Ladd McConkey exits Week 1 game after taking hit against Cardinals

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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Ladd McConkey exits Week 1 game after taking hit against Cardinals
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Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey left the field during the Week 1 game against the Arizona Cardinals following a hard hit. The injury occurred while McConkey attempted a catch over the middle of the field, resulting in him reaching for his back after falling to the ground. He received treatment on the field and was able to walk off under his own power but was taken to the blue medical tent for further evaluation. The Chargers subsequently punted after his exit from the game.

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  • McConkey suffered an injury while catching a pass.
  • The hit was delivered by Cardinals linebacker Mack Wilson Sr.
  • He received on-field treatment but walked off under his own power.
  • McConkey headed to the medical tent for evaluation.
  • The Chargers punted after McConkey's exit.
Latest Updates
  • 11:18 PMYahoo SportsLadd McConkey suffers chest injury in Week 1
  • 11:00 PMYahoo SportsLadd McConkey injury: Latest updates on wide receiver from Chargers sideline
  • 10:43 PMYahoo SportsLadd McConkey injury update as Chargers WR takes big hit in Week 1
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Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey left Sunday’s Week 1 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals after taking a hard hit over the middle in the third quarter. McConkey appeared to be in pain after the collision and immediately grabbed…

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Latest updates after Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey exited the game after taking a big hit on catch over the middle of the field in Week 1.

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