(Reuters) - After forcing thousands of Californians to evacuate and burning more than 100 structures, a stubborn wildfire burning northwest of Los Angeles on Friday challenged firefighting crews working to snuff it out even as fierce winds in the area calmed.

Over 10,000 people were ordered to evacuate from a wildfire northwest of Los Angeles as fierce seasonal winds blew flames into ranches and neighborhoods, destroying dozens of homes.

Thousands of people were urged to flee an out-of-control wildfire burning around communities near Los Angeles on Thursday, with scores of homes already lost to the fast-moving flames.

The Los Angeles Chargers (4-4) take on the Detroit Lions (6-2) in a Week 10 matchup at SoFi Stadium. The Chargers return home after beating the New York Jets 27-6 on Monday night. Keenan Allen made history by notching 10,

The Tennessee Titans will start Will Levis at quarterback Sunday vs the Chargers, marking a return from a three-game absence with a shoulder injury.

The 25-year-old was listed as a full participant on the practice report Thursday for the first time since Week 7.

Bronny James is expected to play in his first G League game on Saturday, following a schedule that will see the rookie shuttle between the Los Angeles Lakers and their G League affiliate.

The Los Angeles Lakers have assigned Bronny James to the G League, per ESPN's Shams Charania. James is expected to make his G League debut on Saturday for the South Bay Lakers against Salt Lake City.