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Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m411xhfahf</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers need a Tre&#39; Harris breakout game in Week 4 against the Seattle Seahawks.</description><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_12000,h_6750,x_0,y_237/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m411zjy5s2s49e1ad9.jpg" caption="Sep 27, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Tre Harris (9) warms up before a game against the Buffalo Bills at New Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers need to justify Kimani Vidal&#39;s place on the roster (or consider moving him)</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-need-to-justify-kimani-vidal-s-place-on-the-roster-or-consider-moving-him?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3w49f8kxj</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers should look to lean on Kimani Vidal more in the run game, but moving him may be an option as well if the season goes off the rails.</description><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5397,h_3035,x_1536,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m3yh7k9jgrvx0jvq76.jpg" caption="May 11, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal (28) during offseason workouts at The Bolt. 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Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3w4k6w0er</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers will need to find another depth option at cornerback, and they shouldn&#39;t be afraid to at least give Kaiir Elam a shot.</description><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1744,h_981,x_208,y_160/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m3ydx5hxdbapmy1229.jpg" caption="Bills Kaiir Elam practices a few drills after the end of the official practice day. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Oronde Gadsden II is running out of time to seize his massive Chargers opportunity</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/oronde-gadsden-ii-is-running-out-of-time-to-seize-his-massive-chargers-opportunity?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3w4dzmmc8</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers need Oronde Gadsden II to produce—he didn&#39;t in his first week as TE1 in 2026.</description><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4159,h_2339,x_2232,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m3ycvssca0ppbkeqc6.jpg" caption="Oct 5, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA;  Los Angeles Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden II (86) sits on the bench prior to the game against the Washington Commanders at SoFi Stadium. 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Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers get a new Ladd McConkey injury concern ahead of brutal Seahawks matchup</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-get-a-new-ladd-mcconkey-injury-concern-ahead-of-brutal-seahawks-matchup?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3wszj1912</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers have a developing Ladd McConkey storyline ahead of their Week 4 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks.</description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:18:39 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4900,h_2756,x_511,y_78/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m3wv90h3h7npyzvjkr.jpg" caption="Sep 27, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA;  Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey (15) warms up before the game against the Buffalo Bills at New Highmark Stadium.at New Highmark Stadium.  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Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3sghxckjw</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers don&#39;t necessarily need Nick Barrett to be an immediate draft hit, but the development from him so far has been promising.</description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4089,h_2300,x_2151,y_349/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m3vvj77ntn9sddy1fx.jpg" caption="Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; South Carolina defensive lineman Nick Barrett (DL03) during the NFL Scouting Combine  at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Keaton Mitchell&#39;s fresh injury concern leaves Chargers with a new challenge in Week 4</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/keaton-mitchell-s-fresh-injury-concern-leaves-chargers-with-a-new-challenge-in-week-4?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3vt2msken</guid><description>The last thing the Los Angeles Chargers need is more challenges on offense, but Keaton Mitchell&#39;s recent injury may present them with one.</description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4207,h_2366,x_1415,y_70/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m3vt6m3fafmm79v2fq.jpg" caption="Sep 13, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA;  Los Angeles Chargers running back Keaton Mitchell (34) leaves the field after being defeated by the Arizona Cardinals at SoFi Stadium.  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Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jim Harbaugh&#39;s 4th down decision making costs the Chargers (again)</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/jim-harbaugh-s-4th-down-decision-making-costs-the-chargers-again?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alexander Insdorf</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3t3s2k6hr</guid><description>Jim Harbaugh continues to cost the Chargers with game management.</description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2228,h_1253,x_853,y_18/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m3t3szerj1d95t4aw3.jpg" caption="IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Alexander Insdorf"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers&#39; game plan vs. Seahawks needs to (somehow) dial in on Jaxon Smith-Njigba</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-game-plan-vs-seahawks-needs-to-somehow-dial-in-on-jaxon-smith-njigba?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. 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Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Revisiting the Chargers&#39; Omarion Hampton selection as Year 2 goes off the rails</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/revisiting-the-chargers-omarion-hampton-selection-as-year-2-goes-off-the-rails?