Los Angeles Chargers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / May 6

What Chargers’ Late Round Draft Pick May Make A Big Impact In 2026?

The draft is officially behind us, and the Chargers actually did what they were supposed to do, which was add some backups where needed (especially along the offensive line), and add a possible starter at edge rusher.

Mike McDaniel News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 5

Reminder That Mike McDaniel Was Behind Chargers' Riskiest NFL Draft Pick

The Los Angeles Chargers took some heat for the selection of Jake Slaughter in the second round of the NFL draft. But there’s one rule that has defined

Tarheeb Still News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 5

One Free Agent the Chargers Should Still Be Pushing After the Draft

The Los Angeles Chargers 2026 NFL Draft featured multiple trade downs, which yielded added draft capital that will help solidify this roster and insulate the Bolts from facing the fate former Chargers teams have faced: the injury bug.

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Quentin Johnston News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 3

Quentin Johnston Is Officially on Notice After NFL Draft, Even If No One Is Saying It

The Los Angeles Chargers picked up the fifth-year option for wide receiver Quentin Johnston around the NFL draft. In our deep-dive analysis of the Chargers picking up Johnston’s option, it generally vibed as a really good move for the franchise.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

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Joe Hortiz News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 3

What Joe Hortiz Loudly Revealed About the Chargers During the Draft

Now that the 2026 NFL Draft is over and the Chargers found themselves drafting a bit off-center from what many believed they would go for, it is important to see what the leaders of the process have had to say about the most recent draft cycle.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 3

Los Angeles Chargers Biggest Remaining Needs After the Draft- What's Still Missing?

The Los Angeles Chargers left Pittsburgh and the 2026 draft with a roster well stocked with depth and their major targets seemingly addressed. General manager Joe Hortiz managed to navigate the draft with multiple trades to increase Los Angeles' selection pool of picks from five to eight.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 2

How Many Chargers Rookies Will Actually Make an Impact in 2026 -- and Where

The Los Angeles Chargers are feeling pretty good about their 2026 NFL Draft haul. Originally slated to add five players, the Bolts came away with eight, due to a few trades.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2

Ex-Pro Bowl TE David Njoku set to visit with AFC team

Former Pro Bowl tight end David Njoku has a visit set up on Monday with an AFC contender. Njoku will visit with the Los Angeles Chargers, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

Justin Herbert News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 2

Chargers meeting with ex-Browns tight end will catch Justin Herbert’s attention

The Los Angeles Chargers enter OTAs and minicamp with newcomers via the NFL Draft. General manager Joe Hortiz promised Justin Herbert some long-awaited help for the Chargers’ franchise quarterback.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 2

Chargers Rookie Jersey Numbers After Veteran's Change Match Tone of LA's Draft

The Los Angeles Chargers were a little boring during the NFL draft. Fittingly, it's the same story for the official jersey numbers for the rookie class.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Justin Herbert News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 2

Even NFL Executives Think Chargers Drafted a Steal of a Weapon for Justin Herbert

There’s a ton of hype around the Los Angeles Chargers getting Mike McDaniel and Justin Herbert a shiny new weapon by drafting Brenen Thompson. As we broke down in our instant analysis of the Chargers drafting Thompson, he’s a speedy 4.26 weapon who can be used all over the field and across formations.

Jim Harbaugh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 2

What the NFL Draft Told Us About Jim Harbaugh's Real Plan for the Chargers

The 2026 NFL draft is in the rearview mirror and the Los Angeles Chargers still have unanswered questions. The Chargers replaced both of their coordinators

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Odafe Oweh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 1

NFL Executive Rightfully Hits Chargers Where It Hurts for Odafe Oweh, Akheem Mesidor

The Los Angeles Chargers rolled the dice this offseason at edge rusher. No great secret now and it’s worth coming back to in the post-draft glow. At that

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 1

Chargers Drafted One of Mel Kiper's Favorites, Which Should End Doubts on Risky Pick

It's been a week since the 2026 NFL Draft concluded and the Los Angeles Chargers came away with eight new players. Their first was Miami pass rusher Akheem Mesidor, who figures to take over Odafe Oweh's role in the Chargers' bolstered rotation.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 1

Even National Media Picking Up Hype on Chargers’ Top Undrafted Free Agent

So far, it sure feels like the Los Angeles Chargers have one of the most well-reviewed undrafted free-agent classes in the entire NFL. Granted, some teams haven’t even made their undrafted classes official yet.

Mike McDaniel News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 1

Deebo Samuel-Mike McDaniel Link for Chargers Proposed Again…Still Doesn’t Make Sense

The Los Angeles Chargers have constantly been projected for a "blockbuster" move all offseason. All sorts of stunning stuff, really. Trading for AJ Brown.

Derius Davis News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 1

Chargers' Derius Davis Has an All-Pro on Resume but May Face Fierce Camp Battle

The Los Angeles Chargers will enter training camp for the 2026 season with a deep roster. There are several position groups that are very deep and this may lead to some tough decisions at the end of training camp for the coaching staff and front office.

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

One Chargers Player Who Just Dodged a Major Draft-Day Bullet

The Los Angeles Chargers didn’t have many starting spots or even outright immediate roster jobs up for grabs during the NFL draft. After all, going into the process, the Chargers remained adamant that one of the speculated names in that situation, Quentin Johnston, wasn’t in danger.

Teair Tart News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 28

AFC Notes: Mansoor Delane, Ryne Nutt, Teair Tart, Chargers, Chiefs

Chargers DL Teair Tart said he and his teammates are looking forward to the upcoming season, and he is personally working hard to make an even bigger impact this upcoming season.

Quentin Johnston News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 28

Chargers Exercising WR Quentin Johnston’s Fifth-Year Option

The Los Angeles Chargers announced they have exercised the fifth-year option for WR Quentin Johnston. That puts him under contract through the 2027 season.

Teair Tart News / Yardbarker / April 28