KRISTIAN FULTON NEWS

Chargers secondary playing at a high level despite injuries and lineup changes

Tarheeb Still’s breakout two-interception performance last week in Atlanta not only got him AFC Defensive Player of the Week honors, it spotlighted a Los Angeles Chargers secondary...

DECEMBER 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

J.K. Dobbins' knee injury could be tough news for the Chargers offense

Losing to older brother John Harbaugh and seeing the Los Angeles Chargers' four-game winning streak snapped Monday night might be the least of Jim Harbaugh’s problems this week

NOVEMBER 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ready to rock Fulton (hamstring) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bengals.

Impact The 26-year-old missed each of the Chargers' last two games due to a hamstring injury, but Friday's full practice suggests he's moved past the issue in time to face his former LSU teammate and superstar wide receiver, Ja'Marr Chase, on Sunday. Expect Fulton to start opposite Cam Hart in the Chargers' secondary in Week 11.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Kristian Fulton on Facing Ja'Marr Chase and the Bengals Offense Chargers cornerback Kristian Fulton meets with the media to discuss being able to compete against former LSU teammates Joe Burrow and Ja'Mar...

NOVEMBER 14 • CHARGERS.COM

Chargers' Week 11 Wednesday injury report: Kristian Fulton back on practice field Kristian Fulton provided great news on his status.

NOVEMBER 14 • USATODAY.COM

Opens week limited Fulton (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Impact Despite his limited participation, Fulton told reporters after Wednesday's practice that he feels 100 percent and plans to play against the Bengals on Sunday, per Kris Rhim of ESPN.com. Fulton has been sidelined with a hamstring injury for the Chargers' last two regular-season games, but his return for Week 11 would be timely as he would face off against Bengals' superstar wideout and former LSU teammate Ja'Marr Chase. Through seven

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive for Week 10 Fulton (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Titans, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Fulton will miss a second straight game due to a hamstring injury he picked up in Week 8. His next chance to suit up will be Week 11 against Cincinnati on Sunday, Nov. 17. Tarheeb Still, Dicaprio Bootle and Elijah Molden are candidates to see more snaps at corner opposite starter Cam Hart.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Week 10 Fulton (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Tennessee.

Impact Fulton was unable to practice this week, but he has not yet been ruled out Sunday against the Titans, who selected him in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Tarheeb Still and Elijah Molden will likely continue to see increased snaps in the Chargers' secondary while Fulton is sidelined.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Wednesday's practice Fulton (hamstring) didn't practice Wednesday.

Impact Fulton was sidelined for the Chargers' Week 9 win over the Browns after sustaining a hamstring injury the week prior, and Wednesday's DNP is likely an indication that he's in jeopardy of missing even more time. If the LSU product can't upgrade to at least limited participation Thursday or Friday, Tarheeb Still and Dicaprio Bootle could see increased work in the Chargers' secondary.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Sunday Fulton (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Browns.

Impact Fulton was unable to practice all week after sustaining a hamstring injury in the Chargers' Week 8 win over the Saints, so it's no surprise that he'll be sidelined Sunday. Expect Dicaprio Bootle to start opposite Cam Hart as part of the Chargers' top outside cornerback duo in Fulton's stead.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Opens week as DNP Fulton (hamstring) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Fulton exited the Chargers' Week 8 win over the Saints after sustaining a hamstring injury in the third quarter, so missing Wednesday's practice comes as no surprise. The 26-year-old cornerback likely needs to upgrade to at least limited participation by Friday in order to have a chance at suiting up in Week 9's matchup against the Browns. If he's unable to do so, expect Dicaprio Bootle to see increased work with Los Angeles' first-team secondary.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game with hamstring injury Fulton (hamstring) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Saints, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.

Impact Fulton injured his hamstring in the third quarter of Sunday's game. While he's sidelined, Dicaprio Bootle and Elijah Molden are candidates to see more snaps with the first-team defense at corner opposite starter Cam Hart.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Active against Arizona Fulton (hamstring) is active for Monday night's game against the Cardinals.

