JA'SIR TAYLOR NEWS

Season over with move to IR The Chargers placed Taylor (ribs) on injured reserve Friday.

Impact Taylor is dealing with an injury to his ribs, and he won't be eligible to return to action this season regardless of how deep the Chargers go in the playoffs. The third-year cornerback began the campaign as a starter but saw his role fluctuate throughout the season, and he played exclusively on special teams Week 18 versus Las Vegas. Eli Apple (hamstring) was activated off IR on Friday to take Taylor's spot on the active roster and to potentially serve as cornerback depth in Saturday's wild-card game against Houston.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play against Houston Taylor (rib) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's AFC wild-card game against the Texans.

Impact Taylor registered an LP/DNP/LP practice log this week due to a rib injury, and it appears the 2022 sixth-round pick is unlikely to take the field Saturday. Tony Jefferson, Tarheeb Still and Deane Leonard would all be candidates to see more work on special teams and in the secondary if Taylor is unable to play.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Tennessee Taylor (lower leg) logged a full practice Friday and does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Titans.

Impact Taylor injured his fibula during the Chargers' Week 9 win over the Browns. He was unable to practice Wednesday, but he steadily increased his practice participation over the week and will be able to suit up for Sunday's game. Taylor has logged 14 tackles (10 solo), three pass breakups and one fumble recovery across six regular-season games.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Begins week with DNP Taylor (lower leg) didn't practice Wednesday.

Impact Taylor sustained an injury to his fibula in the Chargers' Week 9 win over the Browns, so missing Wednesday's practice comes as no surprise. The third-year pro is likely in jeopardy of missing his third game of the season in Week 10's matchup against the Titans if he's unable to practice in at least a limited fashion either Thursday or Friday.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Taylor is questionable return to Sunday's game verus the Browns due to a leg injury, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact Specifically, Taylor injured his fibula. In his absence, Elijah Molden figures to fill in at the slot cornerback position. The severity of Taylor's injury is unknown at this time.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go versus Arizona Taylor (leg) is active for Monday night's game against Arizona.

Impact After missing the previous two games, Taylor was able to practice on a limited basis all week and is ready to return. It's a boost to the Los Angeles secondary after Asante Samuel (shoulder) was placed on injured reserve last week.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Week 7 Taylor (leg) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact Taylor has missed the Chargers' last two games due to a leg injury, but he could return for Week 7 after being a limited participant in all three practices this week. Across the first three games of the regular season, Taylor accumulated 11 tackles (eight solo) and one fumble recovery. Cam Hart and Elijah Molden are the only healthy corners heading into Monday's game with both Taylor and Kristian Fulton (hamstring) listed as questionable while Deane Leonard (hamstring) has been ruled out.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited Friday Taylor (leg) was a limited participant in Friday's practice.

Impact Taylor has now logged back-to-back limited sessions to begin the Chargers' week of practice, which suggests he may be nearing a return to the field. The third-year pro has missed the Chargers' last two games due to this knee injury, and his participation in Saturday's practice will likely be the best indication of whether he can play in Monday night's matchup against the Cardinals.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out in Week 6 Taylor (leg) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Broncos.

Impact The Chargers' Week 5 bye gave Taylor additional time to recover after missing the team's Week 4 loss to the Chiefs with a leg injury. However, the third-year pro was still unable to practice all week and is now in line to miss his second consecutive game Sunday. Expect Cam Hart to see increased work in the Chargers' secondary in Taylor's stead.

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still working through leg injury Taylor (leg) did not participate in Wednesday's practice session.

Impact Even with the Chargers coming off a Week 5 bye, Taylor continues to be hampered by a fibula injury that sidelined him for Week 4 against the Chiefs. He has two more chances to practice this week ahead of Sunday's AFC West showdown against the Broncos.

OCTOBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Week 4 Taylor (leg) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Impact Taylor was limited during practice Wednesday and Thursday, but he was downgraded to a DNP on Friday and will miss his first game of the regular season. His next chance to suit up will be Week 6 against the Broncos on Oct. 13, as the Chargers have a Week 5 bye. Cam Hart is a candidate to slide into Taylor's spot as the nickel corner.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go vs. Pittsburgh Taylor (leg) is active for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Impact Taylor was given the questionable tag after logging limited sessions Thursday and Friday, and the 2022 sixth-round pick will suit up for Sunday's game. He's served as the Chargers' nickel corner through the first two games of the regular season, and over that span he's tallied eight tackles (six solo) and one fumble recovery.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 3 Taylor (leg) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Impact Taylor missed practice Wednesday but got in limited sessions Thursday and Friday. The Chargers' third corner, Taylor has recorded eight tackles (six solo) and one fumble recovery through two contests.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Can't practice Wednesday Taylor (fibula) did not practice Wednesday.

Impact Taylor managed to play through his leg injury during the Chargers' win over the Raiders in Week 2, in which he handled 81 percent of defensive snaps. His absence in practice Wednesday could be partially to facilitate rest, but the starting slot cornerback's participation level will need to be monitored. Los Angeles has two official practices remaining ahead Sunday's game against the Steelers.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

All clear to play Taylor (leg) is active Sunday against the Panthers.

Impact Taylor was sidelined Wednesday and Thursday, but he was able to log a limited practice Friday, paving the way for him to take the field in Week 2.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Taylor (leg) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Panthers.

Impact The Chargers' top slot corner practiced in a limited fashion Friday after logging DNPs on Wednesday and Thursday, and it now appears he has a chance to suit up in Week 2. If Taylor is forced to miss Sunday's affair, expect Cam Hart and Deane Leonard to see more work in the Chargers' secondary.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Does not practice Wednesday Taylor (leg) did not participate in Wednesday's practice session.

Impact Taylor finished Sunday's 22-10 win over the Raiders with three solo tackles and one fumble recovery while playing 51 snaps (45 on defense, six on special teams). He appears to have injured his fibula during that contest, but he will have two more chances to practice in some capacity Thursday and Friday.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs first career pick Taylor logged a pass deflection and an interception during the Chargers 30-13 win against the Bears on Sunday.

Impact Taylor didn't record a tackle during the team's win but managed to snag his first career interception. The 2022 sixth-round pick will look to build off this strong performance later this week versus the Jets.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs first career pick Taylor logged a pass deflection and an interception during the Chargers 30-13 win against the Bears on Sunday.

Impact Taylor didn't record a tackle during the team's win but managed to snag his first career interception. The 2022 sixth-round pick will look to build off this strong performance later this week versus the Jets.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inline for increased role Taylor will handle slot corner duties Sunday against the Dolphins, assuming Bryce Callahan (groin) does not play, Lindsey Thiry reports.

Impact Taylor's rookie season has been primarily spent on special teams, with just nine defensive snaps on the season on his stat sheet. Callahan is considered doubtful after being unable to practice Thursday or Friday, and it appears Taylor has earned the opportunity to be the next man up for the Chargers.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bolts to Los Angeles The Chargers selected Taylor in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, 214th overall.

Impact Taylor was a two-year starter at Wake Forest who played in Winston-Salem for five years thanks to the NCAA's blanket waiver for the 2020 season. He had six career interceptions and ran a kickoff back for a touchdown in 2021. Taylor ran a 4.46 in the 40 at his pro day and will likely make the roster through his special teams skill.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE