{
  "id": 20091374,
  "title": "Mina Kimes Explains Why Chargers Likely Won’t Beat Ravens for First Win",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/mina-kimes-explains-why-chargers-likely-wont-beat-ravens-for-first-win",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-15T01:08:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/mina-kimes-explains-why-chargers-likely-wont-beat-ravens-first-win-12716786"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a Week 10 matchup on Monday Night Football, the Los Angeles Chargers, the only winless team in the NFL this season, face off against the Baltimore Ravens. With starting quarterback Lamar Jackson and backup Tyler Huntley sidelined by injuries, the Ravens have turned to rookie Joe Fagnano and recently acquired Jacoby Brissett from the Arizona Cardinals. ESPN's Mina Kimes believes the Chargers might finally secure their first win of the season over the Ravens, but acknowledges the challenges ahead. While the Ravens' defense has been criticized, Kimes argues that Los Angeles' defense isn't as poor as often reported, ranking 19th in EPA per play, whereas the Ravens rank 18th. The trade for Brissett could benefit the Ravens' star wide receiver Zay Flowers, who has struggled without Lamar Jackson, catching only three passes for six yards in the last two games. However, Kimes suggests that both defenses are on a similar level, making the matchup potentially close. Despite this, she believes it's unlikely the Chargers will pull off their first win of the season, potentially leaving them with a 0-9 record.",
  "summary": "Mina Kimes spoke with Newsweek about why Jacoby Brissett's addition on the Ravens will help them beat the winless Chargers.",
  "key_points": [
    "Los Angeles Chargers face Baltimore Ravens in Week 10 Monday Night Football.",
    "Ravens rely on rookie Joe Fagnano and Jacoby Brissett after injuries.",
    "Both defenses rank similarly, making matchup potentially close."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Ravens' reliance on backup quarterbacks threatens their offensive stability, yet the Chargers' defensive struggles likely prevent them from capitalizing on Baltimore's depleted roster to secure their first victory.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}