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What We Learned About the Chargers' 53 Man Roster After Preseason Opener

What We Learned About the Chargers' 53 Man Roster After Preseason Opener

The Los Angeles Chargers opened their preseason against the Houston Texans on Thursday night. The team does not have practice on Friday and will return to the field on Saturday to wrap up the third week of training camp.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 14
3 Dramatic Overreactions to Chargers’ Preseason Dominance Over Texans

3 Dramatic Overreactions to Chargers’ Preseason Dominance Over Texans

Preseason or not, the Los Angeles Chargers exorcized a few demons with the win over the Houston Texans on Thursday night.  There, the 27-7 beatdown didn’t

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 14
Biggest Takeaways From Chargers' Preseason Opener

Biggest Takeaways From Chargers' Preseason Opener

The Los Angeles Chargers opened the preseason against the Houston Texans on Thursday night in Houston. The game featured mainly role and reserve players from both sides as well as young players getting their first NFL action.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 14
Winners and Losers From Chargers' Preseason Opener

Winners and Losers From Chargers' Preseason Opener

Well, Chargers fans, the wait is officially over: football is finally back. The Los Angeles Chargers battled the Houston Texans on Thursday night for the first preseason game of the year.

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The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

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Jim Harbaugh News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 14
Chargers’ Jim Harbaugh gives first-round rookie major praise after preseason debut

Chargers’ Jim Harbaugh gives first-round rookie major praise after preseason debut

The exciting NFL regular season is about to start next month, and the Los Angeles Chargers are looking at it with full might. While they have a good stretch of preseason games that kicked off just a day ago, head coach Jim Harbaugh knows how crucial the draft picks are for the team.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Trey Lance News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 13
Chargers vs. Texans Notes: Trey Lance Unexpected QB Battle, Rookies Shine and More

Chargers vs. Texans Notes: Trey Lance Unexpected QB Battle, Rookies Shine and More

The Los Angeles Chargers opened the preseason on Thursday night in Houston against the Texans, creating some intrigue for fans right out of the gates.  There, the Chargers and head coach Jim Harbaugh let starters like Justin Herbert warm up, not actually play in the contest.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 13
Chargers insider claims Mike McDaniel possibilities with Justin Herbert are limitless

Chargers insider claims Mike McDaniel possibilities with Justin Herbert are limitless

Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers’ first year with Mike McDaniel as the offensive coordinator garnered high approval from a fellow team insider.

Kendall Williamson News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 13
Chargers Roster Spotlights: Kendall Williamson, Can the 2025 Roster Surprise Do it Again?

Chargers Roster Spotlights: Kendall Williamson, Can the 2025 Roster Surprise Do it Again?

Kendall Williamson, born on August 24, 2000, in Snellville, Georgia, played his high school ball at his local school, Brookwood, where he would end up earning four-star recruiting status, according to 247Sports.

RJ Mickens News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 12
Chargers Roster Spotlights: RJ Mickens, A Sneaky Returning Key Contributor

Chargers Roster Spotlights: RJ Mickens, A Sneaky Returning Key Contributor

RJ Mickens, born on July 10, 2001, in Irving, Texas, grew up in a football family, being the son of longtime standout NFL DB Ray Mickens. With these roots,

Mike McDaniel News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 12
Chargers OC Mike McDaniel’s ‘hungry’ claim will get fans fired up

Chargers OC Mike McDaniel’s ‘hungry’ claim will get fans fired up

After a four-year stint as Miami Dolphins head coach, Mike McDaniel is now offensive coordinator of the Los Angeles Chargers. He believes both he and the team are on the same page entering 2026.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 12
Steve Smith blasts Chargers for not playing this Justin Herbert weapon enough

Steve Smith blasts Chargers for not playing this Justin Herbert weapon enough

Steve Smith Sr. has seen enough of the Los Angeles Chargers making Tre Harris wait. The former NFL star receiver recently criticized how the Chargers handled Harris during his rookie season on his podcast, arguing that the 2025 second-round pick wasn’t given enough opportunities to showcase why Los Angeles drafted him so highly.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Jim Harbaugh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 12
Jim Harbaugh Brought the Hammer Down after Chargers Practice Skirmish

Jim Harbaugh Brought the Hammer Down after Chargers Practice Skirmish

Los Angeles Chargers training camp, by most accounts, has been pretty tame.  Granted, there are some important things happening. Rashawn Slater and Tuli Tuipulotu are battling injuries.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 12
Chargers’ biggest bombshell surprise from 2026 NFL training camp

