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Chargers | Justin Herbert not on injury report as Chargers begin Ravens prep Thu Nov 12, 07:23 PM
Chargers QB Justin Herbert was not on the team's injury report on Thursday as the Chargers began preparations for Monday night's game at the Ravens. Herbert injured the middle finger on his left hand in Sunday's loss to the Texans.
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey does not practice Thursday ahead of Week 10 Thu Nov 12, 06:33 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey (back) did not practice on Thursday, the team's first injury report ahead of Monday's Week 10 game at the Ravens. McConkey was listed as questionable to return in last Sunday's game against the Texans with a back injury. He was one of nine Chargers who did not practice Thursday.
| Footballguys view: McConkey has back spasms, and that's what kept him out of action in Week 9. Fantasy GMs have until Saturday to see what McConkey's final status is on the injury report as the Chargers play on Monday Night Football against the Ravens. Stay tuned. |
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Chargers | TE Hayden Rucci released by Chargers Tue Nov 10, 05:31 PM
The Los Angeles Chargers released TE Hayden Rucci.
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Chargers | Justin Herbert avoids finger fracture, should be 'good to go' Tue Nov 10, 12:19 AM
Chargers QB Justin Herbert avoided a fracture of the middle finger on his left, non-throwing hand in Sunday's loss to the Texans, head coach Jim Harbaugh said on Monday. Herbert should be "good to go" moving forward, The Athletic reported.
| Footballguys view: Herbert had his left hand surgically repaired during the 2025 season after breaking a bone in the back of the hand during a Week 13 game. He played through the injury and expects to play through his current injury, he said postgame. The Chargers, who play the Ravens on Monday Night Football in Week 10, have lost 11 consecutive games. |
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Chargers | Justin Herbert has possible fracture in left middle finger, 'could be a fracture' Sun Nov 8, 08:16 PM
Chargers QB Justin Herbert left Sunday's 44-22 loss to the Texans in the fourth quarter after injuring the middle finger on his left, non-throwing hand. "It could be a fracture," head coach Jim Harbaugh said, adding, "We'll find out," and noted that he made the decision to pull Herbert, who wanted to stay in the game.
| Footballguys view: Herbert, who appeared to hurt his finger while trying to stiff-arm Texans DT Logan Hall on a sack and was sacked eight times in the game, will undergo further testing on Monday. Herbert, who played through a broken bone in his left hand during the 2025 season before having it surgically repaired, expects to play through this injury: "I'll do whatever I can to make sure I'm 100%." The Chargers face the Ravens in Week 10. |
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Chargers | Justin Herbert injures middle finger on left hand, stays in game Sun Nov 8, 07:32 PM
Chargers QB Justin Herbert injured the middle finger on his left hand on a fourth-quarter sack by Texans DT Logan Hall in Sunday's 44-22 loss. Herbert finished 13-of-23 for 193 yards with a touchdown and an interception and was sacked eight times.
| Footballguys view: As SI.com reported, it appeared from close-up views on the broadcast that Herbert either broke or dislocated his middle finger on his left non-throwing hand. He went on to finish the drive and score the Chargers' first touchdown in nearly 40 offensive possessions. He would not return and was replaced by backup DJ Uiagalelei, while Hebert was seen with a massively taped glove and covering on his left hand. More on this as further developments come to light. |
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Chargers | Johnston catches 1 pass for 58 yards, a touchdown in loss to Texans Sun Nov 8, 07:31 PM
Los Angeles Chargers WR Quentin Johnston ran 1 time for 5 yards and also caught 1 pass for 58 yards and a touchdown on 4 targets in Sunday's 44-22 loss to the Houston Texans. He was projected for 5.6 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 12.8.
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Chargers | Justin Herbert appears to injure middle finger on left hand, exits in fourth quarter Sun Nov 8, 07:15 PM
Chargers QB Justin Herbert appeared to injure the middle finger on his left hand during Sunday's game against the Texans. Herbert left the game in the fourth quarter, with the score at 41-15 when he departed.
