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Chargers' win-loss projections for final 6 games of season

The Los Angeles Chargers stumbled into the bye week and better come out of it steady. Jim Harbaugh’s team, after all, doesn’t have an easy task in front of it down the stretch.

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One key stat cited as ‘killing’ the Chargers’ season

The Los Angeles Chargers aren’t doing enough to protect quarterback Justin Herbert. That much is obvious just flicking on any old Chargers game this year.

Kimani Vidal News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 21

It's time to dump Kimani Vidal in fantasy football

The Los Angeles Chargers head into their bye week extremely banged up. The offensive line has taken the most hits out of any position group on the roster.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 21

Did the Chargers already tell us who the heir is at the center position?

The Los Angeles Chargers offensive line has dealt with a significant amount of injuries this season. Only two linemen have played every snap this season.

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The 'Active 300-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL quarterbacks to rack up at least 300 yards through the air in a game 10 or more times?

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Justin Herbert News / The Lead / November 21

The Chargers Are Failing Justin Herbert

Since entering the NFL in 2020, Justin Herbert has been nothing short of historically great. He was unexpectedly thrust into the starting role early in his rookie season, and he ran with it.

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College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 21

Can Chargers fix hidden, biggest weakness during bye to save season?

The Los Angeles Chargers have a quiet weakness putting them in serious jeopardy of a regression, to the point of possibly missing the playoffs. While the Chargers sit on a bye week, it begs the question: Can they actually fix the weakness? It sounds like a simple enough problem to fix, of course: Stop turning the ball over.

Justin Herbert News / Oregon Ducks on SI / November 21

Justin Herbert and Madison Beer Spark Pregame Speculation in Eugene

With the No. 7 Oregon Ducks getting prepared for their first game against the No. 22 USC Trojans as Big Ten foes, the stars are rolling into Eugene. Thursday

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 21

Chargers bye week grades showcase some troubling concerns

The Los Angeles Chargers briefly appeared like major contenders to start the season. Things have spiraled nearly out of control since, with the Chargers

Mekhi Becton News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 21

Chargers' big free agent swing's snap counts explain team's busting mistake

The Los Angeles Chargers did not do much to help their offensive line this offseason. However, they took one seemingly calculated swing with the former first-round pick, and then-newly Super Bowl champion, Mekhi Becton, to be their "big" upgrade across a bad interior group.

Ladd McConkey News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 20

Chargers WR Ladd McConkey makes promise to Fantasy Football managers

The Los Angeles Chargers have found a fan favorite both on and off the field in second-year wide receiver Ladd McConkey. Praised for his precise route running and consistent production, McConkey drew attention this week with a clear message to Fantasy Football managers who count on him each week for points and playoff dreams.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 20

Fan favorite trade target suddenly available on waivers, will the Chargers claim him?

The Los Angeles Chargers are currently on their bye week before they return for Thanksgiving week and a showdown against their division rivals, the Las Vegas Raiders.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 20

Chargers select college football's best run-stopper in new mock draft

The Los Angeles Chargers may be spending their bye week resting, relaxing and recharging in advance of the NFL season's stretch drive. But their fans are staying busy working ...

Joe Hortiz News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 20

Chargers' rookie class looks like another solid effort from Joe Hortiz at bye week

At the bye week, one thing is clear about the Los Angeles Chargers: They have another hit rookie class on their hands. A year removed from getting Joe

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 20

NFL playoff percentages put Chargers in a tough spot based on remaining schedule

The Los Angeles Chargers have dug themselves quite a hole in the NFL playoffs standings outlook. That is, at least compared to the start of the season when they looked like AFC West favorites after sweeping the entire division. Now?

Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / November 20

The Chargers Must Solve 1 Big Question Over The Bye Week

Currently sitting with a 7-3 record with the projected 6th seed in the playoffs, it’s been a tumultuous 2025 season for the Los Angeles Chargers so far.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / November 20

6 important Week 12 games that have a direct impact on Chargers' playoff hopes

After an embarrassing 35-6 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars this past Sunday, which represents the worst defeat of the Jim Harbaugh era, by the way, the Los Angeles Chargers will finally take their much-needed bye week to rest up and get some things right before the homestretch of this 2025 season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / November 20

Chargers’ defensive disaster isn't stopping Jesse Minter from getting HC buzz

After his success in the 2024 season, the question for Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter has generally been when he'll get a head coaching opportunity, not if.

Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / November 20

4 Chargers Now on the Hot Seat: The Players With the Most to Prove Post-Bye

Welp, that was an awful showing by the Los Angeles Chargers last week. There are too many issues, from the offensive line to the run defense, the receiver coverage.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / November 20

Once-popular Chargers draft pick would absolutely change if LA had a mulligan

Several stars have emerged from the last two LA Chargers draft classes under general manager Joe Hortiz. In just two years, Hortiz has already proven to be a better drafter than Tom Telesco, who had a truly disastrous multi-year run, outside of Justin Herbert, at the tail end of his career.

Justin Herbert News / Athlon Sports / November 20

Chargers, Jaguars Awaiting Punishment Decision From NFL After Justin Herbert Incident

Justin Herbert was far from impressive in the Los Angeles Chargers’ 35-6 blowout loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. The Chargers entered that game on a high after winning three in a row, only to be utterly dominated by Trevor Lawrence and Co.

Jim Harbaugh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / November 20

Jim Harbaugh reveals new option after Chargers' trade arrival gets benched in debut

The Los Angeles Chargers are fortunate their bye week is here, as the offensive line situation has been a disaster. Injuries to key players such as Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt have seriously hindered what the Bolts offense is capable of, as there seemed to be a new starting five every week up to this point.

Ladd McConkey News / 5 GOATs / November 19

Chargers WR Ladd McConkey throws hat in the ring for 2028 US Olympic flag football team

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey is more than ready to compete in flag football in the 2028 Summer Olympics. While appearing on The Schultz Report with NFL insider Jordan Schultz, McKonkey was asked if he wanted to compete for Team USA in the next Olympics, which will be held in LA.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / November 19

Chargers may have gotten the steal of the offseason with re-emerging veteran

As the Los Angeles Chargers have alternatively climbed and stumbled to a 7-4 record through the first 11 weeks of the season, their defense, which was one of the best in the league a season ago, has seen both its highs and its lows, exemplifying some of the shakiness and inconsistency that has defined the team as a whole this season.

Omarion Hampton News / LAFB Network / November 19

Chargers RB Now Inching Closer to Return In Week 13

The Los Angeles Chargers are on a Week 12 bye, giving the team a pause to assess injuries and prepare for their Week 13 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 17