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Cameron Dicker named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week
If it wasn’t for the leg of Cameron Dicker, the Chargers may have a few less wins under their belt this season. Dicker was incredibly clutch this past Sunday as he helped the Bolts topple the Chiefs — completing the season sweep — by converting on all three of his field goals and an extra […]
Chargers-Cowboys Game Preview: Dallas’ offense balanced by bad defense
The Chargers are 10-4 with three games remaining on the schedule. This week they travel to Dallas to face the 6-7-1 Cowboys who are coming off a loss at home to the Minnesota Vikings. Dak Prescott has been solid for the Cowboys and their top-ranked passing offense is what continues to spur the offense forward, […]
Chargers Daily Links: Wednesday open thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: The Chargers remain in the AFC’s No. 5 seed after Week 15 (Chargers.com) Check out where the Chargers landed in this week’s power rankings (Chargers.com) See who will be in the broadcast booth for Chargers-Cowboys (Chargers Wire) The Chargers […]
Chargers sign S Marcus Maye to practice squad
The Chargers announced the signing of veteran safety Marcus Maye on Tuesday following the injury to rookie safety R.J. Mickens against the Chiefs. In a corresponding move, the team is releasing veteran running back Royce Freeman from the practice squad. Maye last played for the Chargers in 2024 when he appeared in four games with […]
Chargers 2-round mock draft: Bolts land nation’s top center
One of the most popular strategies you’ll see for the Chargers in the early rounds of 2026 mocks will be them trying to fortify both sides of the trenches. Center and offensive guard are likely at the top of their needs list but I also wouldn’t be surprised if interior defensive lineman is also up […]
Chargers Power Rankings Roundup: Bolts remain outside top 10 despite win over Chiefs
The Chargers have now won their past three games since coming out of the bye week and has dispatched both Super Bowl participants from this past February. Still, that’s not been enough to warrant more respect from around the media. As one of five AFC teams with double-digit wins, they’re still being viewed as a […]
Chargers Daily Links: Tuesday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Here’s how the Chargers can clinch a playoff spot in Week 16 (Chargers.com) Five takeaways from the Chargers’ physical win over the Chiefs (Chargers.com) The good, the bad, and the ugly from the Chargers’ latest win in Kansas City […]
Chargers open up as betting underdogs ahead of Week 16 vs. Cowboys
The Los Angeles Chargers are coming off a big win against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 15, eliminating their AFC West foe from being able to qualify for the playoffs. Now, the Chargers get a chance to disappoint another large fanbase when they visit the Dallas Cowboys in Week 16. The […]
PFF grades from Chargers-Chiefs: Oronde Gadsden was elite vs. Kansas City
The Chargers got massive play from some of their youngest players to help bring together a whole-team effort en route to sweeping the season series against the Chiefs. Third-year edge rusher Tuli Tuipulotu posted two sacks and a tackle for loss. Third-year linebacker Daiyan Henley picked off Patrick Mahomes to keep points off the abord […]
4 winners, 1 big loser from Chargers-Chiefs: Youngsters balled out in gutsy win
The Chargers got big, big performances out of their young studs against the Chiefs. Third-year pass rusher Tuli Tuipulotu led the attack in Patrick Mahomes as the group finished with five sacks. Third-year linebacker Daiyan Henley picked off Mahomes in the red zone to keep points off the board. It was also a pair of […]
Chargers Daily Links: Victory Monday open thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Five takeaways from the Chargers’ sweep of the Chiefs (Chargers.com) Here’s how Derwin James sealed the Chargers’ “poetic” victory over the Chiefs (Chargers.com) Check out the Chargers’ current playoff odds after beating the Chiefs (Chargers Wire) Jim Harbaugh defended […]
LA Chargers playoff picture: What Week 15 vs. Chiefs means for AFC standings
The biggest shakeup in the AFC on Sunday was not about which teams will be making the postseason, but about one specific team that won’t. Thanks to the Chargers and their 16-13 win over the Chiefs, Kansas City has been eliminated from postseason contention. The Broncos played the Packers in the late afternoon window, chalking […]
Chargers-Chiefs Game Recap: Bolts sweep KC, win 16-13 behind defensive onslaught
