Chargers face the Raiders at SoFi, with Raider Nation set to flood the stands again

The Los Angeles Chargers will host the Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium on Sunday, with the Raiders eager to avenge their recent 27-13 victory over Miami. The Chargers, who have lost their past two games, including a surprising 26-14 defeat to Arizona last week, are determined to rebound. Coach Jim Harbaugh emphasized the importance of focusing on the present and excelling in their home environment, noting that the Raiders' dominance in the AFC West has been bolstered by the presence of Raider Nation at SoFi Stadium, even though their attendance may not be as significant as in previous years.

The Raiders, who boast a strong pass rush and have made the playoffs five times in the last eight seasons, will aim to build on their opening win against Miami. Their star defensive end, Maxx Crosby, has recorded eight career sacks of Raiders' starting quarterback Justin Herbert. The Chargers' offensive line, already struggling, will be tested further with key player Ladd McConkey listed as day-to-day with a rib injury.