GUS EDWARDS NEWS

Quiet game on seven carries Edwards rushed seven times for 22 yards and was not targeted as a receiver in Saturday's 32-12 wild-card round loss to the Texans.

Impact Edwards teamed up with co-starter J.K. Dobbins (ankle) to overcome ankle issues in order to start Saturday's disappointing playoff loss to Houston. Neither tailback could generate any running room when the game was close, resulting in the longtime teammates being phased out of the second-half game plan as the Chargers began desperately throwing from behind. Dobbins finished the season as the club's top producer and preferred fantasy option while Edwards logged a career-worst 3.6 YPC in 11 active contests. The former is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent this upcoming offseason while the latter still has one season remaining on the two-year contract signed in 2024.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Active along with Dobbins Both Edwards (ankle) and J.K. Dobbins (ankle) are listed as active for Saturday's wild-card contest at Houston, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Impact The running backs were limited participants on the first two practice reports of the week due to ankle issues, and while Dobbins remained that way Thursday and was listed as questionable heading into the weekend, Edwards was a full participant to cap the week and avoided a designation for the Chargers' postseason opener. With Dobbins now confirmed to be available as well Saturday, the team's top two options are the position likely will split the RB reps between them, while Hassan Haskins is on hand for any work that lingers.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for wild-card round Edwards (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Saturday's wild-card game at Houston.

Impact Edwards missed the Chargers' final two games of the regular season with the ankle injury, but he's been cleared for the postseason opener after turning in a full practice Thursday following a pair of limited sessions Tuesday and Wednesday. Meanwhile, top back J.K. Dobbins (ankle) -- who was a limited practice participant throughout the week -- carries a questionable tag into Saturday's contest. If Dobbins ends up sitting out the wild-card contest or is available only in a limited capacity, Edwards would presumably lead the Chargers' ground attack, while Hassan Haskins and Kimani Vidal would be on hand as change-of-pace options. The Chargers could also choose to elevate Ezekiel Elliott or Jaret Patterson from the practice squad if there's any concern about Dobbins' availability.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Can Jim Harbaugh save the Chargers from their miserable playoff history?

The Chargers have the worst playoff record of all 14 teams in the postseason. Can Jim Harbaugh change that in his first year at the helm?

3 DAYS AGO

Logs another limited practice Edwards (ankle) remained limited at practice Wednesday.

Impact Edwards, who missed the Chargers' last two regular-season games, thus has one more chance to practice fully ahead of Saturday's wild-card contest against the Texans. Meanwhile, fellow running back J.K. Dobbins (ankle) also logged his second consecutive limited session, which sets the stage for Thursday's final injury report to reveal key context with regard to the composition of the Los Angeles backfield this weekend. If either Edwards or Dobbins are limited or out versus Houston, added snaps would be available for Hassan Haskins and Kimani Vidal, with Ezekiel Elliott and Jaret Patterson being potential practice squad elevations.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Tuesday Edwards (ankle) was listed as a limited participant in Tuesday's practice.

Impact Both of Los Angeles' top two running backs operated with some limitations to begin the week of practice, as J.K. Dobbins (ankle) also had his reps capped. Given that Edwards missed the final two games of the regular season, he may need to upgrade to full participation in practice by Thursday in order to gain clearance for Saturday's wild-card game against Houston. Assuming Dobbins is healthy enough to handle his usual lead role, the Chargers would have Hassan Haskins, Kimani Vidal and new practice-squad addition Ezekiel Elliott as potential depth options Saturday in the event Edwards can't play.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ezekiel Elliott on the field for the Chargers after being signed to the practice squad

Ezekiel Elliott was on the practice field for the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday, after the veteran running back was signed to the practice squad

5 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chargers will sign RB Ezekiel Elliott to practice squad for playoff run

After he requested his release from the Cowboys, Ezekiel Elliott will now join the Los Angeles Chargers ahead of the wild-card round of the...

6 DAYS AGO

Chargers plan to sign Ezekiel Elliott to practice squad after his release by Cowboys

The Los Angeles Chargers are planning to sign running back Ezekiel Elliott to their practice squad pending a physical

6 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

The Chargers are hitting their stride on offense going into the playoffs

The Los Angeles Chargers' offense is finally hitting its stride at the most important part of the season

6 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Justin Herbert and Chargers secure AFC's No. 5 seed with 34-20 win over Raiders

Justin Herbert passed for 346 yards and two touchdowns, and the Los Angeles Chargers secured the fifth seed in the AFC playoffs with a 34-20 victory Sunday over the Las Vegas Raide...