Chargers’ biggest bombshell surprise from 2026 NFL training camp

Training camp is where established expectations are supposed to be tested. Occasionally, though, a player comes along and completely detonates the preseason script.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 11
1 Quote and a National Spotlight at Chargers Training Camp Hint at Big Things in 2026

1 Quote and a National Spotlight at Chargers Training Camp Hint at Big Things in 2026

It didn’t take long for Los Angeles Chargers fans to see all the positives of the Mike McDaniel hiring, which paired him with head coach Jim Harbaugh and

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 11
Why Ladd McConkey is league-winning mid-round fantasy football pick after Mike McDaniel hire

Why Ladd McConkey is league-winning mid-round fantasy football pick after Mike McDaniel hire

Finding a superstar in the first two rounds of your fantasy football draft isn’t difficult. Finding one in the middle rounds can win you the league. That’s why Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey should be circled on every fantasy manager’s draft board heading into the 2026 season.

Rashawn Slater News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 11
Chargers’ Rashawn Slater dismisses concerns around training camp injury scare

Chargers’ Rashawn Slater dismisses concerns around training camp injury scare

Los Angeles Chargers left tackle Rashawn Slater hasn’t been on the practice field since Thursday. However, he is making it clear that his absence isn’t anything to worry about.

J.J. McCarthy News / TWSN / August 11
The Los Angeles Chargers Need to Trade for JJ McCarthy

The Los Angeles Chargers Need to Trade for JJ McCarthy

The Minnesota Vikings officially named Kyler Murray the starting quarterback, and despite giving Murray a small one year contract, this was a move that was practically easy to see from the time they signed him.

Los Angeles Chargers News / A to Z Sports / August 11
Los Angeles Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh provides latest injury updates ahead of preseason Week 1 tilt with Houston Texans

Los Angeles Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh provides latest injury updates ahead of preseason Week 1 tilt with Houston Texans

Los Angeles Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh spoke about injuries to starting LT Rashawn Slater, WR Quentin Johnston, and CB Tarheeb Still on Tuesday. This comes ahead of preseason Week 1 vs.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 12
Three most likely trade destinations for Vikings' J.J. McCarthy

Three most likely trade destinations for Vikings' J.J. McCarthy

The Vikings named Kyler Murray their starting quarterback for Week 1 of the 2026 season.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / EssentiallySports / August 11
'Makes Me Feel Weak': Jim Harbaugh Reveals Why Justin Herbert Leaves Him Feeling Powerless

'Makes Me Feel Weak': Jim Harbaugh Reveals Why Justin Herbert Leaves Him Feeling Powerless

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh and quarterback Justin Herbert may not have achieved NFL glory in their two years together. However, they have built a distinctive pregame ritual that has become a hallmark of their partnership.

Mike McDaniel News / Larry Brown Sports / August 11
Mike McDaniel candidly drops fantasy football hint on Chargers running back

Mike McDaniel candidly drops fantasy football hint on Chargers running back

Mike McDaniel knows a fantasy football question when he hears one. The new Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator tackled some questions from the media on Monday, including one that he detected as having a strong hint of fantasy football, particularly concerning the usage of the team’s running backs.

Mike McDaniel News / TWSN / August 10
Mike McDaniel’s Bold Backfield Strategy Could Change the Los Angeles Chargers’ Season

Mike McDaniel’s Bold Backfield Strategy Could Change the Los Angeles Chargers’ Season

While Omarion Hampton remains the lead running back for the Los Angeles Chargers, he might not end up reducing as much as many expected he would entering the offseason.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 10

Chargers Signed OLB Andre Carter

The Los Angeles Chargers announced they have signed OLB Andre Carter to the roster.  To make room, the team waived WR Mante’ Morrow. Carter, 25, was a third-team All-American in 2021.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 5
Chargers Unlikely To Make WR Addition

Chargers Unlikely To Make WR Addition

On Aug. 5, 2025, the Chargers made a significant move in reuniting with wide receiver and franchise icon Keenan Allen on a deal worth $8.52MM. Exactly one year later, it does not appear they will take the same approach.

Jim Harbaugh News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5
Watch: Jim Harbaugh surprisingly joins Chargers for on-field drills

Watch: Jim Harbaugh surprisingly joins Chargers for on-field drills

Jim Harbaugh is doing all he can to get the Los Angeles Chargers ready for the upcoming 2026 season, and that apparently includes joining his players for some on-field workouts.

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