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Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m4pqm89rs4</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers certainly haven&#39;t been helped by their injuries, but that&#39;s not the reason this season has gone off the rails.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 14:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4153,h_2336,x_935,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m4r54qk2at8y216h3n.jpg" caption="Sep 13, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA;  Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel on the sidelines during the first half against the Arizona Cardinals 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>Chargers&#39; loss to Broncos leaves no choice but to start the tear-down process</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-loss-to-broncos-leaves-no-choice-but-to-start-the-tear-down-process?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m4pq1zgan7</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers need to start figuring out where they can take this roster from here after their loss to Denver.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:30:44 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8640,h_4860,x_0,y_238/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m4r439qezkzrkd9j0r.jpg" caption="Apr 16, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz speaks at press conference at The Bolt. 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Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m4pqhcas0p</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers can only ask for accountability as this team looks for a path forward.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 01:41:31 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3336,h_1876,x_100,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m4prtz552vcafb9xt5.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>5 takeaways from the Chargers&#39; predictable loss at the hands of the Broncos</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/5-takeaways-from-the-chargers-predictable-loss-at-the-hands-of-the-broncos?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m4pep81vk7</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers definitely weren&#39;t expected to win this one. Let&#39;s see what we can take away from the game, nonetheless.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:05:36 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2662,h_1497,x_715,y_25/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m4pnav58rq720tf3gm.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. 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Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Trade rumors for Khalil Mack continue to intensify amidst Chargers&#39; struggles</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/trade-rumors-for-khalil-mack-continue-to-intensify-amidst-chargers-struggles?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alexander Insdorf</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m4k0ed502p</guid><description>As the Chargers continue to struggle, trade rumors for EDGE Khalil Mack have only intensified over the past week.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2695,h_1515,x_998,y_316/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m4k0fyf8cwd8nhbjgj.jpg" caption="IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Alexander Insdorf"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jacob Spomer provides Chargers with at least a glimmer of hope as O-line comes apart</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/jacob-spomer-provides-chargers-with-at-least-a-glimmer-of-hope-as-o-line-comes-apart?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. 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Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers&#39; last shot at a pre-bye turnaround is poised to come in Week 5 vs. Broncos</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-true-shot-at-a-pre-bye-turnaround-is-poised-to-come-in-week-5-vs-broncos?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m4e0rjgdn6</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers need a win before the bye if they stand any chance at turning this season around.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8001,h_4500,x_0,y_248/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m4gd495wed1evwbf7a.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. 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Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers&#39; Bud Dupree gamble is already falling flat after four disappointing weeks</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-bud-dupree-gamble-is-already-falling-flat-after-four-disappointing-weeks?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m46a4z472e</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers need to develop their young pieces over the remainder of this season, and their Bud Dupree decision looks worse in this light.</description><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3711,h_2087,x_391,y_120/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m48vm8dxdtf48mdzeg.jpg" caption="Oct 21, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Bud Dupree (48) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. 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Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 potential Khalil Mack trade partners as Chargers&#39; playoff hopes come to an early end</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/3-potential-khalil-mack-trade-partners-as-chargers-playoff-hopes-come-to-an-early-end?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m46a0n20b1</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers need to give Khalil Mack a shot at contention this year. Here are three potential trade partners that could make that happen.</description><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7800,h_4387,x_0,y_263/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m48k484gmt78m0v8m5.jpg" caption="Jul 30, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Khalil Mack at training camp press conference at The Bolt. 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Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>6 Jim Harbaugh replacements Chargers must start eyeing after 0-4 start</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/6-jim-harbaugh-replacements-chargers-must-start-eyeing-after-0-4-start?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Mike Luciano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m44n8txhn7</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers must look at one of these six candidates if they decide to part ways with head coach Jim Harbaugh after 2026.</description><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2346,h_1319,x_0,y_98/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m44q4p136yb1q7jpkj.jpg" caption="Oct 4, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA;  Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Mike Luciano"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chargers&#39; O-line suffers a brutal blow with concerning Rashawn Slater injury update</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/chargers-o-line-suffers-a-brutal-blow-with-concerning-rashawn-slater-injury-update?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. 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Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Joe Hortiz&#39;s offseason backfires even more spectacularly with latest slew of injuries</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/joe-hortiz-offseason-backfires-even-more-spectacularly-with-latest-slew-of-injuries?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m44rk9yn7v</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers are hanging on by a thread, and this latest crop of injuries may be the end of the line for this roster.</description><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7944,h_4468,x_0,y_420/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m460hcy8m2a1pj1rfv.jpg" caption="Apr 16, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz speaks at press conference at The Bolt. 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Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>8 rapid-fire takeaways from the Chargers&#39; painful loss to the Seahawks</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/8-rapid-fire-takeaways-from-the-chargers-painful-loss-to-the-seahawks?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m449f5vds0</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers will now enter their two biggest divisional matchups of the season with an 0-4 record. Here are eight immediate takeaways from the game.</description><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:20:52 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_12000,h_6750,x_0,y_129/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m44k3v3b0qhknc0r5w.jpg" caption="Sep 27, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) warms up before a game against the Buffalo Bills at New Highmark Stadium. 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Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3yppc3ab1</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers need to find a way to win this Week 4 matchup, and the Seahawks&#39; struggling run game may present their best hope.</description><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8001,h_4500,x_0,y_184/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m415hh3rcmk82nqth1.jpg" caption="Nov 25, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh reacts against the Baltimore Ravens in the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="G.C. Bellchamber"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Akheem Mesidor is a hidden key to the Chargers defense as season hangs in the balance</title><link>https://boltbeat.com/akheem-mesidor-is-a-hidden-key-to-the-chargers-defense-as-season-hangs-in-the-balance?utm_source=RSS</link><author>G.C. Bellchamber</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3ypkqyp74</guid><description>The Los Angeles Chargers desperately need to keep earning pressure to keep their defense afloat, and Akheem Mesidor is a key piece of that effort.</description><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4668,h_2625,x_1772,y_99/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/13/01m414bsggwjw9emcdnc.jpg" caption="Jul 30, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Akheem Mesidor (90) at training camp at The Bolt. 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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"></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"></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>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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