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NFL News: Chargers' Derwin James warns Mike Tomlin's Steelers before Sunday game

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James spoke out in the hours leading up to the game against Mike Tomlin's Pittsburgh Steelers.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James
Ā© Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty ImagesLos Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James

On Sunday, the Los Angeles Chargers and Pittsburgh Steelers will face off in NFL Week 3, a game that promises a high level of play between two teams with perfect 2-0 records. The Chargers players spoke to the press and Derwin James dared to give his opinion on the matchup against Mike Tomlinā€˜s team.

The Chargers opened the NFL season with a 22-10 win over the Las Vegas Raiders and a 26-3 triumph over the Carolina Panthers. They were two resounding victories that provide confidence to any player, in this case with special emphasis to James.

ā€œOnly one team can leave that field undefeated. We’ll see Sundayā€, warned the Chargers strong safety James about the duel against the Steelers. In addition, the 28-year-old recounted how he played against Pittsburgh quarterback Justin Fields. ā€œHe does a great job when you’ve got him covered up, extending those plays on third down. Being able to keep him in the pocket and make sure we plaster and cover them down the fieldā€œ, said James.

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Chargers HC Harbaugh stated about facing the Steelers

Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh stated about facing the Pittsburgh Steelers, who are 2-0 and will be playing their home debut this season. ā€œIt’s a home opener against a team that will likely contend for the playoffs. Let’s see what we’re made of,ā€ he said.

Head coach Jim Harbaugh of the Los Angeles Chargers

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 08: Head coach Jim Harbaugh of the Los Angeles Chargers looks on during the third quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium.

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Harbaugh also noted the Steelers’ defensive strength. ā€œIt’s one of the best defensive lines,ā€ he declared. In addition, the Chargers coach praised Pittsburgh HC Mike Tomlin. ā€œCompeting against his team, it’s pulls it out of you. Nothing but respect. Tremendous football coachā€, sentenced.

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When will the Los Angeles Chargers vs Pittsburgh Steelers play?

Pittsburgh Steelers will host Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday in Week 3 of the 2024 NFL season at Acrisure Stadium. Both teams are undefeated and on a two-game winning streak, so one of the teams will suffer its first loss of the campaign.

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