Los Angeles Chargers
2026 schedule, fantasy roster and sourced discussion.
Week 6, 2026 outlook
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The Week 6 feed contains 21 player injury or practice reports for Los Angeles Chargers. This is report coverage, not a count of unavailable players. This source is stale; verify it before making a lineup decision. Los Angeles Chargers had a scheduled Week 6 matchup away at Kansas City Chiefs. Kickoff: 2026-10-18 20:25:00 UTC.
13 observed Los Angeles Chargers roster players have fresh stored Week 6 PPR forecasts. Missing player forecasts remain blank; these values are not team-total predictions. 20 observed fantasy depth-chart entries are available for this view. Depth slots describe the source snapshot; they do not confirm a starter or a game-day role. This source is stale; verify it before making a lineup decision.
What to watch
Week 6 matchup
KC
Kansas City Chiefs
Scheduled away matchup
Kickoff reached
2026-10-18 20:25:00 UTC
Use the results source for the score; stored forecasts are pregame.
Compare observed teammates
Compare stored PPR forecasts from the same week, scoring format and source. A difference is not a start/sit recommendation or a probability.
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Alec Ingold · PPR
Reserve list. No matching source rows were returned.
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Amar Johnson · PPR
Practice squad. No matching source rows were returned.
Both players need a stored projection.
Open the full start/sit toolTeam injury and practice context
Teammate availability can matter to role context. These source designations do not establish a workload change.
Stale source. Observation time is not available.
| Player | Game designation | Practice | Reported injury | Source date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alec Ingold | Not reported | Did Not Participate In Practice | Shoulder | Observation time is not available. |
| Brenen Thompson | Questionable | Limited Participation in Practice | Quadricep | Observation time is not available. |
| Bud Dupree | Questionable | Limited Participation in Practice | Neck | Observation time is not available. |
| Charlie Kolar | Not reported | Full Participation in Practice | Forearm | Observation time is not available. |
| Daiyan Henley | Questionable | Limited Participation in Practice | Knee | Observation time is not available. |
| Dalvin Tomlinson | Questionable | Limited Participation in Practice | Hamstring | Observation time is not available. |
| Derwin James | Out | Did Not Participate In Practice | Hamstring | Observation time is not available. |
| Donte Jackson | Out | Did Not Participate In Practice | Hamstring | Observation time is not available. |
| Elijah Molden | Not reported | Full Participation in Practice | Hamstring | Observation time is not available. |
| Jamaree Caldwell | Questionable | Limited Participation in Practice | Knee | Observation time is not available. |
| Joe Alt | Out | Did Not Participate In Practice | Neck | Observation time is not available. |
| Justin Eboigbe | Not reported | Full Participation in Practice | Shoulder | Observation time is not available. |
| Kayode Awosika | Out | Did Not Participate In Practice | Fibula | Observation time is not available. |
| KeAndre Lambert-Smith | Questionable | Full Participation in Practice | Hamstring | Observation time is not available. |
| Kendall Williamson | Not reported | Full Participation in Practice | Ankle | Observation time is not available. |
| Khalil Mack | Not reported | Full Participation in Practice | Not injury related - resting player | Observation time is not available. |
| Ladd McConkey | Not reported | Full Participation in Practice | Foot | Observation time is not available. |
| Marquez Valdes-Scantling | Not reported | Full Participation in Practice | Rib | Observation time is not available. |
| Quentin Johnston | Not reported | Full Participation in Practice | Chest | Observation time is not available. |
| Rodney Shelley | Doubtful | Did Not Participate In Practice | Hamstring | Observation time is not available. |
| Tre Harris | Out | Did Not Participate In Practice | Hamstring | Observation time is not available. |
Observed depth-chart context
The source’s formation and depth-slot labels are preserved. They are not confirmation of today’s starter, snaps or targets.
