Chargers pull ahead in OT to defeat Eagles in tight MNF win

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INGLEWOOD, Calif. -- In a season marred by inconsistency for the Los Angeles Chargers, their "Monday Night Football" outing appeared to be heading toward a loss in a similar fashion.

The Chargers' defense was suffocating, forcing five turnovers from Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts, the most in his career. But after an opening-drive touchdown, the Chargers' offense flatlined.

This time was different for the Chargers, however. In a thrilling 22-19 overtime win, quarterback Justin Herbert rushed for 66 yards, the third most in his career, just seven days after surgery on a fracture in his left hand. And L.A.'s defense got a stop when it needed it most, as safety Tony Jefferson…