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Ladd McConkey update finally gives Los Angeles Chargers some positive injury news

It has been a rough week for the Los Angeles Chargers on the injury front following the season-ending injury suffered by left tackle Rashawn Slater. But there is finally some positive injury news to talk about and it comes in the form of an update for sophomore wide receiver Ladd McConkey, who hasn't practiced since July 28 due to a leg injury.

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Taylor Heinicke will start Sunday's preseason for the Chargers

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