Los Angeles Chargers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Justin Herbert News / Athlon Sports / September 16

NFL Defensive Coach Says a Successful Year for Justin Herbert Will Come at a Price

The Los Angeles Chargers are suddenly in the danger zone following their 26-14 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Their offense looked completely disjointed, and there is now some real concern that new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel’s system simply won’t work with quarterback Justin Herbert.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 16

NFL Analyst Sounds the Alarm About Chargers’ New Offense After Loss to Cardinals

The optimism and excitement that many were feeling about the Los Angeles Chargers this season quickly evaporated after the team’s stunning 26-14 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 16

How Brissett helped 'psychopath' LaFleur lead Cardinals to upset win

How Jacoby Brissett helped 'psychopath' Mike LaFleur lead Cardinals to upset win over Chargers

Arguably the most stunning development of Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season involved first-year Cardinals head coach LaFleur guiding his club to a 26-14 win at the Chargers.

Mike LaFleur kicks off Cardinals tenure by achieving rare franchise history

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Jim Harbaugh provides update on Ladd McConkey injury after Chargers' Week 1 loss

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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.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 16

Instant Analysis After Chargers Injuries Lead to Unexpected Signing of Super Bowl Winner

Now that the Los Angeles Chargers find themselves 0-1 to start the 2026 NFL season, the team has begun to look at other avenues to improve their roster and look to turn their season around.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / September 15

Chargers Are Adding Two-Time Super Bowl Champion to Their Practice Squad

The Los Angeles Chargers looked disjointed and out of sorts during their 26-14 loss on Sunday to the Arizona Cardinals. They did not resemble the team people expected them to be under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel and new defensive coordinator Chris O’Leary at all.

Marquez Valdes-Scantling News / Field Level Media / September 15

Report: Chargers add WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to practice squad

Seeking to bolster a banged-up receiving corps, the Los Angeles Chargers signed Marquez Valdes-Scantling to their practice squad, ESPN reported on Tuesday.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 16

Chargers signing 2-time Super Bowl champion receiver

The Los Angeles Chargers are shoring up their depth at wide receiver heading into Week 2. The Chargers are reportedly signing veteran wideout Marquez Valdes-Scantling to a contract.

Marquez Valdes-Scantling News / Pro Football Rumors / September 15

Chargers To Sign WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling

The Chargers are signing wideout Marquez Valdes-Scantling to their practice squad, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, adding some veteran depth following multiple injuries in their receiving corps.

Los Angeles Chargers News / The Spun / September 15

Los Angeles Chargers' Upcoming Schedule Is Absolutely Brutal

While it’s way too early to count out the Los Angeles Chargers, their 2026 schedule looks awfully tough. The Chargers were overwhelming favorites to defeat the Arizona Cardinals in Week 1, and yet, Jim Harbaugh’s squad suffered a 26-14 loss at home.

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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 / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 15

Chargers Signing WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling To PS

According to Jeremy Fowler, the Chargers are signing WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to their practice squad on Tuesday. Los Angeles’ practice squad now includes:

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 15

The Biggest Decision Chargers DC Chris O'Leary Got Wrong Against Cardinals, Next Move

The Los Angeles Chargers have plenty to fix going forward following their loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Sunday's game was a debut for both of the Chargers' new coordinators and marked the NFL play-calling debut for defensive coordinator Chris O'Leary.

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Ladd McConkey News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 15

Chargers giving 2-time Super Bowl WR a look amid Ladd McConkey injury concerns

The Los Angeles Chargers aren’t wasting any time exploring additional help at wide receiver. Los Angeles is working out veteran wideout Marquez Valdes-Scantling, according to Jordan Schultz.

KeAndre Lambert-Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 15

Chargers Made Three Moves, Placed WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith On IR

The Los Angeles Chargers placed WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith on injured reserve, promoted WR Gary Jennings and re-signed CB Isas Waxter to the practice squad, per the NFL transaction wire. Lambert-Smith, 24, started his career at Penn State before transferring to Auburn to finish out his collegiate eligibility.

Jim Harbaugh News / EssentiallySports / September 15

'This Guy’s a Fraud': Jim Harbaugh Brutally Called Out by Former Chargers Player After Embarrassing Loss

The Los Angeles Chargers were confident that their growing partnership with Jim Harbaugh and Justin Herbert could finally help the franchise get rid of its postseason frustrations.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 15

Justin Herbert’s Flop Draws the Worst Type of Josh Allen Comparisons

The vibes are so low around the Los Angeles Chargers right now that Justin Herbert comparisons to Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen aren’t even debates

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 15

Chargers' Free Agent Addition Has Blunt Response After Sunday's Disaster

The Los Angeles Chargers entered the 2026 season with expectations that extended well beyond simply getting through Week One. With Justin Herbert at quarterback, a new offensive system and a roster built to compete.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 15

Chargers Continue Their Perplexing Struggles Outside the AFC West

The expectations were high coming into this season. And before some start pushing the panic button, one opening day loss at home obviously does not a season make.

Ladd McConkey News / Pro Football Rumors / September 14

Chargers WR Ladd McConkey Day-To-Day With Rib Injury

It sounds like Ladd McConkey avoided a serious injury during yesterday’s season-opening loss. The Chargers WR is dealing with a rib injury and has been deemed day-to-day, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14

Jim Harbaugh provides update on Ladd McConkey injury after Chargers' Week 1 loss

The Los Angeles Chargers walked away from Week 1 with more than a loss to worry about. Jim Harbaugh revealed Monday that wide receiver Ladd McConkey is dealing with a rib injury.

Chargers can't escape their reputation with unacceptable loss to Cardinals

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Ladd McConkey News / Field Level Media / September 14

Report: Chargers WR Ladd McConkey undergoing testing on rib injury

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey underwent testing on Monday to determine the extent of the rib injury he sustained in Los Angeles' season-opening 26-14 loss to Arizona on Sunday, according to a report by NFL Network.

Jim Harbaugh News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14

Jim Harbaugh names his big regret after Week 1 loss

Jim Harbaugh has some regrets after his Los Angeles Chargers lost an ugly season opener to the Arizona Cardinals. The Chargers lost 26-14 in a home upset at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Ca.