November 20, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers rookie running back
Omarion Hampton's practice window is expected to open after the Week 12 bye. Hampton (ankle) was placed on the injured reserve after suffering an ankle injury against the Washington Commanders. Head coach Jim Harbaugh shared that Hampton's activation window could open after the bye, but he was uncertain about a return in Week 13. When Hampton returns, he could enter a timeshare with standout
Kimani Vidal, who's been excellent as his replacement. Hampton was starting to pick up steam in his rookie season, averaging 121.3 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns in his last three games when healthy. While a potential committee is in the works, and the Chargers' struggles with the offensive line, Hampton still offers elite upside once he returns.
--Nathan HarveySource: Ryan Anderson - LAFB Network
November 18, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers running back
Kimani Vidal carried the ball five times for 13 yards and caught two passes for -1 yards in the team's worst offensive showing of the year with a 35-6 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. He briefly left the game with a thigh injury before returning, but the offense never found its rhythm, running only 45 plays and maintaining possession for just 22 minutes. Vidal's roller-coaster season continued, fluctuating between productive games and complete duds. His workload might decrease after the Bolts' much-needed Week 12 bye, as rookie
Omarion Hampton (ankle) appears close to returning from IR after shedding his walking boot and resuming side work in practice. If Hampton is activated in Week 13, Vidal could shift back into a secondary role. The bye week arrives at the perfect time for his recovery and for fantasy managers looking for clarity.
--Don FanelliSource: NFL
November 18, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Keenan Allen was the only bright spot in the team's disastrous 35-6 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, posting four receptions for 53 yards on six targets. He led the team in every receiving category on a day when
Justin Herbert threw for just 81 yards, and the offense gained only 135 total yards. Allen's route rate had been trending down in recent weeks, but the veteran stepped up while the rest of the offense struggled to function. Even in a historically bad performance, Allen delivered a useful 9.3 PPR points. As the Chargers head into their desperately needed Week 12 bye, Allen still proves to be a reliable pass catcher heading into the fantasy playoff push.
--Don FanelliSource: NFL
November 18, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Ladd McConkey caught three passes for 13 yards on four targets in the team's blowout loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The entire offense was ineffective, with
Justin Herbert passing for only 81 yards, and the Chargers holding the ball for just 22 minutes. After scoring four touchdowns in his last six games, this was McConkey's lowest-target outing of the season and his second-worst game in receptions and yards. He entered Week 11 as the team's clear WR1, but Los Angeles couldn't sustain drives long enough for any receiver to produce. McConkey still leads the league in routes run and ranks in the top 12 in overall targets. With a Week 12 bye ahead, fantasy managers should see this as an outlier with better days ahead.
--Don FanelliSource: NFL
November 18, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback
Justin Herbert had his worst performance of the season in the team's 35-6 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, completing just 10 of 18 passes for 81 yards and an interception before being pulled from the game in the second half. It was the first game this season without a passing touchdown for him, and only the eighth in his career. Herbert led the team in rushing with 21 yards, highlighting the offense's overall inefficiency. The Chargers managed only eight first downs, held the ball for just 22 minutes, and reached the red zone only once. Herbert was constantly under pressure behind an injured, overmatched offensive line that has now allowed 35 sacks this season. He was briefly evaluated for a concussion at the end of the first half after a sack, but returned to start the second half. Herbert and the Bolts get a much-needed bye in Week 12.
--Don FanelliSource: NFL
November 18, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston had no catches on three targets in Sunday's 35-6 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. It was his second game with zero catches this season, but the entire offense struggled throughout the game. The Chargers only ran 45 plays, possessed the ball for 22 minutes, gained just 135 yards, and reached the red zone once.
Justin Herbert threw for only 81 yards, giving Johnston minimal opportunities to make an impact. It's a game to move past, though the inconsistency is starting to become a pattern. With the Bolts heading into a much-needed Week 12 bye, Johnston gets a necessary reset before returning as a high-risk, high-reward WR3 for the final stretch of the fantasy season.
--Don FanelliSource: NFL
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
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