Los Angeles Chargers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 19

AFC Notes: Daiyan Henley, Tyler Linderbaum, Chargers, Chiefs, Raiders

Chargers Chargers LB Daiyan Henley talked about the health issue that landed him in the hospital and caused him to miss multiple weeks last year. “It got pretty severe to say the least,” Henley said, via the team’s website.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 19

Bolts Look to Bounce Back, 4 Other Things to Know About Chargers vs. Raiders

In 2025, the Denver Broncos won the AFC West with a 14-3 record, while Jim Harbaugh’s Los Angeles Chargers finished three games behind in the division standings with an 11-6 mark.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 19

Chargers Week 2 injury report vs. Raiders: What it means for fantasy football

The Los Angeles Chargers enter Week 2 with their top receiver uncertain and one starting offensive lineman unavailable, affecting Justin Herbert, Omarion Hampton and the remaining pass catchers.

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Jim Harbaugh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 19

Chargers Injuries Save Jim Harbaugh From More Silly Mistakes vs. Raiders

At times, it has been tough to watch Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers attempt to navigate a bad guard situation. That’s an evergreen statement fans have been able to say for years now.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Mike McDaniel News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 19

Chargers' Mike McDaniel, Coaches Take Accountability for 'Not Good Enough' Showing

After the Los Angeles Chargers took a double-digit loss to the underdog Arizona Cardinals, it left fans in disbelief after months of hype given to the fanbase by the media and general expectations for the Bolts.

Jim Harbaugh News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh Says One Rookie Could Get More Targets in Week 2

The Los Angeles Chargers’ shocking 26-14 loss to the Arizona Cardinals last Sunday created plenty of anxiety for a team that was supposed to look a lot better than it did under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 19

3 Matchups That Will Decide Chargers' Week 2 Game Against Las Vegas Raiders

The Los Angeles Chargers will be facing off against their division rival Las Vegas Raiders Sunday. The Chargers will be dealing with several injuries heading into this matchup and the special teams blunders from last week will need to be corrected.

Ladd McConkey News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Ladd McConkey and More Chargers Injury Updates Heading Into Week 2

Week 2 games in the NFL don’t often have any kind of must-win vibe, but for the Los Angeles Chargers, a loss against the Los Angeles Raiders will create a very high level of anxiety.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 18

3 Storylines I'm Watching Most in Chargers Week 2 Matchup Against the Raiders

The Los Angeles Chargers will host their division rivals Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday September 20th in an early season AFC West showdown. The Chargers are coming off a rough loss to the Arizona Cardinals and are focusing on correcting mistakes heading into a tough schedule ahead.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18

Chargers may unleash speedy new WR with Ladd McConkey questionable

The Los Angeles Chargers could be forced to dig a little deeper into their wide receiver room Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders. That could mean a bigger opportunity for rookie Brenen Thompson and his ridiculous speed.

Chargers signing two-time Super Bowl champion receiver

NFL Week 1 panic meter: Packers, Cowboys in real trouble?

Three NFL teams that need to avoid an 0-2 start

The '2024-25 leading receivers by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 18

Chargers Get Major Injury Update on Star Receiver Ahead of Raiders Matchup

The Los Angeles Chargers listed Ladd McConkey as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders because of a rib injury, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported.

Ladd McConkey News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 18

Chargers’ Ladd McConkey returns to practice before Week 2 amid rib injury

Update: Ladd McConkey has officially been ruled questionable by the Chargers for Week 2 against the Las Vegas Raiders, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Los Angeles Chargers Could Be Missing Their Offensive Spark at the Worst Time

The Los Angeles Chargers could open AFC West play Sunday, September 20, without wide receiver Ladd McConkey (rib), who did not practice Wednesday or Thursday after leaving the Week 1 loss to Arizona.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 17

AFC Notes: Ladd McConkey, Mike McDaniel, L’Jarius Sneed, Chargers, Chiefs, Raiders

Chargers OC Mike McDaniel reflected on his debut with the team in the loss to Arizona: “You have a lot of visions coming to a new team and working on something for months — and the vision never looked like that… It was a case of humble pie.

Mike McDaniel News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 17

Chargers’ Mike McDaniel explains puzzling Oronde Gadsden usage in Week 1 loss

One of the more puzzling aspects of the Los Angeles Chargers’ ugly Week 1 loss to the Arizona Cardinals was the limited usage of Oronde Gadsden II. Apparently, Mike McDaniel didn’t plan for it to happen that way.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 17

Chargers Lose Key Depth Piece to Giants Signing and What Comes Next

The Los Angeles Chargers can’t seem to get a win right now. Those Chargers got thumped by the Arizona Cardinals in the opener and lost Ladd McConkey to an injury in the process.

NFL News / EssentiallySports / September 17

Congratulations Pour In From Kay Adams, Brock Bowers & More as Chargers Star Announces Pregnancy News

Life has been moving pretty fast for Ladd McConkey, both on the field and at home. Just as Los Angeles Chargers training camp was getting into full swing in early August, the Year 3 wideout and his wife, Sydney, initially teased that their family was expanding on August 3, 2026.

NFL News / Field Level Media / September 16

Chargers, Raiders enter early-season clash off surprising results

When a pair of longtime West Coast rivals meet on Sunday, one will be assessing what went wrong after the opening week of the season, while the other will be plotting a continued path of success.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18

NFL Week 1 panic meter: Packers, Cowboys in real trouble?

It's easy to overreact to the poor performances we saw in NFL Week 1, but not every red flag is a serious cause for concern moving forward. Let's break down some of those disappointing performances and rank them on the panic meter.

Giants' Cam Skattebo sends warning to Rams' Aaron Donald ahead of 'MNF' game

Ian Rapoport gives injury update on Bengals' Joe Burrow for Texans game

Commanders suffer blow with Frankie Luvu, Chig Okonkwo out against Cowboys

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 16

How Brissett helped 'psychopath' LaFleur lead Cardinals to upset win

How Jacoby Brissett helped 'psychopath' Mike LaFleur lead Cardinals to upset win over Chargers

Arguably the most stunning development of Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season involved first-year Cardinals head coach LaFleur guiding his club to a 26-14 win at the Chargers.

Mike LaFleur kicks off Cardinals tenure by achieving rare franchise history

Mike LaFleur drops eye-opening Trey McBride claim after Cardinals’ Week 1 win

Jim Harbaugh provides update on Ladd McConkey injury after Chargers' Week 1 loss

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 16

Chargers signing 2-time Super Bowl champion receiver

The Los Angeles Chargers are shoring up their depth at wide receiver heading into Week 2. The Chargers are reportedly signing veteran wideout Marquez Valdes-Scantling to a contract.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 15

Chargers Signing WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling To PS

According to Jeremy Fowler, the Chargers are signing WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to their practice squad on Tuesday. Los Angeles’ practice squad now includes:

KeAndre Lambert-Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 15

Chargers Made Three Moves, Placed WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith On IR

The Los Angeles Chargers placed WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith on injured reserve, promoted WR Gary Jennings and re-signed CB Isas Waxter to the practice squad, per the NFL transaction wire. Lambert-Smith, 24, started his career at Penn State before transferring to Auburn to finish out his collegiate eligibility.