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Los Angeles Chargers News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

3 Disappointing Chargers So Far This Season

The Los Angeles Chargers, in recent memory, have been disappointing, being 4-3 after starting 3-0. This portion of the season has been riddled with injuries, eventually mounting to be too much for the Bolts to continue the ship forward to victories.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / October 20

Daiyan Henley's shocking fall from grace hit rock bottom in Chargers-Colts

Daiyan Henley emerged as one of the leaders of the LA Chargers' defense in his sophomore season in 2024. After making the jump to a Pro Bowl-caliber player in his second season, many fans thought Henley could make the jump to being an All-Pro in 2025.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / October 1

I was wrong about Daiyan Henley and he's rubbing it in every week

When you cover one team for nearly a decade, you're bound to get some takes wrong. While everyone has their own grocery list of bad takes that age poorly with the benefit of hindsight, my not-so-complimentary takes on Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley have particularly aged horribly.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 18

Chargers DC Jesse Minter labels Daiyan Henley’s 'flu game' as ‘special performance’

The Los Angeles Chargers have a star at linebacker. Daiyan Henley is emerging as a force on the defensive end, showcasing elite tackling and ball-hawking skills.

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Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 17

AFC Notes: Daiyan Henley, Ashton Jeanty, Broncos, Chargers, Raiders

Broncos HC Sean Payton and QB Bo Nix praised the performance of WR Troy Franklin through the first two games this season. “Look, he’s elusive,” Payton said of Franklin, via BroncosWire.com.

Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / September 17

Chargers Share Ladd McConkey, Daiyan Henley Injury Status’ Ahead Of Week 3 Matchup

The Los Angeles Chargers are entering Week 3 against the Denver Broncos with a swollen injury report after a physically taxing start to the season. Wednesday’s

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 16

'I'm a little embarrassed about that' — Chargers star reveals he cried for an understandable reason during dominant performance vs. Raiders

Sometimes, linebackers around the NFL fly under the radar. That has been the case over the past year for Los Angeles Chargers LB Daiyan Henley. The defender plays with a ton of energy and has emerged as a leader in every capacity for Jim Harbaugh's squad.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 16

The first-time Chargers captain who just had his Michael Jordan ‘flu game’

Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley was not at 100 percent Monday night against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. He was far from it.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / September 15

Chargers' Daiyan Henley could miss tonight's game against Raiders

The Los Angeles Chargers are just hours away from taking on the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday Night Football. They'll already be down two top defensive starters, as Elijah Molden (hamstring) and Denzel Perryman (ankle) were ruled out.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

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Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / September 3

Analyst Says Chargers Defender Now Has ‘Surprisingly’ All-Pro Potential

Robert Mays of The Athletic believes Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley is on the verge of a breakout season. “And so, when you look at this collection of players they’ve drafted on defense over the last few years—Derrick mentioned Daiyan Henley—I think he’s probably the best candidate to take that next step.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 5

Denzel Perryman arrest update, Daiyan Henley on Justin Herbert, more

The Los Angeles Chargers received a major update on the legal issues with linebacker Denzel Perryman, as well as a few other moments that have grabbed our attention in the last few days.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / August 5

Chargers LB Daiyan Henley has one word to describe aura of QB Justin Herbert

It may not matter in the record books, but the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Detroit Lions in the Hall of Fame Game this past Thursday.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 24

Chargers LB has 'bag of chips' on shoulder heading into 2025 season

The Los Angeles Chargers are just a week away from their first preseason game as they take on the Detroit Lions in the Hall of Fame Game next Thursday.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 17

2024 NFL breakout players who could be even better in 2025

What can 2024 NFL breakout talents do for an encore? Last year, several players emerged after quiet starts to their professional careers, and below are five who could be even better in 2025.

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Chargers WR Mike Williams retires from NFL after eight seasons

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / July 16

Former third-round pick is full go at Chargers camp

Daiyan Henley played just 53 defensive snaps as a rookie. By his second season, the 2023 third-round pick moved into the Chargers’ defensive signal-caller role as an every-down linebacker — for a defense that made a substantial leap.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 19

Daiyan Henley feels like the leader for the next era of Chargers football

The Los Angeles Chargers are fortunate to have plenty of veteran leaders on defense. Whether that be future Hall of Famer Khalil Mack or longtime veteran Derwin James, the Bolts have a few players others can turn to in times of need.

Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / June 17

Los Angeles Chargers’ Emerging Star Eyes Bigger Impact After Breakout 2024 Season

After a quiet rookie campaign, Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley emerged in 2024 as one of the defense’s most productive players—and he’s already setting the bar higher for 2025.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / June 13

NFL Analysts Predict Young Chargers Defender Will Be a Superstar in 2025

During a recent episode of The Athletic Football Show, host Derrick Klassen and Diante Lee from The Ringer discussed several defensive players they believe can take the next step to becoming top players at their positions next season, including Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 21

Los Angeles Chargers breakout star named to NFL All-Underrated team

Daiyan Henley didn’t make much noise as a rookie in 2023. The Los Angeles Chargers third-round selection had just 16 tackles in 15 games. It was a different story in his second season.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / May 1

AFC West Rumors: Simmons, Chiefs, Moore, Miller, Raiders, OL, Chargers, Molden, Henley

The Chiefs took a gamble on injured tackle Josh Simmons, who saw a patellar tendon tear ding his draft stock a bit. The Ohio State standout went down six games into the season, and some debate existed going into the draft about his availability for the season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / A to Z Sports / March 12

NFL just surprised Chargers LB Daiyan Henley with a deserved raise after breakout performance during 2024 NFL season

Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley quietly had a breakout season in 2024. A third-round pick by Los Angeles in the 2023 NFL Draft, Henley was mostly a special teams contributor during his rookie season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / February 4

Chargers' Daiyan Henley promises to recruit superstar offseason target

The LA Chargers have a big offseason ahead as the team looks to build on the foundation that was laid in 2024 under Jim Harbaugh. With far more cap resources and a deep selection of draft picks, the Chargers are in a position to make real noise this offseason.

Los Angeles Chargers News / A to Z Sports / January 13

Chargers' Daiyan Henley reveals he played the majority of the 2024 NFL season with a torn labrum

The Los Angeles Chargers finished the season on a tough note with their blowout loss to the Houston Texans last weekend. One of their top young players on defense made a huge admission following the defeat. Henley announced on Sunday that he played most of this season with a torn labrum.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Yardbarker / December 21