, is the star quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs. He’s considered the best quarterback of his era and possibly the next Tom Brady. But, aside from his skills, he also has a big personality. He has more than 6 million Instagram followers, and he posts a bunch of stuff up there, from football material to family photos.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JANUARY 07: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs runs off the field after the first half against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on January 07, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images)
Travis Kelce
Travis Kelce, the celebrated tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, is pretty much the most famous guy in football this season. Yes, it’s because of his relationship with Taylor Swift. I hate to make that a reason to have him named one of the best personalities in the NFL, but heck, even without the Taylor factor, Kelce has a huge personality that people love.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – OCTOBER 01: Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs looks on prior to the game New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on October 01, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)
Dan Campbell
All eyes are on Dan Campbell this season, as the Lions all pulling off some incredible things. That’s not common for the Detroit Lions, either. But, Campbell has some of the wackiest ideas and quotes, and that makes him loveable. Remember that time he wanted a pet Lion at practices? I love this dude.
DETROIT, MICHIGAN – DECEMBER 11: Head coach Dan Campbell of the Detroit Lions during a game against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field on December 11, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
Bill Belichick
Bill Belichick needs no introduction, but we’ll introduce him anyway. He’s the head coach and general manager of the New England Patriots. He’s had some rough years as of late, but nothing can take away his glimmering record. Belichick just tells it like it is. He’s incredible with strategies, and that really stands out with his coaching.
GLENDALE, AZ – FEBRUARY 01: Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots stands on the field during the pregame warm up prior to playing in Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium on February 1, 2015 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Jalen Hurts
Jalen Hurts, the star quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, is something of a hero on the field. But, off the field, he’s known for his deep, insightful comments that show he has wisdom beyond his years. He’s a major contender and personality.
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 12: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up before playing against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium on February 12, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
