Introduction
The pittsburgh steelers vs chargers match player stats from November 9, 2025 tell the story of a lopsided Sunday Night Football result at SoFi Stadium, where the Los Angeles Chargers beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 25-10. The Chargers entered the game at 6-3 and sitting second in the AFC West, while the Steelers came in at 5-3 atop the AFC North. Pittsburgh cornerback Darius Slay left in the second quarter after being evaluated for a concussion and did not return, removing a key piece of the secondary for the rest of the night. Pittsburgh’s offense could not sustain drives, converting only 2 of 11 third downs, while turnovers and a first-quarter safety put the Steelers in an early hole they never escaped.
Match Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Date | Sunday, November 9, 2025 |
| Venue | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California |
| Competition | NFL Week 10, Sunday Night Football |
| Final Score | Chargers 25, Steelers 10 |
| Steelers Record After Game | 5-4 |
| Chargers Record After Game | 7-3 |
Pre-Match Context
The Steelers came into Week 10 leading the AFC North after a comeback win over the Indianapolis Colts, a game in which their defense forced six turnovers. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers had thrown 17 touchdown passes on the season and was playing his first year in Pittsburgh. The Chargers had won back-to-back games heading into the matchup, including a win over the Tennessee Titans, and sat one game behind the division-leading Denver Broncos. Justin Herbert had thrown for at least 200 yards in three straight games and carried the second-most touchdown passes in the league at the time. Slay’s second-quarter exit for a concussion evaluation weakened the Steelers’ cornerback room for the remainder of the contest. Chargers defensive lineman Teair Tart and tight end Oronde Gadsden II both left briefly with injuries in the third quarter, with Tart returning to the game.
Quarter by Quarter Score
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
| Steelers | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 10 |
| Chargers | 2 | 10 | 3 | 10 | 25 |
Quarter by Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter
Chris Boswell opened the scoring with a 59-yard field goal on Pittsburgh’s second drive, giving the Steelers a 3-0 lead. On the ensuing Steelers possession, Aaron Rodgers was sacked by Khalil Mack in the end zone and lost a fumble that Mack recovered, resulting in a safety that cut the score to 3-2. The Chargers took over trailing by one point as the first quarter ended.
Second Quarter
The Steelers missed a 45-yard field goal early in the quarter, ending Boswell’s streak of consecutive makes. Cameron Dicker connected on a 32-yard field goal to put the Chargers ahead 5-3. Pittsburgh’s next possession ended when Rodgers was intercepted by rookie safety RJ Mickens. The Chargers converted that turnover into points, with Herbert finding Ladd McConkey for a 15-yard touchdown with 12 seconds left in the half, making it 12-3 at the break.
Third Quarter
Dicker extended the Chargers’ lead with a 59-yard field goal, tying his own franchise record for the longest kick in team history, making it 15-3. Both defenses forced multiple punts and a missed 55-yard field goal by Dicker kept the score unchanged through the rest of the quarter.
Fourth Quarter
The Chargers put together a 90-yard touchdown drive capped by a 2-yard Kimani Vidal run, extending the lead to 22-3. Pittsburgh turned the ball over on downs earlier in the quarter after three straight incomplete passes near the goal line. Dicker added a 42-yard field goal to push the lead to 25-3. Rodgers then found Roman Wilson for a 27-yard touchdown with 2:57 remaining, making the final score 25-10 after Pittsburgh recovered an onside kick attempt that ultimately went nowhere.
Team Stats Comparison
| Category | Steelers | Chargers |
| Total Net Yards | 221 | 314 |
| Passing Yards | 148 | 199 |
| Rushing Yards | 73 | 115 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Time of Possession | 22:25 | 37:35 |
| Third Down Conversions | 2-11 | 6-17 |
Key Numbers That Decided the Game
The statistics show a Chargers team that controlled the ball, avoided mistakes, and cashed in on Pittsburgh’s errors.
- The Chargers held the ball for 37:35 compared to the Steelers’ 22:25, wearing down Pittsburgh’s defense.
- Pittsburgh turned the ball over three times, including two Rodgers interceptions and a fumble that became a safety.
- The Chargers did not commit a single turnover in the game.
- Los Angeles converted 6 of 17 third downs while Pittsburgh converted just 2 of 11.
- The Chargers scored on 2 of 3 red zone trips, going 67 percent, while the Steelers were 0 for 1 in the red zone.
Full Box Score: Pittsburgh Steelers
Aaron Rodgers struggled for most of the night, completing just over half his passes for 161 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions before a late score. Jaylen Warren led the ground game, and the receiving production was spread across several targets with no single player topping 35 yards.
