Los Angeles Times

Bill Plaschke: Right or wrong, coach Brandon Staley, and Chargers fans, must live with his decisions

LOS ANGELES — Five years after barging into town unwanted and unloved, the Chargers finally are making themselves at home. They have a breathtaking young quarterback, with Justin Herbert capturing the imagination and LeBron-sized headlines. They have an energized a young fan base that slowly is taking over SoFi Stadium, with Chargers' jerseys now seen from Valencia to San Clemente. They have ...

LOS ANGELES — Five years after barging into town unwanted and unloved, the Chargers finally are making themselves at home.

They have a breathtaking young quarterback, with Justin Herbert capturing the imagination and LeBron-sized headlines.

They have an energized a young fan base that slowly is taking over SoFi Stadium, with Chargers' jerseys now seen from Valencia to San Clemente.

They have bundles of buzz, with folks still talking about that chilling Sunday night game against the Las Vegas Raiders, everyone marveling at their dramatic efforts despite a loss that knocked them from the playoffs.

In taking their first serious strides toward becoming Los Angeles' favorite team, the Chargers have the right star, the right culture, the right branding … but have yet to answer the most important question.

Do they have the right coach?

Is bold, brainy but baffling Brandon

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times4 min read
Tyler Glasnow Dominates And Max Muncy Hits Three Home Runs In Dodgers’ Blowout Win
LOS ANGELES — As much as it pained Kyle Snyder to see Tyler Glasnow traded from Tampa Bay to the Los Angeles Dodgers last December, the Rays pitching coach predicted the move would benefit the 6-foot-8 right-hander from Santa Clarita. “I genuinely th
Los Angeles Times2 min read
California Roads Damaged By Storms Could Get Help With Gov. Newsom's Emergency Declaration
LOS ANGELES — Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency Friday to help fund badly needed repairs of roads battered during this year's storms, including scenic Topanga Canyon Boulevard that was blocked by millions of tons of debris. The govern
Los Angeles Times2 min read
Bodies Found In Baja California During Search For Missing Tourists, Mexican Officials Say
MEXICO CITY — Mexican officials said three bodies have been found in the same remote stretch of Baja California where two Australian brothers and their American friend went missing last week while on a surf trip. The bodies were recovered south of th

Related Books & Audiobooks