In a game that is significant for the Los Angeles Chargers’ postseason position, the Los Angeles Rams will be looking to play a bit of the spoiler role while also getting some LA bragging rights with a potential win.
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Baker Mayfield could be facing a nightmarish pass rush during New Year’s Day on Sunday at SoFi Stadium against the Los Angeles Chargers, who have already clinched a playoff spot in the AFC.
The Chargers designated Pro Bowl defensive end Joey Bosa to return from injured reserve on Thursday, which opens up his 21-day practice window. After being sidelined for over three months following a groin injury he suffered in a Week 3 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, Bosa could now make his return in the battle of LA alongside fellow star pass-rusher Khalil Mack.
Prior to his injury, Bosa had seven total tackles, 1.5 sacks and a forced fumble. The excitement surrounding him and the Chargers was high prior to the season due to the offseason acquisition of Mack and the fact that Bosa was coming off a 2021 campaign where he had 51 total tackles, 10.5 sacks, and a league-best seven forced fumbles.
Meanwhile, the Rams are coming off a dominant 51-14 win over the Denver Broncos on Christmas Day. Mayfield was never sacked and faced a clean pocket en route to a near-perfect passing performance.
But in a game that is significant for the Chargers’ postseason positioning, the Rams will be looking to play a bit of the spoiler role while also getting some LA bragging rights with a potential win.
The Chargers (9-6) and Rams (5-10) kickoff at 1:25 p.m. PT on Sunday.
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