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NFL · Week 18 · January 5, 2025 · 12 min read

Los Angeles Chargers vs. Las Vegas Raiders: 2024 Week 18 Recap

Chargers defeat Raiders 34–20 in Week 18

Justin Herbert led Fantasy Impact as Chargers prevailed in a 34–20 Week 18 finish.

Los Angeles Chargers 34 11–6 Winner
Final 34–20
Las Vegas Raiders 20 4–13
Winner
Los Angeles Chargers
Final score
34–20
Halftime
Los Angeles Chargers 17–10 Las Vegas Raiders
Top passer
Justin Herbert
FantasyHQ MVP
Justin Herbert
Game date
January 5, 2025

Top fantasy performers · Chargers

  • Justin Herbert
    Justin Herbert 28/40 · 379 YDS · 3 TD +23.7 Fantasy Impact
  • Quentin Johnston
    Quentin Johnston 13 REC · 186 YDS +12.3 Fantasy Impact
  • Ladd McConkey
    Ladd McConkey 5 REC · 95 YDS +5.5 Fantasy Impact

Top fantasy performers · Raiders

  • Jakobi Meyers
    Jakobi Meyers 9 REC · 123 YDS · 1 TD +4.6 Fantasy Impact
  • Tre Tucker
    Tre Tucker 3 REC · 24 YDS +1.9 Fantasy Impact
  • Desmond Ridder
    Desmond Ridder 1/2 · 11 YDS +0.3 Fantasy Impact

Quick answer

Winner
Los Angeles Chargers
Final score
Los Angeles Chargers 34–20 Las Vegas Raiders
Halftime
Los Angeles Chargers 17–10 Las Vegas Raiders at halftime
FantasyHQ MVP
Justin Herbert
Top passer
Justin Herbert
Biggest EPA play
(5:08) 11-C.Dicker 51 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16…
Game date
2025-01-05

Game summary

The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Las Vegas Raiders 34–20 on 2025-01-05. Justin Herbert posted a game-high +23.71 total EPA in the passing.

The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 27 combined points.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Q1Q2Q3Q4T
Los Angeles Chargers314320034
Las Vegas Raiders3737020

Scoring Map

Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.

LACLos Angeles Chargers
LVLas Vegas Raiders

FantasyHQ Analytics

Scoring timeline

16 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. LVLas Vegas Raiders
    Q1 2:50FG
    Daniel Carlson

    Points+3

    Yard line
    LAC 22
    Score
    0-3

    (2:50) 2-D.Carlson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.

  2. LACLos Angeles Chargers
    Q1 0:14FG
    Cameron Dicker

    Points+3

    Yard line
    LV 15
    Score
    3-3

    (:14) 11-C.Dicker 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.

  3. LVLas Vegas Raiders
    Q2 13:09TD
    Jakobi Meyers

    Points+6

    Yard line
    LAC 25
    Score
    3-9

    (13:09) (Shotgun) 12-A.O'Connell pass deep left to 16-J.Meyers for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.

  4. LVLas Vegas Raiders
    Q2 13:04XP
    Daniel Carlson

    Points+1

    Yard line
    LAC 15
    Score
    3-10

    2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.

  5. LACLos Angeles Chargers
    Q2 5:32FG
    Cameron Dicker

    Points+3

    Yard line
    LV 14
    Score
    6-10

    (5:32) 11-C.Dicker 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.

  6. LACLos Angeles Chargers
    Q2 1:10FG
    Cameron Dicker

    Points+3

    Yard line
    LV 31
    Score
    9-10

    (1:10) 11-C.Dicker 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.

  7. LACLos Angeles Chargers
    Q2 0:14TD
    DJ Chark

    Points+6

    Yard line
    LV 6
    Score
    15-10

    (:14) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass short middle to 9-D.Chark for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.

  8. LACLos Angeles Chargers
    Q2 0:10Safety
    Justin Herbert

    Points+2

    Yard line
    LV 2
    Score
    17-10

    TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 10-J.Herbert pass to 15-L.McConkey is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.

  9. LACLos Angeles Chargers
    Q3 7:13FG
    Cameron Dicker

    Points+3

    Yard line
    LV 1
    Score
    20-10

    (7:13) 11-C.Dicker 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.

