Austin Ekeler rushed for two touchdowns while Justin Herbert threw another two touchdowns, as the Chargers (10-6) dominated the Rams 31–10 on Jan.1 for the battle for Los Angeles.
Ekeler surpassed LaDainian Tomlinson’s franchise record of 100 receptions, becoming the fifth running back in league history with 100 receptions finishing with 103; he gained 122 yards on 10 carries and 18 total touchdowns in front of 70,240 at SoFi stadium.
Austin Ekeler (30) of the Los Angeles Chargers runs the ball during the second quarter in the game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Jan. 1, 2023. (Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)
Herbert completed 21–for–28 for 212 yards, completing seven receptions to Mike Williams for 94 yards….