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Depleted Chargers Shock Indy

San Diego loses star to injury, faces unbeaten New England next

By Mike Buss,  Newser Staff

Posted Jan 13, 2008 5:20 PM CST
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(Newser) – San Diego lost its starting quarterback and star rusher today but still clinched an upset over the Indianapolis Colts, 28-24, the AP reports. Backup QB Billy Volek led a 78-yard scoring drive late in the fourth quarter and the Chargers' D stiffened against Indy's passing attack. But San Diego running back LaDainian Tomlinson and starting hurler Philip Rivers departed with knee injuries.

The Chargers weathered a 402-yard passing onslaught by Manning and picked him off twice, both on tipped passes on likely scoring drives. San Diego also got strong games from backup running backs Michael Turner and Darren Sproles. The Chargers' reward for an eighth straight win? A game against undefeated New England in Foxboro, MA, where San Diego was soundly beaten in week two.

Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, right, congratulates San Diego Chargers coach Norv Turner after San Diego beat the Colts 28-24 in an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday in Indianapolis. Rumors have swirled about whether or not Dungy wants to return to coach the Colts next season. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, right, congratulates San Diego Chargers coach Norv Turner after San Diego beat the Colts 28-24 in an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday in Indianapolis. Rumors...   (Associated Press)
San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman (56) celebrates after the Chargers stopped the Indianapolis Colts short of the goal line in the fourth quarter of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008, in Indianapolis. San Diego went on to win 28-24 to advance to the AFC Championship...
San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman (56) celebrates after the Chargers stopped the Indianapolis Colts short of the goal line in the fourth quarter of an NFL divisional playoff football game...   (Associated Press)
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning questions the call that wide receiver Reggie Wayne was ruled out of bounds short of the goal line on a short pass in the third quarter against the San Diego Chargers on Sunday in Indianapolis. Indianapolis challenged the call and was awarded the touchdown after...
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning questions the call that wide receiver Reggie Wayne was ruled out of bounds short of the goal line on a short pass in the third quarter against the San Diego...   (Associated Press)
San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is treated on the sideline during the third quarter of an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is treated on the sideline during the third quarter of an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008, in Indianapolis....   (Associated Press)
San Diego Chargers running back Darren Sproles (43) races down the sidelines on a screen pass and goes 56 yards for a touchdown to end the third quarter of their game against the Indianapolis Colts Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Tom Strattman)
San Diego Chargers running back Darren Sproles (43) races down the sidelines on a screen pass and goes 56 yards for a touchdown to end the third quarter of their game against the Indianapolis Colts Sunday,...   (Associated Press)
San Diego Chargers wide receiver Chris Chambers (89) celebrates his 30-yard touchdown catch with teammate Craig Davis in the third quarter of their divisional playoff football game against the Indianapolis Colts Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008, in Indianapolis. The Chargers won 28-24. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
San Diego Chargers wide receiver Chris Chambers (89) celebrates his 30-yard touchdown catch with teammate Craig Davis in the third quarter of their divisional playoff football game against the Indianapolis...   (Associated Press)
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Marvin Harrison reacts after fumbling following a 17-yard pass reception in the first quarter of an NFL divisional playoff football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008, in Indianapolis. The Chargers' Marlon McCree recovered. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Marvin Harrison reacts after fumbling following a 17-yard pass reception in the first quarter of an NFL divisional playoff football game against the San Diego Chargers,...   (Associated Press)
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