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Elijah Molden returns to practice for Chargers amid 0-3 start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 12:05 AM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Elijah Molden returns to practice for Chargers amid 0-3 start

Summary

Elijah Molden returned to practice with the Los Angeles Chargers on October 2, 2026. Molden had missed the previous two games due to a hamstring injury but previously played in Week 1 against the Arizona Cardinals, making five tackles. The Chargers, currently 0-3 in the season, are looking to turn around their performance as they have historically struggled to reach the playoffs after such a start. Molden's return could provide a significant boost to their struggling defense.

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Status Watch

•Chargers are 0-3 to start the 2026 NFL season.
•Elijah Molden returned to practice after missing two games.
•Molden made five tackles in the Week 1 loss against the Cardinals.
•Historically, teams starting 0-3 have a tough time reaching playoffs.
•Molden's return may strengthen the Chargers' defense.

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12:05 AMYahoo Sports — Chargers get key defensive player back at practice

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T he Los Angeles Chargers are 0-3 to start the 2026 NFL Season and are officially in panic mode. It is very rare for a team to make the playoffs after starting 0-3, but the franchise is eager to get things back on track and save their season. The Chargers need everyone to step up […] The post Chargers get key defensive player back at practice appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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