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3q15f0p4q</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers took a major swing grabbing Omarion Hampton in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Has it paid off?</description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7248,h_4077,x_527,y_187/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m3s8x7y5550td0mxn4.jpg" caption="Aug 10, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton (8) reacts before the game against the New Orleans Saints at SoFi Stadium. 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Cole Strange, at the very least, was supposed to be that this season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8088,h_4549,x_0,y_113/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m376r2bnf6yytx1d0q.jpg" caption="Jun 17, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers guard Cole Strange (69) during minicamp at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers news roundup: Bolts sign a TE, Harbaugh talks in circles, Week 2 awards</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-news-roundup-bolts-sign-a-te-harbaugh-talks-in-circles-week-2-awards?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Reed</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m35m9tbyg1</guid><description>From injury news to what the team is saying after starting 0-2, here is everything you need to know about the Chargers in our mid-week bulletin.</description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1024,h_576,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/13/01m35se1y2e6tddc3drx.jpg" caption="Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh | (Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Reed"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Justin Herbert needs to answer the call with Chargers&#39; season already on the line</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/justin-herbert-needs-to-answer-the-call-with-chargers-season-already-on-the-line?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m32v0j72ze</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers&#39; season is on the line against the Buffalo Bills. Can Justin Herbert answer the call?</description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5733,h_3224,x_1394,y_69/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m34qn05e2h7mkn2dd4.jpg" caption="May 12, 2025; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) reacts during offseason workouts at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Oronde Gadsden II is the only real winner of Chargers&#39; recent injury woes</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/oronde-gadsden-ii-is-the-only-real-winner-of-chargers-recent-injury-woes?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m32wry5epg</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers will be without David Njoku and Charlie Kolar headed into Week 2.</description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5952,h_3348,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m34ng1hkb6386m2qgr.jpg" caption="Sep 20, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA;  Los Angeles Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden (86) warms up prior to the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium.  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Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m35ehwp224</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers weren&#39;t going to be able to replace Charlie Kolar, but Hayden Rucci might be a suitable, temporary solution.</description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:33:49 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3310,h_1861,x_435,y_258/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m35fkphrsjd3r3we3p.jpg" caption="Dec 27, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Wisconsin Badgers tight end Hayden Rucci (87) against the Oklahoma State Cowboys during the 2022 Guaranteed Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers (and Jim Harbaugh) made the wrong kind of history with loss to Raiders</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-and-jim-harbaugh-made-the-wrong-kind-of-history-with-loss-to-raiders?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Norris</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m32y8mg3t9</guid><description>Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers fell to 0-2 for the season with a Week 2 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders.</description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 19:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4359,h_2451,x_2255,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m32ycgnq2jqtmv4wgw.jpg" caption="Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh looks on against the Las Vegas Raiders; Kirby Lee | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Norris"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers&#39; injuries leave them with a major disadvantage heading into Bills matchup</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-injuries-leave-them-with-a-major-disadvantage-heading-into-bills-matchup?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alexander Insdorf</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m00gr9ee8w</guid><description>The Chargers are facing an increasingly uphill battle to get a win as they head into Buffalo.</description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8001,h_4500,x_0,y_116/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m3327hybbw5w83qwyw.jpg" caption="USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Alexander Insdorf"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers&#39; rookie stock report after a pivotal Week 2 loss against the Raiders</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-rookie-stock-report-after-a-pivotal-week-2-loss-against-the-raiders?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m321k0e8r0</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers didn&#39;t have much to be proud about in their Week 2 loss to the Raiders, but the rookies certainly showed some flashes.</description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1279,h_719,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/13/01m32by2f7y6er39dwtq.png" caption="Chargers rookie Genesis Smith | Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images, Graphic by Jason Reed/FanSided"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jim Harbaugh&#39;s glaring Chargers spotlight only made worse by Khalil Mack&#39;s comments</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/jim-harbaugh-glaring-chargers-spotlight-only-made-worse-by-khalil-mack-comments?