Chargers stun the Chiefs 27-21 in Sao Paulo, flipping the script on KC’s international dominance. Justin Herbert rewired the offense for 318 yards and three TDs, aided by an improved receiving corps and a confident call by Greg Roman. Keenan Allen joined the 60-TD Chargers club with a late 11-yard score, while Allen’s teammates stretched the field with crisp routes. Mekhi Becton battled through weariness, and a sharper Chargers defense kept Mahomes mostly in check until the final minutes.

KC’s Patrick Mahomes still burned hot in the second half, piling up 160 passing yards and 42 rushing, including a highlight convert from a wild Derwin James blitz to JuJu Smith-Schuster and a Travis Kelce 37-yard TD. Hollywood Brown added a crucial 49-yard connection on fourth-and-7 to keep KC alive, but a methodical 11-play Chargers march sealed it. The Chiefs’ first regular-season loss abroad remains, while the Chargers shift momentum and set a bar for the rest of their season.

Omarr Norman-Lott is out for Kansas City’s Brazil opener, and Mekhi Becton will play for the Chargers after an illness. Chiefs inactive: Jalen Royals, Jared Wiley, Elijah Mitchell, Omarr Norman-Lott, Hunter Nourzad, Malik Herring. Chargers inactive: RJ Mickens, Tucker Fisk, Nikko Reed, Kyle Kennard, Oronde Gadsden, Naquan Jones, Foster Sarell. Kickoff at 7 p.m. CT; YouTube and local TV will carry the game.

Philadelphia enters 2025 as reigning champions but with less preseason buzz than recent winners. The offense is already humming, Barkley remains a dynamic focal point, and the Tush Push is still a potent short-yardage weapon. Vic Fangio’s defense should stay stout even with some turnover, keeping Philly in the mix for top fantasy and real-world results.

Philadelphia’s offense returns 10 of 11 starters from SB59; Mekhi Becton’s departure opens a hole, but Tyler Steen could grow into a solid replacement with Jeff Stoutland coaching. Hurts’ dual-threat profile pairs with Barkley’s burst, while the defense’s youth and Fangio’s scheme bolster the team’s upside. In a crowded NFC, Philly should still command significant attention for SB60 consideration.

With Chiefs’ dynasty aura lingering and NFC depth uncertain, Philly’s path to another title remains bright but not as loud. Fantasy managers should target Barkley, Hurts and Steen as linchpins, while Fangio’s defense offers steady fantasy upside through turnovers and stops, even if the offseason chatter isn’t overwhelming.

Chargers camp shuffles center stage as Mekhi Becton returns to practice, bringing a sizeable veteran body back into the mix along the offensive line. Branson Taylor has been tapped to audition at both tackle spots while Rashawn Slater heals, expanding the depth chart and potential competition for Weeks 1–4. In parallel, early roster math tightens with KLS and Tre Harris viewed as locks or near-locks for final roster spots ahead of the preseason finale.

Across the NFL, attention shifts to quarterback plans and veteran wideouts, with Minnesota exploring upgrades and Aaron Rodgers signaling optimism about Roman Wilson. Travis Hunter is back in limited work as teams monitor health and possible upside. Fantasy managers should watch how these depth and health pendulums swing—particularly along the Chargers’ line and the Vikings’ receiver board—as rosters firm up for the regular season.

For Chargers fans, the immediate fantasy implication centers on line protection and run game identity, plus whether depth players can carve roles in a crowded WR and OL group. For fantasy bettors, the developments at tackle and the potential early-season roles for new or re-deployed receivers could steer Week 1 projections and weekly lineup decisions.

Philadelphia’s roster shake-ups continue to echo through fantasy rosters. Mekhi Becton’s exit to Los Angeles opened a door for Tyler Steen to seize starting right guard duties, with Philadelphia keeping veteran depth around him—Brett Toth and Matt Pryor in the wings, and Trevor Keegan in the mix. The move underscores the Eagles’ tendency to gamble smartly in free agency, saving money at guard and leaning on internal development. Becton’s health in Chargers camp adds a layer of uncertainty to his legacy, while the Carson Wentz and A.J. Brown trades remain a reminder that blockbuster moves can quietly shift fantasy ceilings for multiple players. Steen’s emergence is a clarion call for fantasy managers to monitor Philadelphia’s interior line mechanics, as improved blocking could unlock Hurts and the skill-position group, especially if Becton’s injury timeline stretches.

In LA, Becton’s absence from Chargers practices after a quiet entry to the lineup fuels questions about roster fit and injury timing. The situation highlights how a former champion’s fortunes can hinge on a fresh start and health. As Philadelphia’s line solidifies behind Steen, the door remains open for seizing late-round guards who could seize Week 1 roles, with the potential for real-season gains if the front five locks in. The dynamic between Steen, Toth, and Pryor will shape both run and pass protection, offering a nuanced angle for fantasy bettors tracking weekly line shifts and matchup dependencies.