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Thursday’s injury report for Chargers ahead of matchup vs. Cowboys

Austin Ekeler practiced. Joey Bosa did not.

The Chargers had their first practice before Monday’s matchup with the Cowboys on Thursday.

Here’s a look at the team’s injury report:

EDGE Joey Bosa — Toe — DNP

RB Austin Ekeler — Ankle — FP

S Alohi Gilman — Heel — DNP

QB Justin Herbert — Left Finger — FP

S Derwin James — Hamstring — FP

CB Deane Leonard — Hamstring — LP

EDGE Khalil Mack — NIR — DNP

TE Donald Parham Jr. — Wrist — LP

OT Trey Pipkins — Shoulder — FP

OT Rashawn Slater — Ankle — FP

DNP: Did not practice; LP: Limited participation; FP: Full participation

Austin Ekeler, who said earlier this week there’s a 99% chance he plays, was a full participant. Ekeler hasn’t played since Week 1 against the Dolphins when he sustained a sprained ankle injury.

Joey Bosa did not practice. He missed Week 4 against the Raiders with toe and hamstring injuries, but the toe is the only thing listed on the injury report.

Alohi Gilman, who also missed their last game, did not participate as he is dealing with a heel injury.

Donald Parham and Deane Leonard were limited participants.

Chargers RB Austin Ekeler optimistic he will play vs. Cowboys

Austin Ekeler’s return gives a big boost to the Chargers’ offense.

The Chargers bye week was used as a way for players to restore their bodies and get up to full health, and one player who benefited from it was running back Austin Ekeler.

On Tuesday, Ekeler said that he expects to play this upcoming Monday against the Cowboys, adding that there is a “99%” chance.

Ekeler has been out since the season opener against the Dolphins when he sustained a sprained ankle. In that contest, he totaled 16 carries for 117 yards and one touchdown and hauled four passes for 47 yards.

Getting Ekeler back is a massive boost for a Chargers offense that has stalled at running the football the past three games after rushing for 233 yards on 40 carries in Week 1.

Additionally, Ekeler gives Justin Herbert another target in the passing game, which should be beneficial after the season-ending loss of Mike Williams in Week 3 against the Vikings.

Wednesday’s injury report for Chargers ahead of matchup vs. Raiders

The Chargers had seven non-participants.

The Chargers had their first practice before Sunday’s matchup with the Raiders on Wednesday.

Here’s a look at the team’s injury report:

EDGE Joey Bosa — Hamstring/Toe — DNP

RB Austin Ekeler — Hamstring — LP

TE Gerald Everett — Illness — DNP

S Alohi Gilman — Heel — DNP

S Derwin James — Hamstring — DNP

LB Eric Kendricks — Hamstring — LP

OL Corey Linsley — Illness — DNP

EDGE Khalil Mack — NIR — DNP

LB Kenneth Murray — Groin — DNP

OT Rashawn Slater — Ankle — LP

DNP: Did not practice; LP: Limited participation; FP: Full participation

Austin Ekeler participated in drills for the first time since his ankle injury in Week 1.

“Just know that that is going on behind the scenes,” Ekeler said on his progress. I’m doing everything I can to get back and be healthy, and not have any major setbacks.”

Eric Kendricks, who has missed the past two games with his respective injury, was also a limited participant.

Brandon Staley said Joey Bosa, Khalil Mack and Derwin James’ statuses for Sunday are “to be determined.”

Chargers Week 3 injury report: Thursday

The Chargers had four non-participants.

The Chargers had their second practice before Sunday’s matchup with the Vikings on Thursday.

Here’s a look at the team’s injury report:

Player Injury Wednesday Thursday Friday Game Status
EDGE Joey Bosa Hamstring LP DNP
RB Austin Ekeler Ankle DNP DNP
LB Daiyan Henley Hamstring LP FP
LB Eric Kendricks Hamstring DNP DNP
EDGE Khalil Mack NIR — Rest DNP FP
EDGE Chris Rumph II Hamstring LP FP
WR Mike Williams Ankle FP FP
DT Christopher Hinton Back —– DNP

DNP: Did not practice; LP: Limited participation; FP: Full participation

Austin Ekeler remained out of practice while he continues to nurse an ankle injury.

Joey Bosa did not practice but he worked off to the side. Eric Kendricks was not at practice, according to The Athletic’s Daniel Popper.

Daiyan Henley and Chris Rumph, who missed the first two games with a hamstring injury, were full participants.

Christopher Hinton popped up on the injury report with a back issue.

Wednesday’s injury report for Chargers ahead of matchup vs. Vikings

The Chargers had three non-participants and three limited participants.

The Chargers had their first practice before Sunday’s matchup with the Vikings on Wednesday.

