For the third time in the last four years, the Los Angeles Chargers' season came to an end in the wild-card round.

Patriots defensive tackle Milton Williams turned in a strong performance in the win. The Super Bowl-winning DT sacked Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert twice in the game. Williams’ second sack turned out to be the game-deciding tackle that closed the door on a potential Chargers comeback in the fourth quarter.

Here is an in-depth look at each team, from how their 2025 season went and what their salary cap and free agent situations look like to their draft capital and glaring needs.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert asserted he "didn't play well enough" in Sunday's 16-3 AFC Wild Card Round loss to the New England Patriots. His head coach may be of a different opinion.