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Chargers | WR Tre Harris returns to the game Sun Nov 8, 06:25 PM
Chargers WR Tre Harris has returned to Sunday's game against the Texans after being injured in the third quarter.
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Chargers | WR Tre Harris injured in the third quarter vs. Texans Sun Nov 8, 06:06 PM
Chargers WR Tre Harris was injured on a play in the third quarter of Sunday's game against the Texans with 13:03 left. No return designation has been posted yet.
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Ladd McConkey hurts back in warmups, doesn't play against Texans Sun Nov 8, 04:18 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey hurt his back in pregame warmups and did not play in Sunday's game against the Texans.
| Footballguys view: McConkey's back spasms give us just another reason to worry about a player who can't seem to stay healthy. He's going to get dropped in a lot of redraft leagues after giving teams a zero today, and it might not be the best idea to pick him up even though the Chargers' schedule finally gets less difficult after a game at Baltimore next week. |
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Chargers | Chargers giving 'hard nos' to trade calls on Herbert, McConkey, Mack Sun Nov 8, 07:05 AM
Chargers QB Justin Herbert, WR Ladd McConkey and DE Khalil Mack are among the players drawing trade calls from rival general managers, and those calls "keep receiving hard nos," ESPN's Adam Schefter reported. "The Chargers don't like the message of giving up on the season," Schefter wrote.
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Mike McDaniel to call plays from coaches' box vs. Texans as Chargers offense struggles Sat Nov 7, 12:13 PM
Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel said he will call plays from the coaches' box instead of the sideline during Sunday's Week 9 game against the Texans. "I want to try [to] call plays from the box to kind of see adjustments for myself and communicate to the position coaches appropriately what things we can focus on between series," McDaniel said, and head coach Jim Harbaugh said he is "all for it." The 0-7 Chargers haven't scored a touchdown since Oct. 11 and are averaging an NFL-low 14.1 points per game, while QB Justin Herbert has an NFL-worst 10 interceptions. McDaniel last called plays from the box as the 49ers' offensive coordinator in 2021.
| Footballguys view: The Chargers are trying to find answers for their awful offense. We'll see how long the McDaniel/Herbert combination can stay together because this outcome is worse than anyone ever thought was possible. Against the Texans in Week 9, Herbert is a QB3 for Fantasy GMs. |
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Chargers | TE David Njoku doubtful for Week 9 Fri Nov 6, 06:40 PM
Chargers TE David Njoku (lower leg) is listed as doubtful on the Week 9 injury report. David Njoku was limited in Friday's practice.
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Chargers | WR Brenen Thompson doubtful for Week 9 Fri Nov 6, 06:40 PM
Chargers WR Brenen Thompson (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful on the Week 9 injury report. Brenen Thompson did not participate in Friday's practice.
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Chargers | David Njoku 'likely' to return to practice this week Mon Nov 2, 07:15 PM
Chargers TE David Njoku likely will return to practice this week, head coach Jim Harbaugh said on Monday. Njoku went on injured reserve after injuring his fibula in Week 2 and has missed the past five games. He caught six of eight targets for 67 yards before the injury. The Chargers have leaned on TEs Oronde Gadsden and Charlie Kolar in his absence.
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Chargers | Harbaugh sticking with McDaniel calling plays after 0-7 start: 'We're the only ones that can fix them' Sun Nov 1, 10:07 PM
Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh still plans to let offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel call plays after Sunday's 24-9 loss to the Rams dropped the team to 0-7. Los Angeles failed to score a touchdown for the second straight game, with all nine points coming on Cameron Dicker field goals. Asked about McDaniel's future, Harbaugh said, "We're aware of what the issues are, and we're the only ones that can fix them," adding that the team's motivation is "a dedication to getting it changed, getting it fixed." QB Justin Herbert completed 24 of 32 passes for 257 yards with two interceptions and was sacked twice, while the Chargers ran for just 64 yards.