JANUARY 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gus Edwards injury update and status vs. the Raiders in Week 18 | Jan. 5, 2024 After finding the end zone two times on the ground and rushing for 68 yards on 14 carries in his most recent game, Gus Edwards and the Los A...

JANUARY 4 • USATODAY.COM

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 reserve

JANUARY 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chargers' defense looks to finish turnaround season by allowing the fewest points in the NFL

Jesse Minter’s turnaround of the Los Angeles Chargers’ defense has the unit on the verge of something the franchise hasn’t done in 61 seasons — allowing the fewest points in the le...

JANUARY 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play Sunday Edwards (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's regular season finale against the Raiders.

Impact Edwards, who was unable to practice this week, will thus target a potential return to action when the Chargers commence their playoff run next weekend. In his absence versus Las Vegas, J.K. Dobbins is in line to lead the team's backfield, with Hassan Haskins and Kimani Vidal available to mix in.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Still not practicing Edwards (ankle) wasn't spotted at practice Thursday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact Edwards, who was inactive for the Chargers' Week 17 win over the Patriots, also didn't practice Wednesday, so he'll probably need to work fully Friday in order to approach Sunday's game against the Raiders without an injury designation. Even if Edwards is available this weekend, his Week 18 fantasy upside would be modest, given that J.K. Dobbins has reclaimed his role as Los Angeles' lead back.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return to practice Edwards (ankle) isn't practicing Wednesday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact Edwards missed the Chargers' final two practices last week due to the ankle issue and didn't end up playing Saturday versus the Patriots. It's not clear how serious the injury is, but the veteran running back will likely need to practice in some capacity by the end of this week in order to have a realistic chance of suiting up Sunday versus Las Vegas. Edwards' absence last weekend was soothed by the return of J.K. Dobbins, who was activated off IR and reclaimed his role as Los Angeles' No. 1 running back.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Gus Edwards injury update: Latest news on Chargers RB for Week 18 Gus Edwards injury updates before Chargers vs. Raiders in Week 18.

JANUARY 1 • SI.COM

Jim Harbaugh and Chargers focused on accomplishing more after wrapping up playoff berth

Jim Harbaugh, Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers are heading to the playoffs and focusing on what's next

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gus Edwards, Denzel Perryman injuries headline Chargers inactives The Chargers have some big names on the inactives list before Week 17 vs. Patriots

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • SI.COM

Chargers focused on avoiding a letdown and not a potential playoff berth in matchup with Patriots

If Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has given any thought to the possibility of clinching a playoff berth with a win at New England this week, he isn’t letting it show

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chargers rule out RB Gus Edwards (ankle) vs. Patriots Los Angeles Chargers running back Gus Edwards was ruled out for Saturday’s road game against the New England Patriots with an ankle injury.F...

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Chargers Rule Out Gus Edwards Well Ahead of Playoff Decider vs Patriots The Los Angeles Chargers ruled out running back Gus Edwards for Saturday’s game against the New England Patriots.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Won't play Week 17 The Chargers have ruled Edwards (ankle) out for Saturday's game against the Patriots.

Impact Though Edwards was listed as a limited participant in both of the Chargers' first two Week 17 practices, he didn't display enough progress in his recovery from the ankle injury for the team to feel comfortable clearing him for Saturday's contest. His absence currently leaves Kimani Vidal and Hassan Haskins as the lone healthy options at running back on the active roster, though J.K. Dobbins (knee) -- who is listed as questionable -- could be activated from injured reserve ahead of Saturday's game and settle back in as Los Angeles' lead option out of the backfield.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Estimated as limited Wednesday Edwards (ankle) was listed as limited on Wednesday's practice estimate.

Impact Edwards, who was also listed as limited Tuesday, has one more chance to practice fully ahead of Saturday's game against the Patriots. The same applies to fellow running back J.K. Dobbins (knee/IR), whose 21-day practice window opened Monday. Added context regarding the composition of the Chargers' Week 17 backfield is thus set to arrive after Thursday's practice.

DECEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE