Chargers list Deane Leonard out and Tuli Tuipulotu questionable for Cardinals game

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Chargers list Deane Leonard out and Tuli Tuipulotu questionable for Cardinals game
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The Los Angeles Chargers released their final injury report for the Week One matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. Cornerback Deane Leonard is confirmed out for the contest after failing to participate in practice throughout the week. Edge rusher Tuli Tuipulotu is listed as questionable due to a hip injury, having been limited in practice sessions during the lead-up to the game. The team continues to manage Tuipulotu cautiously following his lower-body injury earlier in training camp. With Leonard sidelined, the Chargers are expected to elevate Nikko Reed or Kaiir Elam to provide depth in the secondary. Reed is considered the likely candidate for the active roster due to his familiarity with the defensive system.

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  • Deane Leonard is officially ruled out for the Sunday game against the Arizona Cardinals.
  • Tuli Tuipulotu carries a questionable status into the weekend with a hip injury.
  • Nikko Reed and Kaiir Elam are candidates to fill the gap left by Leonard.
  • The injury report represents the final assessment for the Chargers before Week One.
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  • 12:33 AMYahoo SportsChargers-Cardinals injury report: Deane Leonard OUT, Tuli Tuipulotu questionable
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Chargers CB Deane Leonard is OUT for Sunday’s game against the Cardinals while EDGE Tuli Tuipulotu is questionable.

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