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Rashawn Slater Setback, Chargers' Fantasy Dilemmas and Joe Alt Shines to Start Week 3

Week 3 of 2026 training camp has started for the Los Angeles Chargers with their first game on the horizon. The Chargers will face the Houston Texans at 5 p.m.

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Chargers’ Mike McDaniel, not Madison Beer, is ‘best thing to happen’ to Justin Herbert, says host

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has had an offseason to remember. Aside from entering his seventh year in the NFL and seeing the Chargers hire Mike McDaniel as offensive coordinator, Herbert got engaged to singer Madison Beer.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 10

Some Almost Shocking Chargers Coach Comments Repaints Final Cuts Outlook at Key Spot

Every team has to make tough calls at final cuts after training camp, but it feels especially critical and difficult for the Los Angeles Chargers this summer.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 10

Chargers’ Mike McDaniel pleased with Joe Alt, ongoing starting LG competition

There is a lot to enjoy this Training Camp season if you are a Los Angeles Chargers fan. With former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel coaching up the offense, quarterback Justin Herbert has the best offense and coaching staff he has ever had, ready to finally get over the hump.

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The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz

Since 1990, 46 NFL running backs have led or tied for the lead in rushing touchdowns on the season. How many of these leaders can you name in five minutes?

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 10

Chargers Roster Spotlights: Tony Jefferson, Everyone's Favorite 'Unc'

Tony Jefferson, born on January 27, 1992, in San Diego, California, played his high school ball at Eastlake High School, where he led Eastlake to a San Diego Division 1 CIF championship during his senior year.

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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.

Mike McDaniel News / TWSN / August 10

Mike McDaniel’s Bold Backfield Strategy Could Change the Los Angeles Chargers’ Season

While Omarion Hampton remains the lead running back for the Los Angeles Chargers, he might not end up reducing as much as many expected he would entering the offseason.

Cam Hart News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 10

Biggest Takeaways from the Los Angeles Chargers' First Unofficial Depth Chart

The Los Angeles Chargers have wrapped up their second week of training camp. The team has released its first unofficial depth chart leading into their first preseason game against the Houston Texans on Thursday night, August 13th.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 10

Chargers Signed OLB Andre Carter

The Los Angeles Chargers announced they have signed OLB Andre Carter to the roster. To make room, the team waived WR Mante’ Morrow. Carter, 25, was a third-team All-American in 2021.

Brenen Thompson News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 10

The Chargers Rookie Playmaker Who is Quickly Becoming Impossible to Overlook

Brenen Thompson was already an intriguing name for the Los Angeles Chargers going into the offseason. However, the rookie is giving Chargers fans even more of a reason to pay attention.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 10

Chargers’ Jim Harbaugh can’t stop gushing about Mike McDaniel hire, Justin Herbert pairing

Jim Harbaugh and Mike McDaniel are the duo we thought we did not need. Harbaugh will have another brilliant mind by his side after the Los Angeles Chargers hired McDaniel as offensive coordinator in January, just days after he was fired as coach of the Miami Dolphins.

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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 / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 10

Akheem Mesidor Cooks Joe Alt, LG Battle Narrows as Chargers Wrap Second Week of Camp

The Los Angeles Chargers have wrapped up their second week of fall 2026 training camp with a Sunday practice at the Bolt. Two weeks through camp and heading into the first of three preseason games has positioned the Chargers in a positive position heading into the preseason with roster battles heating up and clearing up as well.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 9

1 Rookie, 1 UDFA and Other Recent Winners and Losers from Chargers Training Camp

The Los Angeles Chargers look like a team getting more comfortable as straining camp continues. That comfort level continues to jump on the offensive

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Rashawn Slater News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 9

Rashawn Slater Updates After Injury Scare at Chargers Training Camp

In what has been an overwhelmingly positive stretch of events so far, one big negative and area of concern for the Los Angeles Chargers was fear of another

Jim Harbaugh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 8

The Biggest Decision Chargers’ Jim Harbaugh Must Make This Week

The Los Angeles Chargers face a ton of tough decisions over the next few weeks of training camp and preseason action. Few, if any, though, feel as important

Elijah Molden News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 8

Chargers Roster Spotlights: Elijah Molden, From Unsung Hero to a Make-or-Break Season

Elijah Molden, born on Jan 30, 1999, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to father Alex Molden, a longtime New Orleans Saints and (two-year) San Diego Chargers DB.

Keenan Allen News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 8

NFL Insider Hints Chargers Will Skip Signing a Veteran WR Like Keenan Allen

The Los Angeles Chargers are rolling into the 2026 season with a core of young and hungry receivers, with no plans to add a veteran presence into the mix.

Justin Herbert News / HITC / August 8

Shannon Sharpe rips into Justin Herbert over Madison Beer viral video from Chargers camp

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert cannot escape the limelight amid his engagement to Madison Beer. Footage of the pair during the Chargers’ training camp has gone viral on the internet, with Beer running her hands through Herbert’s hair on the field.

Justin Herbert News / The Spun / August 7

Chris Broussard Has Problem With Justin Herbert's Training Camp Behavior

Chris Broussard is among those calling out Justin Herbert for his behavior at Chargers training camp. Herbert was spotted canoodling with his fiancee, pop star Madison Beer, earlier this week.

Omarion Hampton News / TWSN / August 6

Omarion Hampton Is the NFL's Most Obvious Breakout Candidate

ESPN's Benjamin Solak laid it out in his recent scheme-pairing breakdown, and after digging through the numbers myself, I can't find a hole in his argument.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 5

Chargers Unlikely To Make WR Addition

On Aug. 5, 2025, the Chargers made a significant move in reuniting with wide receiver and franchise icon Keenan Allen on a deal worth $8.52MM. Exactly one year later, it does not appear they will take the same approach.

Jim Harbaugh News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5

Watch: Jim Harbaugh surprisingly joins Chargers for on-field drills

Jim Harbaugh is doing all he can to get the Los Angeles Chargers ready for the upcoming 2026 season, and that apparently includes joining his players for some on-field workouts.

Justin Herbert News / HITC / August 5

NFL fans can’t believe Madison Beer and Justin Herbert’s behavior at Chargers training camp

The newly engaged couple, LA Chargers QB Justin Herbert and Madison Beer, were spotted on the field after practice on Tuesday. Herbert and Beer got engaged just before the start of camp, but the couple is sticking together until the season officially gets going.

Rashawn Slater News / A to Z Sports / August 4

Los Angeles Chargers reliving familiar nightmare almost a year later with new Rashawn Slater injury scare during training camp

Almost a year to the date of his season-ending patellar tendon injury, Los Angeles Chargers LT Rashawn Slater gave fans a scare. The collective hearts of Los Angeles Chargers fans skipped a beat on Tuesday when a familiar scene took place at training camp.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 3

Chargers' Jim Harbaugh quietly gets an edge over brother John Harbaugh

Family rivalries are fun. But, sometimes those rivalries can get serious.

Stephen A. Smith pumps brakes on Giants hype with harsh John Harbaugh reminder

Giants' Cam Skattebo admits John Harbaugh 'talked' to him about his behavior

John Harbaugh already facing huge question with Giants

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Tuli Tuipulotu News / Pro Football Rumors / August 2

Tuli Tuipulotu Not Participating In Chargers Team Drills

Earlier this month, Tuli Tuipulotu indicated he would consider a hold-in during training camp in the event his extension was not in place. Chargers practices have begun, and no agreement has been worked out yet.