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Chargers in crisis, eyeing Jeremiah Smith in 2027 NFL Draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 8:15 PM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Chargers in crisis, eyeing Jeremiah Smith in 2027 NFL Draft

Summary

The Los Angeles Chargers are struggling at 0-6, entering a bye week amid a season-long crisis. With quarterback Justin Herbert lacking a reliable supporting cast, offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel may face scrutiny. Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith, projected as a top pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, could provide the talent needed to elevate the offense. The Chargers' performance will impact their draft positioning, with key upcoming games against the Raiders and Dolphins. Winning could jeopardize their chances of landing Smith, despite the franchise's pressing need for star talent to aid Herbert.

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By the Numbers

•Chargers enter bye week at 0-6, facing potential organizational reset.
•Justin Herbert struggles without reliable offensive weapons.
•Jeremiah Smith seen as a generational talent in 2027 NFL Draft.
•Upcoming games critical for Chargers' draft position.
•Smith could drastically improve Chargers' receiving corps.

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8:15 PMYahoo Sports — Examining Chargers’ chances of landing Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith in 2027 NFL Draft to save Justin Herbert

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The Los Angeles Chargers are officially in crisis, and the upcoming bye week could be the beginning of a massive organizational reset. Sitting at 0-6 after another disappointing loss, the Chargers look nowhere close to turning their season around. Offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel could be the first casualty, but the bigger question is how Los […] The post Examining Chargers’ chances of landing Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith in 2027 NFL Draft to save Justin Herbert appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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