November 6, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers tight end
Oronde Gadsden has emerged as one of
Justin Herbert's go-to targets in the pass game over the past four weeks. Gadsden leads the Chargers with 377 receiving yards since he became a full-time player in Week 6 and ranks third on the team in targets per game (6.5) behind
Keenan Allen (7.8) and
Ladd McConkey (9.8). The 22-year-old has showcased the ability to earn targets as a rookie in a crowded Chargers pass-catching group, as well as strong after-the-catch ability. For teams with a strong tight end already in place, Gadsden is worth starting as a flex given how impressive he's been. The rookie tight end is ranked as RotoBaller's TE4 for Week 10 on Sunday night football against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
--Kyle McCarthySource: RotoBaller
November 5, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers running back
Jaret Patterson worked as the team's No. 2 RB behind
Kimani Vidal for the second straight week in the Week 9 win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. Patterson played a season-high 28% of the offensive snaps and saw nine rushing attempts for a season-high 44 yards. The 25-year-old made his 2025 debut the previous week in the Thursday night win over the Minnesota Vikings, taking 11 carries for 30 yards. He has yet to be involved in the passing game, but it's clear that Patterson has become the Bolts' temporary RB2 behind Vidal with both rookie first-rounder
Omarion Hampton (ankle),
Hassan Haskins (hamstring), and
Najee Harris (Achilles) on Injured Reserve. Hampton might not return until after the Week 12 bye, so Patterson could have two more weeks with an elevated backfield role.
--Keith HernandezSource: Pro Football Reference
November 4, 2025
The Los Angeles Chargers have acquired offensive lineman Trevor Penning from the New Orleans Saints for a 2027 sixth-round pick, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Penning, the former 19th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, heads to a Chargers team that is in dire need of help at offensive line with both stud tackles Rashawn Slater (patellar) and Joe Alt (ankle) out for the season, while guard Mekhi Becton (knee) has also missed time. Penning has started six games for New Orleans this season and is ranked 94th out of 119 guards this season, per PFF. He's allowed 15 total pressures, tied for the 23rd most at the position despite playing two fewer games than most players. Penning will likely get an immediate opportunity to play in Los Angeles, where a change of scenery and the chance to protect one of the league's best quarterbacks,
Justin Herbert, could be beneficial.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Ian Rapoport
November 4, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers running back
Jaret Patterson has served as the primary backup to
Kimani Vidal over the past two weeks, with
Hassan Haskins (hamstring) and
Omarion Hampton (ankle) both on injured reserve. Patterson handled nine carries for 44 yards in the Chargers' Week 9 win over the Titans. The 25-year-old also helped out in mop-up duty in their Week 8 blowout win over the Vikings, rushing 11 times for 30 yards, with six of those carries coming in the fourth quarter. Vidal has thrived as the lead back in Hampton's absence, while Patterson profiles as a similarly compact but powerful runner who is capable of handling a change-of-pace role. Patterson has taken advantage of multiple injuries to the Chargers' running back and is worth adding in 12-team leagues as a contingency option.
--Kyle McCarthySource: RotoBaller
November 3, 2025
The Athletic's Daniel Popper reports that the Los Angeles Chargers announced on Monday that left tackle Joe Alt (ankle) will have season-ending right-ankle surgery after suffering another high-ankle sprain on Sunday in the Week 9 win over the Tennessee Titans. Alt had to be carted off the field in Tennessee in the second quarter and will not play again this year. The 22-year-old initially injured the ankle in the Week 4 loss to the New York Giants, but the former fifth overall pick was able to return to action in the Week 8 victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday Night Football. It's a big blow to L.A.'s offensive line and for the protection of quarterback
Justin Herbert the rest of the way. Herbert was running for his life when Alt missed Weeks 5-7, so this could be really bad news for the Bolts' offense. Jamaree Salyer should take over at left tackle going forward.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Daniel Popper
November 3, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers rookie tight end
Oronde Gadsden continues to impress, leading the team in receiving yards (68) and tying for second in targets (five) during Sunday's 27-20 win over the Tennessee Titans. He's quickly becoming one of Herbert's most trusted weapons, especially when the pocket collapses. Up next is a Pittsburgh Steelers defense that has been one of the league's weakest against tight ends, allowing the sixth-most yards and tying for the second-most touchdowns to the position. They did, however, hold Indianapolis Colts rookie tight end
Tyler Warren to only 26 receiving yards on Sunday. With
Justin Herbert likely forced into short, quick throws behind a depleted offensive line, Gadsden could thrive once again. He's shaping up as a mid-range TE1 with legit upside heading into Week 10.
