The Los Angeles Chargers improved to 7-2 Sunday after beating the Raiders 20-6 at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
It was Los Angeles' sixth-straight win and capped off a 4-0 record since Week 5, which was the team's last game from ROKiT Field at StubHub Center. Running back Melvin Gordon had 165 total yards, including a 66-yard touchdown reception on the opening possession of the second half. Gordon has at least 120 total yards and a touchdown in his last five games -- all Chargers wins.
Philip Rivers finished 18-of-26 for 223 yards, two touchdowns and an interception. The defense held Oakland out of the end zone and sacked quarterback Derek Carr four times.
The Raiders executed a successful fake punt on the game's opening possession when punter Johnny Townsend raced 42 yards to Los Angeles' 21-yard line. Faced with a fourth-and-goal at the one-yard line, safety Derwin James stopped wide receiver Dwayne Harris on a jet sweep and the Chargers' took over on downs.
Los Angeles went three-and out on its only two possessions of the first quarter. A 46-yard field goal by Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson put Oakland up 3-0 after one.
Browse through the top game action photos as the Bolts take on the Oakland Raiders for Week 10's divisional matchup.
Philip Rivers during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Melvin Ingram tackles during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Casey Hayward and Jahleel Addae celebrate a tackle during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Uchenna Nwosu and Corey Liuget hit Derek Carr during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Casey Hayward, Jahleel Addae and Derwin James celebrate a tackle during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Melvin Ingram forces a fumble during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Corey Liuget celebrates his fumble recovery during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Melvin Gordon darts downfield during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Melvin Gordon runs downfield during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Philip Rivers on the field during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Adrian Phillips tackles Jalen Richard during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Melvin Gordon and Keenan Allen celebrate a touchdown during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) catches a touchdown against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018. (AP Photo/John Hefti)
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) catches a touchdown pass against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018. (AP Photo/John Hefti)
Melvin Gordon jumps over defenders during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Derek Watt and Melvin Gordon slap hands after Gordon's touchdown during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Melvin Gordon celebrates a touchdown during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Melvin Gordon and Derek Watt celebrate Gordon's touchdown during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Melvin Gordon runs downfield during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Melvin Gordon celebrates a touchdown during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Damion Square and Isaac Rochell during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Isaac Rochell celebrates sacking Derek Carr during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Philip Rivers throws the ball during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Corey Liuget runs the ball after a fumble recovery during the Week 10 matchup against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Tyrell Williams (16) catches a pass against Oakland Raiders cornerback Daryl Worley (20) during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018. (AP Photo/John Hefti)
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) is tackled by Oakland Raiders cornerback Nick Nelson (23) and nose tackle Ahtyba Rubin (93) during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018. (AP Photo/John Hefti)
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (81) runs against the Oakland Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018. (AP Photo/John Hefti)
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Tyrell Williams (16) runs against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018. (AP Photo/John Hefti)
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) runs between Oakland Raiders cornerback Nick Nelson (23) and nose tackle Ahtyba Rubin (93) during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018. (AP Photo/John Hefti)
With the Raiders threatening to increase their lead at the Chargers' 21-yard line, defensive end Melvin Ingram sacked Derek Carr, who fumbled. The ball was scooped up by defensive tackle Corey Liuget and he returned it 24 yards to Oakland's 40-yard line. The turnover resulted in a 27-yard Michael Badgley field goal, which tied the game 3-3.
After forcing a three-and-out on Oakland's next possession, the Chargers continued their domination in the second quarter. A nine-play, 81-yard drive ending in an 11-yard touchdown reception by wide receiver Keenan Allen put Los Angeles up 10-3 at halftime. The Chargers have outscored their opponents 89-34 in the second quarter this season.
Gordon's touchdown was the only score in the third quarter. Los Angeles went up 20-6 in the fourth quarter on a 41-yard field goal by Badgley, who set a team record for most points (24) without a missed kick through three games.
Defensive end Isaac Rochell notched 1.5 sacks. He now has 4.5 sacks in his last five games. Allen caught six balls for 57 yards and scored his first touchdown since Week 1.
UP NEXT
The Chargers return to ROKiT Field at StubHub Center to take on the Denver Broncos in Week 11. Kickoff is at 1:05 p.m. Pacific on CBS.
