It was a five-yard gain on 2nd-and-5 that was just good enough to move the chains midway through the third quarter with the Chargers up 28-6.
Ninety minutes later, it was a play the media asked anyone and everyone about in the locker room.
The players were equally eager to talk about it.
After all, it was certainly noticeable to see Philip Rivers block the edge on a third down end-around, getting enough of Jamie Collins to free Keenan Allen for a first down.
While it may not have been the prettiest, it was effective. Most of all, it showed the kind of fiery passion and dedication the quarterback has as he’s willing to do whatever it takes to get the W.
“You see me using him on the lead block?!” Keenan Allen asked. “He’s a savage! The more you can do, man. That’s what it’s about in this league.”
Rivers wouldn’t go so far as to call it savage.
He was just trying to get enough of Collins, who didn’t make it any easier on him.
“I wanted him to just pick a side!” Rivers said. “He kept going in and out on me. I’m not very comfortable out there, but I was able to stay in front and not get a holding (penalty). That’s positive.”
“He’s always competing,” said Head Coach Anthony Lynn. “And that’s what we do. We always compete. He helped us get a first down right there, and that was a critical first down.”
Then the head coach gave the wry answer you’d expect after watching your future Hall of Fame quarterback mix it up with a physical linebacker.
“But I don’t want to see him do that too many times.”
At the same time, those in the locker room were quick to point out how appreciative they were to see Rivers willing to block on the edge like that.
“(That) lets me know he loves the game,” said Melvin Gordon. “He’s an unselfish player. Phil is a high energy guy that is going to do whatever it takes to win. On every snap and every down, he shows that.”
“That’s Phil,” added Tyrell Williams. “He’s competitive, and he’s going to stick his nose in there if he gets an opportunity. I’m not surprised at all.”
Take a look through the top game action photos as the Bolts come out victorious on the road.
Rayshawn Jenkins celebrates a tackle after kickoff during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Rayshawn Jenkins sacks Browns QB Baker Mayfield during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Melvin Gordon leaps over defenders to score the first touchdown of the game during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Melvin Gordon runs to the end zone for the first touchdown of the game during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Melvin Gordon reaches over the goal line to score the first touchdown of the game during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Melvin Gordon celebrates his touchdown during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Philip Rivers celebrates from the sidelines as the Bolts lead the Browns 7-0 in the first quarter during the Week 6 matchup.
Damion Square sacks Browns QB Baker Mayfield during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Justin Jones and Damion Square celebrate Square's sack during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Damion Square celebrates his back-to-back sacks of Browns QB Baker Mayfield during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Trevor Williams leaps in an attempt to swat the ball away during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Rayshawn Jenkins makes a tackle during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Melvin Ingram hits Browns QB Baker Mayfield during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Melvin Gordon runs the ball downfield during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Isaac Rochell celebrates sacking Browns QB Baker Mayfield during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Tyrell Williams catches a 45-yard pass from Philip Rivers during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Tyrell Williams celebrates his catch from Philip Rivers during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Tyrell Williams catches the second touchdown of the game during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
The Bolts celebrate Tyrell Williams' touchdown during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Keenan Allen celebrates Tyrell Williams on the sideline during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Tyrell Williams leaps to catch a pass from Philip Rivers for his second touchdown of the game during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Keenan Allen and Tyrell Williams celebrates Williams' second TD of the day during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Desmond King returns the ball during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Keenan Allen celebrates a catch during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Melvin Gordon runs in his second touchdown of the game during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Melvin Gordon and Keenan Allen dance to celebrate Gordon's second touchdown of the game during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
The Bolts pose for a picture after Desmond King's interception during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Keenan Allen runs downfield after catching a pass from Philip Rivers during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Austin Ekeler speeds downfield during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Austin Ekeler runs downfield during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Melvin Gordon runs in his third touchdown of the day during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Melvin Gordon scores his third touchdown of the game during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Mike Williams and Melvin Gordon celebrate Gordon's third touchdown of the day during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Austin Ekeler runs downfield during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Melvin Gordon runs downfield during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Melvin Gordon leaps over defenders during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Teammates celebrate Desmond King's second interception during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Desmond King celebrates with teammates on the field after his second interception of the day during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Michael Badgley kicks in his NFL debut during the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Jahleel Addae celebrates the Bolts' 38-14 victory over the Browns.
Philip Rivers shakes hands with Browns' Defensive Coordinator Gregg Williams after the Chargers' 38-14 victory over the Browns.
Wisconsin alumni Derek Watt, Kevin Zeitler and Melvin Gordon pose for a picture after the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
Christian Kirksey and Desmond King pose for a picture on the field after the Week 6 matchup against the Browns.
