Chargers Eliminate Chiefs from Playoff Contention with 16-13 Victory

The Los Angeles Chargers eliminated the Kansas City Chiefs from playoff contention with a 16-13 victory at Arrowhead Stadium. The Chiefs' quarterback Patrick Mahomes left the game in the final two minutes with what was later confirmed as a torn ACL in his left knee after being tackled by Chargers defensive lineman Da'Shawn Hand.

Backup quarterback Gardner Minshew entered but threw an interception to Derwin James, sealing the win for the Chargers. Justin Herbert, despite playing with a broken left hand, threw for 210 yards and a touchdown, helping the Chargers improve to 10-4.

The victory marked the end of the Chiefs' playoff streak, as they will miss the postseason for the first time since 2014. The Chiefs had a strong start, leading 13-3 at halftime before the Chargers rallied back.

This game highlighted the resilience of the Chargers, who are now in position for a potential playoff berth, while the Chiefs face a challenging conclusion to their season, struggling with injuries throughout the game, including to key players like Tyquan Thornton and Jaylon Moore.

The Chargers are looking ahead to their next game against the Dallas Cowboys, while Kansas City must regroup after this significant loss.