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alexander Insdorf</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m32dkafy4j</guid><description>It&#39;s not what you want to hear in Week 2.</description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6048,h_3402,x_0,y_128/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m32dnca7dy185ygwnh.jpg" caption="IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Alexander Insdorf"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers get a slew of negative injury updates with pivotal Bills matchup looming</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-get-a-slew-of-negative-injury-updates-with-pivotal-bills-matchup-looming?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m32xmsgyrt</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers just got the last thing they needed ahead of Week 3—bad injury news.</description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 21:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8001,h_4500,x_0,y_234/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m32xqswtcs8z8a4s1a.jpg" caption="Aug 16, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh reacts during the game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers need Quentin Johnston to justify their contract decision (and fast)</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-need-quentin-johnston-to-justify-their-contract-decision-and-fast?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m30msjntvf</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers desperately need more production out of Quentin Johnston (but it doesn&#39;t all fall upon him).</description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4285,h_2410,x_874,y_68/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m3234qjnqqq6h6tswz.jpg" caption="Aug 13, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA;  Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston (1) before the game against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers must actually consider doing the impossible with Justin Herbert</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-must-actually-consider-doing-the-impossible-with-justin-herbert?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Reed</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m32bys5wtf</guid><description>The 2026 LA Chargers clearly don&#39;t have what it takes to succeed, which should force the Bolts to consider the impossible with Justin Herbert. </description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1024,h_576,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/13/01m32e0j9ghay98hapv6.jpg" caption="Chargers QB Justin Herbert | (Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Reed"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jesse Minter&#39;s shoes get harder to fill as Chargers season goes off the rails</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/jesse-minter-s-shoes-get-harder-to-fill-as-chargers-season-goes-off-the-rails?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m30mw0pgd6</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers defense just doesn&#39;t look the same without Jesse Minter.</description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6387,h_3592,x_998,y_396/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m321wwv9vm4ff8kqer.jpg" caption="Aug 7, 2025; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter at press conference during training camp at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 winners and 4 losers from the Chargers&#39; frustrating loss to the Raiders</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/3-winners-and-4-losers-from-the-chargers-frustrating-loss-to-the-raiders?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m30mkzrg6h</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers mostly had losers in their Week 2 loss, but it&#39;s worth analyzing nonetheless.</description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7304,h_4108,x_0,y_149/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m30ng82bxr7b47b6df.jpg" caption="Jul 31, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel during training camp press conference at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers need a long look in the mirror as Raiders loss threatens their playoff hopes</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-need-a-long-look-in-the-mirror-as-raiders-loss-threatens-their-playoff-hopes?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m30jfnsnrt</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers have some serious self-reflection to do after that loss to the Las Vegas Raiders.</description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:07:18 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3072,h_1728,x_474,y_15/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m30kbfsrxjnq49bmh0.jpg" caption="Oct 5, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) reacts after the game against the Washington Commanders at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>8 immediate takeaways from the Chargers&#39; disastrous loss at the hands of the Raiders</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/8-immediate-takeaways-from-the-chargers-disastrous-loss-at-the-hands-of-the-raiders?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m308nem5wp</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers suffered another loss they couldn&#39;t afford—this time at the hands of a division rival.</description><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 23:29:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6666,h_3749,x_548,y_89/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m30gyfnc2vbr4e71c3.jpg" caption="Nov 17, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh reacts against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half at SoFi Stadium. 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Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2zt3ss102</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers got the boost they needed ahead of their Week 2 matchup with the Raiders.