November 16, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers running back
Kimani Vidal (thigh) has returned to his team's Week 11 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars after briefly exiting due to a thigh injury. Keeping Vidal healthy is critical given that the Chargers' backfield is already without top running backs
Omarion Hampton (ankle) and
Najee Harris (Achilles). If Vidal were to suffer another injury,
Amar Johnson and
Trayveon Williams would be the likely candidates in Los Angeles to handle backfield work for the remainder of Week 11. As long as he can stay on the field, Vidal should be expected to dominate backfield work against Jacksonville.
--Will BradySource: The Athletic - Daniel Popper
November 16, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver
Keandre Lambert-Smith is a healthy scratch for the team's Week 11 contest on Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Lambert-Smith was unable to play in the Week 10 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers due to a hamstring injury, but the 23-year-old fifth-rounder returned to a full practice this week and was cleared of his injury. There was some hype around Lambert-Smith during training camp, but he has really only contributed on special teams for the Bolts in his first year in the NFL. He has been active for six games in his rookie campaign, catching just one of four targets for one yard. Lambert-Smith should only be stashed right now in dynasty/keeper leagues.
--Keith HernandezSource: Los Angeles Chargers
November 16, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston (shin) is officially active for Sunday's game on the road in Jacksonville against the Jaguars in Week 11. Johnston was officially listed as questionable to play this weekend, but he has been cleared and will be active against Jacksonville. The 24-year-old former first-rounder did most of his damage this year earlier in the season when
Ladd McConkey was quiet, but he has remained involved in the Chargers' passing attack. In last week's win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, Johnston saw 10 targets, the second time this season he's had double-digit targets in a game. Through nine games in 2025, Johnston has 37 receptions for 502 yards and six touchdowns on 62 targets for the Bolts. Against the pass-funnel Jaguars defense, Johnston is a viable WR3/flex with boom potential for fantasy managers.
--Keith HernandezSource: Los Angeles Chargers
November 16, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers running backs
Amar Johnson and
Trayveon Williams have been elevated from the practice squad ahead of the Week 11 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The two backs will join the roster to serve as depth for
Kimani Vidal. Neither player has taken offensive snaps this season, but that might change this weekend. Williams has at least been on the field, but solely playing on special teams. There's a chance they do see a few touches, but it shouldn't be enough to warrant rostering in any fantasy formats. Vidal is going to be the workhorse back, so those two were just brought up as depth.
--Andy WebbSource: Los Angeles Chargers
November 16, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston (shin) is expected to be active for Sunday's meeting with the hosting Jacksonville Jaguars, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Johnston led the team in targets during last weekend's 25-10 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, simultaneously sustaining a shin injury. Despite starting the week with consecutive limited practices, the TCU product was able to upgrade his status to full on Friday, hinting that he should be good to handle his typical allotment of snaps when they take on the Jags. Johnston has seen his early-season production tail off in recent weeks, though he remains a solid WR3/flex asset with the potential for a big play. If he's unable to suit up, rookie wideout
Tre' Harris would be in line for an uptick in snaps behind
Keenan Allen and
Ladd McConkey.
--Alex CiullaSource: Ian Rapoport
November 14, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers kicker
Cameron Dicker, who has missed only two field goals all season, remains a highly accurate and reliable fantasy option. This week, he heads to Jacksonville, where the game is expected to be played in pleasant 77-degree sunny weather at kickoff, ideal conditions for a kicker. Against a Jacksonville Jaguars defense that has shown vulnerability to allowing points, Dicker should get multiple scoring opportunities. His consistent accuracy, combined with favorable game conditions, makes him a high-floor starter. Dicker is projected as K6 this week and is a must-start in all formats.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
November 14, 2025
The Los Angeles Chargers D/ST dominated the Pittsburgh Steelers last week, recording three sacks, two interceptions (including rookie RJ Mickens' second of the season), and a safety via Khalil Mack. They also showed strength against the run, allowing only 73 yards. This unit now faces an inconsistent Jacksonville Jaguars offense led by
Trevor Lawrence, who has been sacked 26 times (6th most) and has a poor 10:7 TD:INT ratio. The Chargers' defense, ranked fifth in passing yards allowed per game, will need to continue bottling up the run and applying pressure on Lawrence to force turnovers. Although DB Elijah Molden (knee) is questionable, CB Tarheeb Still (knee) is expected to return. The D/ST has demonstrated high-ceiling potential through sacks and interceptions and is a sneaky streaming option this week, projected at D/ST11.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
November 14, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers rookie tight end
Oronde Gadsden is healthy heading into Week 11 despite suffering a knee contusion last week. Even though he left the game in the third quarter, Gadsden remains one of
Justin Herbert's most trusted red-zone options, with 10 targets inside the 20-yard line over the past five games. The matchup this week is excellent, as the Jacksonville Jaguars rank 5th in receptions allowed and are tied for second in touchdowns allowed to tight ends. His combination of size (6'5") and red-zone usage makes Gadsden a reliable play. He is a confident mid-range TE1 with legitimate upside, projected as the TE4 this week.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
November 14, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver
Tre' Harris had limited involvement last week, catching both of his targets for just four yards. Although he has recently seen more routes, his outlook for Week 11 largely depends on the health of teammate
Quentin Johnston (shin), who was limited during the week but participated fully in practice on Friday and is listed as questionable. Harris is currently low on the depth chart, making it tough for him to get significant playing time in a crowded receiving corps. While the Jacksonville Jaguars' secondary has shown some vulnerability, Harris should stay on your bench in standard leagues. If Johnston is officially ruled out, Harris could become a low-end WR4 option.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
November 14, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston (shin) is listed as questionable heading into Week 11, but he put in a full practice on Friday, suggesting he is likely to play. Johnston led the team with 10 targets last week, finishing with five receptions for 42 yards. The Bolts' depleted offensive line is forcing
Justin Herbert into quick throws, which has limited the deep connection with Johnston that we saw earlier in the season. Nonetheless, he faces a vulnerable Jacksonville Jaguars secondary that has allowed 31 receptions of 20 yards or more, which plays to Johnston's strengths. If cleared, he has a favorable matchup against CB Greg Newsome, who allows a 66.7% catch rate. Based on his recent target share and the matchup, Johnston is a viable boom-or-bust WR3 and is ranked as RotoBaller's WR26.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
November 14, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Keenan Allen enters Week 11 as the franchise's all-time receptions leader, but his fantasy production remains concerning. Allen has caught four or fewer passes in his last three games, with only 15 targets during that span and just one red-zone target. Although he faces a vulnerable Jacksonville Jaguars secondary that has struggled to defend big plays, his significantly reduced snap share and route rate limit the volume he needs to succeed for fantasy managers. While he might have a favorable individual matchup against Jaguars cornerback Montaric Brown, who is allowing a 13.5-yard average depth of target (ADOT), the overall decrease in usage downgrades him to a high-end WR4/FLEX option. Setting expectations accordingly is wise, as he is no longer the volume-dependent starter he was earlier in the season.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
November 14, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Ladd McConkey is good to go for Week 11 after practicing fully on Friday, despite dealing with an ankle issue earlier in the week. McConkey proved himself as the Chargers' WR1 last week with four catches for a team-high 107 yards and a touchdown, including a notable 58-yard chunk play. He now faces a Jacksonville Jaguars secondary that has been struggling lately, giving up the ninth-most passing yards, the fourth-most receiving touchdowns, and 31 receptions of 20 or more yards. Although McConkey will face a difficult slot matchup against Jaguars DB Jarrian Jones (allowing 3.6 yards/target), his volume and recent performance make him a valuable option. With WR
Quentin Johnston (shin) listed as questionable heading into Sunday, RotoBaller ranks McConkey as WR14 this week. He is expected to be a high-end WR2 with potential WR1 upside if Johnston misses.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
November 14, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers running back
Kimani Vidal had a big workload last week, with a 93% snap share and 25 carries for 95 yards and a touchdown. This week, however, he faces a challenging Jacksonville Jaguars defense that has become a significant pass-funnel, allowing the third-fewest rushing yards and only six rushing touchdowns all season. Jacksonville is good at preventing big plays, allowing zero rushes of 40 yards or more. With
Hassan Haskins (hamstring) and
Omarion Hampton (ankle) still on IR, Vidal's heavy usage as the lead back gives him a steady floor. Still, his production mainly depends on the Chargers building an early lead. Due to the Jaguars' tough run defense, Vidal is downgraded to a low-end RB2 this week, projected as RB20.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
November 14, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback
Justin Herbert threw for 220 yards and one touchdown, while rushing five times for 19 yards in Sunday night's win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite taking five sacks and taping both ankles during the game, he did not appear on this week's injury report. Next, the Chargers travel to face a Jacksonville Jaguars defense that has cooled down significantly, allowing the ninth-most passing yards and the fourth-most receiving touchdowns this season. While the Jaguars still have 12 interceptions on the season, any turnovers are more likely to be forced by Herbert's shaky protection due to the depleted and inconsistent offensive line play from Austin Deculus (34.9 PFF grade) and Mekhi Becton (40.6 PFF grade), rather than coverage. Herbert's ability to capitalize on a vulnerable defense and use his legs when feeling pressure makes him a confident mid-range QB1 this week, ranking as RotoBaller's QB5.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
November 14, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Ladd McConkey (ankle) was a full participant at Friday's practice and carries no injury designation into the team's Week 11 matchup with the Jaguars. McConkey is coming off one of his best games of the season after converting six targets into four catches for 107 yards and a touchdown in a Week 10 win over the Steelers. While he got off to a slow start, and the Chargers' offense has seemed to lean on a different pass catcher every few weeks, McConkey has played his way back into must-start status over the past month-plus. He has finished as the WR5 or better in half-PPR formats in three of the last five weeks, while boasting five touchdown grabs in his last six games. The Jaguars have been a middle-of-the-pack defense to target for fantasy wide receivers, and McConkey is RotoBaller's WR13 for the week.
--Patrick McGrathSource: Los Angeles Chargers
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