The Los Angeles Chargers walked into Week 4 with a chance to match franchise history. A victory over the winless New York Giants would give the Bolts their first 4-0 start since 2002. Plus boost their status as the league's best team.

But the Bolts are left with shouldering blame in multiple areas.

Brian Daboll chose rookie Jaxson Dart over past Chargers rival Russell Wilson. The Giants then lost Malik Nabers to a horrific torn ACL . And L.A. sacked the first time NFL starter six times.

Yet L.A. still took a 21-18 loss to one of the last remaining winless teams left through the first four weeks. Here's where the blame lies across the board.

Pass protection failed Chargers

Losing star tackle Joe Alt obviously left an imprint . But still, new concerns rise about the protection for

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