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3 Chargers Pro Bowl starters injured in loss to Steelers including QB Justin Herbert

Bigger than the loss to the Steelers could be the loss of three key Chargers players.

Sometimes you just have to feel for an organization. Even from the perspective of a rival. I mean, come on, all teams and fans want their team to win and their rivals to lose. But not because of injuries. And every year it seems like the Chargers get snakebit by injuries.

After being relatively healthy the first couple games this season, including a season opening win over the Raiders, in one game the Chargers saw several key Pro Bowl starters leave the game and not return, with their status for the rest of the season in doubt.

First and foremost, Justin Herbert left the game in the third quarter. He was seen limping badly on the sideline.

The Chargers also lost Pro Bowl left tackle Rashawn Slater to injury along with top pick rookie right tackle Joe Alt. And late in the game lost Pro Bowl edge rusher Joey Bosa as well.

It was a 10-10. tie when they were all out of the game. After which the Steelers pulled away to win it 20-10.

Just brutal to see great players go out like this. Especially all in one game.

Chargers’ Joey Bosa ruled out for remainder of game

The Chargers will have to defend Justin Fields and the Steelers without Joey Bosa in the second half.

Bosa has been ruled out with a hip injury, which limited him in practice this week. The former Defensive Rookie of the Year reaggravated the injury on the first defensive play of the game while battling with Steelers right tackle Broderick Jones.

Bosa first popped up on the injury report last week with what was initially listed as a back issue, but played through it in limited fashion against the Panthers. The Chargers then updated the injury report to call it a hip injury for Bosa going into Week 3.

With Bosa out, the Chargers will rely on Tuli Tuipulotu and Bud Dupree opposite Khalil Mack, who has the only sack of Fields so far today. The Chargers and Steelers are currently tied at 10 in the third quarter.

If the injury lingers, Tre’Mon Morris-Brash is the only other option available for the Chargers off the practice squad. Chris Rumph II and Chris Collins are on season-ending injured reserve.

Chargers’ Joey Bosa carted off with foot injury

Joey Bosa is questionable to return with a foot injury.

Early in the first quarter, Bosa hopped off the field with the injury, sustained while defending an Aaron Jones run. He collapsed on the sideline and eventually was carted to the locker room.

The broadcast reported that Bosa was emotional on the bench before being carted off and that the medical staff did not evaluate him. That implies the injury is more severe than the questionable designation suggests.

With Bosa out, the Chargers will turn to Khalil Mack and Tuli Tuipulotu, with the recently signed Justin Hollins as the third edge rusher.

Chargers Thursday Week 7 injury report vs. Chiefs: Jaylinn Hawkins carted off practice field

One day after being claimed, safety Jaylinn Hawkins was carted off the practice field.

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

One day after being claimed, safety Jaylinn Hawkins was carted off the practice field. Hawkins’ status is unknown, but he was listed with an illness on the injury report.

Los Angeles opened the 21-day activation window for both wide receiver Jalen Guyton (knee) and defensive tackle Otito Ogbonnia (knee). They were in individual drills and were listed as limited.

After being listed as a non-participant in the estimated injury report, safety Alohi Gilman (heel) practiced in a limited capacity.

Edge defender Joey Bosa (toe) and safety Derwin James (ankle) were also limited participants.

Cornerback Deane Leonard (hamstring) and linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga (groin) did not practice.

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 Week 4 injury report: Thursday

The Chargers had five non-participants for the second straight day.

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

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

CB Deane Leonard — Hamstring — LP

OL Corey Linsley — Illness — DNP

EDGE Khalil Mack — NIR — DNP

LB Kenneth Murray — Groin — LP

OT Rashawn Slater — Ankle — LP

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

Derwin James and Alohi Gilman did not practice for the second consecutive day.

JT Woods and Raheem Layne are the only other safeties on the active roster. Dean Marlowe and AJ Finley would likely be called up from the practice squad.

Joey Bosa, Gerald Everett and Corey Linsley were also non-participants for the second straight day.

Austin Ekeler was a limited participant for the second day in a row.

After not participating on Wednesday, Kenneth Murray and Khalil Mack were back at practice.

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 WR Mike Williams questionable to return vs. Broncos

Perhaps the Chargers should’ve rested more starters.

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Perhaps the Chargers should’ve rested more starters.

With the Ravens’ loss to the Bengals, Los Angeles is locked into the five seed in the AFC playoffs. There’s nothing to play for against the Broncos except pride and momentum.

Even so, Brandon Staley elected to have most starters suit up and play. In the second quarter, that decision started to backfire. Joey Bosa limped off the field after appearing to reaggravate his surgically repaired groin. Then, Mike Williams limped off the field with a back injury and did not rejoin the offensive unit for their last drive of the first half. He is questionable to return.

It’s a potentially costly move for Staley and the Chargers, who are deadset on playing the Jaguars next week no matter what. Even after the injuries, starters Justin Herbert, Austin Ekeler, and Keenan Allen were still on the field to end the first half.