Tennessee Titans vs Los Angeles Chargers Match Player Stats (Nov 10, 2024)
Seven sacks against zero. That single statistic from the Tennessee Titans and Los Angeles Chargers Week 10 matchup explains why the Chargers won 27-17 at SoFi Stadium on November 10, 2024. The Chargers improved to 6-3 while Tennessee fell to 2-7.
Quick Stats Summary
Final Score: Chargers 27, Titans 17
Key Stat: Chargers recorded 7 sacks, Titans 0
Top Performers:
- Will Levis: 18/23, 175 yards, 2 TDs (but sacked 7 times)
- Justin Herbert: 14/18, 164 yards, 1 pass TD, 1 rush TD
- Calvin Ridley: 5 catches, 84 yards, 2 TDs
- Daiyan Henley: 15 tackles, 1 sack
Table of Contents
Game Flow and Scoring
The Titans actually started strong, taking a 7-3 first quarter lead on Calvin Ridley’s 42-yard touchdown reception from Will Levis. But protection issues mounted as the game progressed.
| Quarter | Titans | Chargers |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | 3 |
| 2nd | 0 | 10 |
| 3rd | 3 | 7 |
| 4th | 7 | 7 |
| Final | 17 | 27 |
Craig Wrolstad’s officiating crew played a role in a crucial second-quarter sequence that kept momentum with Los Angeles.
Quarterback Statistics and Context
Will Levis Returns from Injury
Levis missed three games with a shoulder injury before this contest. His statistics show efficiency when given time, but constant pressure disrupted Tennessee’s offense:
| Stat Category | Will Levis |
|---|---|
| Completions/Attempts | 18/23 |
| Passing Yards | 175 |
| Touchdowns | 2 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
| Passer Rating | 127.4 |
| Times Sacked | 7 |
| Sack Yards Lost | -18 |
| Rushing Attempts | 5 |
| Rushing Yards | 41 |
Post-game, Levis acknowledged: “In the second half, personally for me, there were a couple of situations where I could have gotten the ball out earlier and helped the line with pressure.”
Justin Herbert’s Record-Setting Day
Herbert broke Derek Carr’s NFL record during this game, reaching 1,772 career completions in his first five seasons:
| Stat Category | Justin Herbert |
|---|---|
| Completions/Attempts | 14/18 |
| Passing Yards | 164 |
| Passing TDs | 1 |
| Rushing TDs | 1 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
| Passer Rating | 123.1 |
| Times Sacked | 0 |
| Rushing Attempts | 9 |
| Rushing Yards | 32 |
Pro Football Focus graded Herbert’s performance at 91.6, his third elite grade in four weeks. During this span, PFF credited him with 13 “big-time throws” against zero “turnover-worthy plays.”
Pass Catchers Production
Tennessee Receiving Corps
Calvin Ridley dominated targets for Tennessee, scoring on a 41-yard deep ball and a 15-yard pass with 49 seconds remaining:
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Avg | TDs | Targets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calvin Ridley | 5 | 84 | 16.8 | 2 | 9 |
| Nick Westbrook-Ikhine | 3 | 31 | 10.3 | 0 | 3 |
| Tony Pollard | 4 | 19 | 4.8 | 0 | 4 |
| Bryce Oliver | 2 | 23 | 11.5 | 0 | 2 |
| Chig Okonkwo | 1 | 14 | 14.0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tyjae Spears | 3 | 4 | 1.3 | 0 | 3 |
| Josh Whyle | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 1 |
Rookie Bryce Oliver recorded his first two NFL receptions for 23 yards.
Chargers Receiving Distribution
Los Angeles spread targets across eight players, with tight end Will Dissly leading in receptions:
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Avg | TDs | Targets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladd McConkey | 2 | 52 | 26.0 | 0 | 2 |
| Will Dissly | 5 | 30 | 6.0 | 0 | 6 |
| Josh Palmer | 1 | 36 | 36.0 | 0 | 2 |
| Quentin Johnston | 2 | 24 | 12.0 | 1 | 2 |
| Derius Davis | 1 | 17 | 17.0 | 0 | 1 |
| J.K. Dobbins | 3 | 5 | 1.7 | 0 | 3 |
| Hayden Hurst | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jalen Reagor | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 1 |
Palmer’s 36-yard reception came on a flea-flicker play. McConkey provided the longest gain with a 37-yard catch. According to Pro Football Focus analysis, the Chargers effectively used “mesh concepts” (crossing routes) to beat Tennessee’s man coverage in the red zone.
