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Chargers’ Key To Playoff Success: Get Justin Herbert On the Move — Immediately

In this series, Athlon Sports’ Doug Farrar takes a look at the one thing every playoff team in the wild-card round absolutely must do (or absolutely must not do) if they want to advance to the divisional frame and beyond.

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Dolphins threatening to swipe key piece of Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers before playoffs

This one wasn’t hard to see coming for the Los Angeles Chargers. Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers are playoff-bound, but the eliminated teams have already started

Don Shula News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 7

Chargers DC Jesse Minter & Rams DC Chris Shula Other Possibilities To Watch For Ravens

According to Brian Wacker of the Baltimore Sun, Chargers DC Jesse Minter and Rams DC Chris Shula are expected to be among the candidates for the team’s

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

Chargers mock draft goes huge to protect Justin Herbert before NFL playoffs

The Los Angeles Chargers begin their playoff quest this Sunday night. What a road it took to get to this point, as things looked bleak midseason. Especially on the offensive side of the ball, with injuries to numerous offensive linemen before and during the season.

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The 'NFL passing TD leaders by year' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passing touchdowns for each season since the AFL/NFL merger in 1970 can you name in six minutes?

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

Should Chargers risk lineup changes after free-agent signing, unexpected showings?

The Los Angeles Chargers made the wishes of more than a few fans come true over the last week or so with their handling of the offensive line in front

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Los Angeles Chargers News / The Spun / January 6

Laura Rutledge Takes Clear Side In Postgame Interview Controversy

There was a little bit of controversy about a month ago when ESPN's Laura Rutledge had an awkward moment with Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert right after a big win.

Justin Herbert News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 6

Justin Herbert could drag Chargers to a historic feat in playoffs

How tall is the task in front of Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert this postseason? One of the toughest of all time, at least in one key area. Herbert will bring one of the worst NFL playoff offensive lines ever to the postseason this year.

Daiyan Henley News / Bleacher Report / January 6

Watch: Daiyan Henley’s Judge Judy story had Deebo weak

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 6

Chargers vs. Patriots early NFL playoff prediction offers a shocker

The Los Angeles Chargers' last trip to Gillette Stadium went very well. Not only did the Chargers blow out the New England Patriots 40-7, they punched their ticket to the playoffs in their first year under Jim Harbaugh.

Justin Herbert News / The SportsRush / January 6

Bill Belichick Breaks Down How the Chargers Could Upset the Patriots in Wild Card Matchup

Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers got a little extra rest in Week 18, as their spot as the No. 7 seed was essentially set. But that doesn’t mean they are heading into Wild Card weekend healthy.

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

Chargers accused of being NFL playoff 'fool's gold' by NFL execs

In some circles, the Los Angeles Chargers feel like a savvy underdog pick going into the NFL playoffs and their Round 1 showdown with the New England Patriots.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

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

Chargers to face Top 10 toughest schedule in 2026 regular season

The Los Angeles Chargers have yet to play the most important game(s) of this season. But in the NFL it's never too early to start thinking about next season.

Jim Harbaugh News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 5

Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh enters playoff run with 6-word truth bomb

The Los Angeles Chargers enter the postseason with momentum but no illusions. As their playoff run begins on the road, head coach Jim Harbaugh made it clear that regular-season success means nothing once January arrives.

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The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

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

Chargers assigned officiating crew they have not seen in 2 years for wild-card round

The Los Angeles Chargers are set to take on the New England Patriots in the primetime night window on Sunday Night Football for the first round of the NFL playoffs.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 5

Chargers receive suspension update before clash with Patriots

The defensive unit of the Los Angeles Chargers will be in full force for their wild-card round tussle against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on Sunday.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 5

Chargers Sign G Ben Cleveland, Waive S Marcus Maye

The Los Angeles Chargers have signed G Ben Cleveland to their practice squad on Monday and waived S Marcus Maye. The Chargers could really use some offensive line depth into the playoffs and Cleveland was among the best available options at this point.