Former Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel is taking his sought-after creative mindset to Los Angeles as the new offensive coordinator for the Chargers
From the moment that former Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel was relieved of his duties on Jan. 8, his name seemed to be on the lips of every NFL organization seeking to make a splash. From front offices in need of a head coach to those needing a coordinator, McDaniel’s reputation as one of the game’s premier offensive minds had teams drooling from coast to coast. The bevy of weapons possessed by the Los Angeles Chargers and the West Coast climate won the day.
McDaniel was dismissed after missing the playoffs each of the last two seasons, unable to overcome a litany of team injuries. He finished in Miami with a 35-33 regular-season record but remained one of the league’s most creative offensive coaches. Everywhere the Colorado native has gone, increased fantasy outputs followed.
Fantasy lowdown: The Chargers are already set up with a core of veterans on offense, as well as a dynamic mix of young playmakers like wide receivers Ladd McConkey and Tre Harris, franchise running back Omarion Hampton, and breakout tight end Oronde Gadsden. McDaniel is well-known for his ability to draw up plans that separate players from coverage, enabling them to get the ball in space with room to run. Like head coach Jim Harbaugh, he believes it starts at the running back position, and Hampton has the talent to make a huge splash in his second season.
Fantasy managers in redraft leagues will have to challenge early in drafts to get a piece, while the time to buy in dynasty might be a closing window. A case can be made for slight overpays, especially with expendable 2026 draft picks.
Author: Samwise (@BuyAndSellYou)
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Los Angeles Chargers high-powered offense sputters in 16-3 loss to New England Patriots in their wild-card matchup.
The Los Angeles Chargers offense completely flatlined in their playoff loss to the New England Patriots, managing just 3 points and never finding a rhythm. Justin Herbert was under constant pressure and struggled to push the ball downfield, while the running game failed to provide any balance. Los Angeles consistently stalled on third down and couldn’t capitalize on limited scoring opportunities, leading to a disappointing early playoff exit. Herbert is now 0-3 in his playoff career.
From a fantasy perspective, the collapse raises offseason questions about the Chargers offensive scheme, protection issues, and overall ceiling for Herbert and the skilled players heading into next season.
Author: Jake Lewis (@Lewylewis5)
The Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert will sit out to allow his broken (left) hand to heal before the playoffs.
No one will question Justin Herbert’s toughness. He is playing through a broken non-throwing hand and likely some other undisclosed injuries. He did not miss any time after having surgery on his hand.
Herbert has withstood his offensive line completely falling apart around him, while still playing like an elite quarterback. He is currently QB9 on the season with 3,727 passing yards 26 touchdowns and 13 interceptions.
Herbert is a must start quarterback and one can only imagine how well he can play if his offense as a whole could just stay healthy. Herbert has top 5 potential with a fully healthy offensive line. Trey Lance will be the starter for the Chargers in week 18.
Author: Jesse Baldwin @J_Baldwin51
The Los Angeles Chargers bounce back in Week 8 to dominate the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday Night Football
Justin Herbert threw for 227 yards and three touchdowns on Thursday to defeat the Vikings 37-10. “It was a big win for us, a big opportunity for us to go correct some more mistakes,” said Herbert. This was the first game this season in which the Chargers scored more than 30 points.
Rookie tight end Oronde Gadsden II had another impressive performance, finishing the day with five receptions for 77 yards and a score. His touchdown came on an eight-yard pass, and he also delivered a spectacular 40-yard reception in the game. He has now recorded more than 65 yards in each of his last three games and seems to have found a role in this Chargers offense. The hype has continued to grow and, as of now, should be considered a startable tight end moving forward.
Author: Dane Madoche(@FF_DaMaddog)
The Los Angeles Chargers have placed veteran Wide Receiver Mike Williams on the PUP List.
Mike Williams has been added to the PUP List by the Chargers. Williams signed a one-year contract worth up to $6 million during free agency to reunite with the team he has been part of for the majority of his career. The news does not mean Williams will miss games, but it has opened up a window for rookie WR Tre Harris or Quentin Johnston to grab an opportunity at being the team’s WR2 behind Ladd McConkey.
Williams was known for his field stretching and contested catch ability, while Keenan Allen occupied the slot in what was a highly dynamic Chargers offense. Last season, we saw Rookie wide receiver Ladd McConkey break out and become the alpha for the Chargers. Now, can we see Tre Harris emerge as a big-bodied target to work in tandem with Ladd, or does Quentin Johnston show any sign of life and become what the Chargers envisioned when he was selected 23rd overall in the 2023 NFL Draft?
Harris is currently a holdout over a disagreement over guaranteed money. Now, the Mike Williams designation gives Quentin Johnston the early leg up on valuable reps and building chemistry with quarterback Justin Herbert.
Author: Dane Madoche(@FF_DaMaddog)
Justin Herbert is one of the top fallers in PlayerProfiler’s Dynasty Deluxe lifetime value rating for the end of August.
Justin Herbert’s dynasty value is increasingly under threat. While he’s undoubtedly a talented quarterback, injury concerns and the recent arrival of Jim Harbaugh have cast a shadow over his future prospects. Harbaugh, a proven coach with a long-term commitment to the Chargers, is known for his run-heavy offensive philosophy. This shift in strategy could limit Herbert’s opportunities to showcase his passing abilities and potentially impact his overall production.
Additionally, Herbert’s durability is becoming a concern, as he only played 12 games last season and is now dealing with a foot injury that is expected to impact him all season. As a result, dynasty owners may need to reassess Herbert’s value and the potential risks associated with his current situation. Herbert is a player to consider offloading for a haul now before he potentially misses more time or isn’t in a pass-heavy enough offense to contribute meaningful fantasy production.
