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| Chargers RB Michael Bennett scores on a 48-yard touchdown catch against the Falcons. |
Chargers starters roll
Philip Rivers and the San Diego Chargers' first-team offense got the fast start they wanted, even with LaDainian Tomlinson and Antonio Gates watching from the sideline.
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Rivers led touchdown drives in two of his three possessions in his first game since signing a contract extension, before the Atlanta Falcons' backups rallied to beat the Chargers 27-24 in a preseason game Saturday night.
Rivers completed 10 of 15 passes for 185 yards and one touchdown. He signed a six-year, $93 million extension Monday.
The Chargers frustrated the Falcons' defense with big third-down plays. They converted 7 of 8 third downs in the first half and 11 of 16 in the game.
