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Why Chargers must trade Khalil Mack after 0-4 start to 2026 season

Why Chargers must trade Khalil Mack after 0-4 start to 2026 season

The Los Angeles Chargers brought Khalil Mack at age 35 back to chase a championship. Four games into the season, they need to consider whether keeping him serves that goal or delays a difficult decision about their future.

Rashawn Slater News / Pro Football Rumors / October 5
Chargers LT Rashawn Slater Suffers High Ankle Sprain

Chargers LT Rashawn Slater Suffers High Ankle Sprain

Four games into his comeback season, Rashawn Slater will be shut down once again. Tests confirmed Monday the Pro Bowl Chargers left tackle suffered a high ankle sprain, according to NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport.

Jim Harbaugh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 5
History Favors...and Doesn’t Favor Chargers Climbing Out of 0-4 Hole

History Favors...and Doesn’t Favor Chargers Climbing Out of 0-4 Hole

To date, Jim Harbaugh’s third season at the helm of the Los Angeles Chargers has been anything but charming. The Bolts dropped to 0-4 with a 30-23 road setback to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.

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The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL running backs of the Super Bowl Era (since 1966) to catch at least 20 touchdowns in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Running back receiving-leaders' quiz
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The 'Most 1K-yard seasons by team' quiz
Rashawn Slater News / Field Level Media / October 5
Report: Chargers OT Rashawn Slater to miss time with ankle injury

Report: Chargers OT Rashawn Slater to miss time with ankle injury

Los Angeles Chargers left tackle Rashawn Slater is believed to have a high ankle sprain and is expected to miss multiple weeks, ESPN reported Monday. Slater's

NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

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.

Khalil Mack News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 5
Insider urges Chargers to pursue Khalil Mack trade if nightmare season continues to spiral

Insider urges Chargers to pursue Khalil Mack trade if nightmare season continues to spiral

The Los Angeles Chargers’ winless start has Adam Schefter looking ahead to a difficult decision involving Khalil Mack. If the losses continue, keeping the veteran pass rusher through the trade deadline could become harder to justify.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5
Four storylines no one saw coming after four weeks in NFL season

Four storylines no one saw coming after four weeks in NFL season

Though the 2026 NFL season is just four weeks old, it's produced plenty of narratives no one saw coming. 

Underachieving defense is Texans' biggest problem right now
Panthers QB Bryce Young makes trust in Tetairoa McMillan clear after win over Lions
'SNF' takeaways: Bryce Young leads Panthers to upset win over Lions
Giants players make feelings on Jameis Winston, J.J. McCarthy chatter clear after win over Cardinals
Why Cam Skattebo was insulted ahead of Giants' win over Cardinals
The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz
Justin Herbert News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 5
Why Ex-NFL player is smashing panic button on Justin Herbert, Chargers

Why Ex-NFL player is smashing panic button on Justin Herbert, Chargers

On Sunday afternoon, the Los Angeles Chargers dropped to 0-4 on the young 2026 NFL season with a tough road loss at the hands of the reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 5
3 Winners and 5 Losers After Chargers' Flop vs. Seahawks

3 Winners and 5 Losers After Chargers' Flop vs. Seahawks

The Chargers walked out of Seattle still searching for their first win after a 30-23 loss. A disastrous opening half put them in a major hole, and while the offense showed enough fight to make the final minutes interesting, the early mistakes ultimately proved too costly.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 5
Chargers’ Justin Herbert’s fiery hell gets even worse with Rashawn Slater injury update

Chargers’ Justin Herbert’s fiery hell gets even worse with Rashawn Slater injury update

During the team’s training camp preparations in August 2026, well before the regular-season struggles started, Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh gave an encouraging update about star offensive tackle Rashawn Slater.

Rashawn Slater News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5
Chargers LT Rashawn Slater Believed To Have Suffered High-Ankle Sprain

Chargers LT Rashawn Slater Believed To Have Suffered High-Ankle Sprain

Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Chargers LT Rashawn Slater is believed to have suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 4’s loss to the Seahawks based on the initial exams.

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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 / Athlon Sports / October 5
Jim Harbaugh Comments on Omarion Hampton’s Workload After Chargers Loss 

Jim Harbaugh Comments on Omarion Hampton’s Workload After Chargers Loss 

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh addressed Omarion Hampton’s reduced workload following Sunday’s 30-23 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Hampton entered the season as a major part of the Chargers’ rushing attack, but his role has shifted as Los Angeles has leaned more heavily on its other running backs.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 5
Chargers’ Jim Harbaugh gasses up Justin Herbert after failed comeback attempt vs. Seahawks

Chargers’ Jim Harbaugh gasses up Justin Herbert after failed comeback attempt vs. Seahawks

Entering Lumen Field with a crucial opportunity to secure a vital win, the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Chargers experienced an unusual moment right from the start.

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The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz
The 'Most HRs by an MLB first baseman' quiz
 The 'Most HRs by an MLB first baseman' quiz
The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
 The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
 The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5
Chargers' Justin Herbert has suddenly entered Ryan Leaf territory

Chargers' Justin Herbert has suddenly entered Ryan Leaf territory

The Los Angeles Chargers entered the season expecting Herbert to thrive in a new offense. Four games later, almost everything has gone in the opposite direction.

