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Chargers playoff picture: Los Angeles clinches playoff spot with Colts loss on ‘Monday Night Football’

The Los Angeles Chargers clinched a playoff spot on Monday without even playing in the game. The Indianapolis Colts lost to fellow playoff hopefuls in the San Francisco 49ers. The game isin Indianapolis featured former Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers as Indy’s starting QB. Updated AFC standings How the Chargers clinched a playoff spot Now that […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Chargers LB Denzel Perryman suspended 2 games

On Monday morning, the NFL announced that Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman is being suspended without pay for two games for “repeated violations of playing rules intended to protect the health and safety of players.” Perryman was flagged for his hit against Cowboys wide receiver Ryan Flournoy when the latter was laying on the ground after […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

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’ win over the Cowboys (Chargers.com) Quentin Johnston enjoyed a standout performance back in his home state of Texas (Chargers.com) Check out the best social media reactions to the Chargers’ latest win (Chargers Wire) The […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

LA Chargers playoff picture: What Week 16 vs. Cowboys means for AFC standings

Week 16 has already blessed us with some amazing games, between the NFC West clash on Thursday that saw the Seahawks win an OT thriller against the Rams, and Saturday night’s Bears vs. Packers NFC North battle. Oh, and the Eagles also beat the Commanders — which eliminated the Chargers’ opponent this week, the Dallas […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Chargers beat Cowboys, get closer to playoff spot

The Los Angeles Chargers are celebrating after a 34-17 victory against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 16 at AT&T Stadium. In the win, Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert threw for 300 yards and two touchdowns, getting the team its 11th victory. Rookie running back Omarion Hampton had 85 yards and a touchdown, while Herbert ran one […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Chargers-Cowboys Game Recap: Herbert, elite defense topple Dallas 34-17

For the second consecutive game, the Chargers let up a touchdown on the opening drive of the game. For the second consecutive game, it did not matter. After letting up the first touchdown by the Cowboys, the Bolts then outscored 34-10 through the remainder of the game. Twice the Chargers forced a turnover on downs […]

about 2 months ago | 0 reads

LA Chargers vs. Dallas Cowboys Week 16 game discussion

Los Angeles Chargers vs. Dallas Cowboys, December 21, 2025, 10 a.m. PT Location: AT&T Stadium, Dallas, TX Broadcast: CBS, Paramount Plus The Los Angeles Chargers face a massive Week 16 matchup against Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys on the road. Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines. BTFB community, this is your thread for […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Chargers reveal Week 16 inactives vs. Cowboys

The Los Angeles Chargers getting ready to face off against Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys for their Week 16 matchup. Wide receiver Derius Davis, defensive back RJ Mickens, cornerback Nikko Reed, outside linebacker Bud Dupree, offensive tackle Trey Pipkins III (ankle), offensive lineman Branson Taylor and tight end Tyler Conklin are the inactives for […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

Chargers-Cowboys Injury Report: Elijah Molden, Trey Pipkins limited on Thursday

Final Update: The Chargers announced their final injury report for Week 16 against the Cowboys and they’ve gone and ruled out two players in returner Derius Davis and safety R.J. Mickens. Pass rusher Bud Dupree, wide receiver Quentin Johnston, safety Elijah Molden, offensive tackle Trey Pipkins, and defensive tackle Teair Tart are all listed as […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

Chargers Daily Links: Chargers-Cowboys prediction thread

Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Tre’ Harris is making his impact felt on offense this year (Chargers.com) Check out Thursday’s injury report for the Chargers (Chargers.com) Who has the edge between the Chargers and Cowboys on paper? (Chargers Wire) Tom Brady recently said what […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Chargers land athletic Texas A&M sack artist in new 2026 mock draft

The Chargers could feasibly go with several positions in the first round of this years draft. Interior offensive linemen certainly seems like it’s at the top of the list. Behind that should be probably be defensive tackle followed closely by edge rusher. We all know how bad the interior protection has been this season. That […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

Chargers Daily Links: Thursday Open Thread

Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Check out the Chargers’ first injury report of Week 16 (Chargers.com) Why the Chargers defense could carry them into the playoffs (Chargers.com) Jim Harbaugh admitted he’s spoken with Sherrone Moore since his firing (Chargers Wire) Chargers fans get the […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 8 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 4 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 4 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 5 reads