Running Game Production
Tennessee Ground Attack
The Titans averaged 6.3 yards per carry, their third consecutive game over 130 rushing yards under Brian Callahan:
| Player | Attempts | Yards | Average | Long | TDs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyjae Spears | 7 | 47 | 6.7 | 19 | 0 |
| Tony Pollard | 9 | 44 | 4.9 | 15 | 0 |
| Will Levis | 5 | 41 | 8.2 | 12 | 0 |
| Team Total | 21 | 132 | 6.3 | 19 | 0 |
Chargers Rushing Stats
Los Angeles ran 39 times, controlling clock and wearing down Tennessee’s defense:
| Player | Attempts | Yards | Average | Long | TDs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gus Edwards | 10 | 55 | 5.5 | 11 | 0 |
| J.K. Dobbins | 15 | 50 | 3.3 | 12 | 0 |
| Justin Herbert | 9 | 32 | 3.6 | 8 | 1 |
| Derius Davis | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | 6 | 0 |
| Hassan Haskins | 2 | 4 | 2.0 | 3 | 1 |
| Jalen Reagor | 2 | -2 | -1.0 | 1 | 0 |
| Team Total | 39 | 145 | 3.7 | 12 | 2 |
Hassan Haskins, formerly with Tennessee, scored a 1-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter. This capped an 11-play, 95-yard drive that consumed 7:02 of clock, starting from the Chargers’ 5-yard line and effectively sealing the game.
Defensive Performance Breakdown
Chargers Pass Rush Without Stars
The Chargers generated seven sacks despite Khalil Mack playing limited snaps with a groin injury and Joey Bosa restricted to approximately 20 plays:
| Player | Total Tackles | Solo | Sacks | TFL | QB Hits | Forced Fumbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daiyan Henley | 15 | 11 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Elijah Molden | 8 | 4 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bud Dupree | 5 | 4 | 2.0 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Tuli Tuipulotu | 5 | 3 | 2.0 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Cam Hart | 4 | 3 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Derwin James Jr. | 4 | 2 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Alohi Gilman | 3 | 3 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Poona Ford | 2 | 2 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Morgan Fox | 2 | 2 | 0.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Joey Bosa | 1 | 1 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Henley also recovered the game-ending onside kick attempt. Cam Hart contributed a pass deflection to his four tackles.
Titans Defensive Statistics
Jack Gibbens recorded 15 tackles for the second consecutive week, setting a new career high:
| Player | Total Tackles | Solo | Sacks | TFL | QB Hits | Pass Deflections |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Gibbens | 15 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mike Brown | 8 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kenneth Murray Jr. | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jarvis Brownlee Jr. | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Jeffery Simmons | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Harold Landry III | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Amani Hooker | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Roger McCreary | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Tennessee managed just two quarterback hits for the entire game (Simmons and Arden Key).
Special Teams Impact
Return Game Statistics
Derius Davis’s 56-yard kickoff return immediately followed a Tennessee field goal in the third quarter, setting up a Chargers touchdown:
| Player | Team | Kickoff Returns | KR Yards | KR Avg | Punt Returns | PR Yards | PR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derius Davis | LAC | 1 | 56 | 56.0 | 2 | 14 | 7.0 |
| Julius Chestnut | TEN | 2 | 60 | 30.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Jha’Quan Jackson | TEN | 1 | 27 | 27.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
Kicking Performance
| Team | Kicker | FG Made/Attempted | Long | XP | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titans | Nick Folk | 1/2 | 27 | 2/2 | 5 |
| Chargers | Cameron Dicker | 2/2 | 37 | 3/3 | 9 |
Nick Folk missed from 49 yards, ending his franchise-record streak of 20 consecutive field goals. The 40-year-old did extend his NFL record to 83 straight makes from inside 40 yards with his 27-yard conversion.
