: The Dolphins lead the all-time series 20–18 (including postseason). The first meeting occurred on October 2, 1966, where the Chargers won 44–10.
: Quarterback Justin Herbert escaped a sack from Jaelan Phillips to complete a 42-yard pass to Ladd McConkey, putting the Chargers in scoring range. Los Angeles Chargers vs Miami Dolphins
: Before the 2025 win, the Dolphins had won the 2023 season opener 36–34 in a high-scoring shootout where Tua Tagovailoa threw for 466 yards. : The Dolphins lead the all-time series 20–18
: Trailing 27–26 with only 46 seconds remaining after a Darren Waller touchdown, the Chargers relied on a 40-yard kickoff return from Nyheim Hines to gain field position. : Before the 2025 win, the Dolphins had
The most recent chapter in the Los Angeles Chargers vs. Miami Dolphins rivalry was a dramatic 29–27 victory for the Chargers on October 12, 2025. Sun, Oct 12 Chargers won! The Recent Thriller (October 2025)