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New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye scrambles up the field as Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley (0) chases him during their Dec. 2024 game in Foxborough, Mass. The Chargers will try to limit Maye, who has evolved into a league MVP candidate in his second NFL season, when the teams square off in an AFC wild-card playoff game on Sunday night in Foxboro. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Chargers prepared to face Patriots QB Drake Maye at his best on Sunday

By Elliott Teaford

January 8, 2026 at 2:41 p.m.

Playing against the Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes, among others recently, should have the Chargers primed to...

Rams tight ends, from left, Tyler Higbee, Colby Parkinson and Davis Allen celebrate Higbee’s touchdown in the first half against the New Orleans Saints on Nov. 2, 2025, at SoFi Stadium. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

How Rams’ 13-personnel shifted their offensive identity midseason

By Adam Grosbard

January 8, 2026 at 3:35 p.m.

The three tight-end install, born out of necessity after injuries to Tutu Atwell and Puka...

Chargers offensive lineman Jamaree Salyer gestures after a victory over the Las Vegas Raiders earlier this season at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)

Chargers’ offensive line welcomes Jamaree Salyer back at left tackle

By Elliott Teaford

January 7, 2026 at 4:17 p.m.

The Chargers could team Salyer with left guard Zion Johnson, center Bradley Bozeman, right guard...

Rams wide receiver Davante Adams catches a pass for a first down past Indianapolis cornerback Xavien Howard in the fourth quarter Sept. 28, 2025, at SoFi Stadium. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Pasadena Star-News/ SCNG)

Rams WR Davante Adams focused on big picture upon return from injury

By Adam Grosbard

January 7, 2026 at 4:04 p.m.

The star wide receiver, who missed the last three regular-season games nursing his hamstring, is...

Ram quarterback Matthew Stafford looks on from the sideline during the second half of their regular-season finale against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Pasadena Star-News/SCNG)

After ‘lean’ recovery moments, Rams QB Matthew Stafford ready for playoffs

By Adam Grosbard

January 6, 2026 at 6:25 p.m.

The MVP candidate will go into battle on Saturday leading a team that Coach Sean...

Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh responds to a question following their loss to the Denver Broncos in Sunday’s regular-season finale in Denver. The Chargers opted to rest many of their starters with an eye toward their wild-card playoff opener. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Chargers review: Will resting key players pay off in Sunday’s wild-card game?

By Elliott Teaford

January 5, 2026 at 2:37 p.m.

The seventh-seeded Chargers’ defensive depth could be a factor against the rejuvenated and second-seeded Patriots...

Rams wide receiver Davante Adams celebrates after scoring against the Carolina Panthers ouring the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)

Rams expect Davante Adams, Quentin Lake back for playoff opener vs. Panthers

By Adam Grosbard

January 5, 2026 at 11:24 p.m.

Coach Sean McVay says the Rams erred on the side of caution for their regular-season...

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll speaks during a news conference following an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

NFL coaching moves: Raiders fire Pete Carroll

By The Associated Press

January 5, 2026 at 12:55 p.m.

Raiders will enter a new season with a new head coach for third consecutive year.

Rams tight end Tyler Higbee dives across the goal line for a touchdown during the fourth quarter of their comeback win against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Pasadena Star-News/SCNG)

Swanson: Phew! Rams get right just in time against Cardinals

By Mirjam Swanson

January 5, 2026 at 12:35 a.m.

The Rams needed a jolt, got it from a feisty Arizona finale, then finished the...

Chargers linebacker Khalil Mack (52) enters the field before the game against Houston Texans, Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)

Chargers’ Khalil Mack says playoff ‘possibilities are endless’

By Elliott Teaford

January 5, 2026 at 12:11 a.m.

It starts with one victory for the outside linebacker, who is 0-5 in playoff games,...

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford #9 reacts after defeating the Arizona Cardinals 37-20 to win a NFL football game at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Sunday, January 4, 2026. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Pasadena Star-News/ SCNG)

Rams’ Matthew Stafford puts final touches on MVP case

By Adam Grosbard

January 5, 2026 at 1:44 a.m.

Stafford throws four touchdown passes and finishes with an NFL-leading 46, completing one of the...

Denver Broncos linebacker Justin Strnad (40) sacks Chargers quarterback Trey Lance (5) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Chargers rest starters in regular-season finale loss to Broncos

By Elliott Teaford

January 5, 2026 at 12:20 a.m.

With Justin Herbert among several starters sitting, Trey Lance and the Chargers lose 19-3 and...

Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua #12 catches a pass in the end zone over Arizona Cardinals cornerback Denzel Burke #29 for a touchdown in the first half of a NFL football game at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Sunday, January 4, 2026. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Pasadena Star-News/ SCNG)

Rams not inspiring confidence entering playoffs even after win over Cardinals

By Adam Grosbard

January 5, 2026 at 1:38 a.m.

Matthew Stafford throws for 259 yards and the Rams secure the No. 5 seed in...