The Los Angeles Chargers got a big win Sunday vs the New York Giants, 37-21. In the win, they got solid performances from their back up wide receivers Jalen Guyton and Joshua Palmer. Both players went over 65 yards receiving with a touchdown each. The Chargers were forced into that situation after news that Pro Bowl wide receiver Keenan Allen was inactive this week after contracting COVID-19.

After the game, Chargers head coach Brandon Staley addressed Keenan Allen's ability to play this Thursday night.

Staley said the expects Keenan Allen to be ready to play against the Kansas City Chiefs Thursday. It is a game with massive implications for both the AFC West division as well as the wild card standings.

After Sunday's win, the Chargers improved to 8-5. They are one game behind the Chiefs in the AFC West; however, they beat the Chiefs earlier this season. So, if they can beat them again Thursday, they will have won the season series and will lead the division.

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Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert would love to have his top weapon with him for what should be a high-scoring affair. Allen leads the Chargers in receptions with 86 and receiving yards with 929.

Herbert made history Sunday. He became the first quarterback in NFL history to throw for 30 or more touchdown passes in each of his first two seasons.

However, in the win the Chargers might have lost their tailback. Austin Ekeler left the game with an ankle injury. He will have tests on Monday to determine the severity of the injury.