Chargers active safety Alohi Gilman off injured reserve for their game at Las Vegas
The Los Angeles Chargers have activated safety Alohi Gilman off injured reserveJANUARY 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
ELIJAH MOLDEN #22 - CORNERBACK - LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
72 TCKL •
3 INT •
0 SCK
72 TCKL
3 INT
0 SCK
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Moved to IR Molden (shin) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday.
Impact Molden fractured his fibula in last Saturday's win against New England. Though he'd technically be eligible to return if the Chargers make the Super Bowl, head coach Jim Harbaugh has already stated that the fourth-year safety will not play again this season, per Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site. Tony Jefferson is a candidate to step into a starting role in Molden's place, though that job could ultimately go to Alohi Gilman (hamstring), who was designated to return from IR on Wednesday.
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Season-ending injury confirmed Molden will not play again this season after suffering a broken fibula in the Chargers' win over the Patriots on Saturday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
Impact Molden's 2024 campaign will come to an early end, with the Washington product recording career highs across the board, with 75 combined tackles and seven passes defended, including three interceptions in 15 games. The Chargers will now likely turn to Eddie Jackson, who recently joined the team after being released by the Ravens in November.
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Suffers broken fibula Saturday Molden broke the fibula in his left leg during the Chargers' 40-7 win over the Patriots on Saturday, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports.
Impact Molden was carted off late in the third quarter of Saturday's game after suffering a non-contact injury to his left leg. Initial tests have revealed that he suffered a broken fibula, and if further tests confirm the diagnosis he will be sidelined for the rest of the 2024 campaign. Molden will end the regular season with 75 tackles (43 solo), seven pass defenses (including three interceptions) and two fumble recoveries across 15 games. Eddie Jackson will likely start at free safety in the Chargers' regular-season finale against the Raiders due to Molden's injury.
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Suffers non-contact injury Saturday Molden (shin) is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Patriots.
Impact Molden suffered a non-contact injury to his left leg late in the third quarter of Saturday's game. While he's listed as questionable, it doesn't appear likely that he'll return to the contest given that he was carted off the field, coupled with the Chargers' large lead in the fourth quarter. Eddie Jackson will take over at free safety while Molden in sidelined.
DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Gets green light Molden (knee) is available for Saturday's matchup with the Patriots.
Impact Molden will return from a one-game absence due to a knee injury. Barring any setbacks with his knee, the he figures to take on his usual responsibilities at free safety. Eddie Jackson would presumably be next in line if needed.
DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Questionbale to play New England Molden (knee) was listed as a limited participant on Thursday's injury report and is questionable for Saturday's game against the Patriots.
Impact Molden was unable to play in the Chargers' Week 16 win over the Broncos due to a knee injury. He was listed as a limited practice participant all week, and his official status for Saturday's game may not be known until the Chargers announce their list of inactive players approximately 90 minutes before the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. With Marcus Maye (ankle) played on injured reserve, Tony Jefferson would be slated to start at free safety alongside strong safety Derwin James if Molden is not cleared to play.
DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for TNF Molden (knee) is inactive for Thursday night's game against the Broncos.
Impact Molden wasn't expected to play Thursday due to a knee injury he likely suffered against the Buccaneers this past Sunday. The 2021 third-round pick will look to take advantage of the additional rest and be ready to go for the Chargers' Week 17 clash against the Patriots on Saturday, Dec. 28. Tony Jefferson and Marcus Maye are the top candidates to serve as the Chargers' starting free safety Thursday due to Molden's absence.
DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for TNF Molden (knee) didn't participate in Wednesday's walkthrough and is listed as doubtful to play against the Broncos on Thursday.
Impact Molden has been absent from practice all week due to a knee injury he likely picked up during this past Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers. Assuming Molden is ruled out for Thursday's AFC West clash, Marcus Maye and Tony Jefferson would be the top candidates to start at free safety alongside strong safety Derwin James.
DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for TNF Molden (knee) didn't participate in Wednesday's walkthrough and is listed as doubtful to play against the Broncos on Thursday.
Impact Molden has been absent from practice all week due to a knee injury he likely picked up during this past Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers. Assuming Molden is ruled out for Thursday's AFC West clash, Marcus Maye and Tony Jefferson would be the top candidates to start at free safety alongside strong safety Derwin James.
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Sits out practice Molden (knee) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimate.
Impact Molden may have picked up a knee injury during Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers. It's worth noting the Chargers only held a walkthrough Monday, so the Washington product's participation level is only an estimate. A clearer picture of his status for Thursday's game against the Broncos will likely come closer to their Week 16 kickoff.
DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Elijah Molden Scoops up Rachaad White's Fumble on Third-And-1 Cornerback Elijah Molden recovers the fumble by Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White on third-and-1.
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Past back issue Molden (back) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs.
Impact Molden upgraded to full practice Friday after beginning the week with consecutive limited sessions, indicating that he's recovered from his back injury. The Washington product has recorded 56 total tackles and three interceptions through the Chargers' first 12 games, and he's expected to start alongside Derwin James as part of the team's top safety duo in Week 14.
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Limited practice Thursday Molden (back) was a limited participant at the Chargers' practice Thursday.
Impact Molden has opened the week with back-to-back limited sessions with Los Angeles, placing some doubt on his availability for Week 14. The 25-year-old will have one more opportunity to be a full participant Friday before the Chargers take on Kansas City on Sunday.
DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Records eight stops Sunday Molden racked up eight tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 27-17 Week 10 win against Tennessee.
Impact Molden finished second on the Chargers in tackles behind linebacker Daiyan Henley. Molden's eight stops tied his season-high mark, which he first established in Week 4 against Kansas City. The defensive back has played at least 85 percent of the Chargers' defensive snaps each of the past three weeks and has tallied 19 tackles and an interception over that span.
NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
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