  10. LVLas Vegas Raiders
    Q3 2:20FG
    Daniel Carlson

    Points+3

    Yard line
    LAC 29
    Score
    20-13

    (2:20) 2-D.Carlson 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.

  11. LACLos Angeles Chargers
    Q4 13:36TD
    Will Dissly

    Points+6

    Yard line
    LV 2
    Score
    26-13

    (13:36) 10-J.Herbert pass short middle to 81-W.Dissly for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN [49-C.Snowden].

  12. LACLos Angeles Chargers
    Q4 13:32XP
    Cameron Dicker

    Points+1

    Yard line
    LV 15
    Score
    27-13

    11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.

  13. LACLos Angeles Chargers
    Q4 3:43TD
    Hassan Haskins

    Points+6

    Yard line
    LV 2
    Score
    33-13

    (3:43) 62-S.Mustipher reported in as eligible. 28-H.Haskins right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.

  14. LACLos Angeles Chargers
    Q4 3:38TD
    Cameron Dicker

    Points+7

    Yard line
    LV 15
    Score
    34-13

    11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.

  15. LVLas Vegas Raiders
    Q4 0:30TD
    Brock Bowers

    Points+6

    Yard line
    LAC 12
    Score
    34-19

    (:30) (Shotgun) 12-A.O'Connell pass short right to 89-B.Bowers for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.

  16. LVLas Vegas Raiders
    Q4 0:25XP
    Daniel Carlson

    Points+1

    Yard line
    LAC 15
    Score
    34-20

    2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.

Stars of the game

Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).

  1. 1Justin HerbertJustin Herbert · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +23.71 total EPA · 40 snaps · +0.59 EPA/play
  2. 2Quentin JohnstonQuentin Johnston · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +12.28 total EPA · 14 snaps · +0.88 EPA/play
  3. 3Ladd McConkeyLadd McConkey · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +5.53 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.61 EPA/play
  4. 4Jakobi MeyersJakobi Meyers · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +4.61 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
  5. 5Will DisslyWill Dissly · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.10 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.52 EPA/play
  6. 6Tre TuckerTre Tucker · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +1.87 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.47 EPA/play
  7. 7Hassan HaskinsHassan Haskins · Los Angeles Chargers · Rushing · +1.33 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.11 EPA/play
  8. 8DJ CharkDJ Chark · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +1.28 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.43 EPA/play

FantasyHQ Game MVP

Highest total EPA with the player's top snap and the game's biggest single play when different.

Justin Herbert

FantasyHQ Game MVP

Justin Herbert — LAC · Passing

Justin Herbert posted the highest total EPA (+23.71) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Los Angeles Chargers. Across 40 counted snaps, they averaged +0.59 EPA per play.

Justin Herbert's top snap (+3.73 EPA): (2:23) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass deep left to 15-L.McConkey to LV 20 for 47 yards (25-D.Richardson).

Biggest single play (-4.49 EPA): Cameron Dicker — (5:08) 11-C.Dicker 51 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.

Quarterback report card

Justin Herbert led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Chargers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.

  • Justin HerbertJustin Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers) · 40 dropbacks · 70.0% completion · +10.0% CPOE · +0.59 EPA/play · +23.71 total EPA
  • Aidan O'ConnellAidan O'Connell (Las Vegas Raiders) · 37 dropbacks · 64.9% completion · +4.4% CPOE · -0.06 EPA/play · -2.23 total EPA

Team stats comparison

Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.

StatLos Angeles ChargersLas Vegas Raiders
Offensive EPA/play+0.213+0.009
Offensive success rate55.9%52.2%
Pass EPA/play+0.593-0.050
Rush EPA/play-0.034-0.178
Defensive EPA/play-0.009-0.213
Defensive success rate47.8%44.1%

Drive & efficiency notes

Despite the final score, Los Angeles Chargers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.21 vs +0.01), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.

Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):

  • Los Angeles Chargers: +0.21 EPA/play (91st percentile vs. 2024 team-game averages)
  • Las Vegas Raiders: +0.01 EPA/play (47th percentile vs. 2024 team-game averages)
  • Los Angeles Chargers: 10 drives, +19.77 total EPA, 7 scoring drives
  • Las Vegas Raiders: 10 drives, +0.59 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals

Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.

Touchdowns

  • Jakobi MeyersLas Vegas Raiders — Jakobi Meyers (Aidan O'Connell pass) (Q2 13:09)
  • DJ CharkLos Angeles Chargers — DJ Chark (Justin Herbert pass) (Q2 0:14)
  • Will DisslyLos Angeles Chargers — Will Dissly (Justin Herbert pass) (Q4 13:36)
  • Hassan HaskinsLos Angeles Chargers — Hassan Haskins (Q4 3:43)
  • Brock BowersLas Vegas Raiders — Brock Bowers (Aidan O'Connell pass) (Q4 0:30)

Field goals

  • Daniel CarlsonLas Vegas Raiders — Daniel Carlson (Q1 2:50)
  • Cameron DickerLos Angeles Chargers — Cameron Dicker (Q1 0:14)
  • Cameron DickerLos Angeles Chargers — Cameron Dicker (Q2 5:32)
  • Cameron DickerLos Angeles Chargers — Cameron Dicker (Q2 1:10)
  • Cameron DickerLos Angeles Chargers — Cameron Dicker (Q3 7:13)
  • Daniel CarlsonLas Vegas Raiders — Daniel Carlson (Q3 2:20)
Quarter by quarter

Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.

The opening quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the LAC 22 (Q1 2:50) — (2:50) 2-D.Carlson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 15 (Q1 0:14) — (:14) 11-C.Dicker 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott..

The second quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 14–7. Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 25 (Q2 13:09) — (13:09) (Shotgun) 12-A.O'Connell pass deep left to 16-J.Meyers for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q2 13:04) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 14 (Q2 5:32) — (5:32) 11-C.Dicker 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 31 (Q2 1:10) — (1:10) 11-C.Dicker 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 6 (Q2 0:14) — (:14) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass short middle to 9-D.Chark for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers registered a safety from the LV 2 (Q2 0:10) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 10-J.Herbert pass to 15-L.McConkey is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS..

The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 1 (Q3 7:13) — (7:13) 11-C.Dicker 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.; Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the LAC 29 (Q3 2:20) — (2:20) 2-D.Carlson 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole..

The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 20–7. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 2 (Q4 13:36) — (13:36) 10-J.Herbert pass short middle to 81-W.Dissly for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN [49-C.Snowden].; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 15 (Q4 13:32) — 11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 2 (Q4 3:43) — (3:43) 62-S.Mustipher reported in as eligible. 28-H.Haskins right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 15 (Q4 3:38) — 11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 12 (Q4 0:30) — (:30) (Shotgun) 12-A.O'Connell pass short right to 89-B.Bowers for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q4 0:25) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole..

Turning points

Plays that moved win probability the most.

  • Las Vegas Raiders (Q2 0:44) — (:44) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 12-A.O'Connell pass short right intended for 22-A.Mattison INTERCEPTED by 0-D.Henley at LV 34. 0-D.Henley to LV 30 for 4 yards (22-A.Mattison). [WPA -20.2% · EPA -4.09]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 2:23) — (2:23) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass deep left to 15-L.McConkey to LV 20 for 47 yards (25-D.Richardson). [WPA +13.0% · EPA +3.73]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 5:59) — (5:59) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert sacked at LV 43 for -10 yards (69-A.Butler). [WPA -9.3% · EPA -3.56]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 5:08) — (5:08) 11-C.Dicker 51 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott. [WPA -9.2% · EPA -4.49]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q3 7:13) — (7:13) 11-C.Dicker 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott. [WPA -8.0% · EPA +0.01]
Impact plays

Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.

