October 10, 2025
The Los Angeles Chargers D/ST faces an inconsistent Miami Dolphins offense this week, offering a potential bounce-back opportunity despite their recent struggles. The Chargers' defense, though ranked 27th in passing yards allowed, remains strong in the red zone (2nd in Red-Zone Scoring percentage allowed) and is tied for fourth in total sacks. They have recently struggled to force turnovers and will need to disrupt Miami running back De'Von Achane's catching ability out of the backfield. The unit's tendency for costly penalties and their difficulties in the run game (giving up 163 yards last week) are significant concerns, and they will be without DL Da'Shawn Hand (groin) and possibly OLB Bud Dupree (hamstring) this week. However, the Bolts hope to get a defensive boost after the Baltimore Ravens traded pass rusher Odafe Oweh for Chargers' Alohi Gilman earlier this week. RotoBaller ranks the Chargers as D/ST10. There might be better plays out there, but their potential for sacks and red-zone stops makes them a viable option.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers kicker
Cameron Dicker remains perfect this season and is poised for a high-volume week against a vulnerable Miami Dolphins defense. Although the Chargers' offense has recently struggled, with fewer red-zone opportunities due to penalties and turnovers, the favorable matchup should help them move the ball more effectively. Kicker consistency is essential in fantasy, and Dicker is a proven asset capable of making long field goals, as demonstrated by his 55-yard kick last week. The hope is that the offense regains its rhythm, but even if they settle for field goals outside the 20, Dicker offers a high floor. RotoBaller projects Dicker as K4 this week. He is a clear must-start and should be included in all starting lineups.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers rookie tight end
Oronde Gadsden faces a Miami Dolphins defense this week that ranks eighth-worst in yards allowed per game to tight ends. Despite this favorable matchup, Gadsden's target share has decreased since his first game, where he drew seven targets, as he only caught his single target for 14 yards last week. While the fifth-round pick adds size and talent, the entire Chargers offense is struggling to find consistency due to offensive line issues and penalties, which in turn affects Gadsden's usage. He will likely need
Justin Herbert to have ample time in the pocket to earn a meaningful target share. RotoBaller projects Gadsden as TE30. He should stay on your bench and is only a stash for managers in deep dynasty or keeper leagues.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers running back
Kimani Vidal enters Week 6 against the Miami Dolphins, sharing the backfield with
Hassan Haskins after
Omarion Hampton (ankle) was placed on IR this week. Vidal looked like the more explosive option last week, averaging 4.5 yards per carry on four rushes and splitting targets with Haskins. Facing the Miami Dolphins, who rank dead last in average rushing yards allowed, presents a significant opportunity for the backfield. However, OC Greg Roman confirmed a committee approach that limits Vidal's volume. Although he's capable in the passing game, don't assume Vidal is set to handle most pass-catching downs, as he only posted 18 receptions in his final year at Troy. RotoBaller ranks him as RB33. He could be more of a touchdown-dependent high-end RB3/FLEX option this week, and managers should monitor his usage throughout the game.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver
Tre' Harris faces the Miami Dolphins this week but remains firmly behind the top three receivers on the depth chart. He recorded zero targets last week and only three catches all season, as his 21.6% route participation rate limits his weekly upside. However, he could be a desperation dart throw if teammate
Quentin Johnston (hamstring) is officially ruled out, as the rookie second-rounder might get snaps against a Miami secondary that is vulnerable to deep passes (highest deep ball completion rate allowed). This matchup favors his skill set if he sees playing time, but any production would depend heavily on volume and likely be inefficient. Harris should stay on the bench and is mainly a desperation WR5/Stash option if managers face heavy bye weeks and Johnston is inactive.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers running back
Hassan Haskins is now stepping into a primary role after
Omarion Hampton (ankle) was placed on IR this week as the team faces the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. Haskins, who had an unimpressive five carries for 13 yards last week following Hampton's injury, will share work with
Kimani Vidal after OC Greg Roman said it will be "all hands on deck" when asked who the lead back would be. Haskins' advantage comes from his 6-2, 228lb frame and familiarity with Jim Harbaugh's system from their time together at Michigan. While his 3.0 career yards per carry is underwhelming, the Miami Dolphins are dead last against the run, giving up over 200 rushing yards to Carolina Panthers backup
Rico Dowdle last week. Despite the favorable matchup, the split workload and a more explosive Vidal should temper volume expectations. RotoBaller projects Haskins as RB30. He's a mid-range RB3/FLEX option based on potential goal-line usage and favorable matchup, but managers shouldn't expect a workhorse role.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Keenan Allen enters Week 6 as a clear high-floor option, leading the team with five catches on nine targets last week. The veteran faces a favorable matchup against the Miami Dolphins' secondary, which has allowed the ninth-most PPR points per target to perimeter wide receivers, a key area for Allen given his 23.1% target share. Allen is a high-volume receiver who often helps
Justin Herbert by making difficult catches in crucial situations. If fellow wide receiver
Quentin Johnston (hamstring) is limited or inactive, Allen's already high target share should only grow. RotoBaller ranks Allen as WR20 this week. He is a reliable low-end WR2 and should be started with confidence, especially in PPR formats.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Ladd McConkey is set for a strong performance against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday after scoring his first touchdown last week. While the Dolphins' secondary is the defense's strongest unit, they are middle of the pack overall and especially vulnerable to slot receivers, giving up the fifth-most PPR points per target and the second-highest passer rating to that position (McConkey runs 61.6% of routes from the slot). With fellow wide receiver
