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Veteran Najee Harris dealt with an off-field injury that caused him to miss training camp. Upon returning, Harris would then tear his Achilles just three games into the year. Rookie Omarion Hampton emerged as the team's primary back, but then he suffered an ankle sprain that landed him on IR.
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Chargers vs. Vikings: 5 key things to know about Los Angeles' Week 8 opponent
The Vikings are 3-3 and are in last place in the NFC North.
Daniel Jones threw for 288 yards and two touchdowns as the Indianapolis Colts beat the Los Angeles Chargers 38-24.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz (11) warms up before an NFL International Series game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Cleveland Browns at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Carson Wentz is back in the mix with the Minnesota Vikings.
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Chargers gold uniforms, explained: Los Angeles is debuting "Charger Power" jerseys, pants
Dubbed "Charger Power," the new look features the team’s first-ever gold jersey, paired with matching gold pants and the classic white helmet. The jersey, with white numbers outlined in powder blue, first became popular as a retail item and was added as an official alternate due to strong fan demand.
The NFL is pleased with an increase in kickoff returns because of recent rule changes. The league reports 877 returns this season, a rate of 79.3% that is the highest since 2006 through the first seven weeks.
The Chargers are the top NFL trade deadline landing spot for a big name as the depth chart keeps struggling to stay healthy.