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Chargers adjust wide receiver lineup with McConkey injury concerns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 10:44 PM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Chargers adjust wide receiver lineup with McConkey injury concerns

Summary

The Los Angeles Chargers are modifying their wide receiver corps following an injury to rookie KeAndre Lambert-Smith. He has been placed on injured reserve due to a hamstring issue. The team announced the signing of veteran Gary Jennings to the active roster. Concerns also surround Ladd McConkey, who suffered a rib injury during the previous game. The Chargers aim to bolster their offense after struggling in a 26-14 loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Reports suggest the team is evaluating veteran Marquez Valdez-Scantling as an additional option.

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Status Watch

•Chargers placed KeAndre Lambert-Smith on injured reserve.
•Gary Jennings signed to active roster to replace Lambert-Smith.
•Ladd McConkey's availability for Week 2 is uncertain.
•Team lost 26-14 to the Arizona Cardinals in week 1.
•Chargers are working out Marquez Valdez-Scantling for added depth.

Latest Updates

10:44 PMYahoo Sports — Chargers news: LA makes WR changes amid Ladd McConkey injury

What they're saying

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The Los Angeles Chargers are already reshuffling their wide receiver room after a disastrous start to the season. Los Angeles placed rookie wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith on injured reserve and signed veteran Gary Jennings to the active roster, the team announced Tuesday. According to ESPN’s Kris Rhim, Lambert-Smith is dealing with a hamstring […] The post Chargers news: LA makes WR changes amid Ladd McConkey injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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