AFC West Preview: How the Raiders Match Up with the Chargers

Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/SILVER The AFC West remains one of the toughest divisions in football, and today we're turning our attention to one of the most fascinating teams in the league: the Los Angeles Chargers. In Part 2 of our AFC West Preview Series, Cody Alexander of MatchQuarters.com joins Jesse Merrick to break down how the Raiders match up against the Chargers heading into the 2026 season. We dive into: 🏴‍☠️ What Mike McDaniel's arrival means for Justin Herbert 🏴‍☠️ Why the Chargers offense could look completely different this year 🏴‍☠️ How Omarion Hampton, Ladd McConkey and the rest of the supporting cast fit into the scheme 🏴‍☠️ Where the Chargers invested heavily in the offensive line 🏴‍☠️ How the Raiders can slow down this rushing attack 🏴‍☠️ What to expect from the Chargers defense under Chris O'Leary 🏴‍☠️ How Derwin James remains the centerpiece of the defense 🏴‍☠️ The biggest matchup advantages for both teams 🏴‍☠️ Where the Raiders can attack the Chargers The Chargers won 11 games last season, but they've also made major changes this offseason. So are they better, worse, or simply different? Cody and Jesse break down the schemes, personnel, and matchups that will define the Raiders vs. Chargers matchups in 2026. 👇 Question of the Day: How do you think the Raiders match up against the Chargers right now? What concerns you most, and where do you think the Raiders have the advantage? Silver & Black Sports Network 📰 FREE Raiders Newsletter https://SilverAndBlackSportsNetwork.com 📲 Follow SBSN: X: / jessesbsn Instagram: / silverandblacksportsnetwork TikTok: / silverandblacksportsnet Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... #Raiders #RaiderNation #Chargers #JustinHerbert #MikeMcDaniel #AFCWest #NFL #CodyAlexander #LasVegasRaiders #SilverAndBlackSportsNetwork