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The Chargers ruled out a pair of defensive players who started in their season-opening win against the Chiefs. Defensive back Elijah Molden injured his hamstring in practice on Thursday and missed practice the last two days.

Elijah Molden News / Bolt Beat / September 12

Key Chargers defender suffers an unfortunate setback prior to Raiders game

On Thursday's injury report, Elijah Molden popped up with a different designation than he had previously. In Week 1, Molden was largely healthy but still listed with the knee injury he was rehabbing from last season.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / September 4

The Chargers’ Defensive Skeleton Key is Back After Latest Injury Report

The Los Angeles Chargers received a boost ahead of Friday’s showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs: safety Elijah Molden has been cleared to play. After being limited on Wednesday’s injury report, Molden returned as a full participant Thursday, putting him on track to anchor a defense that has quietly reinvented itself around his versatility.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / September 2

Chargers, Chiefs Announce 1st Injury Report: Updated Status For Najee Harris, Elijah Molden

The Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs released their first official injury reports of the 2025 season on Tuesday, setting the stage for Friday night’s opener in São Paulo, Brazil.

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

Chargers' $18M rising star working back from injury quickly at training camp

The Los Angeles Chargers had plenty of breakout stars on defense last season. Defensive coordinator Jesse Minter's system proved to be beneficial for a few players, especially in the secondary.

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

Chargers get good news on two returning players for training camp

The Los Angeles Chargers got a head start on the beginning of training camp, as the team will meet the Detroit Lions in the Hall of Game at the end of July.

Los Angeles Chargers News / A to Z Sports / July 21

Chargers playmaker leaps over important hurdle to get back onto the field during training camp practices

The Los Angeles Chargers enjoyed a welcome return this past weekend as they continue training camp endeavors with plenty of new faces on both sides of the football. Chargers defensive back Elijah Molden has made his return from injury.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 20

Chargers Activating CB Elijah Molden & WR Jaylen Johnson From IR

According to Aaron Wilson, the Chargers are activating CB Elijah Molden and WR Jaylen Johnson from injured reserve after both players passed their physicals.

Los Angeles Chargers News / A to Z Sports / May 23

NFL analyst named the most underappreciated player on the Los Angeles Chargers' roster and he couldn't be more right

Safety Elijah Molden was a breakout player for the Chargers in 2024. Los Angeles acquired him at the conclusion of the preseason from the Tennessee Titans

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As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

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 / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / April 30

Chargers' key name offers an important injury update after NFL draft

Elijah Molden was one of the bigger early success stories for the Jim Harbaugh Los Angeles Chargers. Molden came over via trade in exchange for a seventh-round

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AFC Notes: Elijah Molden, Josh Simmons, Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs

For their final pick in the 2025 draft, the Broncos selected basketball player Caleb Lohner, who will play tight end in HC Sean Payton‘s offense at 6’7.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / March 27

Chargers' under-the-radar move could have huge impact in 2025

The Los Angeles Chargers have been one of the more active teams at the start of NFL free agency. The franchise has added some big-name players to the roster ahead of the 2025 season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / March 5

Chargers bring back depth pass-catcher amid flurry of WR rumors

The LA Chargers did not wait for the start of NFL free agency to make the team's first move of the offseason in re-signing safety Elijah Molden. Molden is no longer alone, as the Bolts have made another move to keep a player from last year's team.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / February 25

Chargers confirm extension talks with pillar of the offensive line

The Los Angeles Chargers have already started extending players for the future of the franchise. The team recently extended Elijah Molden, securing a spot in the defensive secondary.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / February 24

Chargers re-signing Elijah Molden all but guarantees departure of key free agent

The LA Chargers didn't wait for NFL free agency to start to re-sign Elijah Molden to a three-year contract worth $18.75 million. Molden signed for more than he was projected to with many expecting the breakout safety to sign a one-year deal after his late-season injury.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / February 22

The one (small) downside of Elijah Molden's Chargers contract

Elijah Molden signed a new three-year contract with the LA Chargers worth up to $18.75 million with $13.5 million guaranteed. While the Chargers' urge to bring Molden back into the fold after a breakout season wasn't a surprise, the numbers of the contract certainly popped of the page.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / February 22

Chargers post heartfelt messages after Elijah Molden's contract extension

The Los Angeles Chargers got an offseason full of big roster moves started with a bang this week, inking safety Elijah Molden to a three-year deal. An aggressive move, the Chargers hit Molden with some big money to make sure he didn’t leave during free agency.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / February 21

Chargers Reach Agreement on Long-Term Deal With Elijah Molden

The Los Angeles Chargers extended safety Elijah Molden after acquiring him via trade in August. According to Ian Rapoport, Molden signed a three-year deal for $18.75 million with $13.5 million in guarantees.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / February 20

Chargers lock down veteran defender with long-term deal

The second-generation NFL DB was on the verge of free agency, but the Chargers evidently made him a good enough offer to pass on the open market.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 1

Chargers Place S Elijah Molden On IR

The Los Angeles Chargers announced they have placed S Elijah Molden on injured reserve. This unfortunately could end Molden’s season, as he must miss four games before he’s eligible to return.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / December 28

Chargers DB out for season with broken fibula

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Empire Sports Media / November 5

The Chargers made one incredible trade to transform their defense

Back in late August, the Chargers sent a 2026 seventh-round pick to the Tennessee Titans in exchange for fourth-year defensive back Elijah Molden.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 28, 2024

Titans to trade young CB to Chargers

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Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / December 17, 2023

Watch: Elijah Molden Pick-Six Interception Gives Titans 13-0 Lead Over Texans

The Tennessee Titans have jumped out to an early double-digit lead over the Houston Texans after Elijah Molden intercepted Texans' passer Case Keenum and took the ball 45 yards on his way to the end zone. There looked to be a miscommunication between Keenum and his running back as Keenum threw outside as his target broke inside.

Tennessee Titans News / Yardbarker / November 2, 2022