DERWIN JAMES JR. #3 - SAFETY - LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
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3  INT  •
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#3 - SAFETY - LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
94 TCKL
3 INT
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Chargers trying to figure out offensive line on the fly ahead of stiff test from Steelers

The Los Angeles Chargers will face the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday night with a new-look offensive line after left tackle Joe Alt suffered a season-ending high ankle sprain
NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press
Mini-Movie: Inside Chargers' Gritty Win vs. Titans Relive the LA Chargers' gritty win vs the Tennessee Titans in Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season in this mini-movie. Facing an early hole and mis...
NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM
Leading tackler in win James tallied eight tackles (five solo) during the Chargers' win versus the Titans on Sunday.
Impact James was dealing with an ankle injury leading up to the game but had a strong outing nonetheless, as he ended up leading the team in tackles. Across nine games played this season, the 29-year-old has recorded 57 tackles (33 solo), including 1.5 sacks, and an interception. He will look to keep producing and add to his totals in the Week 10 matchup versus the Steelers.
NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Logs full practice Thursday James (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.
Impact James sustained a low ankle sprain in Week 8 against the Vikings, but he is trending toward being available against the Titans on Sunday after practicing in full Thursday. The veteran safety will continue to start at safety alongside Elijah Molden, barring a setback.
OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Logs limited practice Wednesday James (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Impact James is rehabbing through a low-ankle sprain that he picked up during the Chargers' Week 8 victory over the Vikings. His ability to practice Wednesday -- albeit in a limited capacity -- indicates that the injury isn't a long-term issue, and he'll have two more opportunities to increase his practice participation to avoid an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against the Titans. James tallied at least seven tackles in five of the seven games prior to his injury in Week 8, and his 49 stops through eight regular-season games is second most on the Chargers behind Daiyan Henley (52).
OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Week 9 Injury Report | Chargers vs. Titans: Derwin James & Ladd McConkey Among 6 Limited on Wednesday Take a look at the Week 9 Injury Report ahead of Sunday's game against the Titans
OCTOBER 29, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM
Chargers' popular UDFA gets 1st chance amid Derwin James, Tarheeb Still injury update A big-name Chargers rookie will play a big role as some key players deal with injuries in Week 9.
OCTOBER 29, 2025 • SI.COM
Derwin James quells all injury concerns at Chargers practice It seemed inevitable that Derwin James would miss time after injuring his ankle. After Chargers practice on Tuesday, that no longer seems to...
OCTOBER 29, 2025 • BOLTBEAT.COM
Practices Tuesday James (ankle) participated in Tuesday's practice, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
Impact James was diagnosed with a low-ankle sprain following the Chargers' Week 8 win over the Vikings. The Chargers will release their first official practice report of the week Wednesday, and his participation during that session will provide a sense of his chances of playing against the Titans on Sunday. James has logged 49 tackles (28 solo), including 1.5 sacks, and three pass defenses (one interception) through eight regular-season games.
OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers shake off another round of injuries, pick up needed win by routing Vikings

The Los Angeles Chargers navigated another round of injuries in their 37-10 win over the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday
OCTOBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press
Likely has low-ankle sprain James is believed to have suffered a low-ankle sprain Thursday against the Vikings and will undergo an MRI on Friday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Impact If the MRI confirms a low-ankle sprain, James wouldn't be facing an extended absence and would have a chance to return as soon as Week 9 at Tennessee, especially with a few extra days to recover after the Chargers played their Week 8 game Thursday. Prior to his early exit against Minnesota, James had been on the field for all of the Chargers' defensive snaps this season.
OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

4 Takeaways From the Chargers' Win Over the Vikings on Thursday Night

The Chargers took care of business on Thursday night against the Vikings. Here's what we learned.
OCTOBER 24, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
4 Takeaways From the Chargers' Win Over the Vikings on Thursday Night

Chargers dominate Vikings 37-10 as Justin Herbert throws for 3 TDs

Justin Herbert threw for 227 yards and three touchdowns, and the Los Angeles Chargers defeated the Minnesota Vikings 37-10
OCTOBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press
Downgraded to out James (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Thursday night's game against the Vikings.
Impact The safety exited in the first quarter after suffering the injury. James played on every defensive snap across the first seven weeks of the season. The four-time All-Pro was replaced by Tony Jefferson on Thursday, who then went out with a hamstring issue, leaving RJ Mickens and Kendall Williamson as the Chargers' only remaining safeties besides Elijah Molden.
OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Chargers Star Defensive Back Leaves Game Against Vikings With Injury Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James is questionable to return on Thursday night after suffering an ankle injury.
OCTOBER 24, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM
Questionable to return Thursday James (ankle) is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Vikings, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Impact The safety left in the first quarter and had yet to record a stat. James played on every defensive snap in the seven weeks leading up to Thursday's contest. Tony Jefferson, RJ Mickens and Kendall Williamson are Los Angeles' extra safeties.
OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Derwin James Jr.: "Always Just Get Better" Safety Derwin James Jr. meets with the media to discuss his preparations going up against wide receiver Justin Jefferson in their Week 8 mat...
OCTOBER 21, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM
Seven tackles in loss James recorded seven total tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 38-24 loss to the Colts.
Impact James remained rather busy in Week 7, compiling at least seven tackles for the fifth time in seven games this season. The safety has now registered 49 total tackles (28 solo), including 1.5 sacks, while also adding three passes defensed --one of which was an interception -- this year.
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Seven tackles in loss James recorded seven total tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 38-24 loss to the Colts.
Impact James remained rather busy in Week 7, compiling at least seven tackles for the fifth time in seven games this season. The safety has now registered 49 total tackles (28 solo), including 1.5 sacks, while also adding three passes defensed, one of which was an interception, this year.
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Derwin James: "We've Got To Be Better" Derwin James meets with the media following the Week 7 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts to discuss the defense's performance against D...
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM

Slipping Chargers see just how high bar is being set in AFC in loss to Colts

In hindsight, perhaps it was not the best look for a team riddled with key injuries to be dressed like banana peels
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Jonathan Taylor scores 3 touchdowns and Colts beat Chargers 38-24 for NFL-leading 6th victory

Daniel Jones threw for 288 yards and two touchdowns as the Indianapolis Colts beat the Los Angeles Chargers 38-24
OCTOBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press
Derwin James, Jr. on Facing the Colts Offense Safety Derwin James Jr. speaks to the media during Week 7 ahead of this weekend's matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. Derwin discusses t...
OCTOBER 17, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM
Upgrades to full practice Thursday James (wrist) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
Impact James sustained a wrist injury during the Chargers' Week 6 win over the Dolphins, though X-rays came back negative. He opened the week as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, so his ability to work without restrictions Thursday indicates that he is on track to play against the Colts on Sunday. James has 42 tackles (25 solo) and three pass defenses (one interception) through the first six games of the regular season.
OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Mini-Movie: Herbert's Heroics vs. Dolphins Relive the LA Chargers' thrilling win vs the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Week 6 of the 2025 NFL season in this mini-movie. Experi...
OCTOBER 16, 2025 • CHARGERS.COM
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