Seven Chargers Players Missed Practice on Friday

The Los Angeles Chargers are dealing with some awkwardness right now following the puzzling outcome of their attempted trade of linebacker Daiyan Henley to the Denver Broncos. The trade was agreed to on Tuesday just before the NFL trade deadline, but the Broncos backed out of it on Wednesday night after he reportedly failed a physical exam.

The Broncos attempted to salvage the trade by asking the Chargers to accept something less than the 2027 fourth-round draft pick and 2028 fifth-round pick they agreed to send in return for Henley. But L.A. head coach Jim Harbaugh accused the Broncos of acting in bad faith.

Henley was back at practice for the Chargers on Friday as they prepared to play against the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, but seven players did not take part in the session.

Who was out on Friday?

Linebacker Bud Dupree, wide receivers Ladd McConkey (back) and Brenen Thompson (hamstring), offensive linemen Trey Pipkins III (knee) and Brandon Taylor (ankle), cornerback Isas Waxter (ankle) and safety Kendall Williamson (calf) sat out practice on Friday, according to the Chargers’ official website.

Guard Kayode Awosika (fibula), defensive lineman Justin Eboigbe (ankle), running back Keaton Mitchell (hip), tight end David Njoku (fibula) and cornerback Rodney Shelley (calf) did practice on Friday but were limited.

McConkey has been plagued by numerous injuries this season, including a concussion, a rib fracture, a foot ailment and back spasms. His production is way down this season — he has caught just 17 passes for 286 yards and one touchdown in six games this season.

Last season, McConkey had 66 catches, 789 yards and six touchdowns.

Njoku suffered his fibula injury in Week 2 of this season and has been out ever since. He got off to a nice start this season with five receptions and 58 yards in Week 1 versus the Arizona Cardinals.

The Chargers, of course, are 0-8 and are the only winless team remaining in the NFL this year. After visiting the Ravens, they will return home to host the New York Jets next Sunday and the New England Patriots on Nov. 29.