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Chargers | Derwin James Jr. placed on injured reserve Sat Oct 31, 04:00 PM
The Chargers placed S Derwin James Jr. on injured reserve on Saturday. James had already been ruled out for Sunday's game at the Rams with a hamstring injury after suffering a setback in his rehab. In corresponding moves, the team signed CB Isas Waxter to the active roster and elevated CB Kaiir Elam from the practice squad for Sunday's game.
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Chargers | WR Brenen Thompson ruled out for Week 8 Fri Oct 30, 07:15 PM
Chargers WR Brenen Thompson (quadriceps) is listed as out on the Week 8 injury report. Brenen Thompson did not participate in Friday's practice.
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey set to play Sunday vs. Rams Fri Oct 30, 04:36 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey is set to play in Sunday's Week 8 game at the Rams. McConkey had been in the concussion protocol this week but was a full participant in practice on Wednesday.
| Footballguys view: McConkey looked great for about the first quarter of Week 1 before suffering a rib injury. Other injuries have piled up since, and McConkey's season has been mostly lost. The Chargers can hopefully figure things out coming out of last week's bye. Until they can show that, though, McConkey is a risky WR3. |
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Chargers | Tre' Harris off injury report, set to play vs. Rams Fri Oct 30, 04:35 PM
Chargers WR Tre' Harris (hamstring) is off the injury report and set to play in Sunday's Week 8 game at the Rams. Harris was limited in practice on Wednesday and Thursday.
| Footballguys view: With the winless Chargers coming off their bye, the hope is that they made some changes to get the offense back on track. You can't trust Harris in lineups, but he's worth a stash in extremely deep leagues. |
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Chargers | Derwin James ruled out for Week 8 at Rams Fri Oct 30, 04:17 PM
Chargers S Derwin James Jr. has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 8 game at the Rams with a hamstring injury. James suffered a setback in his rehab earlier this week and was described as likely to land on injured reserve.
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Chargers | Derwin James suffered 'setback' in rehab, could go on IR Wed Oct 28, 06:16 PM
Chargers S Derwin James Jr. (hamstring) did not practice on Wednesday. Head coach Jim Harbaugh said earlier Wednesday that James had a setback in his rehab and could potentially go on injured reserve.
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey a full participant Wednesday Wed Oct 28, 06:16 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey (concussion) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. It was the Chargers' first injury report ahead of Sunday's Week 8 game at the Rams.
| Footballguys view: McConkey and a simplified offense can help the Chargers look better in Week 8. The matchup is better than some would think, and if McConkey is out there, we like him as a flex play with upside. Coming off a bye with tons to prove, the Chargers could use a good game here. |
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Chargers | Chargers sticking with Mike McDaniel as play-caller coming out of bye at 0-6 Wed Oct 28, 05:29 PM
Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh said on Wednesday that offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel will continue calling plays after the team's 0-6 start and Week 7 bye. "We're very confident in Mike and his talent, his work ethic and his ability," Harbaugh said, per The Athletic. "We continue to be." QB Justin Herbert has completed 59.4% of his passes with five touchdowns and eight interceptions, tied for the league high, and has been sacked 21 times, while the Chargers rank last in the NFL in points per game (15) heading into Sunday's game against the Rams.
| Footballguys view: The Chargers want to simplify some things on offense coming out of the bye. We imagine the team will use less pre-snap motion, and they should emphasize the rushing attack. These things are part of what can get Herbert looking good again. |
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Chargers | Tre' Harris 'expected to practice' Wednesday Wed Oct 28, 03:30 PM
Chargers WR Tre' Harris (hamstring) is expected to practice on Wednesday, head coach Jim Harbaugh said. Harris injured his hamstring against the Broncos and was ruled out for the Week 6 game at Kansas City.