--Don FanelliSource: NFL
November 3, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh said on Monday that he doesn't think the team will open the 21-day practice window for rookie first-round running back
Omarion Hampton (ankle) until after their Week 12 bye, according to Kris Rhim of ESPN. The 22-year-old rookie is eligible to return to practice this week as the club prepares to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday Night Football, but Hampton will not be on the practice field and isn't going to be eligible to return to action until Week 13 against the division-rival Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, Nov. 30. Fantasy managers must continue to be patient and keep Hampton stashed, as he should take over RB1 duties in the backfield again when he's healthy. In the meantime,
Kimani Vidal will continue to see most of the backfield touches for the Bolts, making him at least an RB3/flex option until Hampton is cleared to return from Injured Reserve.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Kris Rhim
November 3, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Keenan Allen was quiet in Sunday's 27-20 win over the Tennessee Titans, catching just two passes for 41 yards on five targets. His snap share has decreased for a second straight week as fellow wideout
Ladd McConkey and rookie tight end
Oronde Gadsden are seeing more opportunities. Still, Allen remains
Justin Herbert's most trusted chain-mover. He might rebound next Sunday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers, especially if Herbert relies on quicker throws behind a battered offensive line. The Steelers' pass rush is improving, and Allen's reliability on short routes could keep him as a stable PPR option despite the reduced volume. Consider him a low-end WR3 with a consistent floor heading into Week 10.
--Don FanelliSource: NFL
November 3, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers running back
Kimani Vidal followed a standout Week 8 performance with a dud, gaining only 30 yards on 12 carries in Sunday's 27-20 win over the Tennessee Titans. He averaged just 2.5 yards per carry and was outperformed by both
Justin Herbert (57 rushing yards) and
Jaret Patterson (44 yards), who was elevated from the practice squad again. It's been a rollercoaster for Vidal, who alternates between breakout games and quiet ones. With
Hassan Haskins (hamstring) and
Omarion Hampton (ankle) both on IR until at least after the Week 12 bye, Vidal will continue to handle lead duties out of necessity. Next Sunday night, the Chargers face a Pittsburgh Steelers' defense that just shut down the league's top running back,
Jonathan Taylor, so expectations should remain modest. With so many injuries and inconsistencies, it will be interesting to see if the Bolts' front office makes any trades to strengthen the running back position by the trade deadline tomorrow. For now, Vidal remains an RB3/FLEX option who relies on game script and red-zone opportunities.
--Don FanelliSource: NFL
November 3, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston bounced back on Sunday in the team's 27-20 win over the Tennessee Titans, catching four passes for 53 yards and a touchdown, his sixth of the season. After not being targeted last week, Johnston was quickly integrated into the game plan and made the most of his opportunities. However, the Chargers' offensive line remains a major concern after losing Joe Alt (ankle) for the season and surrendering six sacks to a short-handed Titans defense. Next week, the Bolts face a Pittsburgh Steelers defense that has been vulnerable all season but recently held the red-hot Indianapolis Colts in check. Johnston remains a volatile WR3 with touchdown upside if Herbert can avoid pressure and connect with him downfield.
--Don FanelliSource: NFL
November 2, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers left tackle Joe Alt (ankle) is believed to have suffered another high-ankle sprain during Sunday's Week 9 win over the Tennessee Titans, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. Unlike his ankle injury earlier this season, Alt's latest high-ankle sprain could require a procedure to repair. Schefter's report indicates that the former first-round pick will likely miss time, regardless of whether surgery is confirmed as necessary. The 22-year-old will undergo an MRI on Monday to confirm the diagnosis, determine the severity, and pinpoint a timeline for return. If Alt does miss time, Jamaree Salyer would likely step up as the starting left tackle in his absence.
--Andersen PickardSource: Adam Schefter
November 2, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback
Justin Herbert completed 19 of his 29 pass attempts for 250 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception during Sunday's Week 9 victory over the Tennessee Titans. He also had nine rushing attempts for an additional 57 yards and one touchdown on the ground. Tennessee made a bid for the upset early, but Herbert and company kept the score close and ultimately pulled ahead. The 27-year-old quarterback now has 11 total touchdowns and four turnovers over his last four games, cementing himself as a top-five signal-caller in fantasy football. He should be started in all leagues despite next week's matchup against a surging Pittsburgh Steelers defense.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
November 2, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers offensive tackle Joe Alt (ankle) is officially questionable to return to his team's Week 9 matchup against the Tennessee Titans due to an ankle injury. The injury appeared to be serious, as Alt was carted off the field. The 22-year-old already missed three games earlier this season due to a high-ankle sprain. Alt is considered one of the best tackles in the NFL, so his absence could be a major issue for Los Angeles. If Alt is unable to return, Foster Sarell could be forced into action at left tackle for the Chargers for the remainder of Week 9.
--Will BradySource: Los Angeles Chargers
November 2, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers right guard Mekhi Becton (knee) is inactive for Sunday's Week 9 contest against the Tennessee Titans. He had been listed as questionable after logging a limited practice on Friday. The 26-year-old has played every snap in just two games this season, struggling with availability as he plays for his third different team in three years. Foster Sarell is expected to take over as the primary right guard in his absence.
--Andersen PickardSource: Los Angeles Chargers
November 2, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers tight end
Will Dissly (illness) is inactive for Sunday's Week 9 contest against the Tennessee Titans. He had been listed as questionable after logging a limited practice on Friday. This marks the fifth absence of the year for Dissly, who was a healthy scratch last week against the Minnesota Vikings.
Oronde Gadsden II will continue to lead the position group as a mid-range TE1 in fantasy football while
Tyler Conklin and
Tucker Fisk occupy depth roles.
--Andersen PickardSource: Los Angeles Chargers
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