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Chargers have to consider blockbuster trade to become Super Bowl contenders

Entering Week 9, the Los Angeles Chargers are one game out of first place in the AFC West. They're not only within striking distance of the division lead, but head coach Jim Harbaugh has seen them play well enough to be legit contenders this season.

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Keenan Allen is chasing Chargers records and NFL immortality

The Los Angeles Chargers veteran wide receiver is closing in on history on multiple fronts. Allen, currently has 952 receptions as a member of the Chargers.

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Chargers draw obscure TV announcing crew for predicted Week 9 blowout at Titans

The Los Angeles Chargers are far, far from the bright lights of Brazil, the primetime of Monday Night Football and Prime Network on Thursday night, and even a Sunday afternoon marquee matchup against the team with the best record in the AFC.

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Chargers tabbed as NFL trade deadline fit for underrated Panthers breakout candidate

The Los Angeles Chargers currently have an issue at running back. Najee Harris went down for the season with an Achilles injury and rookie Omarion Hampton is on IR with an ankle sprain.

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Derwin James feeling ‘fresh’ coming off of ankle injury

The Los Angeles Chargers bounced back from a loss to the Indianapolis Colts, blowing out the Minnesota Vikings in Week 8’s Thursday Night Football showdown.

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Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

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NFL trade deadline’s biggest name sends Chargers fans into frenzy

The Los Angeles Chargers are one of the biggest possible buyers going into the NFL trade deadline early next week. Sure, Chargers general manager Joe

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Chargers' fourth-round selection has been majorly disappointing halfway through rookie year

The Los Angeles Chargers' 2025 NFL draft class had returns on day one and two, with all of those rookies playing meaningful snaps for the Chargers, helping contribute to the Bolts' current 5-3 record.

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Could Chargers' search for reinforcements put a veteran on the trade block?

The top of the AFC West has yet to be decided. The Los Angeles Chargers find themselves in a tight race for the division against the Denver Broncos, who currently hold the top spot, and the Kansas City Chiefs.

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Chargers’ Trey Lance finally enters the NFL trade deadline speculation mill

It truly only felt like a matter of time before Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Trey Lance got his name thrown out in NFL trade deadline speculation, right?

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Titans defender says Justin Herbert is perfect quarterback ahead of showdown

Tennessee Titans defensive lineman T’Vondre Sweat drew attention online Thursday for his comments about Justin Herbert.

Justin Herbert, Chargers not taking Titans lightly despite record

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Chargers Share Encouraging Derwin James Injury Update — Will the Star Safety Start vs. Titans?

The Los Angeles Chargers got some positive news on the injury front this week. Star safety Derwin James, who suffered a low ankle sprain during the team’s Week 8 win over the Minnesota Vikings, returned to practice on Wednesday as a limited participant and was upgraded to full participation on Thursday.

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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'

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Chargers could easily swipe former first-round pick for next to nothing

It's certainly no secret that the Los Angeles Chargers have had their fair share of problems on the offensive line this season, an issue that began during

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Chargers could eat cap hit, trade for Vikings veteran to help Justin Herbert

As the NFL trade deadline nears on Tuesday, teams will begin to see if they can save money by unloading unneeded contracts. The Los Angeles Chargers may be on the other side of this, as they'll be looking to acquire talent to help propel them towards a deep playoff run.

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Chargers' dream trade deadline target may be off the market after Week 8

Kimani Vidal has been a revelation for the Los Angeles Chargers this season. He's stepped into a starting spot as seamlessly as you can ask from a backup, especially one with minimal NFL experience.

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New RB Target Emerges In Chargers Trade Rumors Ahead of NFL Trade Deadline

The Los Angeles Chargers have quietly regained traction in the AFC West, sitting at 5–3 after a key victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Yet injuries at running back and along the offensive line have left the team thin, and as the Nov.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / October 30

Chargers preseason star to get first real regular-season opportunity vs. Titans

The Chargers are currently battling injuries in the secondary. Jim Harbaugh said on Tuesday that it was looking like Tarheeb Still would not play against the Titans.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / October 30

Chargers just landed on a list fans never would have expected

You would never guess it based on the small swings the team took, but the LA Chargers entered the 2025 offseason with the second-most cap space in the NFL.

Mekhi Becton News / Bolt Beat / October 30

It's already time for the Chargers to admit defeat on their biggest signing

Mekhi Becton was the grand prize in an offseason that was fueled by the second-most cap space in the sport. The LA Chargers signed Becton to a two-year, $20 million contract in what was the team's biggest signing of the spring.

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Chargers trade rumor from ESPN could lead to deadline deals with Saints and Jets

The Los Angeles Chargers have two clear needs to address ahead of the NFL trade deadline at running back and offensive line. The injuries to Najee Harris and Omarion Hampton have left the cupboard bare at running back, although Kimani Vidal is doing better than anyone expected.

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