The San Diego Chargers didn't need a 12th man against the Seattle Seahawks. The blazing sun sure helped, especially when the temperature on the field at kick-off reached 120 degrees. 'Heat was a big issue — that's the first time it's ever happened to me,' safety Earl Thomas said after the Seahawks lost 30-21. Antonio Gates, San Diego Chargers tight end, reacts after scoring during the game against Seattle Seahawks San Diego Chargers quarter back Philip Rivers throws a pass during first quarter of game against Seattle Seattle's vaunted defense was on the field most of the game, unable to stop the Chargers. At one point, Thomas received an IV.
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San Diego Chargers sprung a surprise as they beat Seattle Seahawks
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The Superbowl champions lost out by nine points to the hosts
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Antonio Gates had three touchdown catches for the Chargers
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