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Chargers Tight Ends Injured, Season in Peril
22 Sep
Summary
- Two key tight ends, Njoku and Kolar, placed on injured reserve.
- Injuries to offensive blockers deepen Chargers' early struggles.
- Chargers are 0-2 and face tough matchup against Buffalo Bills.
The Los Angeles Chargers have suffered a critical blow with both tight ends, David Njoku and Charlie Kolar, being placed on injured reserve. Njoku sustained a fibula injury during Sunday's loss to the Las Vegas Raiders, while Kolar is dealing with a forearm issue. Both are slated to miss a minimum of four games.
This situation severely impacts the Chargers' offense, which relies heavily on its tight ends for blocking. With only one active tight end, Oronde Gadsden II, the team may need to elevate players from its practice squad. The Chargers are currently 0-2, having lost their first two home games, and face a daunting matchup against the Buffalo Bills in their upcoming game.
The Chargers' injury woes extend beyond the tight end position, with five players from their free agent class now sidelined. This includes Dalvin Tomlinson and Kayode Awosika out indefinitely, and Tyler Biadasz, who suffered a season-ending injury in training camp. Head coach Jim Harbaugh remains steadfast, advising his team, "When the going gets tough the tough gets going."
