ELIJAH MOLDEN #2 - DEFENSIVE BACK - LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
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4 Takeaways From the Texans' Win Over the Chargers

Houston's win impacted the playoff status of multiple teams while L.A.'s loss further exposed a key weakness. Here's what we learned.
1 DAY AGO • FOX SPORTS
4 Takeaways From the Texans' Win Over the Chargers
Stroud's Second INT of First Half Lands in Elijah Molden's Hands Inside Houston Territory Cornerback Elijah Molden intercepts Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud.
2 DAYS AGO • CHARGERS.COM
Active for Week 16 Molden (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.
Impact Molden was able to log limited practices throughout the week, and the effort has paid off as the free safety will be able to suit up against the Cowboys. In the 26-year-old's last full game against the Raiders, he logged five tackles, including two solo, through 96 percent of defensive snaps.
DECEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to play Sunday Molden (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.
Impact Molden suffered a hamstring injury against the Eagles that kept him out in Week 15 versus the Chiefs. With limited participation in practice all week, the 26-year-old has a chance to play Sunday. The fifth-year pro has 46 tackles (26 solo) in nine games played this season. Tony Jefferson will likely start if Molden is unable to play.
DECEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
Inactive for Week 15 Molden (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
Impact Molden was unable to practice all week due to a hamstring injury he sustained in Week 14 against the Eagles. He'll be sidelined for Sunday's game, which opens the door for Tony Jefferson to start at safety. Molden will aim to return for the Chargers' Week 16 tilt against the Cowboys on Sunday, Dec. 21.
DECEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Likely out for Sunday Molden (hamstring) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.
Impact The 26-year-old didn't practice all week after sustaining a hamstring injury in the Week 14 win over the Eagles. Molden is an important piece of the Chargers' secondary, recording 46 total tackles through 10 appearances this season. If he's sidelined as expected Sunday, Tony Jefferson will likely start at free safety.
DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE
Misses practice Wednesday Molden (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
Impact Molden suffered a hamstring injury during Monday's win over the Eagles and was forced off the field early, so it's little surprise to see him sidelined at practice. The starting safety will have two more chance to get in at least limited on-field reps ahead of Sunday's road matchup against the Chiefs.
DECEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
Done for Week 14 Molden (hamstring) has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's contest against the Eagles, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
Impact Molden suffered a hamstring injury in the first half and was ruled out during the third quarter. Tarheeb Still is getting work as the slot corner while Derwin James has slid over to safety in Molden's stead. Molden will look to get well ahead of next Sunday's clash against Kansas City.
DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Exits MNF with hamstring injury Molden (hamstring) is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Eagles, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Molden went to the locker room before halftime, and he is having his hamstring evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Monday's game. The Chargers will likely move Derwin James to safety and deploy Tarheeb Still in the slot corner position for as long as Molden is out of the game.
DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Elijah Molden Reflecting On Team's Loss: "It Starts With Accountability" Defensive back Elijah Molden speaks with the media following the Week 11 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. He reflects on the team's...
NOVEMBER 16 • CHARGERS.COM
Green light to play Week 11 Molden (knee) is active for Sunday's game against Jacksonville.
Impact Molden had his practice reps limited during Week 11 prep due to a knee injury, but he has been cleared to play Sunday after going through pregame warmups. The fifth-year safety has accumulated 30 tackles (17 solo) across seven regular-season games.
NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Sunday Molden (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Jaguars, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.
Impact Molden upgraded from a DNP on Thursday to a limited practice session Friday, suggesting he's trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's contest. The Washington product has appeared in seven games this season, recording 30 total tackles. If he misses his fourth game of the season in Week 11, expect Tony Jefferson to operate as Los Angeles' top free safety.
NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers in search of 4th consecutive victory as they travel to face the reeling Jaguars

The Los Angeles Chargers are looking for a fourth consecutive victory
NOVEMBER 13 • Associated Press
Chargers Form Impressive Goal-Line Stand vs. Titans on Fourth Down to Retain 3-Point Lead Defensive back Elijah Molden and linebacker Denzel Perrryman tackle Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard for no gain and a turnover on...
NOVEMBER 2 • CHARGERS.COM
Good to go against Minnesota Molden (thumb) is active for Thursday's game against the Vikings.
Impact Molden drew the questionable tag for Week 8 following three consecutive limited practices, and the fifth-year safety has been cleared to play after going through pregame warmups. He's slated to start at safety alongside Derwin James for Thursday night's home game.
OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
Officially listed as questionable Molden (thumb) is officially listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Vikings.
Impact Molden logged three consecutive limited practice sessions in preparation for Week 8 action, so it appears he has a fair chance to gain clearance to suit up for Thursday Night Football. The stating safety's status will be made official no later than 90 minutes prior to Thursday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff.
OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers' offensive star power will be tested by Vikings' exotic defenses on Thursday night

The Minnesota Vikings will visit the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night, pitting defensive coordinator Brian Flores' unit against QB Justin Herbert
OCTOBER 22 • Associated Press
Logs limited practice Tuesday Molden (thumb) was a limited participant in practice Tuesday.
Impact Molden was also deemed limited in Monday's practice estimation. The veteran safety hurt his thumb in Week 6 against Miami and didn't play this past Sunday against Indianapolis, but it appears he has a chance of returning to action Thursday versus Minnesota. However, if Molden can't suit up against the Vikings, RJ Mickens will likely again get an elevated role on defense.
OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Limited on Monday's estimation Molden (thumb) was listed as a limited participant on Monday's estimated practice report.
Impact Molden has missed three games already this season due to thumb and hamstring issues. The thumb injury prevented him from playing in Sunday's loss to the Colts. Tony Jefferson and R.J. Mickens soaked up most of the extra safety snaps alongside Derwin James in Molden's absence.
OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE
Limited on Monday's estimation Molden (thumb) was listed as a limited participant on Monday's estimated practice report.
Impact Molden has missed three games already this season due to thumb and hamstring issues. The thumb injury prevented him from playing in Sunday's loss to the Colts. Tony Jefferson and R.J. Mickens soaked up most of the extra safety snaps alongside Derwin James in Molden's absence.
OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Week 7 Molden (thumb) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact A thumb injury prevented Molden from practicing all week, and the fourth-year safety will miss his third game of the year as a result. With Molden inactive, rookie sixth-rounder RJ Mickens and Tony Jefferson are the top candidates to start at safety alongside Derwin James. Molden will aim to progress enough in his recovery to play Thursday against the Vikings.
OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
Chargers-Colts Inactives for Week 7: Joe Alt & Elijah Molden Won't Play Against Indianapolis Here are the Chargers inactive players for Week 7 against the Colts
OCTOBER 19 • CHARGERS.COM
Unlikely to play vs. Indianapolis Molden (thumb) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact Molden was unable to practice all week due to a thumb injury that he picked up during the Chargers' Week 6 win over the Dolphins. With the 2021 third-rounder not expected to play, Tony Jefferson and rookie sixth-rounder RJ Mickens are the top candidates to start at safety alongside Derwin James on Sunday.
OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
Head Coach Jim Harbaugh on Facing Daniel Jones & Colts Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh speaks to the media during Week 7 of the 2025 NFL season ahead of the Charger Power game against Daniel Jon...
OCTOBER 16 • CHARGERS.COM
No practice Wednesday Molden (thumb) did not practice Wednesday.
Impact Molden exited Sunday's game against the Dolphins with a hand injury but was able to return. His absence from practice is presumably related, leaving his status for Week 7 against the Colts unclear early in the week.
OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE
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