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Mostly serves as returner in 2025 Davis caught two passes (on three targets) for 10 yards, logged 484 yards on 18 kick returns and 77 yards on 11 punt returns over 11 regular-season games for the Chargers in 2025.

Impact Davis finished the 2025 campaign by turning four kickoff returns into 100 yards during the Chargers' AFC wild-card round loss to the Patriots on Sunday. The third-year pro was limited to a return role in 2025 while buried on the wide receiver depth chart behind the likes of Ladd McConkey, Keenan Allen, Quentin Johnston and rookie second-rounder Tre' Harris. Davis is under contract with the Chargers in 2026 and will likely serve as the team's returner unless an expanded role on offense emerges over the offseason.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Set to suit up Davis (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Impact Davis was able to upgrade to a full participant in Friday's practice, just in time to dodge any injury designation ahead of Sunday's game. The kick and punt returner will play in his first game since he suffered his ankle injury in the Chargers' Week 14 win over the Eagles. The 25-year-old is set to reclaim primary kickoff return duties from rookie KeAndre Lambert-Smith. He is also set to replace Ladd McConkey as the primary punt returner for the team.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Posts limited practice Wednesday Davis (ankle) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Impact Davis has missed Los Angeles' past three games due to an ankle injury. It's a step in the right direction that he was able to log a limited practice Wednesday after not practicing at all last week. Davis thus seems to have a chance to return to action Sunday versus Denver for a game that head coach Jim Harbaugh has said he'll rest at least some of his starters. If Davis can play, he could see a slightly elevated role on offense and would also probably reclaim his role as the Chargers' top return man.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Week 17 Davis (ankle) is ruled out for Saturday's game against the Texans.

Impact Davis will miss a third consecutive game due to his lingering ankle issue. He wasn't able to take the practice field in any capacity during Week 17 prep, meaning Davis' status could also be up-in-the-air again in Week 18. As long as Davis remains sidelined, KeAndre Lambert-Smith will stand to operate as the Chargers' starting kick returner, while Ladd McConkey takes over punt-return duties.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed DNP on Tuesday Davis (ankle) was listed as a non-participant for Tuesday's practice.

Impact Davis has missed the Chargers' past two games while dealing with an ankle injury. His DNP listing to begin this week isn't a promising sign for his return to action, though he'll have two more opportunities to practice in some capacity this week ahead of Saturday's matchup versus the Texans. Davis has had a minor role on offense when healthy, but he's also worked as the team's lead kick and punt returner, and those duties have fallen to KeAndre Lambert-Smith and Ladd McConkey, respectively, while Davis has been out.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive with ankle issue Davis (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

Impact Davis will miss his third straight game due to a persistent ankle issue. The 25-year-old's absence means rookie KeAndre Lambert-Smith will likely take on a bigger role as a kick returner, with Ladd McConkey likely taking over punt return duties.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Week 16 Davis (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Cowboys.

Impact After not practicing all week, Davis will miss his second-straight game due to an ankle injury that he suffered in Week 14. The 25-year-old operates as the team's primary kick returner. While he is out, KeAndre Lambert-Smith and Ladd McConkey are expected to take a bigger load as kick and punt returners, respectively.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers could clinch playoff spot in a visit to the Cowboys, who are officially eliminated

The Los Angeles Chargers will try to make it 2 for 2 in playoff trips under second-year coach Jim Harbaugh when they visit the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Misses Wednesday's practice Davis (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The third-year pro was sidelined for the Week 15 win over the Chiefs due to an ankle injury, and Wednesday's DNP suggests he's still dealing with the issue. Davis likely needs to upgrade to at least limited practice Thursday or Friday to play in the Week 16 matchup against the Cowboys on Sunday.