Passing
| Player | Comp/Att | Yards | TD | INT |
| A. Rodgers | 16/31 | 161 | 1 | 2 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | TD |
| J. Warren | 14 | 70 | 5.0 | 0 |
| K. Johnson | 2 | 3 | 1.5 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Average | TD |
| D. Metcalf | 3 | 35 | 11.7 | 0 |
| R. Wilson | 2 | 35 | 17.5 | 1 |
| P. Freiermuth | 3 | 33 | 11.0 | 0 |
| J. Warren | 2 | 21 | 10.5 | 0 |
| D. Washington | 1 | 15 | 15.0 | 0 |
| C. Austin III | 2 | 14 | 7.0 | 0 |
| K. Gainwell | 2 | 4 | 2.0 | 0 |
| J. Smith | 1 | 4 | 4.0 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | FG (Made/Att) | XP (Made/Att) | Total Points |
| C. Boswell | 1/2 | 1/1 | 4 |
Returns
| Player | Returns | Yards | Average |
| K. Gainwell (KR) | 2 | 61 | 30.5 |
| K. Williams (PR) | 2 | 11 | 5.5 |
| K. Williams (KR) | 1 | 23 | 23.0 |
Defense (Top 8 by Tackles)
| Player | Tackles | Sacks | Key Play (INT/PD/FR) |
| P. Queen | 12 | 0.0 | None |
| J. Ramsey | 8 | 0.0 | None |
| P. Wilson | 7 | 0.0 | None |
| K. Benton | 7 | 1.0 | None |
| M. Harrison | 5 | 0.0 | None |
| K. Dugger | 5 | 0.0 | None |
| B. Echols | 3 | 0.0 | None |
| A. Highsmith | 2 | 2.0 | None |
Full Box Score: Los Angeles Chargers
Justin Herbert threw for 220 yards and a touchdown without an interception, extending his streak of 200-plus passing yard games to four. Kimani Vidal set a career high with 25 carries and scored a rushing touchdown, and Ladd McConkey delivered the game’s biggest receiving performance.
Passing
| Player | Comp/Att | Yards | TD | INT |
| J. Herbert | 20/33 | 220 | 1 | 0 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | TD |
| K. Vidal | 25 | 95 | 3.8 | 1 |
| J. Herbert | 5 | 19 | 3.8 | 0 |
| J. Patterson | 1 | 1 | 1.0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Average | TD |
| L. McConkey | 4 | 107 | 26.8 | 1 |
| Q. Johnston | 5 | 42 | 8.4 | 0 |
| K. Allen | 2 | 19 | 9.5 | 0 |
| O. Gadsden II | 3 | 13 | 4.3 | 0 |
| K. Vidal | 1 | 13 | 13.0 | 0 |
| T. Conklin | 1 | 12 | 12.0 | 0 |
| T. Fisk | 1 | 7 | 7.0 | 0 |
| T. Harris | 2 | 4 | 2.0 | 0 |
| D. Davis | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | FG (Made/Att) | XP (Made/Att) | Total Points |
| C. Dicker | 3/4 | 2/2 | 11 |
Returns
| Player | Returns | Yards | Average |
| T. Williams (KR) | 2 | 51 | 25.5 |
| D. Davis (KR) | 1 | 25 | 25.0 |
| D. Davis (PR) | 1 | 5 | 5.0 |
Defense (Top 8 by Tackles)
| Player | Tackles | Sacks | Key Play (INT/PD/FR) |
| D. Henley | 6 | 0.0 | None |
| E. Molden | 5 | 0.0 | None |
| R. Mickens | 4 | 0.0 | INT |
| D. Jackson | 3 | 0.0 | INT |
| K. Mack | 3 | 1.0 | None |
| D. Phillips | 3 | 0.0 | None |
| D. Perryman | 3 | 0.0 | None |
| D. James | 3 | 0.0 | None |
Game Leaders and Top Performers
Ladd McConkey turned four catches into 107 yards and a touchdown, including a 58-yard gain that set up the Chargers’ first fourth-quarter score. His performance was the single biggest factor in Los Angeles pulling away in the second half. Justin Herbert managed the offense efficiently, finishing 20 of 33 for 220 yards and a touchdown without throwing an interception. Kimani Vidal carried the ball a career-high 25 times for 95 yards and a touchdown, controlling the clock and setting up short-field opportunities. On defense, Khalil Mack forced the safety that shifted early momentum toward Los Angeles, while Donte Jackson and RJ Mickens each intercepted Aaron Rodgers to stop Pittsburgh drives. For the Steelers, Jaylen Warren was the most productive offensive player, gaining 70 rushing yards and adding 21 receiving yards on two catches.
