The Chargers allowed 484 total yards and forced a turnover in a 38-31 loss to the Buccaneers in Week 4.

Analysis: The Chargers made the most of their first turnover since Week 1, picking off Tom Brady and taking it to the house. However, they didn't sack Brady once and allowed him to toss five touchdown passes. Fantasy managers should be wary of counting on this defense against the Saints, who could get WR Michael Thomas back. The Saints rank fifth with 30.7 points per game this season, and QB Drew Brees still rarely turns the ball over. The upside is capped with this bunch, so steer clear of Chargers D/ST.

The Chargers let up 302 yards in Week 3's 21-16 loss to the Panthers.

Analysis: The Chargers kept the Panthers off the scoreboard to some extent, but they didn't force a turnover and logged just two sacks. Facing off against Tom Brady and the Buccaneers will be tough in Week 4. Brady appears to finally be in rhythm, as he put up 28 points on the Broncos in Week 3 while avoiding turnovers and getting sacked just twice. The Chargers will get some relief with WR Chris Godwin (hamstring) expected to miss this game, but they'll be without star CB Chris Harris (foot). At best,…read more

The Chargers allowed 414 total yards in Week 2's 23-20 overtime loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: The Chargers game-planned well for the Chiefs' dominant offense, but it was still a light fantasy performance with no turnovers and just one sack. They'll sport a high floor in Week 3 versus the Panthers, who will be without the league's top RB Christian McCaffrey (ankle). QB Teddy Bridgewater has performed well with 8.4 yards per attempt, but he has a 1:2 TD:INT ratio, so this offense clearly runs through the backfield. Whether Mike Davis can carry that load is another question, so the…read more

The Chargers forced two turnovers and held the Bengals to 295 total yards in Week 1's 16-13 win over the Bengals.

Analysis: The Chargers were gifted a missed last-second FG in order to start the season 1-0, but their Week 2 matchup against the Chiefs will be humbling. QB Patrick Mahomes dismantled the Texans in the season opener, completing 75 percent of his passes for 211 yards, three touchdowns and zero interceptions, and he was sacked just once. They played on a Thursday night after their receivers were a bit banged up, so the added rest should work to their benefit. Frankly, we know what the Chiefs can do. Stay…read more

The Chargers will play the Bengals in Week 1.

Analysis: The Chargers forced just 14 turnovers in 2019 -- last in the league -- and now they'll be without star S Derwin James (knee) for the entire season. Still, they should have one of the better secondaries in the league, as they signed CB Chris Harris this offseason to start opposite Pro-Bowler CB Casey Hayward. With a strong pass rush in two with DE Joey Bosa, DE Melvin Ingram and DT Linval Joseph, expect them to hurry rookie QB Joe Burrow into at least some mistakes, providing an intriguing…read more

The Chargers ranked 32nd in the league in 2019 with 14 turnovers.

Analysis: The Chargers struggled with injuries last year, as SS Derwin James missed 11 games. The team added CB Chris Harris, DT Linval Joseph and rookie LB Kenneth Murray this offseason to accompany CB Casey Hayward and DE Joey Bosa, so it should be an upgraded unit. They could still be put in tough positions if Philip Rivers' turnover issues are picked up by Tyrod Taylor and Justin Herbert, but regardless, if they can stay healthy, this is a top-10 fantasy unit.

The Chargers allowed 24 points and 366 total yards in Week 16's loss to the Raiders.

Analysis: The Chargers held their own in Week 11 against the Chiefs, allowing 'just' 24 points and forcing a turnover. They've forced just three turnovers over the past seven games as well, and they rank 27th in the league with 30 sacks. With plenty for the Chiefs to play for, they'll be full speed ahead in Week 17, and there's no reason to risk fantasy stardom by streaming Chargers D/ST.

The Chargers allowed a season-high 39 points and 344 total yards to the Vikings in Week 15's loss.

Analysis: It was an absolute catastrophe for the home Chargers, but the blame doesn't belong to the defense, as their offense committed seven turnovers, including one which was run back for a touchdown. The Chargers didn't perform well in their first matchup against the Raiders, forcing no turnovers and allowing 26 points. But again, their offense allowed a pick-six in that contest. The constant poor field position is a liability, but the Raiders haven't been productive lately, exceeding the 20-point…read more

The Chargers allowed 10 points and 252 total yards in Week 14's win over the Jaguars.

Analysis: The Chargers were in control for the entire contest, but they didn't force a turnover and notched just two sacks. That's still a decent fantasy performance, but their upside has been capped all year, ranking 30th in turnovers (12) and 26th in sacks (27). Their defense is overall solid, as it ranks 11th in YPC allowed (4.1) and fourth in passing YPG allowed (196.6). However, the Vikings have a powerful offense with 26.1 PPG (seventh) while giving up just 15 turnovers, so the already low ceiling…read more

The Chargers allowed 23 points and 218 total yards in Week 13's loss to the Broncos.

Analysis: The Chargers defense actually played decently but was hurt by their own offense's two turnovers, leaving them in tough field position. They'll now face the Jaguars and Gardner Minshew, who has posted a middling 7.3 yards per attempt this year. The Chargers get relief from having Derwin James back in the fold, and he'll face a second rookie quarterback in as many weeks. When Minshew has been under center, the Jags have averaged 243.3 passing yards per game, which would be good for 12th in the…read more

The Chargers allowed 24 points and 310 total yards in Week 11's loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: The Chargers were fortunate that Tyreek Hill left with a hamstring injury in the first quarter because they simply didn't have the speed to stick with him. However, it was still a decent defensive effort considering they were constantly thrust into action since their offense coughed up four turnovers. Their biggest concern in this outing will be shutting down Courtland Sutton, but the Chargers' secondary is strong, allowing over 226 passing yards just once since Week 3. It's unsettled who will…read more

The Chargers didn't force a turnover in Week 10's 26-24 loss to the Raiders.

Analysis: The Chargers D/ST was on the hook for one of the Raiders' defensive touchdowns, and their real-life defense had to deal with three offensive turnovers, putting them in tough field position on short rest. Whether the Chargers' offense shapes up or not doesn't look like it will matter in this contest, as the Chiefs come to town with at least 25 points in all but one game this year. QB Patrick Mahomes didn't look to be at full health last week, but he's likely in better shape after another week of…read more