The Detroit Lions defeated the Los Angeles Chargers to move to 7-2 on the season, but the victory was no small feat.
After dominating the Las Vegas Raiders prior to their bye, it seemed like the Lions defense had found its form, and the extra week to prepare for the depleted Chargers offense provided an opportunity to make a statement. It was a statement indeed but for the wrong reasons. Chargers Justin Herbert and Keenan Allen were giving the Lions headaches, with Herbert totaling four touchdown passes, two of which went to Allen.