In the season opener, the Las Vegas Raiders fell to the Los Angeles Chargers 22-10, highlighting significant issues in their performance, particularly with three turnovers and a lack of offensive rhythm. Despite a strong defensive start, the Raiders struggled offensively, finishing with only 71 rushing yards and converting just five of 14 third downs. Gardner Minshew's debut included one touchdown and one interception, while running back Zamir White managed only 44 rushing yards. Conversely, the Chargers, under new head coach Jim Harbaugh, showed resilience, scoring late in the game and benefiting from a strong rushing attack led by J.K. Dobbins. The Chargers' defense and running game compensated for quarterback Justin Herbert's inconsistent play, marking a promising start to their season. The game drew a significant Raiders fan presence, overshadowing the Chargers' home advantage in attendance.