ISAIAH SPILLER NEWS

Let go from Bolts' practice squad The Chargers cut Spiller from the practice squad Friday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Spiller was added to the Chargers' practice squad Wednesday after he was unable to make the 53-man roster at the end of training camp. The 2022 fourth-round pick will now look to catch on with a team in need of backfield depth. Spiller had 37 carries for 96 yards and six catches for 34 yards across nine regular-season games for the Chargers in 2023.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Signed to Bolts' taxi squad Spiller signed with the Chargers' practice squad Wednesday.

Impact Spiller was the odd-man out as the Chargers opted for Kimani Vidal and Jaret Patterson on the 53-man roster as the depth running backs behind Gus Edwards and J.K. Dobbins. Rather than keep Spiller as the fifth running back, the Chargers instead claimed Hassan Haskins off waivers after he was let go by the Titans on Tuesday. Spiller will stick around with the Bolts on the practice squad, and the 2022 fourth-round pick should be a top candidate to be elevated for game day if any of the five running backs on the active roster were to miss time.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Let go by Chargers The Chargers are slated to waive Spiller, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact The 2022 fourth-rounder had been in contention with Kimani Vidal, Jaret Patterson and Elijah Dotson for a depth role in the backfield behind Gus Edwards and J.K. Dobbins, but Spiller is the odd man out ahead of Week 1. Once this week's cut-down dust settles, Spiller should either find his way on to another team's roster or end up with a practice squad slot.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Let go by Chargers The Chargers are slated to waive Spiller, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Spiller had been in contention (along with Kimani Vidal, Jaret Patterson and Elijah Dotson) for a depth role behind Gus Edwards and J.K. Dobbins, but the 2022 fourth-rounder is the odd man out in the team's RB corps ahead of Week 1. Once this week's cut-down dust settles, Spiller should either find his way on to another team's roster or end up with a practice squad slot.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers News: Is Isaiah Spiller's Time with the Chargers Coming to an End? Isaiah Spiller’s future with the Chargers appears uncertain as roster cuts loom before Week 1.

AUGUST 25 • SACBEE.COM

Competing for No. 3 RB role Spiller is slated to compete with rookie sixth-round pick Kimani Vidal for the No. 3 running back job behind Gus Edwards (undisclosed) and J.K. Dobbins (Achilles) during training c...

Impact Spiller, a 2022 fourth-round pick, is averaging just 2.5 yards per carry across 55 rush attempts across two seasons in the NFL, so he'll likely need to take a big step forward this offseason in order to earn a notable backfield role. Neither of Edwards or Dobbins are a lock to stay healthy and play a full 17-game slate this season, though the former did accomplish that in 2023 with Baltimore, making the Chargers' third running back spot a position that could eventually hold fantasy value. Plus, new offensive coordinator Greg Roman figures to install a run-heavy scheme, and potentially one that could suit Spiller's elusiveness. However, Vidal boasts similar bulk and notably superior speed to Spiller.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Does little in loss Spiller lost a yard on his lone carry and caught both of his targets for 10 yards in the 16-9 loss to the Broncos on Sunday.

Impact The Chargers struggled to get anything going on the ground as they averaged just 86 rushing yards on 24 carries across seven different ballcarriers. Spiller appears to have displaced Joshua Kelley as the team's No. 2 back behind Austin Ekeler considering Spiller played 12 snaps to Kelley's six, but the increase in playing time hasn't yielded much production for the 2022 fourth-round pick.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Back to lackluster workload Spiller tallied two carries for one yard and also caught his lone target for four yards in Saturday's 24-22 loss to the Bills.

Impact It wasn't clear if Spiller had overtaken nominal starting running back Austin Ekeler in last Thursday's blowout loss to the Raiders, or if the dramatic upswing in playing time was due to the lopsided nature of the game. Saturday's outing seemed to confirm the second-year back is simply a change-of-pace option moving forward as he played just 17 offensive snaps, far fewer than Ekeler's 45. With the Chargers officially out of playoff contention, they could cede more playing to the 2022 fourth-round pick, but it's hard to imagine Spiller carving out a significant enough role to warrant fantasy consideration.

DECEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four touches in win Spiller rushed three times for three yards while securing his lone target for five yards in Sunday's 30-13 win

Impact Spiller played just eight of the Chargers 69 offensive snaps Sunday, operating as the team's No. 3 running back behind Austin Ekeler and Joshua Kelley. With such limited usage, Spiller will remain far off the fantasy radar when the Chargers visit the Jets in Week 9.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four touches in win Spiller rushed three times for three yards while securing his lone target for five yards in Sunday's 30-13 win over the Bears.

Impact Spiller played just eight of the Chargers 69 offensive snaps Sunday, operating as the team's No. 3 running back behind Austin Ekeler and Joshua Kelley. With such limited usage, Spiller will remain far off the fantasy radar when the Chargers visit the Jets in Week 9.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hardly plays in loss Spiller carried the ball once for two yards in the 20-17 loss to the Cowboys on Monday.

Impact Spiller's lone touch came in the first half as the Chargers predictably shifted back to using Austin Ekeler, now healthy, as the primary option out of the backfield. Joshua Kelley returned to his usual role as the team's backup, meaning Spiller, who saw three total offensive snaps Monday, is essentially out of the fantasy picture.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

How Joshua Kelley & Isaiah Spiller Are Pushing Each Other for Playing Time "This room, in a way, we're really under looked in there. I feel like we have some guys. This year, we have to show it, though. We can talk...

