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Omarion Hampton prepares for larger role in Chargers offense for 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 12:53 AM

Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Omarion Hampton prepares for larger role in Chargers offense for 2026

Summary

Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton enters his second professional season healthy and positioned for a primary role in the team's offense. Drafted 22nd overall in 2025, Hampton appeared in nine games as a rookie while managing ankle injuries that limited his availability and consistency. He finished his inaugural season with 545 rushing yards, 192 receiving yards, and five total touchdowns. Offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel has featured Hampton throughout training camp as part of a backfield that includes Kimani Vidal and Keaton Mitchell. The coaching staff aims to integrate Hampton into an offense designed to create space for playmakers. Health remains the primary factor for Hampton as he moves into a potential breakout year following his collegiate career at North Carolina.

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Status Watch

•Omarion Hampton was the 22nd overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
•Injuries limited Hampton to nine games during his rookie season.
•The Chargers running back room includes Kimani Vidal and Keaton Mitchell.
•Hampton recorded 737 total yards and five touchdowns in his first professional season.
•Mike McDaniel joined the Chargers as offensive coordinator for the 2026 season.

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12:53 AMYahoo Sports — Chargers RB Omarion Hampton is Due for Huge Season

What they're saying

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Omarion Hampton enters his second season with plenty of expectations. After an injury-shortened rookie year, the Chargers running back has looked the part in Mike McDaniel’s offense and has the talent to become one of the NFL’s breakout stars in 2026.
— Yahoo Sports

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