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Chargers | Harbaugh 'going to look at everything' as McDaniel's OC job in question at 0-6 Sun Oct 18, 08:48 PM
There is "growing buzz" that the Chargers will part ways with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel after Sunday's 22-6 loss to the Chiefs dropped them to 0-6.
| Footballguys view: The Chargers failed to score a touchdown Sunday, have scored 90 points in six games, and QB Justin Herbert threw his eighth interception of the season. Asked whether McDaniel will call plays when the team returns from its bye to play the Rams in Week 8, head coach Jim Harbaugh said, "We're going to look at everything . . . (the offense) needs to be addressed." If the Chargers make a move, passing-game specialist and former Jets head coach Adam Gase is expected to take over the offense. We'll be watching for more. |
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Chargers | McConkey held to 1 catch for 17 yards in loss to Chiefs Sun Oct 18, 07:30 PM
Los Angeles Chargers WR Ladd McConkey caught 1 pass for 17 yards on 1 target in Sunday's 22-6 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. He was projected for 8.6 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 2.2.
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey ruled out with concussion vs. Chiefs Sun Oct 18, 05:07 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey was ruled out of Sunday's game against the Chiefs with a concussion. He caught 1 pass for 17 yards on 1 target in Sunday's 22-6 loss.
| Footballguys view: It seems like it is always going to be something with McConkey and durability, which was the one real concern about his translation to the NFL when he was in the 2024 NFL draft class and was selected early in the second round by the Chargers. The Chargers have a bye next week, so hopefully he'll be back for Week 8 with a chance to find his form once the Chargers are through the rough Week 4-10 stretch the schedule makers put together for this beleaguered team. |
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey being evaluated for a head injury vs. Chiefs Sun Oct 18, 05:04 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey is being evaluated for a head injury during Sunday's game at the Chiefs. McConkey had been limited in practice on Wednesday with a foot injury but carried no injury designation for the game.
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Chargers | WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling released by Chargers Sat Oct 17, 05:56 PM
The Los Angeles Chargers released WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
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Chargers | WR Brenen Thompson questionable for Week 6 Fri Oct 16, 06:50 PM
Chargers WR Brenen Thompson (quadriceps) is listed as questionable on the Week 6 injury report. Brenen Thompson was limited in Friday's practice.
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Chargers | Quentin Johnston off injury report, set to return vs. Chiefs Fri Oct 16, 03:31 PM
Chargers WR Quentin Johnston (chest) is off the injury report and set to play in Sunday's Week 6 game at the Chiefs. Johnston was ruled out of the Week 5 game against the Broncos with the chest injury.
| Footballguys view: Johnston has put together a disappointing Year 4 so far, averaging just 27 scoreless yards per game before picking up this chest injury. He'll be back out there on Sunday and only needs one big play to make his day. But he's in break-glass-in-case-of-emergency territory until the Chargers can look like a legitimate NFL team. |
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Chargers | Derwin James ruled out for Week 6 at Chiefs Fri Oct 16, 03:12 PM
Chargers S Derwin James Jr. has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 6 game at the Chiefs, the team announced on Friday.
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Chargers | Tre' Harris ruled out for Week 6 at Chiefs Fri Oct 16, 03:12 PM
Chargers WR Tre' Harris has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 6 game at the Chiefs, the team announced on Friday.
| Footballguys view: Harris missed all week of practice with a hamstring injury. There was hope he could step up with Ladd McConkey and Quentin Johnston out, but an injury quickly derailed that plan. McConkey and Johnston are both back now, and Harris will likely return to a full receiver room when he's healthy. |
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey has no injury designation for Week 6 at Chiefs Fri Oct 16, 03:12 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey has no injury designation for Sunday's Week 6 game at the Chiefs. McConkey was limited in Wednesday's practice with a foot injury, after being active but not expected to play meaningful snaps in Sunday's loss to the Broncos.
