The Chargers turned in a strong defensive performance on Monday night to defeat the Raiders 20-9 and move to 2-0.

Los Angeles’ pass coverage was sticky, and its run defense was stingy, limiting Las Vegas to 218 total yards. The Raiders were able to move down the field in certain respects, but could never find the end zone — settling for three Daniel Carlson field goals.

On the other side, the Chargers’ offense was effective with a ball-control approach. But quarterback Justin Herbert delivered the play of the game when he hit Quentin Johnston for a beautiful 60-yard touchdown pass late in the second quarter.

Herbert finished 19-of-27 for 242 yards with two touchdowns. He was also Los Angeles’ leading rusher with 31 yards on nine carries.

Johnston led the team with 71 yards on three cat

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