| Player | Team | Stat Line |
| L. McConkey | Chargers | 4 REC, 107 YDS, 1 TD |
| J. Herbert | Chargers | 20/33, 220 YDS, 1 TD, 0 INT |
| K. Vidal | Chargers | 25 CAR, 95 YDS, 1 TD |
| J. Warren | Steelers | 14 CAR, 70 YDS; 2 REC, 21 YDS |
| A. Rodgers | Steelers | 16/31, 161 YDS, 1 TD, 2 INT |
Starting Lineups
| Position | Steelers | Chargers |
| QB | Aaron Rodgers | Justin Herbert |
| RB | Jaylen Warren | Kimani Vidal |
| WR | DK Metcalf | Ladd McConkey |
| WR | Calvin Austin III | Quentin Johnston |
| TE | Pat Freiermuth | Oronde Gadsden II |
| CB | Darius Slay | Donte Jackson |
| S | Jalen Ramsey | Derwin James |
| OLB/EDGE | T.J. Watt | Khalil Mack |
Injury Report
| Player | Injury | Status |
| Darius Slay (PIT) | Concussion | Out, did not return |
| Teair Tart (LAC) | Undisclosed | Returned to game |
| Oronde Gadsden II (LAC) | Knee | Left game in third quarter |
| Joey Porter Jr. (PIT) | Undisclosed | Returned to game |
Slay’s absence for the second half removed a starting cornerback from a Steelers secondary already facing Herbert and a deep Chargers receiving corps. The other injuries listed were shorter in-game evaluations, with Tart and Porter Jr. both returning to action.
Season Series and Head to Head
The Chargers and Steelers have met 37 times including three postseason games, with Pittsburgh holding a 25-12 edge in the all-time series. The two teams’ last meeting before this one came on September 22, 2024, a 20-10 Steelers win.
| Meeting | Result |
| All-Time Series (37 games) | Steelers lead 25-12 |
| September 22, 2024 | Steelers 20, Chargers 10 |
| November 9, 2025 | Chargers 25, Steelers 10 |
Conference and League Standings
Entering Week 10, the Steelers sat atop the AFC North, while the Chargers were second in the AFC West behind the Denver Broncos. The win moved Los Angeles to 7-3 and pulled them within one game of first place in their division, while Pittsburgh dropped to 5-4 on the season.
| Team | Record After Game | Division Standing |
| Steelers | 5-4 | AFC North |
| Chargers | 7-3 | AFC West, second place |
Broadcast and Stream Information
| Detail | Information |
| Network | NBC |
| Streaming | Peacock, Fubo |
| Announcers | Mike Tirico, Cris Collinsworth, Melissa Stark |
| Kickoff Time | 8:20 p.m. ET |
FAQ
What was the final score of the Steelers vs Chargers game?
The Los Angeles Chargers defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 25-10 on November 9, 2025, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Who led the Chargers in receiving yards?
|Ladd McConkey led all Chargers receivers with four catches for 107 yards and a touchdown, including a 58-yard reception in the fourth quarter.
How many turnovers did Aaron Rodgers have?
Aaron Rodgers threw two interceptions and lost a fumble that resulted in a safety, giving the Steelers three total turnovers in the game.
Did Justin Herbert throw any interceptions?
Justin Herbert completed 20 of 33 passes for 220 yards and a touchdown without throwing an interception in the win.
Who scored the Chargers’ rushing touchdown?
Kimani Vidal scored on a 2-yard run in the fourth quarter, part of a career-high 25-carry, 95-yard performance.
Why did Darius Slay leave the game?
Steelers cornerback Darius Slay was evaluated for a concussion in the second quarter and did not return to the game.
What network aired the Steelers vs Chargers game?
The game aired on NBC as part of Sunday Night Football and streamed live on Peacock.
Conclusion
The loss dropped the Steelers to 5-4 and exposed issues on third down and ball security that Pittsburgh will need to address heading into their next matchup against Cincinnati. For the Chargers, the win extended their streak to three straight games and pulled them within a game of the division-leading Broncos ahead of a road trip to Jacksonville. Turnovers and time of possession decided the outcome, with Los Angeles controlling the ball for over 37 minutes while forcing three Pittsburgh giveaways. Both teams now turn to divisional and conference matchups that will shape their playoff positioning down the stretch.
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