Punting Statistics
| Team | Punter | Punts | Gross Avg | Net Avg | Inside 20 | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titans | Ryan Stonehouse | 4 | 53.5 | 50.0 | 3 | 58 |
| Chargers | JK Scott | 3 | 38.7 | – | 1 | 47 |
Stonehouse recorded a career-high 50.0-yard net average.
The Controversial Fumble Reversal
Late in the second quarter, Jeffery Simmons hit Herbert as he threw. Roger McCreary recovered what appeared to be a fumble and returned it for a touchdown. After review, officials ruled it an incomplete pass, maintaining the Chargers’ 13-7 halftime lead.
McCreary stated post-game: “I felt like it was a fumble. Everybody was excited. We thought it was a touchdown.”
Jim Harbaugh asked Herbert at halftime how he maintained possession through the hit. Herbert credited “carrying the bricks,” referencing grip-strengthening drills from the team’s wide receivers coach.
Critical Sequences
Nick Folk’s Miss (Second Quarter)
Tennessee drove into Chargers territory trailing 6-7. Folk’s 49-yard attempt went wide right, his first miss after 20 straight makes.
Herbert’s Fourth-Down TD (Second Quarter)
Following Folk’s miss, the Chargers drove 61 yards. On fourth-and-one from the 4-yard line, Herbert scrambled right and dove for a touchdown, making it 13-7.
The Third Quarter Swing
Tennessee kicked a field goal to cut it to 13-10. On the ensuing kickoff, Davis returned it 56 yards. Six plays later, Herbert found Quentin Johnston for a 16-yard touchdown.
The Clock-Killing Drive
Leading 20-10 in the fourth quarter, the Chargers started at their own 5-yard line. They methodically drove 95 yards in 11 plays over 7:02, with Hassan Haskins scoring from the 1-yard line.
Team Statistics Comparison
| Category | Titans | Chargers |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 289 | 309 |
| First Downs | 17 | 18 |
| 3rd Down Efficiency | 3/9 (33.3%) | 4/10 (40.0%) |
| 4th Down Efficiency | 0/0 | 1/1 (100%) |
| Penalties | 9-68 | 5-30 |
| Time of Possession | 29:01 | 30:59 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Total Plays | 51 | 57 |
| Yards per Play | 5.7 | 5.4 |
Individual Performances of Note
Offensive Line Struggles
Titans tackle Leroy Watson committed three penalties on one drive: two false starts and a 15-yard facemask. The Chargers’ offensive line allowed just nine total pressures according to Pro Football Focus.
Herbert’s Historic Pace
Herbert’s 1,772nd career completion came midway through his fifth season, despite missing four games in 2023. He surpassed Derek Carr’s previous mark. Pro Football Reference data confirms this milestone.
Coaching Perspectives
Brian Callahan’s post-game assessment was direct: “We gave up too many sacks and had too many negative plays in the second half.” He also addressed the special teams breakdown: “We have to cover better… We didn’t do a good enough job of that on that particular return.” As reported by the Titans’ official site.
Season Context
The Chargers reached 6-3 for their best start since 2018. Jim Harbaugh’s impact shows in their ability to win physical games. The Titans fell to 2-7 despite averaging over 6 yards per carry for the third straight game.
For comparison, the Chargers’ earlier matchup with Tampa Bay showed similar defensive dominance. Their game against Arizona also featured strong pass protection for Herbert.
Key Statistical Insights
The disparity in pass protection determined this game’s outcome. Seven sacks allowed versus zero illustrates why Tennessee couldn’t sustain drives despite Levis’s 127.4 passer rating and an effective rushing attack.
The Chargers won despite missing their best pass rushers at full strength. Six different players recorded sacks, demonstrating defensive depth. Special teams provided the pivotal momentum swing with Davis’s return immediately negating Tennessee’s field goal.
Red zone efficiency also separated these teams. Los Angeles converted 3 of 5 opportunities while Tennessee managed just 1 of 3. The Chargers’ use of crossing routes in the red zone, combined with Herbert’s clean pocket, proved effective against Tennessee’s coverage.
The Titans vs Chargers player stats from Week 10 demonstrate how games are won through protection, pressure, and capitalizing on field position. The Chargers controlled these elements en route to their 27-17 victory at SoFi Stadium.
