Head coach Jim Harbaugh noted after the game that Alt makes a difference not only with his blocking, but with his leadership. Harbaugh praised not only Alt but all of the team captains for the way they had the team playing together in their 37-10 win over the Vikings.

As the Chargers head into Week 8's Thursday night matchup against the Minnesota Vikings, they'll be getting back both Alt and Pipkins, who missed time with injuries. Alt returning is huge, but the team could use an upgrade over Pipkins for the remainder of the season.

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh provided a positive injury update for star edge rusher Khalil Mack on Wednesday, but a negative one on left tackle Joe Alt.

Chief National reporter Steve Wyche gives an injury update on Los Angeles Chargers offensive tackle Joe Alt ahead of Week 8 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.

Chargers offensive lineman Joe Alt meets with the media to discuss his desire to go back and play, the challenges that Brian Flores' defense poses, how he feels being back on the practice field after being injured.

The Los Angeles Chargers have dropped their Thursday injury report and it provided great news for both left tackle Joe Alt and wide receiver Quentin Johnston.