Los Angeles Chargers Week 4 Recap: Analytics, Injuries, Betting & Fantasy

Full team dashboard: Los Angeles Chargers

Game result: Los Angeles Chargers suffered their first loss, 18–21 to the NY Giants. Rookie QB Jaxson Dart led the Giants to an upset victory in his first start.

Analytics: The Chargers offense managed 298 yards but failed in critical moments. Justin Herbert was under siege all day, facing 20 QB pressures from the Giants’ pass rush (led by Abdul Carter’s 5 QB hits). Joe Alt’s potential injury at left tackle could be devastating long-term. LA converted just 4-of-13 third downs and couldn’t sustain drives. The defense held the Giants to 285 yards but couldn’t generate turnovers when needed.

Injuries: Left tackle Joe Alt left the game and may miss extended time – a massive blow to the offensive line. Justin Herbert dealt with constant pressure but finished the game. The Chargers’ injury situation at OL is becoming critical.

Betting: Los Angeles was a 5.5-point favorite but lost outright, falling to 3-1 ATS. The under (44.5) hit as both offenses struggled.

Fantasy: Justin Herbert threw for 245 yards but no TDs under constant pressure (QB2). Austin Ekeler had 68 yards but no TDs (RB2). Quentin Johnston remains inconsistent (68 yards, WR3). Gerald Everett had a quiet game (TE2). The Chargers’ fantasy value takes a hit without Joe Alt.