Chargers’ Next Move: 5 Trade Targets & 2 Free Agents After Brutal Season-Ending Injury

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Breece Hall (New York Jets)

Rumors swirled before the season that the Jets might entertain trading Breece Hall. At 0–3, New York could shift toward rebuilding, making Hall available for the right draft compensation. When healthy, Hall has game-breaking potential both as a runner and receiver, and his contract situation makes him more than a one-year rental.

Alvin Kamara (New Orleans Saints)

The Saints are off to another dismal start, and their front office may finally face reality: it’s time to move Alvin Kamara. The five-time Pro Bowler still has juice left, tallying 144 scrimmage yards and a touchdown in Week 2. While not quite the explosive back he once was, pairing Kamara with Hampton would give Harbaugh a dynamic one-two punch for a playoff push.

Mid-Tier Trade Candidates

Rachaad White (Tampa Bay Buccaneers)

With rookie Bucky Irving overtaking the backfield in Tampa Bay, Rachaad White has become expendable. Through four NFL seasons, White has logged 2,329 rushing yards, 1,324 receiving yards, and 23 total touchdowns. His versatility as a pass-catcher could make him the perfect complement to Hampton in Harbaugh’s offense.

Zach Charbonnet (Seattle Seahawks)

Buried behind Kenneth Walker III, Charbonnet has shown flashes but lacks opportunity in Seattle. He’s a younger, upside-driven option who could thrive in a system that values running back rotation.

Tony Pollard (Tennessee Titans)

Pollard’s fit may be the cleanest. The Titans are firmly in rebuild mode, and the veteran has posted three straight 1,000-yard seasons. He’s not just a Band-Aid—Pollard would give Los Angeles stability in 2026 if Hampton develops more slowly than expected.

The Free Agent Pool

While the trade market provides the most upside, there are veterans available without giving up draft capital.

• Zack Moss: The former Colts back rushed for 794 yards and five touchdowns just two seasons ago. At 27, he offers short-term depth.
• Jamaal Williams: A proven locker-room presence who shocked the league with 17 touchdowns in Detroit in 2022. While not a star, he could stabilize a thinned-out room.

What’s Next for the Chargers?

Harris’ injury forces the Chargers into a crossroads just three weeks into Harbaugh’s tenure. Standing pat would risk burning Herbert’s prime on an imbalanced offense. But swinging big—whether for Kamara, Hall, or Pollard—would signal that Los Angeles still sees itself as a contender despite its rocky start.

Either way, the Chargers’ front office will need to act quickly. Hampton may be the future, but without immediate reinforcements, Los Angeles’ season could unravel before October.