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Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Talk / October 31

Derwin James, Ladd McConkey set to play Week 9 vs. Titans

The Chargers will have two of their best players for Sunday's game against the Titans. Safety Derwin James (ankle) and receiver Ladd McConkey (calf) are off the injury report and are set to play in Week 9.

Derwin James News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 31

Chargers get massive Derwin James injury update

When Los Angeles Chargers star safety Derwin James exited last Thursday’s 37-10 win versus the Minnesota Vikings with an ankle injury, the only natural

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

Chargers' highly praised rookie fifth-round WR has more questions to answer after eight weeks

The Los Angeles Chargers fifth-round selections in the new era of the Bolts have had an incredible track record. In General Manager Joe Hortiz's first year, he selected two starting Cornerbacks in the fifth round: Tarheeb Still and Cam Hart.

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Jim Harbaugh News / A to Z Sports / October 31

Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh confirms suspicion about decision that allowed another breakout game from rookie TE Oronde Gadsden

Making tough decisions comes with the territory in the NFL. A recent move by the Los Angeles Chargers coaching staff opened the door for rookie tight end Oronde Gadsden to step up, and he's done exactly that.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

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

Chargers predicted to trade for new starting tackle at Nov. 4 deadline

It's certainly not the "blockbuster" trade that some Bolts fans are clamoring for, but there is growing buzz around the Los Angeles Chargers indeed making a trade by Tuesday's deadline.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / October 31

The Chargers have an intriguing trade candidate (but as sellers, not buyers)

With the NFL trade deadline looming this Tuesday at 4:00 p.m. Eastern/1:00 p.m. Pacific, the Los Angeles Chargers could certainly end up being buyers at several positions.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 31

NFL experts make consensus prediction on Chargers Week 9 game vs. lowly Titans

In this wacky and at times woefully divided country, it's hard for us to all agree on anything these days. Is Halloween Candy Corn, for example, delicious or disgusting?

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

Chargers have to consider blockbuster trade to become Super Bowl contenders

Entering Week 9, the Los Angeles Chargers are one game out of first place in the AFC West. They're not only within striking distance of the division lead, but head coach Jim Harbaugh has seen them play well enough to be legit contenders this season.

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

Keenan Allen is chasing Chargers records and NFL immortality

The Los Angeles Chargers veteran wide receiver is closing in on history on multiple fronts. Allen, currently has 952 receptions as a member of the Chargers.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 31

Chargers draw obscure TV announcing crew for predicted Week 9 blowout at Titans

The Los Angeles Chargers are far, far from the bright lights of Brazil, the primetime of Monday Night Football and Prime Network on Thursday night, and even a Sunday afternoon marquee matchup against the team with the best record in the AFC.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

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

Chargers tabbed as NFL trade deadline fit for underrated Panthers breakout candidate

The Los Angeles Chargers currently have an issue at running back. Najee Harris went down for the season with an Achilles injury and rookie Omarion Hampton is on IR with an ankle sprain.

Derwin James News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 30

Derwin James feeling ‘fresh’ coming off of ankle injury

The Los Angeles Chargers bounced back from a loss to the Indianapolis Colts, blowing out the Minnesota Vikings in Week 8’s Thursday Night Football showdown.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 30

NFL trade deadline’s biggest name sends Chargers fans into frenzy

The Los Angeles Chargers are one of the biggest possible buyers going into the NFL trade deadline early next week. Sure, Chargers general manager Joe

Kyle Kennard News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 30

Chargers' fourth-round selection has been majorly disappointing halfway through rookie year

The Los Angeles Chargers' 2025 NFL draft class had returns on day one and two, with all of those rookies playing meaningful snaps for the Chargers, helping contribute to the Bolts' current 5-3 record.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 30

Could Chargers' search for reinforcements put a veteran on the trade block?

The top of the AFC West has yet to be decided. The Los Angeles Chargers find themselves in a tight race for the division against the Denver Broncos, who currently hold the top spot, and the Kansas City Chiefs.

Trey Lance News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 30

Chargers’ Trey Lance finally enters the NFL trade deadline speculation mill

It truly only felt like a matter of time before Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Trey Lance got his name thrown out in NFL trade deadline speculation, right?

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 30

Titans defender says Justin Herbert is perfect quarterback ahead of showdown

Tennessee Titans defensive lineman T’Vondre Sweat drew attention online Thursday for his comments about Justin Herbert.

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Derwin James News / LAFB Network / October 30

Chargers Share Encouraging Derwin James Injury Update — Will the Star Safety Start vs. Titans?

The Los Angeles Chargers got some positive news on the injury front this week. Star safety Derwin James, who suffered a low ankle sprain during the team’s Week 8 win over the Minnesota Vikings, returned to practice on Wednesday as a limited participant and was upgraded to full participation on Thursday.

Justin Herbert News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 30

Chargers could eat cap hit, trade for Vikings veteran to help Justin Herbert

As the NFL trade deadline nears on Tuesday, teams will begin to see if they can save money by unloading unneeded contracts. The Los Angeles Chargers may be on the other side of this, as they'll be looking to acquire talent to help propel them towards a deep playoff run.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / October 30