Chargers vs. Redskins 2013, Week 9: Washington win in overtime, keeps playoff dream alive

After leading 24-14 in the fourth quarter, the Chargers cut the lead to 24-21 and had first and goal at the 1-yard line in the final seconds. However, San Diego could not get into the end zone, settling for the tie before ultimately falling in overtime.

Over at Bolts From The Blue, John Gennaro wrote about his issues with the play calling at the goal line that led to the crushing defeat:

Rookie receiver Keenan Allen was extremely effective for the Chargers, as he totaled 128 yards receiving and a touchdown.

The Washington Redskins were one-point favorites, according to OddsShark. Their narrow win means they covered the spread.

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We like two things in life: Fat Guy Touchdowns and Pinball Interceptions: two moments where football ceases to make sense.

In Redskins-Chargers, we got both of them in one play:

Game Date/Time and Location: 1 p.m. ET Sunday at FedExField, Landover, Md.

TV schedule and distribution map: CBS; The506.com

Over at Bolts From The Blue, John Gennaro writes about general manager Tom Telesco missing an opportunity:

Mark Tyler of Hogs Haven discusses the offensive line’s issues when running the ball:

Rivers leads the Chargers to the East Coast this Sunday to face the struggling Skins in a game in which their favored by 1½ points.

The numbers suggest that Chargers are a smart bet to cover. They’ve rewarded bettors this season, going 5-1-1 ATS in 2013, while the Redskins have been just as bad ATS as they’ve been straight up, going 2-5.