Jim Harbaugh shares Mike McDaniel job security update after Chargers' loss to Seahawks
Seahawks outlast winless Chargers in penalty-laden affair
The 'First-Round QBs of the 2000s' quiz
Mike McDaniel News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 5
Should the Los Angeles Chargers Fire Mike McDaniel?

Should the Los Angeles Chargers Fire Mike McDaniel?

The Los Angeles Chargers were within striking range of winning a Super Bowl during the 2026 NFL season, at least according to many media personalities and outlets.

Justin Herbert News / Lindy's Sports / October 5
Justin Herbert Helps Make History as Chargers Fall to 0-4

Justin Herbert Helps Make History as Chargers Fall to 0-4

The first 10 minutes of the Chargers vs. Seahawks Week 4 matchup should’ve been accompanied by Benny Hill’s theme music. Los Angeles quarterback Justin Herbert started the game off with an interception on the very first play (more on this later), but the comedy didn’t stop there.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 5
Chiefs player was visibly disturbed after seeing Tyquan Thornton’s gruesome injury

Chiefs player was visibly disturbed after seeing Tyquan Thornton’s gruesome injury

Kansas City Chiefs left guard Mike Caliendo was a surprise starter on Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders, but he wasn’t ready for something far more shocking during the game.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / October 5
Adam Schefter Reveals What the Chargers Must Do to Keep Khalil Mack at the Deadline

Adam Schefter Reveals What the Chargers Must Do to Keep Khalil Mack at the Deadline

After they started this season 0-3, the Los Angeles Chargers started to see buzzards circling over them. Now, after losing 30-23 to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday and dropping to 0-4, all sorts of hungry birds are starting to peck away.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 5
The Morning-After Thunder: Chargers Show Signs of Life, Too Little Too Late, Now 0-4

The Morning-After Thunder: Chargers Show Signs of Life, Too Little Too Late, Now 0-4

The Los Angeles Chargers dragged a banged-up roster to Lumen Field in Seattle to try to find themselves and pull their season from the darkness enveloping them.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 5
Jim Harbaugh sets the record straight on Mike McDaniel’s job security

Jim Harbaugh sets the record straight on Mike McDaniel’s job security

As far as Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh is concerned, offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel’s seat isn’t even warm enough for the latter to worry about.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Yardbarker / October 5
Jim Harbaugh shares Mike McDaniel job security update after Chargers' loss to Seahawks

Jim Harbaugh shares Mike McDaniel job security update after Chargers' loss to Seahawks

Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh shared a major update on McDaniel's job status. 

NFL Week 4 winners, losers: CeeDee Lamb dominates; Justin Herbert flops again
Jadarian Price injury could be major blow to Seahawks’ rushing attack
The 'Har-Bowl Super Bowl starting lineups' quiz
NFL News / HITC / October 5
‘An agenda of…’ – Joe Burrow’s ex-teammate drops a ‘politics’ accusation on Chargers’ Mike McDaniel

‘An agenda of…’ – Joe Burrow’s ex-teammate drops a ‘politics’ accusation on Chargers’ Mike McDaniel

Mike McDaniel is being blamed for the Los Angeles Chargers’ terrible start to the 2026-27 NFL season. Week 4 of the NFL season didn’t go as planned for the Los Angeles Chargers, as the organization was handed its fourth defeat of the year.

Los Angeles Chargers News / TWSN / October 4
Another Loss, Same Problems: Los Angeles Chargers Hit Rock Bottom at 0-4

Another Loss, Same Problems: Los Angeles Chargers Hit Rock Bottom at 0-4

The Los Angeles Chargers’ season continues to look bleaker after losing their fourth consecutive game to begin the season. The Chargers’ opened the 2026 NFL season 0-4 after falling to the defending Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks 30-23, after a 17-point second half wasn’t enough.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / October 4
After Starting 0-4, the Chargers Clearly Have a Talent Problem

After Starting 0-4, the Chargers Clearly Have a Talent Problem

Remember the optimism and excitement people had for the Los Angeles Chargers as recently as one month ago? Remember the predictions that they would have one of the NFL’s most prolific offenses?

Khalil Mack News / Pro Football Rumors / October 4
Chargers OLB Khalil Mack Could Draw Trade Interest

Chargers OLB Khalil Mack Could Draw Trade Interest

The Chargers lost to the Seahawks on Sunday. As a result, the Bolts now sit at 0-4 on the year, and a seller’s approach at the trade deadline could receive consideration.

Khalil Mack News / Yardbarker / October 2
Rams, 49ers emerge as potential landing spots for Chargers' Khalil Mack

Rams, 49ers emerge as potential landing spots for Chargers' Khalil Mack

The Los Angeles Chargers are 0-3, and suddenly, a player who wasn't supposed to be available is worth watching as the NFL trade deadline gets closer.

Mike McDaniel assigns blame for Chargers' woes, makes big Justin Herbert revelation
No breaks for winless Chargers with host Seahawks up next
NFL executive adds to leadership concerns about Chargers' Justin Herbert
The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

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