Summary
The Los Angeles Chargers placed their first-round running back, Omarion Hampton, on injured reserve due to an ankle injury. In response, they promoted Kimani Vidal from the practice squad and expect Hassan Haskins to take on a bigger role. The team also signed veteran Nyheim Hines to add depth.
Key Facts
- Omarion Hampton, the Chargers' 2025 first-round pick, is on injured reserve with an ankle injury.
- Kimani Vidal, a 2024 sixth-round pick, was promoted from the practice squad to the active roster.
- Vidal has played 12 NFL games, gaining 236 yards and scoring one touchdown.
- Hassan Haskins will likely have an increased role, with 303 total yards and three touchdowns in his career.
- Nyheim Hines was added to the practice squad for additional depth.
- The Chargers already lost Najee Harris for the season due to a torn Achilles injury.
- Hampton is expected to return after the mandatory four-week rest period on injured reserve.
