The Chargers’ pass rush was unrelenting at MetLife Stadium. Los Angeles’ defense finished the game with 31 pressures and seven sacks out of true passing sets for the Jets. Six players finished with pass rush win percentages over 20%, including Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack.
Brandon Staley was asked after the game about seeing both of them on the field together, given availability issues previously.
When we’re healthy, that’s how we’ll rush…When they’ve (Bosa and Mack) been healthy together, that’s how they’ve played…The reason why we’re able to rush the way we are is the way we’re playing against the run.
Bosa has missed time in previous seasons and 2023 with injuries. The Chargers’ star missed one game this year with his fractured toe and hamstring. In the four games since the bye, Mack and Bosa have each registered 70+ PFF defensive grades in each contest.
The Chargers will look to keep up their positive pass-rush momentum against the Lions. It might not come easy: PFF ranks the Lions’ offensive line 1st in the league entering Week 10. Detroit is third in pass-blocking efficiency.
Hopefully, with Mack, Bosa, and Tuli Tuipulotu increasing their volume and staying healthy, the Chargers’ pass rush can stay hot down the stretch.