The Los Angeles Chargers vs. Las Vegas Raiders AFC West matchup on Thursday night was one of the most lopsided NFL games in history.
At halftime, Richard Sherman demanded that Brandon Staley be fired because it was so horrible. The Chargers made the decision to hold off a few more hours.
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The Los Angeles Rams traded for defensive guru Staley in 2021, and the team fired him on Friday, adding fuel to the flames. GM Tom Telesco was also let go by the organization, Ian Rapoport reports.
The #Chargers are cleaning house after last night’s disaster, firing coach Brandon Staley and long-time GM Tom Telesco, sources say. pic.twitter.com/iaW5kYqCie
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 15, 2023
— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) December 15, 2023
It’s anticipated that Kellen Moore, the offensive coordinator for the Chargers and a former Cowboy, will fill in as his temporary replacement.
The #Chargers haven't announced who will be their interim head coach.
Have to assume it will be 35-year old Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore.
They'll announce it later on. https://t.co/5bKzv8Z4xF pic.twitter.com/RvJ2EGhI6Y
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) December 15, 2023
The Chargers are now 5-9 on the season following a 63-21 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders the day before.
The Chargers were rated 17th in points allowed per game, 16th in points scored per game, 27th in yards per carry, and 29th in overall defense as of Thursday.
In a season that is destined to end in disappointment, Justin Herbert is out for the entire season. Not to mention the historic postseason loss to the Jaguars 11 months prior, in which the Chargers lost a 27-point lead.
Staley led the Chargers to a 24–24 record in 48 games during his three years as head coach.
