The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 22-10 on Saturday night from ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Los Angeles' offense was held to 198 total yards and under 20 points for the first time this season. Quarterback Philip Rivers finished 23-of-37 for 181 and two interceptions. Running back Melvin Gordon had 41 rushing yards on 12 carries and a touchdown after a three-game absence.
Down 16-10 with 2:54 remaining, Rivers found tight end Antonio Gates for an 11-yard gain, but he fumbled. The ball was scooped up by cornerback Tavon Young, who raced 62 yards for a touchdown that put the game out of reach.
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Adrian Phillips tackles during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Adrian Phillips celebrates his tackle during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Jatavis Brown and Adrian Phillips celebrate Phillips' tackle during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Michael Davis breaks up a pass intended for Michael Crabtree during the first half in an NFL football game Saturday, Dec. 22, 2018, in Carson, Calif.
Hayes Pullard tackles Ravens RB Kenneth Dixon during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Keenan Allen celebrates catching a pass from Philip Rivers during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Melvin Gordon runs the ball during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Mike Williams during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Brandon Mebane stops Ravens RB Kenneth Dixon during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Travis Benjamin runs after catching a pass from Philip Rivers during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Mike Williams catches the ball during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Casey Hayward waves at fans during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Virgil Green turns to run after catching a pass from Philip Rivers during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Jatavis Brown tackles Ravens RB Gus Edwards during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
The Bolts bring down Ravens QB Lamar Jackson during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Darius Philon tackles Ravens QB Lamar Jackson during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Desmond King celebrates during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Philip Rivers throws the ball during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Justin Jackson runs downfield during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Keenan Allen celebrates a catch during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Justin Jackson runs downfield during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Donnie Jones and Michael Badgley slap hands after a successful field goal during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Michael Badgley watches his field goal attempt sail through the uprights during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Casey Hayward swats the ball for an incomplete pass during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Adrian Phillips celebrates a tackle during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Casey Hayward swats the ball away from Ravens WR Michael Crabtree during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon scores against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half in an NFL football game Saturday, Dec. 22, 2018, in Carson, Calif.
Melvin Gordon celebrates his touchdown during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Melvin Gordon celebrates his touchdown during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Adrian Phillips celebrates a tackle during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
The Bolts work to stop the run during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Melvin Ingram recovers a fumble during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Melvin Ingram celebrates recovering a fumble during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Brandon Mebane and Melvin Ingram celebrate Ingram's fumble recovery during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Melvin Gordon runs downfield during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Melvin Gordon runs downfield during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Derek Watt tackles during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Derek Watt celebrates his tackle during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Derwin James swats the ball away during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Joey Bosa looks to stop Raven's RB Kenneth Dixon during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Tyrell Williams runs after catching a pass from Philip Rivers during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Mike Williams runs downfield during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Keenan Allen jumps to catch the ball during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Justin Jackson runs the ball during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Nick Dzubnar keeps the punt out of the end zone during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Nick Dzubnar celebrates keeping the punt out of the end zone during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Nick Dzubnar and Kyle Emanuel celebrate during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
Joey Bosa on the field during the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens at ROKiT Field at StubHub Center.
On the first play of the game, Ravens cornerback Brandon Carr intercepted Rivers on a ball intended for wide receiver Mike Williams. Baltimore immediately capitalized with a 43-yard rush by rookie running back Gus Edwards, which set up a 24-yard field goal by Justin Tucker.
Baltimore had 81 rushing yards in the first quarter (7.4 yards per carry) with momentum entering the second. Threatening to score on a fourth-and-goal from the Chargers' two-yard line, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson threw an incomplete pass in the end zone to wide receiver Michael Crabtree.
Los Angeles had four offensive possessions after Rivers' interception on the game's opening play. Three ended in punts; the final was a nine-play, 65-yard drive ending with a 38-yard Michael Badgley field goal to make the score 6-3 Baltimore at halftime. The Ravens' offense held the ball for 19:54 in the first half.
The Ravens started the second half the same way the Chargers began the first: with a turnover. A Kenneth Dixon fumble – forced by defensive tackle Darius Philon – was recovered at Baltimore's 17-yard line by defensive end Melvin Ingram. Three plays later, Gordon punched in a one-yard touchdown run that gave L.A. a 10-6 lead.
It took two plays for a Baltimore response. Jackson connected with tight end Mark Andrews for a 68-yard touchdown to retake the lead. Tucker would later add to the Ravens' advantage in the third quarter with a 56-yard field goal. The final score of the game was Young's defensive touchdown.
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Los Angeles will close the 2018 regular season on the road against the Denver Broncos. Kickoff from Broncos Stadium at Mile High is on Sunday, Dec. 30 at 1:25 p.m. Pacific (CBS).