  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 5:08) — (5:08) 11-C.Dicker 51 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott. [WPA -9.2% · EPA -4.49]
  • Las Vegas Raiders (Q2 0:44) — (:44) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 12-A.O'Connell pass short right intended for 22-A.Mattison INTERCEPTED by 0-D.Henley at LV 34. 0-D.Henley to LV 30 for 4 yards (22-A.Mattison). [WPA -20.2% · EPA -4.09]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 2:23) — (2:23) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass deep left to 15-L.McConkey to LV 20 for 47 yards (25-D.Richardson). [WPA +13.0% · EPA +3.73]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 5:59) — (5:59) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert sacked at LV 43 for -10 yards (69-A.Butler). [WPA -9.3% · EPA -3.56]
Every scoring play

Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.

  1. Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q1 2:50 · LAC 22 · Score 0-3
    (2:50) 2-D.Carlson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.
  2. Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q1 0:14 · LV 15 · Score 3-3
    (:14) 11-C.Dicker 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.
  3. Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q2 13:09 · LAC 25 · Score 3-9
    (13:09) (Shotgun) 12-A.O'Connell pass deep left to 16-J.Meyers for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  4. Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q2 13:04 · LAC 15 · Score 3-10
    2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.
  5. Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 5:32 · LV 14 · Score 6-10
    (5:32) 11-C.Dicker 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.
  6. Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 1:10 · LV 31 · Score 9-10
    (1:10) 11-C.Dicker 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.
  7. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 0:14 · LV 6 · Score 15-10
    (:14) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass short middle to 9-D.Chark for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  8. Los Angeles Chargers Safety (+2) — Q2 0:10 · LV 2 · Score 17-10
    TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 10-J.Herbert pass to 15-L.McConkey is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
  9. Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q3 7:13 · LV 1 · Score 20-10
    (7:13) 11-C.Dicker 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.
  10. Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q3 2:20 · LAC 29 · Score 20-13
    (2:20) 2-D.Carlson 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.
  11. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 13:36 · LV 2 · Score 26-13
    (13:36) 10-J.Herbert pass short middle to 81-W.Dissly for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN [49-C.Snowden].
  12. Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 13:32 · LV 15 · Score 27-13
    11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.
  13. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 3:43 · LV 2 · Score 33-13
    (3:43) 62-S.Mustipher reported in as eligible. 28-H.Haskins right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  14. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+7) — Q4 3:38 · LV 15 · Score 34-13
    11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.
  15. Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q4 0:30 · LAC 12 · Score 34-19
    (:30) (Shotgun) 12-A.O'Connell pass short right to 89-B.Bowers for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  16. Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q4 0:25 · LAC 15 · Score 34-20
    2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.

Key takeaways

What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.

  • Los Angeles Chargers earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
  • Justin Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
  • Justin Herbert (LAC) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
  • Aidan O'Connell (LV) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).

Frequently asked questions

Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders on 2025-01-05?

The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Las Vegas Raiders 34-20 in Week 18, 2024.

What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?

Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 3, Las Vegas Raiders 3; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 14, Las Vegas Raiders 7; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 3, Las Vegas Raiders 3; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 20, Las Vegas Raiders 7; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 34, Las Vegas Raiders 20.

Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?

Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — J. Meyers (A. O'Connell pass) (Q2 13:09) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — D. Chark (J. Herbert pass) (Q2 0:14) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — W. Dissly (J. Herbert pass) (Q4 13:36) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — H. Haskins (Q4 3:43) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — B. Bowers (A. O'Connell pass) (Q4 0:30) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — D. Carlson (Q1 2:50, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — C. Dicker (Q1 0:14, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — C. Dicker (Q2 5:32, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — C. Dicker (Q2 1:10, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — C. Dicker (Q3 7:13, 3 pts) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — D. Carlson (Q3 2:20, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.

How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?

Justin Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers), 70.0% completion, +10.0% CPOE, +0.59 EPA per dropback, +23.71 total passing EPA. Aidan O'Connell (Las Vegas Raiders), 64.9% completion, +4.4% CPOE, -0.06 EPA per dropback, -2.23 total passing EPA.

Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?

Justin Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +23.71 total EPA on Passing plays. across 40 snaps. Their top snap (+3.73 EPA): (2:23) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass deep left to 15-L.McConkey to LV 20 for 47 yards (25-D.Richardson)..

Season records after this game

Los Angeles Chargers

Entered 10-6 Now 11-6 W

Las Vegas Raiders

Entered 4-12 Now 4-13 L