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Friday’s injury report for Chargers ahead of AFC West showdown with Raiders

Friday’s injury report for Chargers ahead of matchup with Raiders

The Chargers had their second practice ahead of Monday night’s division matchup with the Raiders.

There were seven players listed, with four limited players and three who participated in a full practice. Not one player worked on the side during the practice portion open to the media. 

Most notably, veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen was once again a limited participant with a sustained ankle injury; however, there’s been nothing to suggest that Allen’s status for the AFC West showdown is in danger. 

The other three limiteds listed on Friday’s injury report include: cornerback Chris Harris Jr., defensive lineman Justin Jones and long snapper Matt Overton. Head coach Brandon Staley expected Jones to return to practice fully yesterday, but he remains listed as a limited player. 

Edge defender Joey Bosa, who is dealing with a foot/ankle injury, fully participated in back-to-back practices. Safeties Alohi Gilman and Derwin James also practiced fully, an improvement from their status Thursday. 

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

Chargers injury report ahead of Monday’s matchup with Raiders

The Chargers had their first practice ahead of Monday’s matchup with the Raiders on Thursday. 

Here’s a look at today’s injury report: 

All players practiced for the Bolts Thursday with some notable returning players. 

Defensive lineman Justin Jones, who is dealing with a calf injury, and cornerback Chris Harris Jr., who is dealing with a shoulder injury, were both back at practice. Jones and Harris participated in the individual drills throughout the portion of practice available to the media. 

“I’m optimistic about J.J.,” head coach Brandon Staley said. “Both of those guys, J.J and Chris were in the walk-through today. I think that we’re going to get J.J. back full in practice today and Chris is trending positive.” 

Safety Derwin James sustained multiple injuries last Sunday against the Chiefs, but is expected to return this week against the Raiders, according to Staley. 

“He’s got good strength and range of motion so it’s nothing that we’re concerned about,” Staley said. 

Edge defender Joey Bosa fully participated in practice; however, all five other players listed on the injury report were limited including veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen who is dealing with an ankle injury. 

Cornerback Ryan Smith, who sustained an injury related to his core muscle has returned to practice. The Chargers now have 21 days to either activate Smith or leave him on the IR for the rest of the season.   

Quarterback Justin Herbert was listed on the injury report earlier this week with an apparent hand injury, but according to Staley, it is a non-issue. 

Offensive tackle Bryan Bulaga had a successful procedure done on his back, according to Brandon Staley. 

“He’s been, number one, a great resource for the guys,” Staley said. “Just having him around is such an advantage.”