Herbert passes Chargers to victory over Chiefs
NFL notebook
The Associated Press Browns star defender Myles Garrett expects to play Sunday.
Justin Herbert threw for 318 yards and three touchdowns in outdueling Patrick Mahomes, and the Los Angeles Chargers beat Kansas City 27-21 on Friday night in Sao Paulo, snapping a seven-game skid to the Chiefs.
The NFL’s second game played in South America was streamed on YouTube.
Herbert became just the third quarterback in Chargers history with 300 yards and three TDs in a season opener. His 19-yard run for a first down dashed any comeback hopes the Chiefs had with 2:21 to play. He finished 25 of 34 and was sacked three times for the Chargers.
Mahomes was 24 of 39 for 258 yards, one touchdown and two sacks.
Herbert’s 23-yard TD pass to Quentin Johnston extended the lead to 26-18 with 5:02 remaining in the fourth. They hooked up for a 5-yard TD on the Chargers’ opening drive of the game.
Chased by Khalil Mack, Mahomes threw incomplete to Marquise Brown on first-and-goal at the LA 9. Two more incomplete passes brought on Harrison Butker, whose 27-yard field goal cut the deficit to 27-21 with 2:34 remaining.
The Chiefs closed to 20-18 on Mahomes’ 37-yard TD pass to Kelce early in the fourth. The 2-point conversion failed as Mahomes’ pass was incomplete.
Browns
BEREA, Ohio — Myles Garrett returned to practice after missing Thursday because of a hip injury.
He says he’s ready for the Browns’ season opener against the Bengals on Sunday. Garrett has a history of success against Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, sacking him nine times in their matchups. Burrow acknowledges Garrett as a top pass rusher, emphasizing the need to be aware of him during the game.
Sunday’s game will feature Garrett and Cincinnati’s Trey Hendrickson, two of last season’s top pass rushers. Garrett aims to lead the league in sacks this year, focusing on team success.
Bengals
CINCINNATI — Center Ted Karras has signed a one-year contract extension with the Cincinnati Bengals worth $5 million. The deal goes through the 2026 season. Karras, who joined the Bengals in 2022, has started 53 games and played 99.5% of their offensive snaps.
Coach Zac Taylor praised Karras for his leadership and performance. The Bengals open the season on Sunday at Cleveland. Karras is entering his 10th season and anchors an offensive line that has struggled to protect quarterback Joe Burrow. Burrow was sacked 48 times last season, tied for fourth most in the league.




