Chargers sign Marquez Valdes-Scantling to practice squad amid injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 8:01 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
The Los Angeles Chargers added wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling to their practice squad on September 16, 2026, as they deal with early-season injuries affecting their receiving corps. Valdes-Scantling, standing 6-foot-4, brings experience and a reputation for speed that could enhance the Chargers' offensive scheme. While starting on the practice squad, he may be elevated to the active roster for the upcoming game against the Raiders in Week 2. His addition is seen as a valuable option for a team looking to expand their passing game options.
- •Chargers sign Marquez Valdes-Scantling to practice squad.
- •Team faces injuries to key wide receivers.
- •Valdes-Scantling could be activated for Week 2.
- •He has a history of explosive plays.
- •Affords Chargers more options in the passing game.
- 8:01 PMYahoo Sports — Marquez Valdes-Scantling highlights: Get familiar with newest Charger
"With injuries hitting the Chargers' receiving corps, LA added Marquez Valdes-Scantling. Here are some of his career highlights.
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