In a flash, the Chargers have found themselves back in the AFC West conversation.
Running back Melvin Gordon had 150 total yards from scrimmage, a career-high nine receptions and two total touchdowns, and Nick Novak kicked the game-winning, 32-yard field goal to beat the Raiders 17-16 Sunday at the Oakland Coliseum.
Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers finished the game 25-of-36 for 268 yards, one touchdown and no turnovers. Tight end Hunter Henry caught five balls for 90 yards.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr's first pass attempt of the game was picked off by Chargers cornerback Trevor Williams. Los Angeles failed to capitalize on the turnover though, as Novak missed a 48-yard field goal.
Oakland turned its second possession of the game into an 11-play, 62-yard drive that ended with a 23-yard touchdown reception from Carr to wide receiver Michael Crabtree. The Raiders took a 7-0 lead into the second quarter.
After defensive end Joey Bosa's fifth sack of the season forced an Oakland punt, the Chargers offense used 14 plays to get down to the Raiders' half-yard line. On fourth down, Gordon's one-yard touchdown run tied the game at 7-7 after a Novak extra point.
Oakland -- aided by a 39-yard kickoff return by Cordarrelle Patterson -- took a 10-7 lead into halftime with a 44-yard field goal by kicker Giorgio Tavecchio.
Chargers linebacker Hayes Pullard intercepted Carr on the opening drive of the third quarter, but the offense again was unable to take advantage with points.
After stopping the Raiders on downs to open the fourth quarter, the Chargers offense took over at their own 41-yard line. Rookie wide receiver Mike Williams -- making his NFL debut -- caught a 15-yard pass from Rivers on a pivotal 3rd and 6 to move the chains. Five plays later, Gordon caught a six-yard touchdown pass from Rivers to give the Chargers their first lead of the game.
But Patterson's speed struck again on the next Raiders possession, as he dashed for a 47-yard touchdown run to give the Raiders a 16-14 lead after an extra-point miss by Tavecchio -- a miss that would eventually come back to haunt Oakland.
NEXT UP
The Chargers host the Denver Broncos next Sunday, Oct. 22nd at StubHub Center. Kickoff is at 1:25 p.m. Pacific Time on CBS.
The Chargers face division rival, the Oakland Raiders, for a week 6 away game matchup.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) drops back to pass against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Trevor Williams (24) runs after intercepting a pass against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Los Angeles Chargers' Desmond King (20) returns the opening kickoff against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) rolls out to pass against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) runs in front of Oakland Raiders linebacker Nicholas Morrow during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) gestures at the line of scrimmage during the first half of an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon, left, is congratulated by Spencer Pulley after scoring a touchdown against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn watches from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) passes against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper (89) is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers inside linebacker Korey Toomer (56) during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) passes against the Oakland Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (28) runs against the Oakland Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (28) runs against the Oakland Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (28) takes a handoff from quarterback Philip Rivers (17) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (28) hurdles over Oakland Raiders free safety Reggie Nelson (27) and cornerback T.J. Carrie (38) during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (28) scores a touchdown against the Oakland Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (28) celebrates in front of Oakland Raiders fans after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Oakland Raiders running back Jalen Richard (30) is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Charmeachealle Moore (50) during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Los Angeles Chargers kicker Nick Novak (9) celebrates with teammates after kicking the game winning field goal against the Oakland Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) greets Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) after an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. The Chargers won 17-16. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
