Los Angeles Chargers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Game day, rookies with much to gain, anticipated return and more

It is the first game day for the Los Angeles Chargers in the 2025 season. Tonight, the team will take on the Detroit Lions in the Hall of Fame Game. There's plenty to discuss before kick-off, and we've got everything you need, right here, in the Chargers news roundup.

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Where Does LT Rashawn Slater’s Historic $114 Million Contract Compare To Other Elite Left Tackles?

Rashawn Slater and the Los Angeles Chargers have finally come to a historic agreement, signing a 4-year, $114 million deal, making him the highest-paid offensive lineman in the NFL on an annual basis.

Justin Herbert News / The SportsRush / July 31

How the Chargers’ $60 Million Plan for Justin Herbert Helps Him Match Dak Prescott’s Salary This Season

When the Los Angeles Chargers signed Justin Herbert to a five-year, $262.5 million extension last season, they didn’t just lock in their franchise quarterback.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolts From The Blue / July 31

Can you guess this Chargers defensive end in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out which Chargers player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! Welcome back to another edition of Chargers In-5 Trivia!

Jimmy Graham News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL all-time touchdown receptions leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL players with at least 80 touchdown catches in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Pro Football Hall-of-Fame All-2010's team' quiz

The '2023-24 NFL receiving leaders by team' quiz

The 'Most TDs in an NFL game' quiz

NFL News / CBSSports.com / July 31

Pro Football Hall of Fame Game: Trey Lance, Terrion Arnold and other players to keep an eye on

Lance was the No. 3 overall selection in the 2021 NFL Draft

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 31

Chargers rookies with much to gain during preseason game vs. Lions

The Los Angeles Chargers kick off the NFL preseason Thursday night with the Hall of Fame game against the Detroit Lions. There, Trey Lance will quarterback with a starters list composed of mostly rookies and guys trying to make the final 53-man roster. That means a heavy dose of rookies.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / July 31

Notable Chargers rookie will inevitably hit the chopping block after Lions game

The preseason represents something different for everyone on the LA Chargers roster. For some, it's a chance to tune up before the regular season, for others, it's a chance to climb the depth chart from second string to first string; for an unfortunately large group, it's an audition to other teams in the league with no real future in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 31

Chargers fan favorite rookie reveals early morning wake-up routine

The Los Angeles Chargers will be taking the field for the first time against another opponent when they meet the Detroit Lions on Thursday in the Hall of Game.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 31

Former No.3 overall pick has real shot to win Chargers' QB2 job

The Los Angeles Chargers have a very intriguing quarterback room. Of course, it starts with Justin Herbert, who's been nothing short of spectacular since being drafted in 2020.

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / July 31

NFL Is Back: Lions vs. Chargers Hall of Fame Game Guide

Ah, the Hall of Fame Game. It’s like that annual appetizer before the main NFL season course. Not quite the steak dinner, but enough to whet your appetite for what’s ahead.

Najee Harris News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 31

'No timeline' yet for Najee Harris' return following fireworks injury

Najee Harris' Los Angeles Chargers career didn't get off to the right start. In an effort to improve the surrounding skill players around Justin Herbert, Harris was one of the first free agents brought in this offseason.

Nikko Reed News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 30

Chargers undrafted free agent getting some key usage in training camp

Tired of hearing about Los Angeles Chargers undrafted rookie cornerback Nikko Reed yet? Apologies in advance, but Reed has been all over the place at Chargers training camp, making plays and looking like the latest rookie corner breakout.

Trey Lance News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Cowboys-Ex Trey Lance Gets Chargers Preseason Opportunity

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback and former Dallas Cowboy Trey Lance is going to get his preseason opportunity against the Detroit Lions in the Hall of Fame game this week, per CBS Sports.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 30

Chargers given shockingly low chances to win their first-ever Super Bowl

The Los Angeles Chargers are one of 12 teams that have yet to win a Super Bowl. They’ve made just one appearance, which was during their San Diego days, but that game ended in disappointment.

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The 'National League MVPs' quiz

The 'NFL stadium names' quiz

The 'NFL all-time touchdown receptions leaders' quiz

The 'MLB mascot names' quiz

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolts From The Blue / July 30

Data suggests Chargers must lean into passing attack, but will they?

The Los Angeles Chargers’ offense improved last season when they became a more pass-centric offense. Will they take it into consideration in 2025? Last season, the Los Angeles Chargers’ offense improved in the second half with the increase in passing attempts and decrease in the rushing attack.

Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / July 30

Chargers ‘Something Minor’ Injury Stokes Familiar Durability Questions At Critical Position

The Los Angeles Chargers are taking a cautious approach with second-year wide receiver Ladd McConkey, who is working through what head coach Jim Harbaugh

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Chargers HC Announces Star-Studded Hall of Fame Game Lineup

For the first time in what has felt like an eternity, NFL football is back in full effect. The Los Angeles Chargers are set to face off with the Detroit Lions in the league’s annual Hall of Fame Game, an event that kicks off Hall of Fame Enshrinement Week events.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Gridiron Heroics / July 30