The Chargers are 3-2 after a 27-10 loss to the Commanders on Sunday.
Here's a game recap from Week 5.
Turning Point
The Chargers raced out to an early 10-0 lead and were looking for more as they were in Washington territory almost halfway through the second quarter.
But the tide quickly turned for the Bolts as Quentin Johnston lost a fumble on the edge of the red zone to give Washington possession.
The Commanders soon faced third and 16 but the Chargers defense couldn't get off the field.
Things only snowballed from there as the Bolts allowed a touchdown before the offense punted after a quick possession. JK Scott's punt was downed at the 7-yard line and it appeared the Bolts would get the ball back after a third-down stop.
But a personal foul on Marlowe Wax for roughing the kicker gave Washington new life as it soon tied the game on a field goal before halftime.
The Chargers then allowed the Commanders to score on opening-drive touchdown to start the third quarter before the Bolts offense was plagued by penalties on their ensuing drive.
The Chargers hit a 23-yard pass on second-and-19 ... but it was called back for holding.
The Bolts then hit a 31-yard pass on second-and-28 ... but it was called back for an illegal formation infraction.
Backed up at their own 5 and facing second-and-33, the Chargers soon punted, which led to another Commanders field goal as the Bolts gave up 20 unanswered points.
The Chargers missed a chance to get back into the game late in the third quarter when they went for it on fourth-and-2 at the Washington 39, but Justin Herbert's pass was dropped by Tyler Conklin.
Top Play
Teair Tart tried to provide a spark on the opening play of the fourth quarter.
The Bolts defensive tackle charged into the backfield and popped the ball loose on a run play before he pounced on the pigskin for a takeaway.
The Chargers marched down the field and faced first-and-goal at the 1 and were three feet away from being right back in the game.
But an incomplete pass was followed by a run for a loss of three yards before Herbert's pass was tipped and intercepted at the 1-yard line midway through the fourth quarter.
Key Stat
Keenan Allen reached 1,000 career receptions on Sunday, becoming the fastest player in NFL history to do so.
The Chargers wide receiver, who entered Sunday's game with 998 career catches, hit the milestone in the second quarter against the Commanders on a pass from Justin Herbert.
Allen hit the mark in his 159th career game, which surpassed Hall of Fame wide receiver Marvin Harrison's record of 167 games. Allen became the 16th player in NFL history to have at least 1,000 catches.
Scoring Summary
| Scoring Play | Score | |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Quarter | Chargers: (9:49) Ladd McConkey 2-yard touchdown catch from Justin Herbert | 7-0, Chargers |
| Chargers: (2:57) 55-yard field goal by Cameron Dicker | 10-0, Chargers | |
| 2nd Quarter | Commanders: (4:15) 15-yard run by Jacory Croskey-Merritt | 10-7, Chargers |
| Commanders: (0:02) 29-yard field goal by Matt Gay | Tied at 10 | |
| 3rd Quarter | Commanders: (10:58) 5-yard run by Jacory Croskey-Merritt | 17-10, Commanders |
| Commanders: (5:49) 36-yard field goal by Matt Gay | 20-10, Commanders | |
| 4th Quarter | Commanders: (1:08) Deebo Samuel 8-yard touchdown catch from Jayden Daniels | 27-10, Commanders |
Up Next
The Chargers are back on the road in Week 6 against the Miami Dolphins. Kickoff is at 10 a.m. (PT) from Hard Rock Stadium. The Dolphins are 1-4 after a Week 5 loss to the Panthers.
