KeAndre Lambert-Smith - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Logs one long catch in Week 9 loss Lambert-Smith registered one catch (on four targets) for 50 yards in Sunday's loss to Houston.

Impact Lambert-Smith wasn't exactly prolific in spite of logging a hearty 40 offensive snaps, but he made his one catch count, hauling in a 50-yard reception in the third quarter. However, the woeful Chargers turned the ball over on a fumble two plays later. Lambert-Smith has spent much of the season on IR and has had an inconsistent role when suiting up, but he was deployed pretty heavily Sunday because Ladd McConkey couldn't play due to back spasms. If McConkey is also sidelined next Monday in Baltimore, Lambert-Smith could again be a fairly big part of Los Angeles' air attack.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chargers QB Justin Herbert avoids injury to non-throwing hand after taking 8 sacks vs. Texans

Justin Herbert avoided injury when he was sacked eight times in a loss to the Houston Texans

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Two offensive snaps versus Rams Lambert-Smith did not garner a target during Sunday's 24-9 loss to the Rams.

Impact Lambert-Smith was expected to revert back to a minimal role on offense in Week 8 with both Ladd McConkey and Tre' Harris returning to action, and that is exactly what happened. Lambert-Smith played just two offensive snaps in the contest, and he will continue to have little to no fantasy value as long as the rest of the Chargers' primary pass catchers are healthy.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Likely set for reduced role Week 8 Lambert-Smith is likely to drop down the wideout pecking order Sunday versus the Rams, as Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports that both Ladd McConkey (concussion) and...

Impact McConkey missed most of Week 6, and Harris sat out that contest altogether. As a result, Lambert-Smith logged an 87 percent offensive snap count, which he turned into his first five catches and 39 yards of the season on nine targets. However, the Chargers' bye week has provided enough time for McConkey and Harris to recover, so Lambert-Smith will probably go back to a very minor role on offense.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Harbaugh says 0-6 Chargers considering everything during the bye week

The Los Angeles Chargers are winless and facing internal scrutiny during their bye week

OCTOBER 22 • Associated Press

Draws nine targets in loss Lambert-Smith caught five of nine targets for 32 yards during Sunday's 22-6 loss at Kansas City.

Impact Lambert-Smith drew 12 targets total over 10 games during his rookie season in 2025, so his involvement in Week 6 is eyebrow-raising. His 59 offensive snaps actually paced the Chargers' wide receivers Sunday with Tre' Harris (hamstring) sidelined and Ladd McConkey knocked out of the contest early by a concussion. Offensive Coordinator Mike McDaniel notoriously covets players with breakaway speed, which Lambert-Smith definitely possesses (4.37-second 40-yard dash), so McDaniel may continue to try to find ways to get Lambert-Smith involved as the campaign progresses.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Jim Harbaugh looking for answers in all aspects of the Chargers' struggling offense

The Los Angeles Chargers are searching for solutions to their struggling offense as they remain winless this season

OCTOBER 19 • Associated Press

Returning to action Sunday Lambert-Smith (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Impact After being designated for return to practice this week, Lambert-Smith turned in a pair of limited sessions before upgrading to full participation Friday. He ultimately showed enough improvement in his recovery from the hamstring injury for the Chargers to clear him to play for the first time since Week 1. Lambert-Smith's return to action will bolster a receiving corps that will be without Tre' Harris (hamstring) in Week 6.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off IR The Chargers activated Lambert-Smith (hamstring) from injured reserve Saturday, and he is questionable for Sunday's matchup versus Kansas City.

Impact Lambert-Smith suffered a hamstring injury in Week 1 against Arizona and has been sidelined since. He was able to post an LP/LP/FP practice log this week, but it's not yet certain that he'll suit up Sunday. Should Lambert-Smith be active, he could see some opportunities on offense given the injuries to fellow wideouts Tre' Harris (hamstring - out) and Brenen Thompson (quadriceps - questionable).

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers get a boost as KeAndre Lambert-Smith returns from IR ahead of Chiefs game

The Los Angeles Chargers have activated wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith from the reserve/injured list

OCTOBER 17 • Associated Press

Tagged as questionable Week 6 Lambert-Smith (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against Kansas City.

Impact Lambert-Smith has a chance to be activated from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's AFC West showdown. The second-year wideout was a full participant in Friday's practice, and if he's activated from IR, then he could operate in an elevated role on offense due to the absence of Tre' Harris (hamstring).

