Chargers running back Darren Sproles is brought down by Colts linebacker Tyjuan Hagler after a short gain during the winning drive in overtime Saturday. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times)
Chargers running back Darren Sproles is brought down by Colts linebacker Clint Sessions, who was called for a facemasking penalty on the play late in regulation Saturday. The penalty was one of three against the Colts that gave San Diego first downs on the final drive, which tied the score at 17-17 and sent it into overtime. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times)
Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers fights off the rush of Indianapolis’ Robert Mathis before unloading a pass during the second half Saturday. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times)
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San Diego‘s Jyles Tucker and Tim Dobbins celebrate after sacking Colts quarterback Peyton Manning at the one-yard line in the fourth quarter Saturday. (Alex Gallardo / Los Angeles Times)
Chargers running back Darren Sproles loses his grip on the football at the two-yard line in the third quarter after a hit by the Colts’ Keyunta Dawson. Indianapolis recovered the ball in the end zone for a touchback. (Alex Gallardo / Los Angeles Times)
Colts tight end Gijon Robinson pulls away from San Diego cornerback Antonio Cromartie after a catch in the second quarter Saturday. (Alex Gallardo / Los Angeles Times)
Colts kick returner Chad Simpson fumbles the ball after a hit by San Diego’s Legadu Neene during Saturday’s playoff game. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times)