Stale source. 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC
| Player | Formation | Position label | Source slot | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Matlock | Offense | FB:12 | 1 | 2026-10-17 06:01:28 UTC |
| Alec Ingold | Offense | FB:12 | 2 | 2026-10-17 06:01:28 UTC |
| Justin Herbert | Offense | QB:9 | 1 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| DJ Uiagalelei | Offense | QB:9 | 2 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| Trey Lance | Offense | QB:9 | 3 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| Omarion Hampton | Offense | RB:11 | 1 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| Keaton Mitchell | Offense | RB:11 | 2 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| Kimani Vidal | Offense | RB:11 | 3 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| Charlie Kolar | Offense | TE:10 | 1 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| Oronde Gadsden | Offense | TE:10 | 2 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| Hayden Rucci | Offense | TE:10 | 3 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| David Njoku | Offense | TE:10 | 4 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| Ladd McConkey | Offense | WR:1 | 1 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| Brenen Thompson | Offense | WR:1 | 4 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| Derius Davis | Offense | WR:1 | 7 | 2026-10-12 16:41:36 UTC |
| Quentin Johnston | Offense | WR:2 | 2 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| Marquez Valdes-Scantling | Offense | WR:2 | 5 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| KeAndre Lambert-Smith | Offense | WR:2 | 5 | 2026-10-18 06:02:04 UTC |
| Tre' Harris | Offense | WR:8 | 3 | 2026-10-12 06:02:14 UTC |
| Theo Wease Jr. | Offense | WR:8 | 6 | 2026-10-12 16:41:36 UTC |
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Season schedule and stored odds
Prices are captured observations, not guaranteed current offers. Stale prices are marked. Completed games show final recorded scores. ATS grades the team's own closing spread only.
| Week / date | Opponent | Venue | Result | Team spread | ATS | Total | Moneyline | Price observation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 / 2026-09-13 | vs Arizona Cardinals | SoFi Stadium | 14–26 final | -8.5 | L | 47.5 | -455 | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 2 / 2026-09-20 | vs Las Vegas Raiders | SoFi Stadium | 14–26 final | -6.5 | L | 43.5 | -325 | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 3 / 2026-09-27 | @ Buffalo Bills | Highmark Stadium | 16–24 final | +7 | L | 50.5 | +260 | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 4 / 2026-10-04 | @ Seattle Seahawks | Lumen Field | 23–30 final | +7 | P | 42.5 | +275 | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 5 / 2026-10-11 | vs Denver Broncos | SoFi Stadium | 17–23 final | +3.5 | L | 42.5 | +160 | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 6 / 2026-10-18 | @ Kansas City Chiefs | GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium | Not final | +7.5 | — | 41.5 | +350 | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 8 / 2026-11-01 | @ Los Angeles Rams | SoFi Stadium | Not final | — | — | — | — | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 9 / 2026-11-08 | vs Houston Texans | SoFi Stadium | Not final | — | — | — | — | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 10 / 2026-11-16 | @ Baltimore Ravens | M&T Bank Stadium | Not final | — | — | — | — | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 11 / 2026-11-22 | vs New York Jets | SoFi Stadium | Not final | — | — | — | — | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 12 / 2026-11-29 | vs New England Patriots | SoFi Stadium | Not final | — | — | — | — | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 13 / 2026-12-06 | @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Raymond James Stadium | Not final | — | — | — | — | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 14 / 2026-12-13 | @ Las Vegas Raiders | Allegiant Stadium | Not final | — | — | — | — | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 15 / 2026-12-17 | vs San Francisco 49ers | SoFi Stadium | Not final | — | — | — | — | 2026-10-18 20:40:14 UTC |
| 16 / 2026-12-27 | @ Miami Dolphins | Hard Rock Stadium | Not final | — | — | — | — | 2026-10-18 20:40:15 UTC |
| 17 / 2027-01-03 | vs Kansas City Chiefs | SoFi Stadium | Not final | — | — | — | — | 2026-10-18 20:40:15 UTC |
| 18 / 2027-01-10 | @ Denver Broncos | Empower Field at Mile High | Not final | — | — | — | — | 2026-10-18 20:40:15 UTC |
Recent team results
Recorded final scores for 2026. These summaries are not predictions or a betting record.
0-5 straight · 0-4-1 ATS (5 games graded)
House NFL spread model: 1-1-1 on this team's games (3 graded, current registrant).
