We’ve all heard the saying before: The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.
Through six games this year, the Chargers have been a bad offense and their most recent loss to the Chiefs was their worst of the year. During last week’s bye, the expectation was that there’d be SOME change, whether that was actually relieving McDaniel of his duties or something else on that side of the ball. However, the extended break came and went and the Chargers chose to stand pat. They made zero changes and are now relying on the return of Joe Alt (plus some “time on task”) to finally make it all click.
Will it actually happen this week? Will Justin Herbert look like himself again? Will they score more touchdowns than turnovers committed?
Stay tuned for the next episode of Chargers Ball Z!
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Chargers vs. Rams Week 8: How to watch, game time, TV schedule, streaming, and more
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - OCTOBER 18: Quarterback Justin Herbert #10 of the Los Angeles Chargers evades defensive pressure from the Kansas City Chiefs in the fourth quarter at Arrowhead Stadium on October 18, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)
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The Chargers are back for their first game following the bye and they’re set to take on the Rams inside SoFi Stadium. However, they’re the “road team” in this one and will wear their all-white uniform combination (my personal favorite!).
As we all came to see, no changes were made during the team’s extended break. Mike McDaniel remains as offensive coordinator and will continue calling plays.
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NFL predictions: Chargers face long odds vs. Rams in Week 8
INGLEWOOD, CA - AUGUST 27: Los Angeles Rams tight end Mark Redman (83) catches the ball for a gain during the NFL preseason game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Los Angeles Rams on August 27, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
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The Los Angeles Chargers are facing off against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 8 at SoFi Stadium fresh off the bye.
The Chargers have lost their first six games and are the only winless team left in the league. However, the Chargers can turn things around with a win against the crosstown rival Rams. Per FanDuel Sportsbook, the Chargers are an underdog by 6.5 points. Let’s take a look at some predictions for the game.
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Los Angeles Chargers news: Chargers-Rams final score predictions
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - OCTOBER 18: Justin Herbert #10 stands on the field with Scott Matlock #44 of the Los Angeles Chargers during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on October 18, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images)
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Good morning, Chargers fans!
The Chargers are back on the field this weekend which means it’s time to get back to our final score predictions. As we do every Friday, go ahead and drop into the comments to let us know how you see this game shaking out against their crosstown rival!
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Chargers-Rams Game Preview: How does Joe Alt’s return improve the Bolts’ offense?
INGLEWOOD, CA - SEPTEMBER 20: Los Angeles Chargers offensive tackle Joe Alt (76) stands by during a timeout during an NFL game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Los Angeles Chargers on September 20, 2026, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA.(Photo by Jordon Kelly/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
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The Bolts are back inside SoFi Stadium this week to face the crosstown Rams.
The Rams are also failing to meet expectations this season with a 3-4 record so far this season. Blockbuster addition Myles Garrett has not played since Week One, but that’s far from their only issue. When it’s all firing, Sean McVay and the Rams are still one of the best teams in the league, so the Chargers need to come as correct a ever (and unfortunately, the next time they do will be the first).
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Chargers-Rams Game Preview: Matthew Stafford leads No. 1 offense despite losing record
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 25: Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams celebrates in the end zone during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 25, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images)
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The Rams were lauded as a “superteam” entering the regular season after trading for 2025 Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett. That idea was only made stronger following Aaron Donald’s exit from retirement to join his former team with a great chance of winning another Super Bowl.
Yet somehow, the Rams are 3-4, including a loss to the the Cardinals at home who, at the time, had just one win themselves.
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