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Los Angeles Chargers News / Total Pro Sports / September 1

The Los Angeles Chargers Are Signing Justin Herbert’s Brother

After Sunday’s roster deadline, teams are off to the waiver wire to claim underappreciated talents or sign them after clearing waivers. For the Los Angeles Chargers, it was a perfect time to reunite the Herbert brothers, Justin and Patrick.

Justin Herbert News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Justin Herbert's Brother Will Be Joining Him on the Chargers

This could be a big year for Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert. In six prior NFL seasons, he firmly established himself as one of football’s most talented, if not one of its best, signal-callers, and he has put up some impressive numbers.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Jim Harbaugh on Who Will Start at Left Guard for the Chargers

Outside of starting tackles Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater, the Los Angeles Chargers’ offensive line situation is concerning. Of the most concern is the left guard spot.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 1

Chargers Linebacker Starts Season on IR, Massive Opportunity Open for Rising Star

The Los Angeles Chargers continue to maneuver and manipulate their roster after releasing their initial 53-man roster by the league-mandated deadline on Sunday August 30th.

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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.

Denzel Perryman News / Pro Football Rumors / August 31

Chargers LB Denzel Perryman Lands On IR

The Chargers will start the season without linebacker Denzel Perryman, whom they placed on injured reserve Monday. Perryman is required to miss four games, but there are no details on his injury.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / August 31

Chargers Add Promising Rookie to Practice Squad After Big Preseason Performance

The Los Angeles Chargers may not have a bona fide star running back right now, but they do have solid depth at that position. Omarion Hampton is expected to be their starter, and Keaton Mitchell and Kimani Vidal will back him up.

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

Rookie Akheem Mesidor Puts Stamp on Chargers’ Deep Pass-Rushing Room

It was a defensive unit that already included edge rushers such as ageless Khalil Mack, 2025 Pro Bowler Tuli Tuipulotu, veteran Bud Dupree and up-and-comer Justin Eboigbe.

Justin Herbert News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 31

Chargers land Justin Herbert’s brother after unfortunate Jaguars update

The Los Angeles Chargers added someone familiar with quarterback Justin Herbert Monday. Including after the Chargers left one position empty during roster cutoff day.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 31

Justin Herbert’s brother Patrick makes obvious choice after being waived by Jaguars

Teams across the NFL are finalizing their 53-man rosters and practice squads going into Week 1.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31

Chargers Place LB Denzel Perryman On IR, Announce Initial 16-Player Practice Squad

The Los Angeles Chargers announced they have placed LB Denzel Perryman on injured reserve while re-signing P JK Scott to the roster. Additionally, the

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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.

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

Massive Rookie Class: Every Chargers Rookie Who Made the Initial 53-Man Roster

The Los Angeles Chargers trimmed their roster to 53 on Sunday by the league-mandated deadline. There were many surprises on the initial roster including one of the largest rookie classes in recent memory.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 31

Chargers’ biggest mistake on 53-man roster cutdown day ahead of 2026 NFL season

The Los Angeles Chargers trimmed their roster to 53 players ahead of the 2026 season, and while general manager Joe Hortiz and coach Jim Harbaugh made

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

Chargers' Top Needs, Fits and Waiver Wire Order Update

The Los Angeles Chargers approach the NFL waiver wire with an initial 53-man roster that has some odd things going for it. Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers, for one, didn’t roster a punter while shuffling names to meet the NFL’s deadline.

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

Biggest Snubs of the Los Angeles Chargers' Initial 53-Man Roster

The Los Angeles Chargers have officially released the initial 53-man roster, but like every year there are several players who many thought would make the team.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / August 31

The Chargers Made the Right Move in Picking Trey Lance Over DJ Uiagalelei

Sunday was the deadline for NFL teams to finalize their 53-man rosters, which meant making roster cuts and trades. To get to that point, teams had to make some tough decisions regarding some position battles.

Jim Harbaugh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 31

Reuniting Former Cowboys Bust with Jim Harbaugh and Chargers Makes Too Much Sense

The Los Angeles Chargers are preparing to finalize their initial 53-man roster before the Sunday deadline. Around the NFL, many teams have started trimming their roster and releasing waves of players.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 31

Chargers Reverse Course On Tony Jefferson, Set 53-Man Roster

Here is how the Chargers moved their roster to the 53-man limit Sunday: RB Jaret Patterson P JK Scott S Noah Avinger LB Lander Burton LS Peter Bowden TE

Jim Harbaugh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 31

Undrafted Breakout Knocks Jim Harbaugh's Michigan Draft Bust off Chargers Final Roster

The NFL is a tough place to make a final roster, with only 53 players allowed to be on a team at once. You can, of course, add on the practice squad, but even with the 16-17 added spots disallow the NFL to be a welcoming sport that can house all different situations and talents.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / August 31