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Chargers Add Promising Rookie to Practice Squad After Big Preseason Performance

The Los Angeles Chargers may not have a bona fide star running back right now, but they do have solid depth at that position. Omarion Hampton is expected to be their starter, and Keaton Mitchell and Kimani Vidal will back him up.

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Rookie Akheem Mesidor Puts Stamp on Chargers’ Deep Pass-Rushing Room

It was a defensive unit that already included edge rushers such as ageless Khalil Mack, 2025 Pro Bowler Tuli Tuipulotu, veteran Bud Dupree and up-and-comer Justin Eboigbe.

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Chargers land Justin Herbert’s brother after unfortunate Jaguars update

The Los Angeles Chargers added someone familiar with quarterback Justin Herbert Monday. Including after the Chargers left one position empty during roster cutoff day.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 31

Justin Herbert’s brother Patrick makes obvious choice after being waived by Jaguars

Teams across the NFL are finalizing their 53-man rosters and practice squads going into Week 1.

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The 'Season sack leaders by team' quiz

How many of the record holders for QB sacks in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Chargers Place LB Denzel Perryman On IR, Announce Initial 16-Player Practice Squad

The Los Angeles Chargers announced they have placed LB Denzel Perryman on injured reserve while re-signing P JK Scott to the roster. Additionally, the

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 31

Massive Rookie Class: Every Chargers Rookie Who Made the Initial 53-Man Roster

The Los Angeles Chargers trimmed their roster to 53 on Sunday by the league-mandated deadline. There were many surprises on the initial roster including one of the largest rookie classes in recent memory.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 31

Chargers’ biggest mistake on 53-man roster cutdown day ahead of 2026 NFL season

The Los Angeles Chargers trimmed their roster to 53 players ahead of the 2026 season, and while general manager Joe Hortiz and coach Jim Harbaugh made

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 31

Chargers' Top Needs, Fits and Waiver Wire Order Update

The Los Angeles Chargers approach the NFL waiver wire with an initial 53-man roster that has some odd things going for it. Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers, for one, didn’t roster a punter while shuffling names to meet the NFL’s deadline.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 31

Biggest Snubs of the Los Angeles Chargers' Initial 53-Man Roster

The Los Angeles Chargers have officially released the initial 53-man roster, but like every year there are several players who many thought would make the team.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / August 31

The Chargers Made the Right Move in Picking Trey Lance Over DJ Uiagalelei

Sunday was the deadline for NFL teams to finalize their 53-man rosters, which meant making roster cuts and trades. To get to that point, teams had to make some tough decisions regarding some position battles.

Jim Harbaugh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 31

Reuniting Former Cowboys Bust with Jim Harbaugh and Chargers Makes Too Much Sense

The Los Angeles Chargers are preparing to finalize their initial 53-man roster before the Sunday deadline. Around the NFL, many teams have started trimming their roster and releasing waves of players.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 31

Chargers Reverse Course On Tony Jefferson, Set 53-Man Roster

Here is how the Chargers moved their roster to the 53-man limit Sunday: RB Jaret Patterson P JK Scott S Noah Avinger LB Lander Burton LS Peter Bowden TE

Jim Harbaugh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 31

Undrafted Breakout Knocks Jim Harbaugh's Michigan Draft Bust off Chargers Final Roster

The NFL is a tough place to make a final roster, with only 53 players allowed to be on a team at once. You can, of course, add on the practice squad, but even with the 16-17 added spots disallow the NFL to be a welcoming sport that can house all different situations and talents.