Chargers melt down the Steelers 25-10

Here’s a full recap of the Los Angeles Chargers’ dominant 25-10 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday Night Football (Week 10, 2025) — including the box score and key stats.

Game Recap

The Chargers, playing at home in Inglewood, CA, enforced their will on both sides of the ball to earn a third straight win (moving to 7-3) while pushing Pittsburgh down to 5-4.

Early momentum shift:

• The Steelers struck first with a 59-yard field goal by Chris Boswell to go up 3-0.
• On the Chargers’ next drive, veteran Khalil Mack tackled Aaron Rodgers in the end zone for a safety, cutting the lead to 3-2 and injecting momentum into L.A.’s side.
• Late in the 2nd quarter, Chargers rookie safety RJ Mickens picked off Rodgers, setting up a 15-yard TD pass from Justin Herbert to Ladd McConkey. The score became 12-3 at halftime in favor of the Chargers.

Third quarter:

• The Chargers extended the lead via a 59-yard field goal from Cameron Dicker to go up 15-3.

Fourth quarter – seal the deal:

• Early in the 4th quarter, Pittsburgh reached the red zone (inside the 10) but the Chargers’ defense forced a turnover on downs. On the very next possession, L.A. struck on a 58-yard Herbert-to-McConkey connection, followed by a 2-yard TD run by Kimani Vidal, pushing the score to 22-3.
• Dicker added a 42-yard field goal to make it 25-3. Late in the game, Rodgers connected on a 27-yard TD pass to Roman Wilson, but it proved merely cosmetic. Final: 25-10.

Narrative summary:
The Chargers’ defense dominated: they held Pittsburgh to just ~221 total yards and forced two interceptions plus a safety! Rodgers looked off, finishing with one TD but two picks, and the Steelers converted only 2 of 11 third-down attempts.
Offensively, the Chargers did enough: Herbert threw for 220 yards and a TD, Vidal ran for 95 yards and a TD, and McConkey had four catches for 107 yards and a score. Meanwhile, wide receiver Keenan Allen made franchise history by surpassing Antonio Gates for the most receptions in Chargers history.

Box Score & Key Stats

Final Score: Chargers 25, Steelers 10

Team Totals:

• Pittsburgh: 221 total yards (148 pass + 73 rush)
• Los Angeles: 314 total yards (199 pass + 115 rush)

Passing:

• Steelers: Aaron Rodgers – 16/31, 161 yds, 1 TD, 2 INT, 3 sacks for –13 yards.
• Chargers: Justin Herbert – 20/33, 220 yds, 1 TD, 0 INT, 5 sacks for –21 yards.

Rushing:

• Steelers: Jaylen Warren – 14 carries, 70 yards.
• Chargers: Kimani Vidal – 25 carries, 95 yards, 1 TD. Herbert added 5 carries, 19 yards.

Receiving (top performers):

• Steelers: Roman Wilson – 2 receptions, 35 yards, 1 TD. D.K. Metcalf – 3 receptions, 35 yards.
• Chargers: Ladd McConkey – 4 receptions, 107 yards, 1 TD. Quentin Johnston – 5 receptions, 42 yards. Allen – 2 receptions, 19 yards (record‐breaker).

Turning Points & Misc:

• Safety by Mack early changed momentum.
• Pick by RJ Mickens set up the Chargers’ first TD.
• The Steelers struggled mightily on third down and mostly lacked offensive rhythm until the final drive.

Why This Win Matters

• For the Chargers: A statement win in primetime, showing that despite injuries (especially up front) they can lean on defense, the run game, and big plays. The victory moves them into serious contention in the AFC West.
• For the Steelers: A harsh reminder that their offense is inconsistent; Rodgers didn’t have his vintage performance, and the team’s third-down woes persist. They’ll need to improve quickly to stay in playoff contention.