Charlie Kolar - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Three catches in Week 6 loss Kolar caught three of six targets for 20 yards during the Chargers' 22-6 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

Impact Kolar finished fifth on the Chargers in receiving yards, but he was also second on the team in both catches and targets behind KeAndre Lambert-Smith (five catches on nine targets for 32 yards). Kolar has a 6-57-10 receiving line in his two outings since returning from a two-game absence due to a fractured forearm, but he's stuck in a Chargers offense that is one of the worst units in the league this season. The Chargers will look to regroup during the Week 7 bye before facing the Rams in Week 8 on Sunday, Nov. 1.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bolts' leading receiver in loss Kolar reeled in three of four targets for 37 yards during Sunday's 23-17 loss versus the Broncos. He also lost a fumble.

Impact Kolar was fighting for extra yardage after making a 19-yard grab for a first down in the first quarter when safety Talanoa Hufanga (ankle) jarred the ball loose, creating a turnover to set up a Denver touchdown. He managed two more catches for 18 yards the rest of the way, which was enough to make him the Chargers' most productive pass catcher in a game where quarterback Justin Herbert only threw for 121 yards. He projects to start as a blocking-first tight end again in a Week 6 tilt against the Chiefs.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Justin Herbert seems no longer able to elevate Chargers' inept and injured offense

Justin Herbert spent the previous two seasons as the Los Angeles Chargers’ fixer, able to overcome whatever injuries or issues were hindering their offense through his talent and e...

OCTOBER 12 • Associated Press

Broncos keep Chargers winless with key stop that fuels 4th-quarter rally in 23-17 win

Wil Lutz kicked a go-ahead 19-yard field goal with 5:07 remaining, lifting the Denver Broncos over the winless Los Angeles Chargers 23-17

OCTOBER 11 • Associated Press

S Talanoa Hufanga forces fumble, S Brandon Jones recovers | Broncos at Chargers Safety Talanoa Hufanga punches the ball out of the hands of Chargers tight end Charlie Kolar, and safety Brandon Jones recovers in Los Angel...

OCTOBER 11 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Returning in Week 5 Kolar (forearm) is active for Sunday's game against Denver, Eric Smith of the team's official site reports.

Impact Kolar missed the last two games but will return despite practicing in a limited capacity during the week. With Kolar active in Week 5, Oronde Gadsden will slide back to the No. 2 spot on the depth chart.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Could return vs. Denver Kolar (forearm) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact Kolar was limited in practice all week due to a fractured forearm, but he's progressed enough in his recovery to draw the questionable tag after missing the Chargers' prior two games. Oronde Gadsden would continue to serve as the Chargers' top tight end if Kolar is unable to return.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Remains limited Thursday Kolar (forearm) remained limited in Thursday's practice.

Impact Kolar broke his forearm in Week 2 against the Raiders and has missed the last two games. The block-first tight end's return will be welcomed by Los Angeles once he's cleared. The Chargers' offensive line has been a nightmare, and both starting tackles Rashawn Slater (ankle) and Joe Alt (neck) are again dealing with injuries.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Wednesday Kolar (forearm) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Kolar has missed the Chargers' last two games while recovering from a fractured left forearm that he sustained in Week 2 against the Seahawks. He's progressed enough in his recovery to return to practice Wednesday, and his participation over the next two days will provide clarity on his chances of playing against the Broncos on Sunday. If Kolar is cleared to return, then he would likely split starting tight end duties with Oronde Gadsden, especially with David Njoku (knee) on injured reserve.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Seattle Kolar (forearm) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Impact Kolar fractured his forearm during the Chargers' Week 2 loss to the Raiders. He'll miss a second consecutive game due to his injury, but the positive news for the fifth-year tight end is that he ended Week 4 prep with a limited practice Friday. Head coach John Harbaugh told reporters after Friday's session that Kolar is "doing everything and anything possible" to return to the field, and he could return as soon as Week 5 against the Broncos on Sunday, Oct. 11. For now, Oronde Gadsden will serve as the Chargers' TE1, with Hayden Rucci also in the mix for offensive snaps.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Jim Harbaugh on a Good Week of Preparation Ahead of Seattle Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh meets with the media ahead of the team's Week 4 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Harbaugh discusses a...

OCTOBER 2 • CHARGERS.COM

Still not practicing Kolar (forearm) didn't practice Thursday.

