Elijah Molden - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Plays starting role again Molden finished the regular season with 52 tackles (28 solo) and an interception in 12 games, all of them starts.

Impact The safety started 12 of 15 regular-season games for the Chargers a year ago, his first season with the team. With two years left on the three-year deal he signed last February, Molden appears to be a part of the team's plans for 2026 as well.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 3 • Associated Press

Elijah Molden on Defensive Effort and Overcoming Adversity Chargers defensive back Elijah Molden meets with the media following the Wild Card matchup. Molden discusses the defense's performance again...

JANUARY 13 • CHARGERS.COM

Active for wild-card round Molden (hamstring) is active for Sunday night's wild-card matchup against New England.

Impact Molden will be good to go for the opening round of the postseason, ultimately being given the green light to play after logging a week's worth of limited practices with a hamstring injury. The 26-year-old will operate in his starting role alongside Derwin James at safety versus the Patriots.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Molden was sidelined for the Chargers' Week 18 loss to the Broncos due to a hamstring injury, but following a week of limited practice sessions, he could suit up Sunday. The 26-year-old from Washington is an integral part of Los Angeles' secondary, recording 52 total tackles and one interception across 12 appearances this season. If active for the wild-card round, Molden will likely operate as the Chargers' top free safety.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Still tending to hamstring injury Molden (hamstring) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Impact Molden sat out the team's regular-season finale at Denver because of a lingering hamstring injury, and it's still bothering him as the Bolts begin preparing for the Wild Card Round at New England. Unless he upgrades to full participation Thursday or Friday, he'll be expected to carry an injury designation into the weekend.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sunday Molden (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Molden was already doubtful to suit up, and with the Chargers sitting Justin Herbert (left hand/rest), it makes sense that the team would want to preserve other players' health for the playoffs. Newly signed defensive back Marcus Maye will likely take over Molden's role for Week 18.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to face Denver Molden (hamstring) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact Molden has started all 12 games in which he's appeared this season, but his regular season appears to be over, finishing with 52 tackles (28 solo) and one interception on 75 percent of the defensive snaps.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers Weekly: Elijah Molden Talks Broncos Matchup & Playoff Berth On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt "Money" Smith and host Chris Hayre recap the latest news involvi...

JANUARY 2 • CHARGERS.COM

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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.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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