Chargers Defense leading NFL – Allowing just 6.5 points through 2 games

The Los Angeles Chargers has made significant strides in defense under new coach Jim Harbaugh and defensive coordinator Jesse Minter, leading the NFL in scoring defense, allowing just 6.5 points per game through two weeks. This is a remarkable turnaround from last season, when they allowed 31.5 points per game. The Chargers are effectively utilizing shorter passing routes and two-back formations to maximize their offensive efficiency, adapting to the inexperience in their receiving corps after the departures of key players. Quarterback Justin Herbert is thriving in this new structure, demonstrating improved performance against Cover 3 defenses, a strategy likely employed by Pittsburgh. With a strong running game led by J.K. Dobbins, who leads the league in rushing yards, Los Angeles is poised for success as they aim to improve to 3-0 for the first time since 2002.

#Chargers Joey Bosa has a 92.6 run defense grade through week 2, the highest among all DL/EDGE players w/ 20+ snaps per PFF.

Bosa also has the 3rd highest overall defensive grade among all DL/EDGE players with a 91.0 grade. pic.twitter.com/gSvAaHgQYp

— Dan W. (@DanWSports) September 16, 2024