Impact Kolar hasn't practiced in any fashion since fracturing his left forearm in a Sept. 20 loss to the Raiders and undergoing surgery two days later. The Chargers have avoided placing Kolar on injured reserve with the expectation that he'll return to action within four games, but he'll almost certainly miss a second straight contest this Sunday in Seattle.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined at practice Wednesday Kolar (forearm) is not practicing Wednesday, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Kolar remains unlikely to play Sunday against the Seahawks, as he continues his recovery from a broken forearm, which he suffered in Week 2. Oronde Gadsden, Hayden Rucci and Patrick Herbert handled tight-end duties against the Bills last Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

A knee injury sends David Njoku to IR as the Chargers juggle a growing injury list

The Los Angeles Chargers have placed tight end David Njoku on injured reserve due to a knee injury

SEPTEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Chargers' positive Charlie Kolar update is the lifeline Mike McDaniel needs On Monday, the Chargers received fairly devastating news in the tight end room as Jim Harbaugh said both Charlie Kolar and David Njoku would...

SEPTEMBER 23 • BOLTBEAT.COM

Out Week 3, but avoiding IR Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh said Wednesday that Kolar (forearm) won't play Sunday in Buffalo but is expected to avoid placement on injured reserve, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com repor...

Impact After undergoing surgery on his fractured left forearm earlier this week, Kolar had been expected to head to injured reserve and return after missing the minimum four games. However, Harbaugh noted that Kolar ended up receiving a more favorable prognosis following his surgery, and the Chargers are now optimistic that the 27-year-old can return to action prior to their Week 7 bye. Kolar will still need to miss at least one game, and with David Njoku (fibula) still ticketed for IR, Oronde Gadsden appears likely to operate as Los Angeles' clear No. 1 tight end for Week 3.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Oronde Gadsden II is the only real winner of Chargers' recent injury woes Needless to say, the Los Angeles Chargers are going to need to make some adjustments in light of their recent slew of injury updates. Both C...

SEPTEMBER 22 • BOLTBEAT.COM

Eyeing four-week return from surgery Kolar plans to undergo surgery to repair a broken forearm and is hopeful to return from injured reserve when first eligible for the Chargers' No. 1 game against the Rams, Jeremy Fo...

Impact After signing a three-year, $24.3 million deal with the Chargers in March, Kolar had opened the season as the team's top tight end. He mostly operated as a blocker in the Chargers' first two games, contributing three receptions for 21 yards on three targets before exiting the second half of Sunday's 26-14 loss to the Raiders due to the forearm fracture. With Kolar and David Njoku (fibula) both expected to be formally placed on IR within the next few days, Oronde Gadsden is likely to see a major uptick in snaps as the new No. 1 tight end on the depth chart.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers seem to have found their temporary TE solution with Hayden Rucci signing Needless to say, the Los Angeles Chargers are going to miss David Njoku and Charlie Kolar. Both players were placed on the injured reserve a...

SEPTEMBER 22 • BOLTBEAT.COM

7 Emergency Free Agent, Trade Options for Chargers After David Njoku, Charlie Kolar Injuries The Chargers will be facing a brutal stretch if opponents. See who could be available for the Chargers to fill out the tight end room.

SEPTEMBER 22 • SI.COM

Chargers' injuries leave them with health and rest disadvantage heading into Bills matchup The Chargers received more bad injury news on Monday afternoon. Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh announced that both TE David Njoku (fibula) and TE...

SEPTEMBER 22 • BOLTBEAT.COM

Chargers Drop the Most Chargers Injury Update for Charlie Kolar, David Njoku and More The Chargers drop to 0-2 and the offense looks lost. See how hard the task of righting the ship will become with all the injuries announced...

SEPTEMBER 22 • SI.COM

Jim Harbaugh has never been 0-2. The Chargers are now, with a tough stretch ahead

The Los Angeles Chargers are in need of a quick turnaround to salvage their season after an 0-2 start

SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Charlie Kolar & David Njoku Headed to Injured Reserve; Awosika & Tomlinson To "Miss Some Time" With Injuries The injuries to Kolar and Njoku leave Oronde Gadsden as the only tight end on the active roster

SEPTEMBER 21 • CHARGERS.COM

Will be placed on IR Head coach Jim Harbaugh said Monday that Kolar will go on injured reserve due to a forearm injury he sustained during Sunday's 26-14 loss to the Raiders, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com repo...

Impact Kolar was spotted with his left arm in a sling following Sunday's loss, and the injury is severe enough for him to warrant a stint on IR. That means he will be forced to miss at least the next four games and is eligible to return for Week 8 against the Rams on Sunday, Nov. 1. David Njoku (knee) is also set to go on IR, leaving Oronde Gadsden as the only healthy tight end on the Chargers' 53-man roster for the time being.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

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Justin Herbert seems no longer able to elevate Chargers' inept and injured offense

Broncos keep Chargers winless with key stop that fuels 4th-quarter rally in 23-17 win

A knee injury sends David Njoku to IR as the Chargers juggle a growing injury list

Jim Harbaugh has never been 0-2. The Chargers are now, with a tough stretch ahead