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NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 8

NFL Trade Scenario Has Chargers Movin' on Up for Edge Rusher in First Round

Earlier this week, Bill Barnwell of ESPN released his annual piece in which each team currently with a pick in the first round orchestrates a trade. Now

Khalil Mack News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 8

Khalil Mack Meets With Big-Name Chargers Draft Target

The Los Angeles Chargers are just weeks away from the 2026 NFL Draft. Sitting at No.22 overall for the second consecutive year, the Chargers need to ensure they add an impact player immediately.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 8

3 Mistakes the Los Angeles Chargers Can't Afford to Make in the NFL Draft

The Los Angeles Chargers are in the midst of a pivotal offseason for the franchise and for head coach Jim Harbaugh. This offseason, the Chargers have had to replace an elite defensive coordinator in Jesse Minter with one of his proteges Chris O'Leary.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 7

Wild but brilliant move Chargers must make in 2026 NFL Draft

Now is the time for the Los Angeles Chargers to roll the dice on greatness. They shouldn’t hesitate when the opportunity presents itself in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 7

NFL Trade Speculation Once Again Points Chargers at Giants Star

The Los Angeles Chargers are always going to come up in trade speculation around major names. Given how general manager Joe Hortiz does business, the Chargers are always going to be sitting around with some of the highest free cap space in the NFL.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 7

NFL Mock Draft Has Chargers Making Colossal Mistake

Few would complain if the Los Angeles Chargers used a first-round pick on an offensive lineman to help out Justin Herbert. The Chargers’ shortcomings

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 7

Chargers, Browns Projected Trade Shakes up NFL Mock Draft

The Los Angeles Chargers trading around on draft day almost feels inevitable. Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz loves to wheel and deal during the process.

Dexter Lawrence News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 7

Chargers Urged to 'Make A Big Move' with Dexter Lawrence Trade Demand Going Public

The NFL world was hit with a jolt of energy the day after Easter Sunday. Normally, the weeks leading up to the NFL draft are marked with news updates about prospect visits, what experts claim to be hearing in the lead-up to the draft, and nauseating hyper-speculation about draft prospects.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 7

Chargers Named Best Fit for Intriguing Developmental Prospect Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

With the 2026 NFL Draft right around the corner, we have seen plenty of scenarios play out for the Los Angeles Chargers. Whether it's upgrading offensive guard or defensive tackle in the first round, it has been played over and over again...with good reasoning.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 6

NFL Trade Rumors Might Make Sense, But Conservative Chargers Unlikely to Play Ball

The Los Angeles Chargers don’t vibe like a team about to pull off a blockbuster trade. Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz has been more than happy to take a conservative, plodding approach to the offseason so far.

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Daiyan Henley News / LAFB Network / April 6

Can Linebacker Daiyan Henley Be The Chargers Most Impactful Defensive Player Of 2026?

Linebacker Daiyan Henley had a good 2025 season and led the Chargers in regular-season solo (54) and assisted (49) tackles and had the second-highest Pro Football Focus (PFF) tackling grade (78.5%) of his career.

Los Angeles Chargers News / The Lead / April 6

Los Angeles Chargers 2026 NFL Draft Preview

The Los Angeles Chargers finished their second year under Jim Harbaugh and Joe Horitz in nearly the same way as their first in 2024. In both seasons, the Chargers experienced first-round playoff exits, with a top-10 defense faltering under the pressure of a mediocre opposing offense, and a mediocre offense struggling against a top-10 defense.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 6

Chargers Could Still Swing Blockbuster Trade for Giants Star

The Los Angeles Chargers have a solid pass rushing duo of Tuli Tuipulotu and Khalil Mack. Despite losing Odafe Oweh to the Washington Commanders, the Chargers still have a formidable edge rush room that can get the job done.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 6

Chargers Have a Sleeper Need In Round 1 of NFL Draft

The talk all offseason for the Los Angeles Chargers have been centered around the offense. The offensive line remains a priority, as both guard spots are in question.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 6

Free Agency Scrapyard: Veterans Who Could Still Help the Chargers Win in 2026

The Los Angeles Chargers and the rest of the NFL for the most part have hit a pause on free agency and have turned their full attention to the draft. At this time of year, many veteran free agents find it best to wait until after the draft and often into training camp before signing with a new team.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 5

NFL Draft Visit News Sees Chargers Taking a Little Injury Risk

The Los Angeles Chargers have two offensive tackles coming back from serious injuries this offseason. Are they about to add another? The Chargers already have Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater on the mend before OTAs this spring.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 5

Size Does Matter to the Los Angeles Chargers Evaluating Edge Rushers

The Los Angeles Chargers are in the market for an edge rusher. They are in luck, the 2026 draft class of edge rushers is very deep and has every different type of prospect.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 5

Jim Harbaugh Opens Up About Mike McDaniel, Future for Justin Herbert

We recently wrote about how the Los Angeles Chargers could look to Mike McDaniel’s Miami Dolphins days as a way to blueprint out how he intends to protect

Los Angeles Chargers News / A to Z Sports / April 5

Chargers may have perfect prospect fall in their lap on day three of the 2026 NFL Draft

The Los Angeles Chargers must keep Justin Herbert upright and healthy in 2026 if they want to make a playoff run. While 2025 was another step in the right direction, they need to accomplish more, and their offensive line will play a key hand in exactly that.