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Chargers Daily Links: Thursday Open Thread

Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Check out the Chargers’ injury report from Thursday (Chargers.com) Nikko Reed is ready for his opportunity against the Titans in Week Nine (Chargers.com) Who could the Chargers trade away before this year’s deadline? (Chargers Wire) The Chargers are entering […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Pair of Chargers land amongst PFF’s top 15 rookies through Week 8

The Chargers have had some success with their first two draft classes under general manager Joe Hortiz. His first class produced both Joe Alt, Ladd McConkey, Tarheeb Still, and Cam Hart. His most recent class has seen first-rounder Omarion Hampton show some star power prior to injury and now tight end Oronde Gadsden II is […]

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Chargers Daily Links: Wednesday Open Thread

Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Check out the current playoff picture entering Week Nine (Chargers.com) The Chargers released their unofficial depth chart for Week Nine (Chargers.com) What are the biggest areas of need for the Chargers as the trade deadline approaches? (Chargers Wire) Jim […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Chargers sign S Marcus Williams to practice squad

On Tuesday morning, the Chargers announced a handful of roster transactions following a group workout to begin the week. Defensive depth is on the way as the team signed veteran safety Marcus Williams and defensive tackle Kyle Peko. In a pair of corresponding moves, the Chargers are releasing both wide receiver Luke Grimm and running […]

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Chargers Power Rankings Roundup: Bolts closing back in on top 10

The Chargers enjoyed a much needed get-right game as they demolished the Minnesota Vikings in primetime behind the return of Joe Alt protecting Herbert’s blindside. The Chargers threw for almost 200 yards in the second half and built a multi-score lead before coasting through the final 30 minutes behind Kimani Vidal’s tough and consistent running. […]

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Oronde Gadsden II is no ordinary rookie TE for the Los Angeles Chargers

Throughout the 2025 NFL season, SB Nation’s Doug Farrar will write about the game’s Secret Superstars — those players whose performances might slip under the radar for whatever reasons. In this installment, we focus on Los Angeles Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden II, who has taken his father’s lessons to heart about how to become an important part […]

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Chargers Daily Links: Tuesday Open Thread

Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Five things to know about the Chargers ahead of Week Nine (Chargers.com) Three stats to know as the Chargers enter Week Nine of the NFL season (Chargers.com) Justin Herbert continues to settle into the LA spotlight alongside Madison Beer […]

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Chargers Daily Links: Monday Open Thread

Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Here’s how Oronde Gadsden and other rookies propelled the Chargers to victory on Thursday night (Chargers.com) The latest win for the Chargers impressed a number of NFL pundits (Chargers.com) Have the Chargers finally found a pass rush? (Chargers Wire) […]

about 1 month ago | 1 read

Chargers Daily Links: Victory Friday Open Thread

Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Five takeaways from the Chargers’ win over the Vikings on Thursday Night Football (Chargers.com) It was a group of Chargers rookies that propelled the Bolts to victory on Thursday Night (Chargers.com) Five more takeaways from LA’s latest victory (Chargers […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Chargers smoke Vikings, but lose key players to injury

The Los Angeles Chargers are back in the win column with a 37-10 victory against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 8’s edition of Thursday Night Football. In the win, quarterback Justin Herbert threw for three touchdowns — one each to tight end Oronde Gadsden II, wide receiver Ladd McConkey and rookie wideout Tre’ Harris. Kimani […]

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Chargers-Vikings Game Recap: Herbert, Vidal run wild in 37-10 win

Justin Herbert and the Chargers came out Thursday night needing to prove to themselves that the recent four-game stretch was not a true showing of who they are as a team. The 1-3 record following a 3-0 start was filled with uncharacteristic mistakes and bad play that led them to dropping games they shouldn’t have. […]

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Chargers-Vikings Game Recap: Herbert, Vidal run wild in 37-10 win

Justin Herbert and the Chargers came out Thursday night needing to prove to themselves that the recent four-game stretch was not a true showing of who they are as a team. The 1-3 record following a 3-0 start was filled with uncharacteristic mistakes and bad play that led them to dropping games they shouldn’t have. […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

Talk about Vikings vs. Chargers right here with your fellow fans!

Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Chargers, October 23, 2025, 5:15 p.m. PT Location: SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles, CA Broadcast: Amazon Prime Video The Los Angeles Chargers face a big matchup against the Minnesota Vikings on a national stage with Thursday Night Football. Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines. BTFB community, this is your thread […]

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Chargers get good injury news vs. Vikings

The Los Angeles Chargers are warming up for their big Week 8 matchup inside SoFi Stadium against the Minnesota Vikings. The Chargers are excited to have offensive tackle Joe Alt back in action after he was out following an injury he suffered in Week 4 against the New York Giants. Running back Hassan Haskins, tight […]

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Chargers TE Oronde Gadsden II named Pepsi Rookie of the Week

Truly great performances in the NFL never go unnoticed. Rookie tight end Oronde Gadsden’s magnificent outing against the Colts this past Sunday was the talk of the football world in the days that followed because, well, how often does a day three rookie go for 164 yards and a touchdown on just seven catches? Especially […]

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Chargers Daily Links: Chargers-Vikings predictions thread

Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Five final thoughts ahead of Chargers-Vikings (Chargers.com) Check out the final Chargers injury report of Week Eight (Chargers.com) What does a path look like for the Chargers to beat the Vikings? (Chargers Wire) Kimani Vidal is a must-start in […]

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Chargers Reacts Survey Week 8

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Chargers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Heading into Week 8, we want to know how you’re feeling after watching the team so […]

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