| Footballguys view: McConkey was active last week but didn't log any snaps. Fantasy managers felt that sting last week and may worry about another similar situation this week. But a full practice on Friday suggests he'll be active and should play. We only saw a flash of healthy McConkey this year before a rib injury in Week 1. This foot injury followed the rib injury, and he's been a fantasy liability since. This is the first week you can confidently put McConkey back in your lineup at WR3. We understand, though, if you'd like to take a week to see it before moving him up from the bench. |
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Chargers | Derwin James misses practice again, on track to sit vs. Chiefs Thu Oct 15, 06:25 PM
Chargers S Derwin James Jr. (hamstring) did not practice on Thursday, his second straight missed session this week. James missed Week 5, and his continued absence from practice suggests he is on track to miss Sunday's game at the Chiefs as well. CB Donte Jackson (hamstring) and RT Joe Alt (neck) were also out again.
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Chargers | RB Alec Ingold placed on injured reserve Thu Oct 15, 12:00 PM
The Los Angeles Chargers placed RB Alec Ingold on injured reserve on Thursday.
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey limited at Wednesday practice ahead of Week 6 Wed Oct 14, 06:28 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey (foot) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday, the first injury report ahead of Sunday's Week 6 game at the Chiefs.
| Footballguys view: McConkey was active against the Broncos on Sunday but was not expected to play meaningful snaps because of the foot injury. It seemed like he might be close to returning last week, and a limited participation on Wednesday is a good sign. |
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WR Tre' Harris held to 2 catches for 16 yards in loss to Broncos Sun Oct 11, 07:21 PM
Los Angeles Chargers WR Tre Harris caught 2 passes for 16 yards on 4 targets in Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Denver Broncos. He was projected for 9.9 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 2.6.
| Footballguys view: Harris suffered a hamstring injury during the third quarter and did not return to the game. The team was already struggling at the position. Quentin Johnston was out with a chest injury, and Ladd McConkey was active, but only because the team has too many injured players for their inactive spots. With a Week 6 game against the Chiefs coming, veteran Marquez Valdes-Scantling, return specialist Derius Davis, and tight ends Oronde Gadsden, Charlie Kolar, and Hayden Rucci, who scored on a 7-yard catch in the third quarter, will have to help fill the void. |
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Chargers | Vidal runs for 57 yards, one TD in loss to Broncos Sun Oct 11, 07:21 PM
Los Angeles Chargers RB Kimani Vidal ran 8 times for 57 yards and a touchdown and also caught 1 pass for -1 yards on 2 targets in Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Denver Broncos. He was projected for 3.3 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 12.1.
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Chargers | Tre' Harris questionable to return with hamstring injury Sun Oct 11, 06:06 PM
Chargers WR Tre' Harris is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Broncos due to a hamstring injury.
| Footballguys view: Harris didn't return and finished the game with two catches for 16 yards on four targets. Quentin Johnston was out with a chest injury and Ladd McConkey was active, but only because the team has too many injured players for their inactive spots. The Chargers passing game is in shambles heading into a rough road game at Arrowhead Stadium. Harris can be dropped if you picked him up because of the opportunity he was going to have as the team's leading receiver this week. |
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey active but 'not expected to play meaningful snaps' vs. Broncos Sun Oct 11, 02:49 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Broncos but is not expected to play meaningful snaps. McConkey was listed as questionable after missing practice during the week, and he had been reported as not expected to play earlier Sunday.
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey 'not expected to play' Sunday vs. Broncos Sun Oct 11, 07:04 AM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey is not expected to play Sunday against the Broncos. McConkey did not practice this week due to a foot injury and is listed as questionable.
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Chargers | QB Trey Lance placed on injured reserve Sat Oct 10, 04:45 PM
Chargers QB Trey Lance (groin) has been placed on injured reserve. ESPN lists an estimated return of November 16.
