Quick Overview:
The preseason opener at SoFi Stadium saw conditions ideal for football, with a mild 78-degree temperature and a gentle 10 mph breeze. The stadium's translucent roof allowed natural light and glimpses of the blue sky, creating an open-air atmosphere.
The New Orleans Saints donned white jerseys paired with gold pants and helmets, while the Los Angeles Chargers sported their signature powder blue jerseys with white pants and helmets.
The Chargers won the coin toss and chose to receive, with kickoff scheduled at 1:07 p.m. PDT.
Taylor Heinicke took the snaps at quarterback for the Chargers. Early in the game, Saints tight end Treyton Welch recovered a muffed punt by Nyheim Miller-Hines near the Chargers' 17-yard line, but the Saints couldn't capitalize, falling short on fourth-and-goal at the 1-yard line after Kendre Miller was stopped.
A notable moment occurred at the 8:45 mark of the third quarter when a virtual measurement confirmed Clyde Edwards-Helaire secured a first down after a 2-yard run.
Linebacker Isaiah Stalbird was highly active, especially in the second half, registering four tackles—one for a six-yard loss—and deliv...