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Chargers Fire Coaches After Disappointing Playoff Loss

1/14/2026

Summary

Story summary

Los Angeles Chargers fired offensive coordinator Greg Roman and offensive line coach Mike Devlin after a 16-3 wild-card loss to the New England Patriots.
The team scored only three points in the wild-card game, continuing offensive struggles.
Injuries plagued the offensive line, contributing to the poor performance.
Head coach Jim Harbaugh signaled change; the Chargers will seek an offensive coordinator to support quarterback Justin Herbert, who has yet to win a playoff game.

History

Historical Context

In 2013, the Philadelphia Eagles fired head coach Andy Reid after a disappointing 4-12 season, ending his 14-year tenure marked by a 58.7% winning percentage. This shift in coaching dynamics reflects the NFL's increasing pressure on teams to adapt, as seen in the Los Angeles Chargers' recent dismissal of offensive coordinator Greg Roman amid struggles to maximize quarterback Justin Herbert's potential.

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Story summary

Los Angeles Chargers fired offensive coordinator Greg Roman and offensive line coach Mike Devlin after a 16-3 wild-card loss to the New England Patriots.
The team scored only three points in the wild-card game, continuing offensive struggles.
Injuries plagued the offensive line, contributing to the poor performance.
Head coach Jim Harbaugh signaled change; the Chargers will seek an offensive coordinator to support quarterback Justin Herbert, who has yet to win a playoff game.

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