Chargers coach Mike McCoy on Monday stood by his decision to go for a field goal late in Sunday's game.
Trailing 34-31, the Chargers faced fourth down at Oakland’s 18 with the two-minute warning approaching.
San Diego needed less than a yard — about the length of two footballs — to get a first down.
McCoy opted for a 36-yard field-goal try that never happened because rookie holder Drew Kaser muffed an accurate snap.
In comments Monday after reviewing the game film, the coach noted that victory wasn’t assured if the Bolts had gained the needed yardage for a first down.