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Chargers | Chargers likely to start four rookie offensive linemen in front of Herbert vs. Broncos Sat Oct 10, 01:31 PM
The Chargers are likely to start four rookie offensive linemen alongside RG Cole Strange in front of QB Justin Herbert on Sunday against the Broncos: LT Logan Taylor, LG Jake Slaughter, C Jacob Spomer and RT Travis Burke. LG Kayode Awosika (fibula), Trey Pipkins III (knee), RT Joe Alt (neck) and reserve guard Trevor Penning (concussion) are all out, and LT Rashawn Slater was placed on injured reserve after undergoing surgery for a high-ankle sprain. Herbert has been sacked 12 times and pressured nearly 70 times in four games. "I think they're built for it [and] prepared for it," Herbert said of the young linemen.
| Footballguys view: Good luck with that. Herbert has been sacked more at this point in his career than Andrew Luck was with the Colts at the same point. Going with a David Carr approach at quarterback (let your passer get beat up all the time) is not a great plan for the Chargers. They need to do everything they can to protect Herbert against a ferocious Broncos defense that can get after the passer with Nik Bonitto. Expect plenty of quick game on Sunday to keep the Broncos at bay. |
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Chargers | TE Charlie Kolar questionable for Week 5 Fri Oct 9, 05:30 PM
Chargers TE Charlie Kolar (forearm) is listed as questionable on the Week 5 injury report. Charlie Kolar was limited in Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Kolar avoided an IR designation after injuring his forearm and is expected to return in the next week or two. The Chargers are hurting at receiver right now, with Quentin Johnston and Brenen Thompson out and Ladd McConkey pessimistically questionable. Kolar could play an in-line role, allowing the Chargers to lean on Oronde Gadsden II as a pure receiver. While Kolar isn't personally in the fantasy discussion, his return could open some things up for a flailing Chargers offense. |
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Chargers | WR Brenen Thompson ruled out for Week 5 Fri Oct 9, 05:30 PM
Chargers WR Brenen Thompson (quadriceps) is listed as out on the Week 5 injury report. Brenen Thompson did not participate in Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: No Quentin Johnston. Ladd McConkey banged up. And now no Thompson. Just when you thought things couldn't get any worse for the Chargers, the Week 5 injury report dropped. Tre' Harris is essentially the last man standing here and should be peppered with targets. Oronde Gadsden II should also run as a receiver despite his tight end designation. Luckily for Harris, Pat Surtain II is out, which makes him an appealing volume-based WR3. But this matchup could be a disaster for the Chargers. |
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Chargers | Derwin James out Sunday vs. Broncos Fri Oct 9, 04:33 PM
Chargers S Derwin James Jr. (hamstring) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Broncos. James was questionable last week with the hamstring injury.
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Chargers | Quentin Johnston ruled out for Sunday Fri Oct 9, 04:33 PM
Chargers WR Quentin Johnston (chest) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Broncos. WR Ladd McConkey (foot) is questionable.
| Footballguys view: Johnston practiced in a limited capacity all week and was declared out. Despite a full week of DNPs, the Chargers list McConkey as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos. McConkey also entered last week's game with a questionable tag. He caught neither of his two targets on 24 snaps before reinjuring himself and leaving the game. Late afternoon questionable tags are a headache. It's probably best to bench McConkey this week and take whatever better option you have in the early slate. This Chargers offense has been horrendous to start the season, and they'll have a tough matchup against a stout Denver defense. If McConkey goes off on your bench, great! You'll have a bit more faith starting him in Week 6 against the Chiefs. But the more likely outcome is that he'll play a limited role, or not at all. McConkey looked great at the start of Week 1, but a rib injury slowed him down. Now with the added foot injury, McConkey moves down the ranks into the "we'll wait until we see it" tier. He's benchable until we get a full game or a clean week of practice. With Johnston out and McConkey far from his normal level, expect second-year receiver Tre' Harris to be the team's top target, while Oronde Gadsden II should also get extra work. |
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