LAS VEGAS -- Much of the focus going into the Los Angeles Chargers' 20-9 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday night was on the matchup between the two head coaches -- Jim Harbaugh and Pete Carroll. Two coaching giants with a two-decade-old rivalry renewed on "Monday Night Football."
The game reflected two teams that embody their coach's mindsets -- physical offensive and defensive lines, big hits, and two physical first-round running backs. Ultimately, Harbaugh's Chargers dominated this game essentially from start to finish -- with an effective passing attack and stingy defense that didn't allow a touchdown and forced Raiders quarterback Geno Smith to throw three interceptions.