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Chargers’ Mike McDaniel is still calling plays, but he’s making big change to turn around dreadful offense

The Los Angeles Chargers are making another adjustment in hopes of getting their struggling offense back on track. Offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel will continue calling plays, but he is making a change to where he will operate during games.

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Chargers Designate TE David Njoku, LB Denzel Perryman For Return

Chargers tight end David Njoku has played just two games this year, while linebacker Denzel Perryman has yet to take the field. Injuries have prevented the two veterans from contributing in 2026, but they could come off IR soon.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Yardbarker / November 5

Chargers OC Mike McDaniel reveals upcoming change in search of spark for lifeless offense

Chargers OC Mike McDaniel is hoping a different perspective can help him get more out of the struggling Chargers on offense.

Chargers' Jim Harbaugh, Justin Herbert respond to 'deli meat,' 'seeing ghosts' jabs after loss to Rams

Rams star has brutal assessment of Justin Herbert

Chargers chase breakthrough against hot-and-cold Texans

The '2025-26 NFL Week 1 head coaches' quiz

Justin Herbert News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 5

NFL Trade Deadline Rumors: Justin Herbert's Reality Amidst the Noise

The Los Angeles Chargers are 0-7 and the trade deadline is rapidly approaching. The Chargers have confounded the rest of the NFL as they have yet to engage in trade discussions on any of their players but that has not stopped the calls and the speculation.

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The 'Most QB wins in a season' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to win the most games in a single season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / November 5

One Man the Chargers Should Look To Trade for Who Could Be a Building Block

There are several players on the roster of the Los Angeles Chargers who are considered trade candidates and either have or could generate interest from other teams on the market.

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

Akheem Mesidor News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Is Akheem Mesidor the Steal of the Draft? Chargers Rookie Ranks Second Among Edge Rushers

When an NFL team is 0-7 and is ranked last in scoring, as the Los Angeles Chargers are, it is difficult to find anything positive to point out. This is about as miserable a season as the star-crossed franchise has ever had, and it doesn’t look like things are going to get any better anytime soon.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 5

The Chargers Refuse to Budge as Trade Deadline Approaches

The Los Angeles Chargers are approaching an important point in their 2026 season. Despite a difficult start and growing questions, the Chargers have reportedly shown little interest in entertaining offers for their veteran players.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 5

Anderson Jr. shares odd praise for Herbert after 'seeing ghosts' jab

Texans' Will Anderson Jr. shares odd praise for Chargers' Justin Herbert after 'seeing ghosts' jab

It doesn't sound like the Texans will be looking past the Chargers.

Chargers' Jim Harbaugh, Justin Herbert respond to 'deli meat,' 'seeing ghosts' jabs after loss to Rams

Chargers reportedly not 'eager to enter teardown mode' despite falling to 0-7

Two-minute drill: Bengals-Falcons face off in Madrid, Tom Brady returns to Foxborough, another injury setback for Lamar Jackson and more

The '2025-26 NFL Week 1 head coaches' quiz

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 5

3 NFL Trade Deadline Deals the Chargers Should Explore Right Now

Now that the Los Angeles Chargers are 0-7 and still the only winless team in the league, it is important to look into the upcoming NFL trade deadline and see what the options are for the team and its future.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 5

Chargers' Harbaugh, Herbert respond to 'deli meat,' 'seeing ghosts' jabs

Chargers' Jim Harbaugh, Justin Herbert respond to 'deli meat,' 'seeing ghosts' jabs after loss to Rams

Herbert threw two interceptions and engineered zero touchdown drives in that game.

Quentin Lake says Justin Herbert was 'throwing deli meat,' 'seeing ghosts' in Chargers' loss to Rams

Jim Harbaugh insists Chargers, Khalil Mack want to stay together amid trade-deadline rumors

Chargers reportedly not 'eager to enter teardown mode' despite falling to 0-7

The '2025-26 NFL Week 1 head coaches' quiz

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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 / Athlon Sports / November 4

Chargers Welcomed Two Key Players Back To Practice on Wednesday

The 0-7 Los Angeles Chargers have lots of problems, and injuries have been just one thing they have had to deal with lately. A large number of starters and rotation players have missed time, and that has compounded all of the problems the team has already had on offense.

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The 'Most QB wins in a season' quiz

The 'Active 3-rushing-TD NFL games' quiz

The 'Last 100-yard teammates by team' quiz

The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 4

Chargers' Criminally Overlooked Trade Candidate's Departure Would Fix Some Issues

The Los Angeles Chargers have an interesting big board of trade targets at the deadline, considering they’re the worst team in the NFL, clutch the No. 1 pick in the draft order and need to think beyond this season. That also means the Chargers are positioned as big sellers at the trade deadline.

Khalil Mack News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 4

Trade Deadline Latest: Khalil Mack, Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs, Raiders

ESPN’s Jeff Legwold notes the Broncos will be trying to balance fortifying the roster ahead of the trade deadline with keeping enough picks to fill long-term needs, with several starters on expiring deals this offseason. Chargers’ veteran EDGE Khalil Mack has been the subject of trade rumors with the team 0-7 and approaching the deadline.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 4

The killer mistake Chargers must avoid at 2026 NFL trade deadline

The Los Angeles Chargers have reached a point where there should be no debate about what needs to happen before the 2026 NFL trade deadline. At 0-7, this season is a lost cause.

Justin Herbert News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4

Rams star has brutal assessment of Justin Herbert

It has not been a great year for the Los Angeles Chargers and quarterback Justin Herbert. The Chargers fell to 0-7 with a 24-9 loss against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 4

Lake says Herbert was 'throwing deli meat,' 'seeing ghosts' vs. Rams

Quentin Lake says Justin Herbert was 'throwing deli meat,' 'seeing ghosts' in Chargers' loss to Rams

Herbert's performances since Week 1 of this season have left members of the NFL community wondering what is wrong with the 28-year-old who was seen not all that long ago as a future superstar.

Jim Harbaugh insists Chargers, Khalil Mack want to stay together amid trade-deadline rumors

Chargers reportedly not 'eager to enter teardown mode' despite falling to 0-7

Two-minute drill: Bengals-Falcons face off in Madrid, Tom Brady returns to Foxborough, another injury setback for Lamar Jackson and more

The 'Last rookie 100-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

Justin Herbert News / The Spun / November 4

3 Teams That Should Trade For Chargers Star Justin Herbert

The Chargers have not shown any interest in trading Pro Bowl quarterback Justin Herbert, but that won’t necessarily stop teams from pursuing him. This season has been a struggle for Herbert, who is completing 61.8% of his passes for 1,398 yards with five touchdowns and 10 interceptions.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Yardbarker / November 4

Chargers reportedly not 'eager to enter teardown mode' despite falling to 0-7

The Chargers next host the 2-5 Houston Texans this coming Sunday.

Jim Harbaugh insists Chargers, Khalil Mack want to stay together amid trade-deadline rumors

Offensive coach shares why Chargers' Justin Herbert is not a good fit for a Mike McDaniel offense

Two-minute drill: Bengals-Falcons face off in Madrid, Tom Brady returns to Foxborough, another injury setback for Lamar Jackson and more

The 'Famous NFL families' quiz

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 3

Chargers Still Showing No Inclination To Trade Off Players Despite Interest In Khalil Mack, Tuli Tuipulotu & Others

According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Chargers are still showing no inclination to sell veteran players despite an 0-7 start. Fowler and Ian Rapoport mention teams have specifically shown interest in OLB Khalil Mack, OLB Tuli Tuipulotu and WR Quentin Johnston.