Jim Harbaugh's son James goes through full range of emotions as Chargers beat Broncos 34-27 in wild ending

Jim Harbaugh's son, James, went through a wide range of emotions as the Los Angeles Chargers beat the Denver Broncos 34-27 on Thursday Night Football.

The Chargers hosted the Broncos in a pivotal AFC West game, as both teams are holding on to a Wild Card spot. The winner could be playoff-bound, so James took to his Instagram story to share his emotions throughout the game.

James Harbaugh on Chargers win

James Harbaugh's thoughts

James Harbaugh's emotions during game

James Harbaugh after the game

As seen in four Instagram stories, Harbaugh experienced a variety of emotions. But he was glad the Chargers were able to pull off the win.

Los Angeles trailed 21-13 at the half and 24-19 after the third quarter. But, the Chargers outscored Denver 15-3 in the fourth quarter to get the big win to improve to 9-6.

Los Angeles can now clinch a playoff spot if the Indianapolis Colts and Miami Dolphins both lose on Sunday. If not, the Chargers just need one more win to clinch a playoff spot.

Jim Harbaugh praises Justin Herbert after comeback win over Broncos

Jim Harbaugh praises Justin Herbert - Source: Imagn

Jim Harbaugh heaped praise on Justin Herbert following the Los Angeles Chargers' comeback win over the Denver Broncos.

Herbert finished throwing for 284 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. After the game, Harbaugh said Herbert was a key reason for the Chargers' comeback win.

"He has the strength of 10 men," Harbaugh said, via NFL.com. "I know I've said that before. I truly believe it. He's definitely one of those guys that willed us to victory. It's incredible what he's able to do."

Herbert, meanwhile, said the goal was to win to improve their playoff chances, while also not letting Denver clinch a playoff spot:

"We talked about it all week how important these games are, especially, in December and January. We knew the implications of it. We emphasized all week that this is a playoff game for us.

"It's the environment, it's the team. They are very talented and an incredible team. So, for us to be able to pull away with one there, I thought it was awesome for us."

The Chargers will return to the field on Dec. 28 against the New England Patriots.