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Week 15 Davis (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Impact The TCU product didn't practice all week after sustaining an ankle injury in the Chargers' Week 14 win over the Eagles, so it's no surprise he won't play Sunday. Davis has operated as the team's top return man in 2025, tallying 464 kick-return yards and 66 punt-return yards through 10 appearances. While he's out in Week 15, expect KeAndre Lambert-Smith and Ladd McConkey to serve as Los Angeles' kick and punt returners, respectively.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Non-participant at practice Davis (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact Davis is nursing an ankle injury suffered during Monday's win over the Eagles. He'll have two more opportunities to get back on the practice field in advance of Sunday's road game against the Chiefs. Hassan Haskins will stand to handle an expanded role in the return game if Davis isn't able to play Week 15.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers' Dicker kicks winning field goal, Jefferson's interception seals 22-19 OT win over Eagles

Cameron Dicker kicked a decisive 54-yard field goal, leading the Los Angeles Chargers to a 22-19 win over the Philadelphia Eagles

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Former Chargers All-Pro probably just lost his job on primetime vs. Eagles Derius Davis has struggled mightily in 2025, and might of just lost his job on the Chargers.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • BOLTBEAT.COM

Hurts ankle, questionable to return Davis (ankle) has been deemed questionable to return to Monday's Week 14 matchup against Philadelphia, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact Davis was injured while returning a punt in the first half. He's made only one catch this season but has been working as Los Angeles' top kick and punt returner. Hassan Haskins may be asked to take on return duties Monday if Davis can't return.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers bye: Player jokes leaving San Diego was mistake, Herbert-Beer and more Several Chargers enjoyed their bye week and took short vacation trips. Wide receiver Derius Davis took in San Diego's beach front.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • SI.COM

Will play Week 7 Davis (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Colts.

Impact Davis was limited in practice all week, but he has been cleared to return from a three-game absence due to a knee injury. The 2023 fourth-rounder has mostly been used as a returner this season and should see most of his playing time Sunday on special teams.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could play vs. Indianapolis Davis (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Impact Davis has been sidelined for the Chargers' last three games due to a knee injury. He was limited in practice all week, and his status for Week 7 may not be known until the Chargers announce their list of inactive players approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff. The 2023 fourth-rounder was primarily deployed on special teams as a returner prior to his injury, and those duties would likely be handled by rookie fifth-rounder KeAndre Lambert-Smith and practice squad running back Nyheim Hines if Davis is not cleared to return.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Manages limited practice Wednesday Davis (knee) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.

Impact Davis has missed the Chargers' last three games due to a knee injury he suffered in Week 3 versus the Broncos, but his activity Wednesday signals he could have a chance to return in Week 7. If he can upgrade to full participation Thursday or Friday, he could even avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined against Miami Davis (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Impact Davis will miss a third consecutive game. His next chance to suit up will come Week 7 against the Colts. KeAndre Lambert-Smith and Ladd McConkey will likely continue to fill in on kickoff returns and punt returns, respectively.

OCTOBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Wednesday Davis (knee) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.

Impact A knee injury has prevented Davis from playing in the Chargers' last two games, which has resulted in Tarheeb Still and KeAndre Lambert-Smith taking over as returners on punts and kickoffs. Davis would have to return to practice in at least a limited capacity over the next two days in order to have a chance at playing against the Dolphins on Sunday.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing vs. Washington Davis (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Commanders.

Impact Davis will be sidelined for a second consecutive game due to a knee injury that he sustained in Week 3 against the Broncos. Tarheeb Still and KeAndre Lambert-Smith will likely pick up the slack as returners on kickoffs and punts in Davis' absence. Davis' next opportunity to play is Week 6 against the Dolphins on Sunday, Oct. 12.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from practice Davis (knee) was a non-participant at practice Thursday.

Impact Davis has now been unavailable for each of the team's first two practices of the week, as he continues to nurse the knee injury he suffered in Week 3 against Denver. The wide receiver will have one more chance to return to practice prior to Sunday's matchup with the Commanders.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not spotted at practice Davis (knee) is not present at the early portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Davis sustained a knee injury Week 3 versus the Broncos and was held out of the Chargers' loss to the Giants in Week 4 as a result. For any chance of retaking the field Sunday versus the Commanders, Davis will need to resume practicing in at least a limited capacity Thursday and/or Friday. He hasn't yet been targeted this season but has carried the ball twice for five yards and contributed in the return game.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers OL Mekhi Becton (concussion) won't play Sunday In addition to changes on the offensive line, the Chargers will be without wide receiver Derius Davis and tight end Will Dissly against the...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • DAILYNEWS.COM

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