When the Denver Broncos storm into SoFi Stadium this Sunday at 4:05 PM ET, they’ll collide with a Los Angeles Chargers squad desperate to prove Week 3 is their turning point. This AFC West showdown isn’t just about early-season positioning—it’s a clash of urgency. The Broncos, still chasing their first signature win of 2025, will bring their physical brand of football to a Chargers defense that’s been gashed for explosive plays in back-to-back weeks. Can Denver’s ground game, led by their bruising backfield, wear down a Los Angeles front that’s struggled to set the edge? Or will the Chargers’ high-octane passing attack finally find its rhythm against a Broncos secondary that’s been stingy but untested by elite firepower?

The stakes feel higher than a typical September matchup. Both teams entered the season with playoff aspirations, but through two weeks, only one can avoid an 0-2 start in division play. History adds spice: these rivals have split their last six meetings, with four decided by a single possession. Expect a white-knuckle finish under the LA sun, where every snap could swing momentum—and maybe the entire trajectory of a franchise’s season. Buckle up: this one won’t be for the faint of heart.