Los Angeles Chargers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 15

The Biggest Decision Chargers DC Chris O'Leary Got Wrong Against Cardinals, Next Move

The Los Angeles Chargers have plenty to fix going forward following their loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Sunday's game was a debut for both of the Chargers' new coordinators and marked the NFL play-calling debut for defensive coordinator Chris O'Leary.

Ladd McConkey News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 15

Chargers giving 2-time Super Bowl WR a look amid Ladd McConkey injury concerns

The Los Angeles Chargers aren’t wasting any time exploring additional help at wide receiver. Los Angeles is working out veteran wideout Marquez Valdes-Scantling, according to Jordan Schultz.

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The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the players to rush for at least five touchdowns in six or more seasons since the AFL/NFL merger (1970) can you name in eight minutes?

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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.

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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.

Jim Harbaugh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 15

Searching for Answers: Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh Expresses Regret

The Los Angeles Chargers dropped the first game of the season to a scrappy Arizona Cardinals team and potentially lost their best offensive weapon in the process.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 15

Justin Herbert’s Flop Draws the Worst Type of Josh Allen Comparisons

The vibes are so low around the Los Angeles Chargers right now that Justin Herbert comparisons to Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen aren’t even debates

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 15

Chargers' Free Agent Addition Has Blunt Response After Sunday's Disaster

The Los Angeles Chargers entered the 2026 season with expectations that extended well beyond simply getting through Week One. With Justin Herbert at quarterback, a new offensive system and a roster built to compete.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 15

Chargers Continue Their Perplexing Struggles Outside the AFC West

The expectations were high coming into this season. And before some start pushing the panic button, one opening day loss at home obviously does not a season make.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / September 15

Pro Football Focus’ Highest-Graded Chargers Players From Week 1

The Los Angeles Chargers’ season didn’t exactly get off to the kind of start that many expected. Despite facing one of the NFL’s weakest teams in the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, they lost, 26-14, and they had a number of miscues throughout the game.

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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 / HITC / September 15

Why LA Chargers are at risk of Justin Herbert demanding a trade, explains Joe Burrow’s ex-teammate

Los Angeles Chargers star Justin Herbert may be done with the franchise. For the last seven years, Justin Herbert has established himself as one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / September 15

There Was a Lot of Hype Around the Chargers, but Should It Be Gone Now?

Many people were hopeful and even excited about the Los Angeles Chargers going into Week 1 of this new NFL season. While fans have seen this movie before, at least one expert felt that the optimism and hype were real this time around.

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Ladd McConkey News / Pro Football Rumors / September 14

Chargers WR Ladd McConkey Day-To-Day With Rib Injury

It sounds like Ladd McConkey avoided a serious injury during yesterday’s season-opening loss. The Chargers WR is dealing with a rib injury and has been deemed day-to-day, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Jim Harbaugh News / Athlon Sports / September 14

Jim Harbaugh Has One Regret After Chargers' Loss to the Cardinals

The Los Angeles Chargers’ 26-14 loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 1 is no less stunning more than 24 hours after it occurred. The team looked out of sync in all three phases of the game on Sunday, and it fell by 12 points to a Cardinals team that many have expected to be weak this season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 14

Grading Every Chargers Position Group After Week 1 Disaster vs. Cardinals

The Los Angeles Chargers are licking their wounds after a rough showing to open the 2026 season against the Arizona Cardinals. Not a lot went right for Los Angeles Sunday afternoon, there were a handful of individual performances that stood out.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14

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

The Los Angeles Chargers walked away from Week 1 with more than a loss to worry about. Jim Harbaugh revealed Monday that wide receiver Ladd McConkey is dealing with a rib injury.

Chargers can't escape their reputation with unacceptable loss to Cardinals

Former Eagles center Jason Kelce explains why Chargers QB Justin Herbert should shoulder blame for viral sack against Cardinals

Mike LaFleur kicks off Cardinals tenure by achieving rare franchise history

NFL Week 1 lowlights: Worst loss, quarterback performance and more

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

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 14

Chargers Snap Count Analysis: Biggest Winners, Losers and Role Changes From Week 1

Now that the Los Angeles Chargers have finalized their Week 1 game against the Arizona Cardinals, failing to collect a victory against a team that was expected to be one of the worst teams in the league, it is important to see who was on the field to make this happen and the volume the said player played.