Last 3 games · 3 recorded
18.7 for / 25.7 against
Points per game
Last 5 games · 5 recorded
16.8 for / 25.8 against
Points per game
Last 8 games · 5 recorded
16.8 for / 25.8 against
Points per game
Fantasy roster and projections
Roster: 2026, Week 6. Stale source. 2026-10-11 06:02:52 UTC
Includes eligible backups, reserve and practice-squad players in the observed roster. A roster place does not confirm game-day availability. Projection period and source appear on each player’s page.
| Player | Position | Roster status code | PPR projection | Projection source and date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alec Ingold | RB | RES | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Amar Johnson | RB | DEV | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Brenen Thompson | WR | ACT | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Cameron Dicker | K | ACT | 7.7 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
| Charlie Kolar | TE | ACT | 4.6 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
| David Njoku | TE | RES | 0.0 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
| Derius Davis | WR | ACT | 1.8 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
| DJ Uiagalelei | QB | ACT | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Evan Svoboda | TE | DEV | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Gary Jennings | WR | DEV | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Gregory Desrosiers | RB | DEV | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Hayden Rucci | TE | ACT | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Jake Browning | QB | DEV | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Justin Herbert | QB | ACT | 11.5 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
| KeAndre Lambert-Smith | WR | ACT | 3.4 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
| Keaton Mitchell | RB | ACT | 7.7 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
| Kimani Vidal | RB | ACT | 5.9 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
| Ladd McConkey | WR | ACT | 10.4 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
| Luke Grimm | WR | DEV | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Marquez Valdes-Scantling | WR | ACT | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Omarion Hampton | RB | ACT | 9.0 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
| Oronde Gadsden II | TE | ACT | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Patrick Herbert | TE | DEV | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Quentin Johnston | WR | ACT | 7.2 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
| Scott Matlock | RB | ACT | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Theo Wease Jr. | WR | ACT | — | No stored projection for this player. |
| Tre Harris | WR | ACT | 0.0 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
| Trey Lance | QB | RES | 0.0 | 2026, Week 6. These Week 6 numbers come from the Week 6 projection board. Shark Snip's own Week 6 projections aren't ready yet. 2026-10-18 18:25:05 UTC |
DFS salaries
DraftKings classic main-slate salaries only, deduplicated to the newest slate. A stale or missing slate renders no rows rather than a synthesized price.
| Player | Position | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Ladd McConkey | WR | $5300 |
| Omarion Hampton | RB | $5300 |
| Quentin Johnston | WR | $5000 |
| Justin Herbert | QB | $5000 |
| Tre' Harris | WR | $4800 |
| Kimani Vidal | RB | $4800 |
| Keaton Mitchell | RB | $4300 |
| Scott Matlock | RB | $4000 |
| Trey Lance | QB | $4000 |
| DJ Uiagalelei | QB | $4000 |
| Gregory Desrosiers | RB | $4000 |
| Amar Johnson | RB | $4000 |
| Jake Browning | QB | $4000 |
| Alec Ingold | RB | $4000 |
| Oronde Gadsden II | TE | $3800 |
| Marquez Valdes-Scantling | WR | $3600 |
| Brenen Thompson | WR | $3300 |
| Derius Davis | WR | $3100 |
| Theo Wease Jr. | WR | $3000 |
| KeAndre Lambert-Smith | WR | $3000 |
| Luke Grimm | WR | $3000 |
| Gary Jennings | WR | $3000 |
| Charlie Kolar | TE | $2500 |
| Patrick Herbert | TE | $2500 |
| Hayden Rucci | TE | $2500 |
| Evan Svoboda | TE | $2500 |
| David Njoku | TE | $2500 |
| Chargers | DST | $2100 |
Slate 2026-10-18 20:22:01 UTC.
Injuries
| Player | Position | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bud Dupree | DE | Questionable | Neck |
| Dalvin Tomlinson | DT | Questionable | Hamstring |
| Donte Jackson | CB | Out | Hamstring |
| Derwin James | S | Out | Hamstring |
| Kayode Awosika | G | Out | Fibula |
| Joe Alt | T | Out | Neck |
| Jamaree Caldwell | DT | Questionable | Knee |
| KeAndre Lambert-Smith | WR | Questionable | Hamstring |
| Tre Harris | WR | Out | Hamstring |
| Rodney Shelley | CB | Doubtful | Hamstring |
| Brenen Thompson | WR | Questionable | Quadricep |
| Daiyan Henley | LB | Questionable | Knee |
Synced 2026-10-18 20:45:06.506+00:00 UTC. Status is nflverse's weekly filing, not a game-day confirmation.
News and podcast discussion
Stale source. 2026-10-18 09:15:46 UTC
70 mentions in the source window. Discussion velocity: 1.21× the source baseline.
Discussion volume is not a prediction or a measure of accuracy.
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