The San Diego Chargers ended a three-game losing streak by defeating the reeling Kansas City Chiefs 31-13.

The Chargers had a +13.0 advantage in The Trench Counter, gaining 7.2 yards per play compared to 4.8 for the Chiefs, along with a +2 edge in turnover differential. Kansas City, however, had a +5 edge in Total Rushes/Completions.

Philip Rivers went 18-for-20 for 220 yards, two touchdowns and one interception.

Ryan Mathews rushed 13 times for 67 yards without a fumble.

The Chargers pulled away early in the fourth quarter with a Malcom Floyd touchdown, followed by a Shaun Phillips fumble recovery for a touchdown and a Demorrio Williams 59-yard pick-six.

Matt Cassel went 19-for-29 for 181 yards, an interception and a fumble.

The Chargers limited Jamaal Charles to just 39 yards on 12 carries.