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Chargers-Broncos Game Preview: Underwhelming Denver provides hope for Bolts offense
The Broncos are another team this season that does not look like the group that nearly went to the Super Bowl a season ago behind a 14-3 record. Through four weeks, they’ve been one of the worst offenses and defenses in the NFL, yet somehow boast a 2-2 record. After dropping the their first two […]
Chargers-Broncos Game Preview: Underwhelming Denver provides hope for Bolts offense
The Broncos are another team this season that does not look like the group that nearly went to the Super Bowl a season ago behind a 14-3 record. Through four weeks, they’ve been one of the worst offenses and defenses in the NFL, yet somehow boast a 2-2 record. After dropping the their first two […]
Chargers sign OL Daniel Brunskill to practice squad
The Chargers are adding another offensive lineman who has familiarity with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. On Tuesday, the Chargers announced the signing of former 49ers and Dolphins offensive tackle Daniel Brunskill to their practice squad. In a corresponding move, the Chargers are also releasing defensive tackle Jordan Jefferson. Along with the signing, the Chargers are […]
Los Angeles Chargers news: Bolts OL ranks 29th by PFF entering Week 5
The Chargers offensive line was not viewed highly following the first three weeks of the season as Pro Football Focus had the unit ranked 18th among all 32 starting groups. After the loss to the Seahawks and the loss of Rashawn Slater to a high ankle sprain, that view only got worse. Here’s what PFF […]
How does Justin Herbert’s painful reality become an ‘insult’ to Jim Harbaugh?
Unless you live under a rock, you probably are aware of the recent exchange between Jim Harbaugh and ESPN’s Chargers beat reporter Kris Rhim. But if you haven’t here’s the quick TL/DR plus the accompanying posts from X: Here is the post from Rhim with the transcript and a video of the exchange: So I’m […]
Los Angeles Chargers news: Would you trade Khalil Mack?
At 0-4, the Chargers are not making the postseason. Let’s just be honest about that now. They still have a non-zero chance of punching a ticket to the postseason, but I’m not really willing to hold onto that level of hope anymore. With the season out the window, the Chargers must look to next year […]
Chargers-Seahawks Winners/Losers: A tale of 2 halves for Justin Herbert
The Chargers really had a shot at getting their first win of the season against the reigning Super Bowl champs. They really did. Even after two bad first half interceptions from Justin Herbert, it all came down to one final drive for the Chargers. But alas, it wasn’t meant to be. There was a lot […]
Chargers Week 4 PFF Grades: Tuli Tuipulotu, Khalil Mack ravaged the Seahawks OL
In a game where the defense still played well despite the 30 points put up by the Seahawks, it was edge rushers Tuli Tuipulotu and Khalil Mack that shined the brightest. Tuli was the team’s highest-graded player with an elite 91.7 game grade, followed by Mack’s 86.1. Offensively — and you’re not going to believe […]
Los Angeles Chargers news: A positive takeaway from the loss to the Seahawks
The Chargers lost a close one against the Seahawks on Sunday and wouldn’t you know it, but we got a little glimpse of the old Justin Herbert during the second half comeback attempt. Once the Chargers offense was pressed for time and needed multiple scores, the whole system looked to be simplified by Mike McDaniel […]
Ladd McConkey exits Chargers vs. Seahawks game with foot injury
The Los Angeles Chargers’ season is continuing to evolve into a disaster. In the team’s Week 4 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, wide receiver Ladd McConkey was questionable all week with a foot injury, but he was active for the contest. Unfortunately for him, after playing the first half against Seattle, McConkey reaggravated his injury […]
Chargers-Seahawks Game Recap: Bolts show life, lose to Seattle in penalty-filled contest
As everyone expected, the Chargers scored a season-high in points against the Seahawks’ top-ranked defense. Unfortunately, it still wasn’t more than the Seahawks scored. And hey, the offense legitimately came to life late to make it a ball game. The Seahawks scored on the opening drive to push their lead to 27-6 which was a […]
Chargers-Seahawks Live Game Recap: Bolts defense must slow Jaxon Smith-Njigba without Derwin James
In a surprise move, Derwin James will be inactive for the Chargers as they take on the Seahawks on the road in Seattle. James had been playing with a pinky injury, but supposedly suffered a hamstring injury this week that did not progress enough for him or the staff to feel confident in his ability […]
Chargers-Seahawks Game Thread: Derwin-less Bolts look to slow Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s hotstart
Welcome to another week of Chargers football. The Chargers are without Derwin James this week who was among this week’s inactives after missing Thursday’s practice and participating in a limited fashion on both Wednesday and Friday. Unfortunately this comes on the day fellow safety Elijah Molden returns to the field for the first time since […]
Chargers fans vote Mike McDaniel as biggest disappoint in 2026 thus far
As we do every week, we took the current temperature check of the fan base following the team’s 0-3 start to the season and you likely aren’t going to be surprised to see that confidence in the team has continue to plummet dramatically. With Week Four’s game kicking off shortly, the fan base is at […]
Chargers reveal Week 4 inactives vs. Seahawks
The Los Angeles Chargers are getting ready for their Week 4 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field in the Pacific Northwest. While most of the players are getting ready, a few members of the team will be on the inactive list. Defensive back Derwin James (hamstring), quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (emergency third QB), offensive […]
Chargers-Seahawks Game Preview: 2 things to watch for in Week 4
The Chargers are on the road again this week to face the Seahawks (2-1) in one of the most intimidating venues for traveling teams. It’s going to be loud, loud, LOUD for the Chargers and that’s only going to make communication more of an issue for the Los Angeles offense that’s already struggling to be […]
Chargers vs. Seahawks Week 4: How to watch, game time, TV schedule, streaming, and more
It’s Week Four and the Chargers are still in the hunt for their first win of the 2026 season. Based on who they’re playing this week, they unfortunately may have to wait a little bit longer. The Chargers are on the road to face the reigning Super Bowl Champ Seahawks (2-1) and their top-ranked defense. […]
Chargers Injury Report: Ladd McConkey, Derwin James questionable vs. Seahawks
The Chargers have one of their larger game status lists of the year and it’s unfortunately only Week Four. After sitting out Thursday’s practice with a foot injury, wide receiver Ladd McConkey apparently returned to practice on Friday. However, per ESPN’s Kris Rhim, McConkey did not run routes or warm up with the other receivers […]
NFL predictions: Chargers vs. Seahawks face intriguing Week 4 matchup
The Los Angeles Chargers are facing off against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 4 at Lumen Field hoping to grab their first win of the season. The Chargers have dropped their first three games and have been one of the more disappointing teams in the league. Nothing more would get them back on track with […]
Chargers-Seahawks Game Preview: 5 Questions with the enemy
This week were joined by Mookie Alexander from our Seahawks sister site, Field Gulls, to help us preview Chargers-Seahawks! Mookie is one of the best in the business so we greatly appreciate his help and expertise! Without further ado, let’s get into it! 1.) The Seahawks lost starting quarterback Sam Darnold in Week One but […]
Los Angeles Chargers news: Chargers-Seahawks final score prediction
Welcome to another Friday, everyone. As we do to end each week, let’s predict how we think this weekend’s game will shake out between the Chargers and Seahawks. Will it be a lopsided matchup? Will the Chargers come to play like they did against the Bills? Let us know all of your thoughts below! And […]
Chargers Injury Report: Ladd McConkey sits out Thursday’s practice
The Chargers look to have received some bad news regarding one of their best players on Thursday. After practicing in a limited fashion on Wednesday, wide receiver Ladd McConkey did not practice at all on Thursday. Furthermore, when reporters were entering the locker room, McConkey was seen leaving with a noticeable limp, per ESPN’s Kris […]
Chargers draft elite DT in new 2027 NFL mock draft
Through three games this season, you would think that draft analysts would all agree that the Chargers would be looking at offensive players in next year’s draft. Surprisingly though, it’s been defensive linemen more so than anything else, both tackles and edges. The Chargers have done a good job of building and establishing a room […]
Chargers Injury Report: Elijah Molden returns to practice
The Chargers opened up Week Four with another sizable injury report on Wednesday afternoon. Seven players were DNP, including left guard Kayode Awosika (fibula), defensive lineman Justin Eboigbe (eye), and cornerback Donte Jackson (concussion). Speedy rookie wideout Brenen Thompson was also DNP with a hamstring injury he sustained against the Raiders in Week Two. Safety […]
Our first month with an app broke our commenting records
A month ago we announced the release of our new app, which you can find here or by searching SB Nation in your neighborhood app store. Quite a few of you have downloaded it over the past month and have been using it. The goal with this app was to make it easier to join […]
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