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in another practice Lambert-Smith (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact One of six Chargers receivers on the Week 6 injury report, Lambert-Smith is the only one who isn't currently on the 53-man roster. He's been on injured reserve since Week 2 due to a hamstring injury, but after having his 21-day practice window opened Tuesday, Lambert-Smith could have a shot at suiting up this Sunday in Kansas City. He's been a limited participant in both of the first two practices of the week, so he may need to turn in a full session Friday in order for the Chargers to feel comfortable activating him.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to practice The Chargers designated Lambert-Smith (hamstring) for return from injured reserve Tuesday.

Impact The transaction opens up a 21-day window wherein Lambert-Smith can be evaluated in practice before the Chargers would need to add him to the 53-man roster. If Lambert-Smith is able to turn in multiple full practices in Week 6, he would stand a decent chance of being activated from IR ahead of Sunday's game in Kansas City. The Chargers could have a need for the 24-year-old Lambert-Smith to absorb some snaps at receiver after all of Ladd McConkey (foot), Quentin Johnston (chest) and Brenen Thompson (quadriceps) sat out this past Sunday's loss to the Broncos, while Tre' Harris (hamstring) exited the game early.

OCTOBER 13 • 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

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

Lands on injured reserve The Chargers placed Lambert-Smith (hamstring) on injured reserve Tuesday.

Impact Lambert-Smith suffered a significant hamstring injury during the Chargers' Week 1 loss against the Cardinals, warranting a stint on the IR. As such, the second-year pro will be required to miss at least the next four games and is eligible to return for Week 6 against the Chiefs on Sunday, Oct. 18, though he may need more time to recover. Gary Jennings was signed to the Chargers' 53-man roster in a corresponding move.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers lose KeAndre Lambert-Smith to injured reserve after Week 1 loss

The Los Angeles Chargers have placed wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith on injured reserve

SEPTEMBER 15 • Associated Press

Set to miss time with hamstring injury Lambert-Smith (hamstring) will miss some time after exiting last Sunday's game against the Cardinals early, Alex Insdorf of BoltBeat.com reports.

Impact Lambert-Smith exited the second half of last Sunday's contest with a significant hamstring injury. The wide receiver will likely miss multiple weeks due to the issue. The Chargers will need to look for some practice squad elevations at wide receiver with Lambert-Smith out and Derius Davis (undisclosed) also dealing with an injury. No. 1 wide receiver Ladd McConkey (ribs) is also dealing with an injury, leaving the team even thinner at the position.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers' defense struggles in first outing under new coordinator Chris O'Leary

Mike McDaniel wasn’t the only Los Angeles Chargers coordinator to have a bad debut on Sunday

SEPTEMBER 14 • Associated Press

Questionable to return with hamstring issue Lambert-Smith (hamstring) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact Lambert-Smith exited the second half of Sunday's game. If the hamstring issue is anything other than a minor hit the wide receiver will likely be required to miss time as he manages the issue. Derius Davis may see an increased role in the Chargers' passing offense in Lambert-Smith's absence.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Hauls in one pass during exhibition finale Lambert-Smith caught his only target for 21 yards in Thursday's preseason loss to the Rams.

Impact Lambert-Smith worked behind the starters and ended up logging 16 offensive snaps. Over the course of the exhibition slate, Lambert-Smith led the Chargers in receptions (seven), targets (11) and receiving yards (93). That could help him in his battle for positioning in the Chargers' WR pecking order, though Ladd McConkey, Quentin Johnston and Tre' Harris (undisclosed) are all comfortably ahead of him on the depth chart.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

DJ Uiagalelei Drops In 21-Yard Toss to KeAndre Lambert-Smith Chargers quarterback DJ Uiagalelei drops in a pass along the sideline to wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith for a 21-yard gain.

AUGUST 28 • CHARGERS.COM

Four targets in blowout loss Lambert-Smith caught two of four targets for 14 yards in Thursday night's 41-17 preseason loss to the 49ers.

Impact Lambert-Smith also returned two punts for 15 total yards. The wide receiver played 34 percent of the Chargers' offensive snaps, garnering a decent amount of attention for the time he was on the field. The second-year player out of Auburn is fighting to acquire a starting spot in the team's wide receiving corps, with Ladd McConkey, Quentin Johnston (lower body), Tre' Harris (undisclosed) and Brenen Thompson all currently set to see more snaps.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers' KeAndre Lambert-Smith is Becoming Impossible to Ignore The young and hungry wide receiver keeps getting better, and it's hard to ignore.

AUGUST 17 • SI.COM

How KeAndre Lambert-Smith & Amar Johnson Will Look to Build on Standout Preseason Performances The pair of young Chargers stood out in the preseason opener against the Texans

AUGUST 15 • CHARGERS.COM

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