Calls grow for Chargers' Mike McDaniel to be fired after 0-5 start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 12:58 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
The Los Angeles Chargers remain winless in the 2026 NFL season after a 23-17 loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 5. Despite high expectations after last year’s 11-6 postseason, the team's offense has struggled significantly, ranking near the bottom in performance metrics. Fans are increasingly vocal about their dissatisfaction with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, questioning his play-calling effectiveness and calling for his immediate termination. With the Chargers facing a challenging schedule ahead, continuing the status quo may prove detrimental to their season ambitions.
- •Chargers drop to 0-5 after Week 5 loss to Broncos.
- •Los Angeles offense is ranked second to last in efficiency metrics.
- •Fans are calling for the firing of offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel.
- •The team has scored over 20 points only once this season.
- •Upcoming opponents present a challenging path for the Chargers.
- 12:58 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Worse Than Greg Roman,’ ‘Why Is He Still Employed?’ — Calls Mount for Mike McDaniel To ‘Be Fired Immediately’ After Chargers’ 0–5 Start
"Another week, another loss for the Los Angeles Chargers in the 2026 NFL season. In a year that was supposed to be an improvement on their 11-6 postseason 2025 campaign, head coach Jim Harbaugh and company have had one of the most underwhelming starts to the season of any team in the league.
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