Analysis: Running backs proved their value in Week 1
Paying running backs paid off in Week 1 for teams across the NFLSEPTEMBER 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Injuries to Bosa, Gilman, could pose challenges for defensive depth of Chargers
Jesse Minter has made one thing clear in his first season as the Los Angeles Chargers' defensive coordinator — the more players that can get snaps, the better it will be for his un...SEPTEMBER 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Las Vegas, Baltimore meet in Week 2 with Ravens QB Jackson, Raiders DE Crosby set to match up
The Baltimore Ravens and Las Vegas Raiders are looking to bounce back from Week 1 defeatsSEPTEMBER 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Alohi Gilman - Doesn't practice Thursday Gilman (knee) did not participate in Thursday's practice session.
Impact Gilman has now logged back-to-back DNP's to start the week, and he is in jeopardy of missing Sunday's game against the Panthers unless he's able to practice in some capacity Friday. The 2020 sixth-round pick recorded four tackles (three solo) and played 68 snaps (58 on defense, 10 on special teams) in the Chargers' Week 1 win over the Raiders.
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Joey Bosa - Downgrades to DNP Bosa (back) did not practice Thursday.
Impact Bosa opened the week as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, but it appears his back injury is severe enough for him to miss Thursday's session. The downgrade in participation doesn't bode well for Bosa's chances of playing in Week 2 against the Panthers, but he has one more chance to see the field Friday.
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Joshua Palmer - Remains limited at practice Palmer (knee) remained limited at practice Thursday.
Impact Palmer was also limited Wednesday, but so far there's nothing to suggest that he's is much danger of missing Sunday's game against the Panthers. That said, the wideout will presumably need to practice fully Friday in order to avoid a Week 2 injury designation.
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2024 NFL Week 2 odds, predictions, picks: Back Broncos, Colts to cover
NFL Week 2 is here! Find out why Geoff Schwartz is fading the Steelers and why he's backing public favorite Indianapolis to cover — and win...SEPTEMBER 12
Chargers look to carry over momentum from Week 1 vs. Panthers, who are reeling from 37-point defeat
Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers are looking build on the momentum of a solid Week 1 win, while embattled second-year quarterback Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers t...SEPTEMBER 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Raiders need to improve run defense as they prepare for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens
The hints were there in preseason games that the Raiders might struggle to defend the runSEPTEMBER 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Panthers vs. Chargers Injury Report – Week 2, 2024
See who's in and who's out for the Week 2 matchup between the Los Angeles Chargers and Carolina Panthers on September 15, 2024.SEPTEMBER 11 • DATA SKRIVE
Hassan Haskins - Pops up with toe injury Haskins (toe) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Impact Haskins logged 19 special-teams snaps during the Chargers' Week 1 win, but he now appears to be dealing with a toe injury. If the third-year running back from Michigan has to miss time due to this issue, expect Kimani Vidal to work as Los Angeles' third-string running back.
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Joshua Palmer - Logs limited practice Palmer (knee) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Impact Palmer was listed on the Chargers' Week 1 injury report as a full participant both Thursday and Friday, but this time around he was listed as limited as he continues to manage a knee issue. In this past Sunday's 22-10 win over the Raiders, Palmer logged an 81 percent snap share alongside Ladd McConkey (67 percent) and Quentin Johnston (67 percent) while catching two of his four targets for 15 yards.
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Ja'Sir Taylor - 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.
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Joey Bosa - Dealing with back issue Bosa (back) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Impact Bosa appears to be dealing with another injury after playing well in the Chargers' regular-season opener, as he was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a back issue. The 29-year-old's practice participation Thursday and Friday will provide more clarity on whether he'll be able to suit up in Week 2.
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Alohi Gilman - Pops up on injury report Gilman (knee) did not participate in Wednesday's practice session.
Impact Gilman played 58 of the Chargers' 60 snaps during Sunday's 22-10 win over the Raiders, finishing with four tackles (three solo). He appears to have tweaked his knee during the contest, and the 2020 sixth-round pick's practice participation Thursday and Friday will his availability for Week 2 against the Panthers.
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Tarheeb Still - Practices in full Still (hip) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
Impact The 22-year-old rookie out of Maryland was unable to suit up for the Chargers' regular-season opener due to a hip injury, but it now appears he's moved past the issue. Expect Still to serve as a depth piece in Los Angeles' secondary ahead of his potential NFL debut against the Panthers in Week 2.
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Cameron Dicker - Productive in win Dicker connected on all three field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try in Sunday's 22-10 win over the Raiders.
Impact Dicker was the Chargers' only source of points through three quarters, hitting field goals from 53, 25 and 24 yards out, one in each quarter. The Texas products PAT would come on a J.K. Dobbins touchdown to start the fourth quarter that gave LA the lead for good.
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Hayden Hurst - Targeted three times in Week 1 Hurst reeled in two of his three targets for 33 yards in Sunday's 22-10 win over the Raiders.
Impact It appeared Hurst was the preferred pass-catching option at tight end in Week 1, as the veteran led all Chargers tight ends with three targets and a 61 percent offensive snap share. Though it was an underwhelming performance for Hurst, his usage should provide some optimism about his role in Los Angeles. The 31-year-old will look to take a step forward in the Chargers' offense in a Week 2 matchup against Carolina.
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Will Dissly - One catch in win Dissly caught his lone target for 13 yards in Sunday's 22-10 win over the Raiders.
Impact Dissly operated as the Chargers' second tight end in the contest, playing 25 of 57 offensive snaps Sunday. Teammate Hayden Hurst, however, was more involved in the game plan, as he played 35 snaps and saw three targets from quarterback Justin Herbert. If this type of usage were to continue, it would be difficult to trust Dissly to produce consistently for fantasy purposes. The veteran will have his next opportunity to be more involved in a Week 2 matchup against the Panthers.
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Derius Davis - Two touches against Las Vegas Davis rushed the ball twice for nine yards in Sunday's 22-10 win over the Raiders.
Impact Davis failed to record a single target in the contest and played just seven of the Chargers' 57 offensive snaps. Buried on the wide receiver depth chart, Davis will likely struggle to see ample opportunities on a consistent basis. Nonetheless, Davis will have another opportunity to step forward in the offense when the Chargers visit the Panthers in Week 2.
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Hassan Haskins - Not involved in win Haskins failed to record an offensive snap in Sunday's 22-10 win over the Chargers.
Impact Haskins was not involved in the offensive game plan Sunday, instead working on special teams for 19 snaps. Fellow running backs Gus Edwards and J.K. Dobbins were the primary options out of the backfield, with Dobbins separating himself as the more efficient option. Haskins will likely find it difficult to see much playing time on offense, especially as rookie Kimani Vidal develops this season. Haskins should remain far off the fantasy radar when the Chargers visit the Panthers in Week 2.
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NFL averaged 21 million viewers per game for opening week, its highest on record
The NFL averaged 21.0 million viewers per game during the league’s opening week, making it the most-watched Week 1 on recordSEPTEMBER 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Herd Hierarchy: Chiefs stay No. 1; Cowboys, Chargers climb ahead of Week 2
Colin Cowherd unveils his top 10 teams heading into Week 2, with some serious competition for the No. 2 spot behind the Kansas City Chiefs.SEPTEMBER 11
QB Stock Market Week 2: Is Baker Mayfield actually good?
Joe Burrow, Justin Fields, Anthony Richardson and Deshaun Watson are among those spotlighted in our new weekly series ranking every NFL star...SEPTEMBER 10