The Chiefs have made the postseason each of the past 10 seasons. That streak is now over. The Chiefs have been to the past seven AFC Championship Games. That streak is now over. The Chiefs were participants in the past three Super Bowls. They will not be in this year’s big game. Fighting for their […]
Chargers eliminate Chiefs as Patrick Mahomes suffers injury
The Los Angeles Chargers are in the win column as they beat the Kansas City Chiefs 16-13 in comeback fashion in Week 15 inside Arrowhead Stadium. Late in the fourth quarter, Patrick Mahomes suffered a knee injury that forced him out of the game. Backup quarterback Gardner Minshew II came in and tried to drive […]
LA Chargers vs. Kansas City Chiefs Week 15 game discussion
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Chargers, December 14, 2025, 10 a.m. PT Location: Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO Broadcast: CBS, Paramount Plus The Los Angeles Chargers face a massive Week 15 divisional contest against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines. BTFB community, this is your thread for […]
Chargers reveal Week 15 inactives vs. Chiefs
The Los Angeles Chargers getting ready to face off against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs for their Week 15 matchup. Wide receiver Quentin Johnston (groin), defensive back Elijah Molden (hamstring), wide receiver Derius Davis (ankle), cornerback Nikko Reed, outside linebacker Kyle Kennard, offensive tackle Trey Pipkins III (ankle) and wide receiver Dalevon Campbell […]
Chargers vs. Chiefs: How to watch, game time, TV schedule, streaming, and more
Welcome to game day, everyone! The Chargers will look to complete their season sweep of the Chiefs today on the road at Arrowhead. The Chiefs have lost five of their last six games and the Bolts have a chance to effectively end their season today with a victory. After the numerous moments over the past […]
3 things to watch for in Chargers-Chiefs: Bolts DEF needs a big day from the pass rush
The Chiefs come into Week 15 with a 6-7 record after losing 20-10 to the Houston Texans. That 10-point victory for Houston was spurred on by their elite defense and their ferocious pass rush that the Chargers know all too well from their playoff loss this past January. One of the biggest keys to the […]
Chargers-Chiefs Injury Report: Troy Dye, Quentin Johnston questionable vs. KC
Final Update: On Friday, the Chargers ruled out returner Derius Davis for this week’s game against the Chiefs. Both safety Elijah Molden and Trey Pipkins are both listed as doubtful after failing to log any sort of practice time over the last three days. Linebacker Troy Dye returned to practice Friday and is listed as […]
Chargers Daily Links: Chargers-Chiefs prediction thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Check out Thursday’s injury report for the Chargers (Chargers.com) The Chargers put together a mini movie where you can relive the OT win over the Eagles (Chargers.com) How does this Chiefs matchup define the Chargers’ playoff chances? (Chargers Wire) […]
Poll: Are the Chargers trending up this week?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Chargers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Heading into Week 15, we want to know how you’re feeling after watching the team so […]
Former NFL MVP feels ‘disrespected’ by Colts signing 44-year old Philip Rivers
Jealousy can be a heck of a thing. Following the Colts announcing the signing of 44-year old quarterback Philips Rivers, who ended his career in Indy after playing there in 2020, former MVP Cam Newton didn’t mince words about his thoughts on the move during a recent podcast appearance. Newton called it “almost like a […]
Chargers sign TE Tanner McLachlan to practice squad
On Thursday morning, the Chargers announced the signing of tight end Tanner McLachlan to the practice squad. In a corresponding move, the team is releasing rookie center Josh Kaltenberger. McLachlan is a former sixth-round pick of the Bengals in 2024 while simultaneously being a sixth-round pick in that year’s CFL Draft by the Calgary Stampeders. […]
Chargers Daily Links: Thursday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Justin Herbert recently gave an update on the status of his hand this week (Chargers.com) Check out Wednesday’s injury report for the Chargers (Chargers.com) Five things to know about this week’s opponent (Chargers Wire) Former Chargers All-Pro Desmond King […]
Chargers land Penn State OG Vega Ioane in Field Yates’ newest mock draft
With every game that the Chargers play, the more and more pressing the need becomes to find real answers to the underwhelming interior protection for Justin Herbert. Mekhi Becton has been — in a word — underwhelming. Monday night’s win against the Eagles was one of the worst games of his career and to put […]
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