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Laekin Vakalahi News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 4
Chargers Roster Spotlights: Laekin Vakalahi, From Rugby to American Football
Laekin Vakalahi, born January 28, 2003, in Auckland, New Zealand, started his career as a junior rugby league player for the Ormeau Shearers. While he later moved to Melbourne, where he played basketball as his sport of choice, with no reports giving information on whether he was playing professionally or recreationally.
The Two Most Important Chargers That No One is Talking About for 2026
The Los Angeles Chargers have been going through significant changes this off-season. The Chargers have been focused on the installation of new plays and terminology while getting familiar with the new faces on the roster and coaching staff before returning for training camp in late July.
Chargers’ Edge Akheem Mesidor Making a Good First-Round Impression
Age is just a number. Of course, so are quarterback sacks. Jim Harbaugh’s club has quite the trifecta when it comes to edge rushers. There’s 35-year-old Khalil Mack, 2025 Pro Bowler Tuli Tuipulotu (who turns 24 on September 3), and 25-year-old rookie Akheem Mesidor.
The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz
In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?
25 first-round NFL picks that left fans confused
The NFL Draft always delivers many twists and turns that leave fans and analysts scratching their heads. This list isn't looking at hindsight and finding the biggest busts in history.
NFL News / Yardbarker / July 3
How Chargers' Mike McDaniel is trying to get Justin Herbert to reach major goal
Mike McDaniel wants Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert "to master and be elite at everything" he does and also be "able to own the position in a new way."
Los Angeles Chargers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 2
Mike McDaniel is making notable change for Justin Herbert
Mike McDaniel is already making his presence felt for the Los Angeles Chargers. The new Chargers offensive coordinator McDaniel has made a notable change for star quarterback Justin Herbert this offseason.
Tuli Tuipulotu News / Pro Football Rumors / July 2
PFR Originals: Diggs, RBs, GMs, Edge Rushers, Tuipulotu
Here is a quick rundown of PFR’s latest originals: Stefon Diggs remains one of the top veterans still on the open market. Connor Byrne listed six potential destinations for the accomplished wideout.
Justin Herbert News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 2
Justin Herbert Primed for Shocking Jump After Nosedive in Latest Rankings
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is the definition of overlooked. Herbert is a quiet star quarterback only just starting to come out of
Travis Burke News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 2
Chargers Roster Spotlights: Travis Burke, a Rookie Mauling Mammoth Offensive Lineman
Travis Burke, born on January 6, 2003 in Florida, played his high school ball at South Broward, where he was coached by his father on the offensive line, his father being a former college football player himself.
Chargers’ ‘Sneaky-Good Moves’ Deservingly Catch Fire Nationally
Get used to hearing about the Los Angeles Chargers this summer. An NFL team being an “offseason winner” doesn’t always translate to on the field when the games start to matter.
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.
Tuli Tuipulotu News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 1
'He's a Guy Who's Gonna Bring the Fight to You': Tuli Tuipulotu on NFL's Top 100
Los Angeles Chargers edge rusher Tuli Tuipulotu is coming off a career year in 2025 where he led the top-ranked Chargers defense and officially notched 13 sacks.
Tre Harris News / LAFB Network / July 1
Will 2026 Be Chargers’ Wide Receiver Tre Harris’ Breakout Season?
Los Angeles Chargers Wide receiver Tre Harris had quite the year in his last season at Ole Miss. In 2024, according to Pro Football Focus (PFF), when looking
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 1
AFC Notes: Tom Brady, Quentin Johnston, Broncos, Chargers, Raiders
Broncos OC Davis Webb was reminded about his time with the Bills when the team traded for WR Stefon Diggs to pair with QB Josh Allen, given that Denver traded for WR Jaylen Waddle to pair with QB Bo Nix.
3 Chargers Who Won't Be on the Roster by Week 1
The Los Angeles Chargers have undergone more roster churn than most over the last few years after Jim Harbaugh’s arrival. Resetting a program means big turnover.
Trey Pipkins News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 1
Chargers Roster Spotlights: Trey Pipkins III, One of LA's Best Comeback Stories
Trey Pipkins III, born on September 5, 1996, played his high school football at Apple Valley (Minn.) High School, where he helped his team to the state playoffs for the first time in 19 years.
Los Angeles Chargers News / A to Z Sports / July 1
NFL players just put even more pressure on the Chargers to lock up one of the league’s rising stars
Los Angeles has a rising star on their hands, and fans across the NFL just got put on notice The Los Angeles Chargers enter 2026 with a lot of promise, but with their own fair share of question marks.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / July 1
Washington Commanders 2026 NFL Season Preview
By the end of the Commanders’ 5-12 disaster in 2025 — which halted all the progress Jayden Daniels and Co. had made the year before during their run to the NFC Championship Game — it was clear this was a team in need of an overhaul.
Why Chargers' Cornerback Competition Matters More Than Anyone Thinks
The Los Angeles Chargers will return from their post-OTA break when training camp officially opens on July 28th. Los Angeles' rookies will be reporting five days earlier on the 23rd.
Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 30
The 1 mistake Chargers made amid excellent offseason
While the Los Angeles Chargers have made the playoffs the past two seasons, they’ve been bounced in the Wild Card Round each time. The franchise is trying to ensure things are different in 2026.
Trevor Penning News / Pro Football Rumors / June 30
Trevor Penning In Mix For Bolts’ LG Job
Trevor Penning‘s career has not brought position stability. The would-be Saints Terron Armstead successor could not stick at left tackle with New Orleans and eventually ended up at two other spots with his initial NFL team.
D.J. Uiagalelei News / Pro Football Rumors / June 27
Chargers QB DJ Uiagalelei Could Push For Backup Gig During Training Camp
As things stand, Trey Lance is in position to spend another year as the Chargers’ backup quarterback. He could have competition in the form of DJ Uiagalelei this summer, however.
Los Angeles Chargers News / A to Z Sports / June 24
Chargers have a critical decision to face on a rising young star, and the clock is ticking
Los Angeles is entering a contract year for one of their best young players, and they can ill afford to see him leave. The Los Angeles Chargers didn’t have to look far to make their second-r0und selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.
Los Angeles Chargers News / A to Z Sports / June 22
Chargers’ undrafted free agent could be in position to snatch job from former first-round pick
A second-year Chargers UDFA signee has had an impressive offseason. Now, it’s time for it all to come together when it counts, and if that happens, it could lead to a notable name clawing to keep his job.
Los Angeles Chargers News / Yardbarker / June 20
Does Chargers QB Justin Herbert's reputation match his resume?
Justin Herbert is widely regarded as one of the league’s best quarterbacks, often named along with Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen.
Brenen Thompson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 19
Chargers Sign Fourth-Round WR Brenen Thompson, Wrap Up Draft Class
The Los Angeles Chargers announced they have signed fourth-round WR Brenen Thompson to a rookie contract. Thompson is the final Chargers’ draft pick to sign their rookie deal.
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