</description><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:37:17 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3425,h_1926,x_1322,y_77/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m2zt5s8eqepf2g37yb.jpg" caption="Oct 23, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey (15) reacts against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers would be wise to let Raiders QB Kirk Cousins air it out in Week 2</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-would-be-wise-to-let-raiders-qb-kirk-cousins-air-it-out-in-week-2?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Norris</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2xqvxdwtk</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers will look to rebound in Week 2 against the Las Vegas Raiders after a Week 1 loss to the Arizona Cardinals.</description><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2891,h_1626,x_1988,y_69/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m2xrhqq7h9e85qep01.jpg" caption="Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh; William Liang | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Norris"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>4 questions facing the Chargers heading into must-win Week 2 Raiders matchup</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/4-questions-facing-the-chargers-heading-into-must-win-week-2-raiders-matchup?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2tj2zekk5</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers still have some questions to answer heading into Week 2.</description><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3031,h_1704,x_317,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m2x3pyyx0bebxjmskv.jpg" caption="Sep 13, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA;  Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh reacts after a play against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at SoFi Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>David Njoku&#39;s bounce-back year with the Chargers is off to a quietly perfect start</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/david-njoku-bounce-back-year-with-the-chargers-is-off-to-a-quietly-perfect-start?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2tjahd5wr</guid><description>David Njoku is counting on the Los Angeles Chargers to give him a chance at a bounce-back season. He earned that in Week 1.</description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7124,h_4007,x_408,y_392/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m2x1qdh61r0kf71fp1.jpg" caption="May 19, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers tight end David Njoku at press conference during offseason workouts at The Bolt. 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Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2tjbncp50</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers saw some improvement along the offensive line in Week 1, but they need more out of Cole Strange.</description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8088,h_4549,x_0,y_98/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m2x029gq6cqhvfqh9s.jpg" caption="Jun 17, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers guard Cole Strange (69) during minicamp at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers&#39; Elijah Molden injury leaves RJ Mickens with an unavoidable opportunity</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-elijah-molden-injury-leaves-rj-mickens-with-an-unavoidable-opportunity?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2tj3h4gcw</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers can use their full complementary safety rotation with Elijah Molden out for Week 2.</description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5424,h_3051,x_1073,y_79/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m2wys3dbvpjz1tnxxh.jpg" caption="May 11, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers safety RJ Mickens (27) during offseason workouts at The Bolt. 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Tre&#39; Harris could be part of the answer.</description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4208,h_2367,x_804,y_50/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m2tdq4cwkyv3mbcqvk.jpg" caption="Aug 13, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA;  Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Tre&#39; Harris (9) before the game against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Trey Pipkins injury indirectly solves the Chargers&#39; platoon problem vs. Raiders</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/trey-pipkins-injury-indirectly-solves-the-chargers-platoon-problem-vs-raiders?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alexander Insdorf</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2v72qq16g</guid><description>No platooning this week!</description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4841,h_2723,x_0,y_301/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m2v74zy4xzzfq431b4.jpg" caption="USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Alexander Insdorf"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers must start justifying their Akheem Mesidor pick with pivotal Raiders matchup</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-must-start-justifying-their-akheem-mesidor-pick-with-pivotal-raiders-matchup?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2r3ym5gve</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers need to figure out how to maximize Akheem Mesidor within their pressure packages in Week 2.</description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5564,h_3129,x_1327,y_64/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m2tcs92d59js53a5j6.jpg" caption="Jul 30, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Akheem Mesidor (90) at training camp at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers need to give Marlowe Wax his opportunity before Denzel Perryman&#39;s return</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-need-to-give-marlowe-wax-his-opportunity-before-denzel-perryman-return?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2r3nha072</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers need to see what they have in their linebacker rotation—and that starts with Marlowe Wax.</description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5512,h_3100,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m2tbfb2bd93d7daq9z.jpg" caption="May 11, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Marlowe Wax (58) during offseason workouts at The Bolt. 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