Here’s a look at the team’s injury report:

Player Injury Wednesday Thursday Friday Game Status
EDGE Joey Bosa Hamstring LP
RB Austin Ekeler Ankle DNP
LB Daiyan Henley Hamstring LP
LB Eric Kendricks Hamstring DNP
EDGE Khalil Mack NIR — Rest DNP
EDGE Chris Rumph II Hamstring LP
WR Mike Williams Ankle FP

DNP: Did not practice; LP: Limited participation; FP: Full participation

Brandon Staley had no update on Austin Ekeler and Eric Kendricks, who both missed last weekend’s game against the Titans.

Daiyan Henley, who has missed the first two games with a hamstring injury, was on the practice field going through individual drills, according to The Athletic’s Daniel Popper.

Khalil Mack had a veteran’s rest day. There was no update on Chris Rumph.

Chargers HC Brandon Staley: ‘No timeline’ for Austin Ekeler, Eric Kendricks’ return

The Chargers were without Austin Ekeler and Eric Kendricks on Sunday.

Chargers head coach Brandon Staley provided an update on running back Austin Ekeler and linebacker Eric Kendricks on Monday.

After Ekeler and Kendricks missed Week 2 against the Titans, Staley said there is “no timeline” for their return, per The Athletic’s Daniel Popper.

Ekeler is dealing with an ankle injury that Staley called a “sprain,” while Kendricks is nursing a hamstring issue.

In Week 1 against the Dolphins, Ekeler finished with 16 carries for 117 yards and one touchdown and reeled in four of five targets for 47 yards.

This past Sunday, Joshua Kelley, who served as the primary back, rushed the ball 13 times for 39 yards. While it was an underwhelming performance on the stat sheet, the Titans have a stiff defense against the run.

Still, not having Ekeler, the do-it-all back for an extended period of time, would be a huge blow to the offense.

As for Kendricks, Kenneth Murray would resume the role as the defensive play-caller in his absence.

Chargers RB Austin Ekeler dealing with ankle injury

Austin Ekeler’s status for this week is unclear.

The Chargers could possibly be without their star running back this Sunday when they face the Titans.

According to head coach Brandon Staley, Austin Ekeler is dealing with an ankle injury and his status for practice this week is “to be determined.”

Ekeler suffered the injury during the Week 1 loss to the Dolphins.

In the contest against Miami, Ekeler finished with 16 carries for 117 yards and one touchdown and reeled in four of five targets for 47 yards

If Ekeler ends up limited or out this weekend, Joshua Kelley would be in line for the majority of the touches, with Isaiah Spiller complementing him and Elijah Dotson serving as the backup.

Chargers ‘hopeful’ RB Austin Ekeler can play vs. Patriots

Chargers RB Austin Ekeler did not practice for the second straight day.

Chargers running back Austin Ekeler was a surprise addition to the injury report on Thursday.

Dealing with a hip injury, Ekeler did not practice for the second consecutive day and is now questionable for this weekend’s contest against the Patriots.

Following Friday’s practice, head coach Brandon Staley said Ekeler felt sore after Wednesday’s session, which led to the decision of holding him out, adding that he is “hopeful” that the 26-year old can play.

With there not an established back behind Ekeler, not having him on the field would be a considerable loss. Ekeler has 73 of the team’s 139 carries, averaging almost 5 yards per carry, and has four rushing touchdowns.

In other injury-related news, it remains to be seen if defensive tackle Justin Jones will be activated off the injured reserve. Staley said Jones looked good in practice.

Chargers injury update: RB Austin Ekeler misses Thursday practice

The Chargers had a surprise addition to the injury report.

The Chargers appeared to be heading into the Week 8 bout against the Patriots with a relatively healthy squad.

However, there’s a possibility that the team could be with a key player who’s either banged up or not available altogether this weekend.

Running back Austin Ekeler was added to the injury report with a hip issue and did not practice as a result.

The severity of the injury remains to be seen and it will be closely monitored leading up into the contest.

This comes a day after Ekeler commented on the state of the backfield, adding that someone needs to step up and establish themselves as the second back.

If Ekeler is limited or ruled out, Justin Jackson, Joshua Kelley and rookie Larry Rountree will all have more opportunities to make their cases.

Checking in on status of Chargers RB Austin Ekeler following Thursday’s practice

Chargers running back Austin Ekeler is still dealing with a hamstring issue.

After missing practice on Wednesday, Chargers running back Austin Ekeler was a non-participant again today.

Ekeler, who is currently dealing with a hamstring issue, had his helmet and pads on but did not participate. Instead, he just watched from the side.

According to Pro Football Focus’ Doug Kyed, the team is optimistic Ekeler can play Week 1 barring any setbacks.

Ekeler had a hamstring injury that sidelined him for six games last season, which is why this is something that should be monitored closely leading up into the season opener.

If Ekeler isn’t able to go, Justin Jackson will be handed the keys as the lead back while Joshua Kelley and Larry Rountree compliment him.

Los Angeles will practice once more on Friday before flying out to Washington.