Impact Fulton was injured last Sunday against Denver but was able to make enough progress to get the green light for this one. With Deane Leonard (hamstring) and Asante Samuel (shoulder) recently placed on injured reserve, Fulton, Elijah Molden, Ja'Sir Taylor and Cam Hart should see the bulk of the cornerback work.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 7 Fulton (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Arizona.

Impact Fulton is in jeopardy of missing his first game of the season due to a hamstring injury he sustained in Week 6 against the Broncos. He didn't practice Thursday and Friday, and he could be a true game-time decision. Ja'Sir Taylor (leg) is also listed as questionable and Deane Leonard (hamstring) has been ruled out, meaning Cam Hart and Elijah Molden are the only healthy corners heading into Monday's game.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

DNP on Friday Fulton (hamstring) did not practice Friday.

Impact Fulton injured his hamstring during the Chargers' Week 6 win over the Broncos. He has yet to practice since the injury, and unless he's able to participate in some capacity Saturday, he's in jeopardy of being ruled out ahead of Monday's game against Arizona. Backup corner Deane Leonard (hamstring) and nickel corner Ja'Sir Taylor (leg) are both dealing with injuries ahead of Monday's game, and a vulnerable Chargers' secondary could open up the field for quarterback Kyler Murray and the Cardinals' passing attack.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers rookie cornerbacks Cam Hart and Tarheeb Still are making the most of their opportunities

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh considers one of the marks of a great team to be when the backup players step up when needed the most

OCTOBER 17 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Injures hamstring Sunday Fulton suffered a hamstring injury during Sunday's contest at Denver.

Impact At the time of his departure in the third quarter, Fulton had one solo tackle to his name. With Ja'Sir Taylor (leg) inactive, Deane Leonard (hamstring) ruled out of Sunday's game, and now Fulton banged-up, Cam Hart and Dicaprio Bootle are the only healthy and active Chargers cornerbacks.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Injures hamstring Sunday Fulton suffered a hamstring injury during Sunday's contest at Denver.

Impact At the time of his departure in the third quarter, Fulton had one solo tackle to his name. With Ja'Sir Taylor (leg) inactive, Deane Leonard (hamstring) ruled out of Sunday's game, and now Fulton banged up, Cam Hart and Dicaprio Bootle are the only healthy, active Chargers cornerbacks.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Fulton (knee) is active Sunday against the Broncos.

Impact Fulton was able to close out the week with back-to-back full practices but was still marked questionable. Ultimately, he'll be able to suit up and should start at corner opposite Cam Hart in the Chargers' secondary.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Gets questionable designation Fulton (knee) is questionable for Sunday's outing against Denver.

Impact Fulton looked like he'd be healthy after practicing in full on Thursday and Friday, but he now has a questionable tag ahead of the Chargers' bye week return. The 5-foot-11 cornerback hasn't missed a game yet this year, with 15 tackles (11 solo), three passes defended and one interception.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full practice Thursday Fulton (knee) was able to practice in full Thursday.

Impact Fulton sat out Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury, but the issue appears to have been minor. The cornerback's return to a full practice Thursday suggests that he's in no danger of missing Sunday's Week 6 clash against the Broncos. Fulton has logged 100 percent of the Chargers' defensive snaps in all but one of the team's four contests so far this season.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact The Chargers are coming off a bye in Week 5, so it's not clear whether Fulton injured his knee in Week 4 against the Chiefs or in the interim. Regardless, the 2020 second-round pick will have two more chances to return to the practice field ahead of Sunday's AFC West clash against the Broncos. Fulton has played 100 percent of the Chargers' defensive snaps in three of four regular-season games, and on the year he's accumulated 15 tackles (11 solo) and three passes defended (one interception).

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs put WR Rashee Rice on injured reserve after hurting his knee in a win over the Chargers

The Chiefs have placed Rashee Rice on injured reserve, sidelining him for at least four weeks

OCTOBER 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Why Kristian Fulton is Among NFL's Most Improved Players The Chargers cornerback is among the top players at his position early in the 2024 season

OCTOBER 3 • CHARGERS.COM

Kristian Fulton on Pick vs Chiefs: "Just Great Communication" Cornerback Kristian Fulton speaks to the media about picking off Patrick Mahomes in the Chargers' Week 4 matchup vs the Chiefs.

SEPTEMBER 30 • CHARGERS.COM