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AFC West Quarterly Quarterback Rankings: Justin Herbert Falls to Last

Entering the 2026 NFL season, there were plenty of questions surrounding the quarterbacks in the division. Now, after four weeks, those questions have completely shifted and have led to the hierarchy becoming a bit clearer.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 10

3 Matchups Will Decide Chargers' Week 5 Game vs. Denver Broncos

The Los Angeles Chargers face a tough battle ahead against the Denver Broncos in week five. The Chargers' season, currently standing at 0-4, is on life support and any hope of a turnaround starts with taking down their AFC West rivals.

Khalil Mack News / Athlon Sports / October 10

Two NFL Executives Put a Price on Khalil Mack, and It’s One the Bears Can Easily Afford

The going rate for Khalil Mack is lower than his 116 career sacks would suggest, and the Chicago Bears can cover it. A general manager and an assistant GM on different teams each valued the Los Angeles Chargers edge rusher at a fifth-round pick, Jonathan Jones of The Athletic wrote in a report Saturday.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / TWSN / October 10

Derwin James Trade: 3 Potential Landing Spots

The Los Angeles Chargers are sitting at 0-4 and when you see their entire team, there’s a ton of questions around Jim Harbaugh, Mike McDaniel, and Justin Herbert.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Justin Herbert News / Athlon Sports / October 10

Justin Herbert Is Near the Bottom of the Latest Quarterback Rankings

Many have considered Justin Herbert to be one of the NFL’s most talented and capable quarterbacks ever since he entered the league in 2020. He set a league rookie record with 31 touchdown passes that year, and at 6-foot-6 and over 230 pounds, he’s an imposing figure who is built like a fullback.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 10

What is State of Chargers' Offensive Line Post Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater Injury News?

It is Week 5 of the 2026 NFL season, and the Los Angeles Chargers are already back to the same spot they seemingly have been stuck in since the inception of the franchise.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 10

Jim Harbaugh shares telling encounter with his former coach Mike Ditka

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh recounted one memorable moment he shared in Mike Ditka’s office. Ditka, who coached Harbaugh during the latter’s first six seasons as a quarterback for the Chicago Bears, died earlier this week at the age of 86.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 10

The Chargers’ Offensive Line Will Be Severely Depleted for Sunday’s Game vs. Broncos

After losing each of their first four games of this season, the Los Angeles Chargers have become banged up. They lost several players to injuries this past Sunday when they lost 30-23 to the Seattle Seahawks, and now, their list of injured players is long heading into this Sunday’s contest versus the Denver Broncos.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 9

3 Storylines I'm Watching Most in Chargers' Week 5 Matchup vs. Broncos

The Los Angeles Chargers are not dead yet, but their 2026 season is barely breathing. Justin Herbert and the Chargers showed that they still have fight left in them in the second half of their week four battle in Seattle against the Seahawks.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 9

Chargers Week 5 injury report vs. Broncos: What it means for fantasy football

The Los Angeles Chargers are dealing with another ugly injury situation heading into their Week 5 matchup against the Denver Broncos. With eight players missing practice Friday and several key contributors dealing with injuries, the Chargers could be difficult to trust when setting fantasy football lineups this weekend.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 9

Chargers’ Joe Alt, Derwin James ruled out for Broncos clash

Before the Los Angeles Chargers take on the Denver Broncos on Sunday, the team has received some key injury updates that could drastically change the outlook of the game.

Rashawn Slater News / Pro Football Rumors / October 9

Chargers LT Rashawn Slater Undergoes Surgery, Heading To IR

For a second straight year, Rashawn Slater will require an IR stint. The Chargers are moving their Pro Bowl left tackle off the roster following the high ankle sprain he sustained in Week 4.

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Keaton Mitchell News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 9

Fantasy Football Start or Sit: Tre' Harris, Keaton Mitchell Among Players Who Could Shine in Week 5

Week 5 brings some interesting choices for fantasy managers when it comes to the Los Angeles Chargers playmakers. With the Denver Broncos up next, managers

Jim Harbaugh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 9

NFL Trade Deadline Rumors Finally Loop in Chargers, Jim Harbaugh

Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers feel like perhaps the most obvious sell candidate at the upcoming NFL trade deadline. Harbaugh’s Chargers have fully faceplanted over the first month of the season and have yet to win a game.

Omarion Hampton News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Chargers OC Comments on Omarion Hampton's Workload After 4 Straight Losses

The Los Angeles Chargers are searching for answers after four consecutive losses to open the 2026 season. Their latest defeat has raised more questions about the offense, including the shrinking role of second-year running back Omarion Hampton.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 9

Broncos players react to Payton taking play-calling duties from Webb

Broncos players react to Sean Payton taking play-calling duties from OC Davis Webb

Multiple Broncos players addressed the change that seemingly had been coming for weeks.

Success of Broncos' play-calling shake-up hinges on QB Bo Nix letting it fly

Bo Nix, Broncos eager to find spark vs. winless Chargers

The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

Los Angeles Chargers News / Yardbarker / October 9

Chargers OC Mike McDaniel addresses job security amid Jim Harbaugh, firing rumors

The performances produced by the Los Angeles Chargers' offense as the club opened the 2026 season with four straight losses predictably left some wondering whether Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh could soon fire McDaniel.

Sean Payton reportedly makes surprising Davis Webb move for Broncos' game at Chargers

Bo Nix, Broncos eager to find spark vs. winless Chargers

Could 0-4 Chargers move on from Jim Harbaugh? ESPN insiders weigh in

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Mike McDaniel News / Field Level Media / October 8

New Chargers OC Mike McDaniel understands calls for his job

The Los Angeles Chargers are 0-4 and rank 29th in scoring at 16.8 points per game, putting new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel under increasing scrutiny.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 8

Three surprising NFL teams that could be trade-deadline sellers

At the beginning of the NFL season, nobody expected several projected contenders to already be staring at a potential lost year after only four games.

Steelers GM eyeing potential trade?

Texans reunite with Cowboys' former fan-favorite running back

Insiders share different takes on Eagles' intentions after Cam Jurgens trade

Eagles GM Howie Roseman defends bizarre trade with Ravens

Packers-Eagles trade idea sends Saquon Barkley to Green Bay

Five potential trades: Change of scenery for young WRs, 49ers go all-in, more

Justin Herbert News / HITC / October 8

Rob Gronkowski tells the Chargers how they should actually be using Justin Herbert

The Los Angeles Chargers and Justin Herbert have endured a difficult 2026/27 campaign so far. They finished second in the AFC West last season with a record of 11-6, but it already feels like they will now need a serious turnaround to match that feat in 2026.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7

Chargers facing dire injury situation in Week 5 game vs. Broncos

The Los Angeles Chargers season is in danger of completely slipping away from them.

Update emerges on if Chargers could make stunning Jim Harbaugh move

Khalil Mack to the Bears? Chicago could be eyeing a reunion with the former All-Pro

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Five potential NFL trades: Change of scenery for young wideouts, 49ers go all-in and more

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Joe Alt News / Pro Football Rumors / October 7

Chargers OT Joe Alt Expected To Miss Week 5

The Chargers will have to navigate yet another injury to their offensive line. Days after learning that left tackle Rashawn Slater will be shut down with a high ankle sprain, we’re now learning that right tackle Joe Alt is expected to miss Week 5 with a neck injury, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.