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Unavailable for wild-card round Dupree (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday night's matchup with the Patriots in the wild-card round.

Impact Dupree will be forced to sit out the team's first postseason contest after being hampered by a hamstring injury at practice throughout the week. In his absence, Odafe Oweh is a top candidate to see an increase in workload at linebacker behind Khalil Mack and Tuli Tuipulotu against New England.

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Questionable for Sunday Dupree (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's wild-card matchup against the Patriots, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Impact Dupree opened the Chargers' week of practice with consecutive DNPs, but following Friday's limited session, he's got a chance to play in the wild-card round. The 32-year-old from Kentucky has appeared in 16 regular-season games this year, tallying 16 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, and one pass defensed. If active Sunday, Dupree will likely operate as one of the Chargers' top reserve edge rushers.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bud Dupree on the Challenge of the Patriots in the Playoffs Chargers outside linebacker Bud Dupree meets with the media to discuss the mindset heading into the playoffs, what he sees from Patriots qua...

4 DAYS AGO • CHARGERS.COM

Unable to practice Wednesday Dupree (hamstring) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact The 32-year-old was hurt in the second half of the Chargers' Week 18 loss to the Broncos, and never returned to the contest. Dupree would likely see his role behind Khalil Mack replaced by Odafe Oweh, and Kyle Kennard should the 10th-year pro be unable to play in Sunday's playoff game against the Patriots.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game with hamstring injury Dupree (hamstring) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact Dupree was getting more snaps on defense in the absence of Tuli Tuipulotu (coach's decision), but the former is now being evaluated by medical staff for a hamstring injury. Odafe Oweh and Kyle Kennard are slated to see more work on defense if Dupree is unable to return.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to play Saturday Dupree (ankle) does not carry an injury designation for Saturday's game against the Texans.

Impact Dupree began Week 17 with back-to-back limited practice sessions but was listed as a full participant on Thursday's estimated report. The veteran edge rusher will return from his one-game absence and suit up on the road versus Los Angeles on Saturday.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to practice this week Coach Jim Harbaugh said Monday that Dupree (back) is expected to practice this week, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Impact The Chargers face the Texans on Saturday and will be required to release an official practice report Tuesday. Dupree missed Sunday's win over the Cowboys, but it sounds like he could return after just the one-game absence. The veteran edge rusher has appeared in 14 games this season, logging 16 tackles (nine solo), including 2.0 sacks, and one pas breakup on limited snaps.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not able to play Week 16 Dupree (back) is inactive for Sunday's game against Dallas.

Impact Dupree managed a back injury during the week and logged an LP/DNP/LP practice progression. He ultimately isn't healthy enough to take the field against the Cowboys and will miss his first regular-season game since 2023. With Dupree sidelined, rookie Kyle Kennard is active and could get his first defensive snaps since Week 6.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers-Cowboys Inactives for Week 16: Quentin Johnston Will Play, Bud Dupree Out Against Dallas Here are the Chargers inactive players for Week 16 against the Cowboys

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM

Questionable for Sunday Dupree (back) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Cowboys.

Impact Dupree was back to limited participation in practice Friday after not practicing Thursday. The 32-year-old is recovering from a back injury suffered in the Chargers' Week 15 win over the Chiefs. The 10th-year veteran has contributed 16 tackles (nine solo), including 2.0 sacks, and one pass breakup through 14 games this season and has a chance to add to his totals should he be available Sunday.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out practice Thursday Dupree (back) did not practice Thursday.

Impact Dupree was limited in Wednesday's practice, so it's possible his lack of practice activity Thursday represents a setback in his recovery. The veteran linebacker is nursing a back injury he appears to have sustained during Week 15's win over the Chiefs. Unless Dupree is able to get back on the field in at least a limited fashion Friday, he'll be in danger of missing Sunday's road matchup against the Cowboys.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to open week Dupree (back) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.

Impact Dupree may have suffered a back injury in the team's 16-13 win over the Chiefs in Week 15, forcing him to be limited to open the week at practice. The linebacker will have two more chances to return to practice prior to Sunday's matchup with the Cowboys.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bud Dupree Lowers the Boom on Rodgers for Chargers' Second Sack of Night Outside linebacker Bud Dupree smacks down Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers for a 1-yard sack.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM

Bud Dupree: "Gotta Make Sure That We're Playing Our Best Game" Outside linebacker Bud Dupree speaks to the media during Week 4 ahead of the Sunday matchup against the New York Giants. Dupree discusses pl...

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Chargers linebacker Khalil Mack to miss at least 4 games with elbow injury

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Deadspin | Chargers sign OLB Bud Dupree to contract extension Deadspin | Chargers sign OLB Bud Dupree to contract extension

JUNE 5, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Chargers sign OLB Bud Dupree to contract extension The Los Angeles Chargers signed outside linebacker Bud Dupree to a contract extension.Terms of the deal were not disclosed.ESPN reported Wed...

JUNE 5, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Inks extension with Bolts The Chargers signed Dupree to a one-year contract extension Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact The deal is worth up to $6 million. Dupree is now signed through the 2026 campaign, and the 32-year-old is coming off a 2024 in which he appeared in all 17 regular-season games for the Chargers. Dupree finished the year with 28 tackles (18 solo), including 6.0 sacks, two pass breakups and one forced fumble.

JUNE 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Former Falcons Sack Leader Re-Signs with Chargers Just over one year removed from leaving the Atlanta Falcons in free agency, outside linebacker Bud Dupree re-signed with the Los Angeles Cha...

JUNE 5, 2025 • SI.COM

Why Bud Dupree is a Key Part of the Chargers Defense The outside linebacker provides veteran leadership and is still a solid edge rusher

JUNE 4, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM

Chargers Sign Former Steelers LB PITTSBURGH -- Former Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Bud Dupree is headed back to Los Angeles, signing a deal with the Chargers, the...

JUNE 4, 2025 • SI.COM

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Six sacks in 2024 Dupree posted 6.0 sacks among his 28 tackles (18 solo) while suiting up for all 17 regular-season games in 2024. He also had one interception among his pair of passes defensed.

Impact Dupree reached 6.0 sacks for the fifth time and has notched at least 4.0 sacks in nine of 10 NFL regular seasons. He also suited up for the Chargers' 32-12 playoff loss to the Texans in the wild-card round but didn't contribute any meaningful statistics. Dupree remains under contract at a $3.64 million cap hit for his age-32 season in 2025.

JANUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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