AUGUST 22, 2023 • CHARGERS.COM

Isaiah Spiller on Running Back Room Depth Running back Isaiah Spiller meets with the media to discuss the first two preseason games, Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore's offense, and...

AUGUST 22, 2023 • CHARGERS.COM

Chargers Weekly: RB Isaiah Spiller, WR Derius Davis Look Ahead to Preseason Opener vs. Rams The official source for Los Angeles Chargers news, schedules, stats, scores, tickets and more.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • CHARGERS.COM

Disappointing rookie season Spiller finished the 2022-23 season with just 41 yards on 18 carries and caught all three of his targets for 13 yards.

Impact Spiller appeared in just six games during his rookie season, as he was the odd-man out in the Chargers' backfield. The rookie running back was unable to carve himself a consistent role on offense and was repeatedly a healthy scratch. With Sony Michel now gone, Spiller will look to live up to his status as a fourth-round pick and will compete with Joshua Kelley for a more prominent role next season.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive versus Rams Spiller (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Rams.

Impact With Spiller the odd man out Sunday, Austin Ekeler, Joshua Kelley and Larry Rountree are in line to handle Chargers' backfield duties in Week 17.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active but absent Spiller was active for Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Raiders, but did not record a snap.

Impact Austin Ekeler and Joshua Kelley wound up as the only two running backs to take a snap in Sunday's loss. At this point, it's obvious the rookie's role has completely evaporated with the return of Kelley, and that's unlikely to change with the Chargers still in playoff contention.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Role diminished in win Spiller carried the ball two times for three yards while catching his only target for two yards Sunday in the 25-24 win against the Cardinals.

Impact Spiller saw his usage drop compared to the past three weeks, as he was outplayed by Joshua Kelley who made his return to action after missing four games with a sprained MCL. Kelley seemed to reestablish himself as the primary backup behind Austin Ekeler, playing 14 snaps compared to just eight snaps from the rookie running back. Even with a favorable matchup against the Raiders next week, Spiller doesn't have much fantasy value save for the deepest of leagues.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains primary backup Spiller tallied four carries for 11 yards and also caught both of his targets for an additional 11 yards in Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Chiefs.

Impact Sunday marked the biggest disparity in the platoon backup RB position as Spiller out-snapped Sony Michel 16-5, easily outgaining the veteran for the third straight game. The rookie hasn't done a whole lot with the extra opportunities, but it's likely he'll still be a factor when Joshua Kelley (knee) eventually returns off injured reserve.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Homecoming: Isaiah Spiller On this episode of Homecoming, RB Isaiah Spiller returns to his alma matter, Texas A&M. Join Isaiah, his father Fred, and host Hayley Elwood...

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • CHARGERS.COM

Does almost nothing in loss Spiller carried the ball four times for three yards in Sunday's 22-16 loss to the 49ers.

Impact Spiller once again out-snapped veteran Sony Michel, but neither back was able to do much in their limited opportunities. Nominal No. 2 back Joshua Kelley (knee) is expected to return in the coming weeks, which could relegate Spiller further down the depth chart. The rookie has a combined 12 carries for 27 yards over the last three games in Kelley's absence.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Isaiah Spiller Making Progress in 1st NFL Season “I’ve been working, so just glad I can really contribute to the team. I’m healthy now, so just ready to go.”

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • CHARGERS.COM

Just seven carries in win Spiller carried the ball seven times for 29 yards in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Falcons.

Impact With the Chargers missing both of their top pass catchers, the team resorted to a bit of an unorthodox offense that saw Justin Herbert attempt a plethora of passes while Austin Ekeler still accounted for his usual 20 to 25 touches. That meant Spiller saw a bit less work than the platooned backup role tends to get, but it is notable the rookie out-snapped the veteran Sony Michel. It appears as if Spiller has officially replaced Michel as the No. 2 back, but it's worth noting nominal backup Joshua Kelley (knee) is eligible to return off injured reserve in two weeks.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Does nothing in first game Spiller lost five yards in his only carry of Sunday's 37-23 blowout loss to the Seahawks.

Impact The rookie made his NFL debut Sunday with Joshua Kelley (knee) set to miss at least four games, but the Chargers fell behind by three scores in the first quarter, which limited any opportunities for the likes of Spiller or Sony Michel. The rookie does have draft pedigree relative to Michel and also profiles as a better receiving target out of the backfield, but given the 21-year-old's much-maligned preseason and subsequent multiple healthy scratches to begin the 2022 campaign, it's clear Spiller will need to earn his way into a more prominent role.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pro debut imminent Coach Brandon Staley said Friday that Spiller is slated to be active Sunday versus the Seahawks, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact The development comes on the heels of primary reserve running back Joshua Kelley sustaining an MCL sprain Monday against the Broncos. With Kelley out this weekend and potentially beyond, Spiller is destined to make his NFL debut Sunday, though starter Austin Ekeler and veteran Sony Michel likely will handle most of the backfield reps. If Spiller sees the field, the 6-foot-1, 215-pounder could get work as both a runner and pass catcher.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE