Nowadays, Broncos–Chargers rivalry has become a topic of great interest and debate in different areas. Both in society and in the academic field, Broncos–Chargers rivalry has generated a series of mixed emotions and opinions that have triggered endless discussions and reflections. That is why it is relevant to dedicate time and space to explore and analyze in depth the impact and implications that Broncos–Chargers rivalry has on our lives. In this article, we will delve into the different aspects related to Broncos–Chargers rivalry, examining its origins, evolution, consequences and possible solutions. Likewise, we will address the various perspectives and positions surrounding Broncos–Chargers rivalry, in order to expand our understanding of this complex and significant topic.
First meeting | October 16, 1960 Chargers 23, Broncos 19 |
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Latest meeting | December 31, 2023 Broncos 16, Chargers 9 |
Next meeting | 2024 |
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Meetings total | 129 |
All-time series | Broncos, 73–55–1 |
Postseason results | Broncos, 1–0
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Largest victory | Broncos, 38–3 (1997) Chargers: 58–20 (1963), 41–3 (2007) |
Longest win streak | Broncos, 7 (1975–1978) Chargers, 6 (1963–1966) |
Current win streak | Broncos, 3 (2022–present) |
Playoff and Championship success | |
AFL Championships (1960–1969)
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The Broncos–Chargers rivalry is a National Football League (NFL) rivalry between the Denver Broncos and the Los Angeles Chargers. Since the American Football League was established in 1960, the Broncos and Chargers have shared the same division, first being the AFL Western Conference, and since the AFL–NFL merger, both clubs have competed in the American Football Conference (AFC) West division.
The Broncos lead the overall series 73–55–1. The teams have met once in the playoffs, a 24–17 Broncos win in the 2013 AFC Divisional Round.
Denver Broncos vs. San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers Season-by-Season Results | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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1960s (Chargers, 15–5)
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1970s (Broncos, 13–6–1)
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1980s (Broncos, 12–8)
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1990s (Broncos, 13–7)
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2000s (Broncos, 11–9)
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2010s (Broncos, 14–7)
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2020s (Broncos, 5–3)
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Summary of Results
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Name | Broncos' tenure | Chargers' tenure |
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Craig Aukerman | Defensive assistant, 2010 | Assistant Special Teams coach, 2013–2016 |
Clancy Barone | Tight ends coach, 2009, 2011–2014 Offensive line coach, 2010, 2015–2016 |
Tight ends coach, 2007–2008 |
Tim Brewster | Tight ends coach, 2005–2006 | Tight ends coach, 2002–2004 Assistant head coach, 2004 |
Jeff Davidson | Guard, 1990–1993 Offensive line coach, 2017 |
Offensive line coach, 2016 |
John Fox | Head coach, 2011–2014 | Secondary coach, 1992–1993 |
Alex Gibbs | Offensive line coach, 1984–1987 Assistant head coach/Offensive line coach, 1995–2003 Offensive line consultant, 2013 |
Offensive line coach, 1990–1991 |
Anthony Lynn | Running back, 1993, 1997–1999 Assistant special teams coach, 2000–2002 |
Head coach, 2017–2020 |
Mike McCoy | Offensive coordinator, 2009–2012, 2017 | Head coach, 2013–2016 |
Ron Milus | Secondary coach, 2000–2002 and 2011–2012 | Secondary coach, 2013–present |
Mike Nolan | Special teams coach, 1987–1988 Linebackers coach, 1989–1992 Defensive coordinator, 2009 |
Linebackers coach, 2015 |
Wayne Nunnely | Defensive line coach, 2009–2011 | Defensive line coach, 1997–2008 |
John Pagano | Outside linebackers coach, 2020–present | Defensive assistant, 2002 Linebackers coach, 2003–2011 Defensive coordinator, 2012–2016 |
Dwain Painter | Offensive assistant, 1997 | Quarterbacks coach, 1994–1996 |
Wade Phillips | Defensive coordinator, 1989–1992, 2015–16 Head coach, 1993–1994 |
Defensive coordinator, 2004–2006 |
Greg Williams | Defensive backs coach, 2018 | Assistant defensive backs coach, 2013–2015 |
Joe Lombardi | Offensive Coordinator , 2023-present | Offensive Coordinator, 2021-2022 |
Name | Position(s) | Broncos' tenure | Chargers' tenure |
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Stephen Alexander | Tight end | 2005–2007 | 2002–2003 |
Jeremiah Attaochu | Linebacker | 2019–present | 2014–2017 |
David Binn | Long snapper | 2011 (one game) | 1994–2010 |
Marco Coleman | Defensive end | 2004–2005 | 1996–1998 |
David Diaz-Infante | Center/Guard | 1996–1998 | 1987 |
Dedrick Dodge | Safety | 1997 | 1998 |
Orlando Franklin | Guard | 2011–2014 | 2015–2016 |
Melvin Gordon | Running back | 2020–present | 2015–2019 |
Virgil Green | Tight end | 2011–2017 | 2018–present |
Chris Harris, Jr. | Cornerback | 2011–2019 | 2020–present |
Jacob Hester | Fullback | 2012 | 2008–2011 |
Quentin Jammer | Cornerback/Safety | 2013 | 2002–2012 |
Marlon McCree | Safety | 2008 | 2006–2007 |
Anthony Miller | Wide receiver | 1994–1996 | 1988–1993 |
Russell Okung | Offensive tackle | 2016 | 2017–present |
Shaun Phillips | Defensive end | 2013 | 2004–2012 |
Adrian Robinson | Linebacker | 2013 (six games) | 2013 (three games) |
Dante Rosario | Tight end | 2011 | 2012 |
Eddie Royal | Wide receiver/Return specialist | 2008–2011 | 2012–2014 |
Neil Smith | Defensive end | 1997–1999 | 2000 |
Jimmy Spencer | Cornerback | 2000–2003 | 1998–1999 |
Harry Swayne | Offensive tackle | 1997–1998 | 1991–1996 |
Maa Tanuvasa | Defensive tackle | 1995–2000 | 2001 |
Mitch Unrein | Defensive tackle | 2011–2014 | 2015 |
Louis Vasquez | Guard | 2013–2015 | 2009–2012 |
J. D. Walton | Center | 2010–2013 | 2015 |
Wes Welker | Wide receiver/Return specialist | 2013–2014 | 2004 (one game) |
Jamal Williams | Nose tackle | 2010 | 1998–2009 |
Statistics limited to Chargers-Broncos regular season games. Correct through 2021 season.
Broncos | Chargers | Ref | |
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Passing yards | John Elway – 6,548 | Philip Rivers – 6,732 | |
Rushing yards | Floyd Little – 843 | LaDainian Tomlinson – 1,487 | |
Receiving yards | Rod Smith – 1,400 | Charlie Joiner – 1,324 | |
Touchdowns | Shannon Sharpe – 13 | LaDainian Tomlinson – 20 | |
Sacks | Von Miller – 16 | Leslie O'Neal – 11+1⁄2 | |
Interceptions | Steve Foley – 8 | Joe Beauchamp – 10 |