""One thing you can expect from an Andy Reid-coached team is that they'll be ready," Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh said, adding he is anticipating some "un-scouted looks" from the Chiefs, considering it's an opener and Kansas City wasn't going to put anything on tape in the preseason that might help an opponent."
"The Chargers open the season with three consecutive divisional matchups, something that hasn't happened for them since 1988. "This is huge," Harbaugh said. "You want to start your season off on the right foot.""
"How the Chargers can win: Keep Herbert upright, as the Chiefs will look to exploit the reshuffled offensive line. Establishing the run is mandatory to keeping Kansas City's defense honest. On defense, the Chargers need to contain Mahomes and not allow him to run around and turn unscripted plays into big gains."
Chargers and Chiefs open the NFL season in Brazil, the second regular-season game in the Southern Hemisphere, each seeking to rebound from disappointing finishes. The Chargers are eight months removed from a flat first-round playoff loss to the Texans. The Chiefs reached the Super Bowl but suffered a lopsided defeat to the Eagles. The Chiefs have won seven straight over the Chargers, last losing in 2021 when Justin Herbert threw four touchdown passes and Los Angeles intercepted Patrick Mahomes twice. Jim Harbaugh expects a prepared Kansas City and possible un-scouted looks. Keys include protecting Herbert, establishing the run, and attacking the Chargers' interior.
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