Quentin Johnston (hamstring) limited in practice and questionable for Sunday, McConkey could see a noticeable target increase from
Justin Herbert. His recent red-zone usage is a positive sign. RotoBaller keeps him at WR21 this week. He should be considered a strong WR3 with clear WR2 upside if Johnston remains limited or is ruled out.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins due to a hamstring issue after being limited in practice all week. If he is active and fully healthy, Johnston has a good chance for a bounce-back game against a Miami secondary that allows the highest deep ball completion rate and the sixth-highest passer rating deep downfield, which fits his skill set well. Despite a season-low performance last week (4-40-0) that included a costly fumble, the former first-round pick still averages 75.4 receiving yards per game and has a 26.4% share of first reads. RotoBaller ranks him as WR14 this week. Managers should closely monitor his status this weekend and, even if he plays, temper expectations. Consider him a volatile high-end WR2 with a wide range of potential outcomes.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback
Justin Herbert has a good chance to get the team back on track this week against the Miami Dolphins, who have one of the weakest defenses in the league heading into Sunday. Despite leading the team in rushing last week and being one of the top passers during the Chargers' early wins, Herbert's production has slowed due to injuries along the offensive line, taking 35 hits in the last three games. Critical penalties and the absence of Joe Alt (ankle) and Trey Pipkins (knee) continue to put pressure on Herbert. The Dolphins' defense ranks last in average rushing yards allowed. Still, the Chargers will be deploying backups
Hassan Haskins and
Kimani Vidal this week after
Omarion Hampton (ankle) was placed on IR. The offense should lean more on the passing game and its proven weapons, but keep an eye on
Quentin Johnston, who was limited all week with a hamstring injury and is questionable for Sunday. RotoBaller projects Herbert as the QB6 this week, making him a reliable high-end QB1 despite the offensive challenges around him.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston (hamstring) is questionable to play in Week 6 against the Miami Dolphins due to a hamstring injury, according to ESPN's Kris Rhim. Johnston has been one of the breakout stars of the 2025 season so far, recording 26 catches for 377 yards and four touchdowns through his first five games. If he were to be sidelined for Week 6, Chargers wideouts
Keenan Allen and
Ladd McConkey could both see an uptick in target volume. Rookie wide receivers
Keandre Lambert-Smith and
Tre' Harris could also factor into the mix at the position for Los Angeles. If Johnston can play, he profiles as a must-start fantasy wide receiver in a favorable matchup against the Dolphins.
--Will BradySource: ESPN - Kris Rhim
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers running back
Kimani Vidal is expected to be part of a running back-by-committee approach in Week 6 against the Miami Dolphins. Vidal is expected to handle more of the pass-catching duties and third-down work in an offense that has been pass-happy so far in 2025, throwing 62.58% according to teamrankings.com. In leagues that are PPR, Vidal should carry a safer floor compared to
Hassan Haskins, who is expected to have most of the early-down work and red zone carries. Most reports from Jim Harbaugh and offensive coordinator Greg Roman suggest that both Vidal and Haskins will be involved, so neither should be viewed or ranked that much higher than the other. The Chargers take on the Dolphins in Week 6, who are currently allowing the fifth most points to the running back position, which is why Vidal is offering some flex appeal in Week 6. Fantasy managers can start him in a pinch, but if they have other stronger options, start them.
--Nicho RoesslerSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers running back
Hassan Haskins is expected to be part of a running back-by-committee approach in Week 6 against the Miami Dolphins. Haskins should see a lot of the early-down work and red-zone work, while second-year running back
Kimani Vidal is expected to handle more of the pass-catching duties and third downs. The reason for all of this is that rookie running back
Omarion Hampton (ankle) was injured in Week 5 and landed on the injured reserve and will now miss the next four games. Most reports from Jim Harbaugh and the offensive coordinator Greg Roman suggest that both will see work, and the only factor making Haskins a potential flex play in Week 6 is the matchup. The Dolphins have given up the fifth most points to the running back position. Just last week, they allowed 206 rushing yards to
Rico Dowdle.
--Nicho RoesslerSource: RotoBaller
October 9, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Greg Roman said that he doesn't have a lead back between running backs
Hassan Haskins and
Kimani Vidal going into Sunday's Week 6 matchup on the road against the Miami Dolphins, according to ESPN's Kris Rhim. "They're gonna be big factors in the game, how it's gonna unfold from a snap-count standpoint ... can go a bunch of different ways in that regard," Roman said. Haskins and Vidal were both waiver-wire pickups this week, with rookie first-rounder
Omarion Hampton (ankle) going on Injured Reserve and
Najee Harris (Achilles) already out for the season. One of Haskins or Vidal could emerge as the favorite in L.A.'s backfield in the next four games with Hampton out, but for now, fantasy managers should expect more of a clean split in terms of backfield touches and snaps. It makes both Haskins and Vidal nothing more than shaky flex plays in Week 6, even though it's in a nice matchup against Miami.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Kris Rhim
October 9, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers tight end
Will Dissly (knee) is off the injury report ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins. Dissly was able to get a full week of practice in last week, but ultimately didn't suit up against Washington. He missed three straight games with the knee injury, but appears to be on the right track to play in Week 6. He'll likely serve as a depth piece behind rookie
Oronde Gadsden and
Tyler Conklin.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Los Angeles Chargers
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