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Chargers Top Fantasy Players
These are the top fantasy football players of the Los Angeles Chargers as ranked by Average Draft Position (ADP) in PPR-format mock drafts.
Data as of September 10, 2025.
| # | Name | Pos | Team | ADP | Bye |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ladd McConkey | WR | LAC | 2.12 | 12 |
| 2 | Omarion Hampton | RB | LAC | 4.05 | 12 |
| 3 | Justin Herbert | QB | LAC | 10.02 | 12 |
| 4 | Cameron Dicker | PK | LAC | 13.02 | 12 |
Ladd McConkey
Ladd McConkey's current ADP is 2.12, which is the 12th pick of the 2nd round, and 23rd selection overall.
Omarion Hampton
Omarion Hampton's current ADP is 4.05, which is the 5th pick of the 4th round, and 41st selection overall.
Justin Herbert
Justin Herbert's current ADP is 10.02, which is the 2nd pick of the 10th round, and 109th selection overall.
Cameron Dicker
Cameron Dicker's current ADP is 13.02, which is the 2nd pick of the 13th round, and 146th selection overall.
Los Angeles Chargers 2025 Schedule
| Week | Home/Away | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Home | Kansas City Chiefs |
| 2 | Away | Las Vegas Raiders |
| 3 | Home | Denver Broncos |
| 4 | Away | New York Giants |
| 5 | Home | Washington Commanders |
| 6 | Away | Miami Dolphins |
| 7 | Home | Indianapolis Colts |
| 8 | Home | Minnesota Vikings |
| 9 | Away | Tennessee Titans |
| 10 | Home | Pittsburgh Steelers |
| 11 | Away | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| 13 | Home | Las Vegas Raiders |
| 14 | Home | Philadelphia Eagles |
| 15 | Away | Kansas City Chiefs |
| 16 | Away | Dallas Cowboys |
| 17 | Home | Houston Texans |
| 18 | Away | Denver Broncos |
Los Angeles Chargers News
Kimani Vidal, Chargers Officially Re-Sign Kimani Vidal
The Los Angeles Chargers officially re-signed exclusive-rights free-agent running back Kimani Vidal to an undisclosed one-year deal, according to Howard Balzer of Cardinals Wire. Vidal saw a lot more work in 2025 than probably anyone was expecting, even Vidal. Early-season injuries to Najee Harris (Achilles) and Omarion Hampton (ankle) forced the 24-year-old into the RB1 role in L.A. last year, and it led to 155 carries for 643 yards and three touchdowns in 13 regular-season games. Vidal also had 16 receptions on 22 targets for 136 yards and another touchdown as a receiver. Harris won't return to the Chargers, but the Chargers added Keaton Mitchell to the running back room alongside Hampton, who will be in his second season in the NFL. Vidal figures to be the favorite to win the RB2 role to begin next season, but Mitchell will probably take a lot of valuable pass-catching opportunities. At best, Vidal will probably be a handcuff option for managers who select Hampton.
April 14, 2026 6:22 PM EST
Quentin Johnston, Quentin Johnston Presented with Opportunity for More Volume
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston is on track to handle an increased workload during the 2026 season. Keenan Allen remains a free agent, and at this point, it seems unlikely that he'll return to the Bolts. Barring a big Tre' Harris breakout, Johnston should take over as the Chargers' No. 2 wide receiver behind Ladd McConkey. The TCU product's biggest issue in the past has been drops, so he'll need to demonstrate more reliable hands in order to thrive with additional volume. We saw his improved catching skills last year, as he finished the season with a career-low two drops despite handling a career-high 77% snap share. Managers should feel encouraged by his reliability last season, when he finished as the WR34 with 735 yards and eight touchdowns. He's trending up and represents an intriguing target in dynasty leagues.
April 12, 2026 11:22 AM EST
Ladd McConkey, Can Ladd McConkey Recapture Rookie Season Magic?
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey burst onto the scene as a 2024 rookie, finishing his first season with 1,149 yards and seven touchdowns on a team-leading 82 receptions. He entered his second season priced as a low-end WR1 in both redraft and dynasty leagues as fantasy managers underestimated the impact of a returning Chargers legend. Keenan Allen came back to Los Angeles in 2025 as a 33-year-old veteran and promptly led the team in targets and receptions, operating primarily in the same short-to-intermediate parts of the field as McConkey. Heading into the NFL Draft, Allen remains unsigned, and McConkey should see every chance to thrive in new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel's rhythm-based scheme that will maximize his ability to add yards after the catch. Among players with at least a 60% snap share out of the slot, McConkey's 4.8 yards after catch average through his first two seasons already lands him near the top of the league, but McDaniel should repeatedly motion him into position to make even greater use of his 4.39-speed and return to something resembling his rookie form.
April 12, 2026 5:49 AM EST
Justin Herbert, Justin Herbert a Dynasty Target with New-Look Offense Around Him?
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is coming off his best fantasy season since 2021, and there's a real chance that he could continue to trend upward going forward. Herbert was the overall QB10 in fantasy football last season, tallying 26 passing touchdowns but throwing 13 interceptions. It was his highest interception since, ironically, that aforementioned 2021 campaign. Managers should be optimistic about the future outlook of the first-round pick, given the state of the offense. For starters, the Chargers hired offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, a potential play-calling mastermind who can maximize the potential of his players. The Chargers also made a concerted effort to bolster their league-worst offensive line. Now, Herbert will have Cole Strange and Tyler Biadasz in front of him, and he should also get star tackles Rashawn Slater (knee) and Joe Alt (ankle) back from injury. The only glaring subtraction is wide receiver Keenan Allen, but Herbert should still have plenty of reliable targets in Ladd McConkey, Quentin Johnston, and Oronde Gadsden III. With a solidified offense around him, Herbert can be a top-10 fantasy quarterback with top-five upside in 2026 and beyond. He's an intriguing target in dynasty leagues this offseason.
April 7, 2026 9:55 PM EST
Oronde Gadsden, Oronde Gadsden II Due for a Year 2 Breakout?
Los Angeles Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden II flashed tremendous upside at various points throughout his rookie season in 2025. He had a four-game stretch with 24 catches, 377 yards, and two touchdowns from Week 6-9, and he added two more double-digit fantasy performances from Week 15-17. Gadsden had some explosive showings, but his lack of consistency prevented him from establishing himself as a surefire TE1. Instead, he finished the year as the overall TE15 in PPR leagues. That's still not bad for a rookie by any means, but we'd like (and expect) to see Gadsden take a significant leap heading into Year 2 of his career. Not only is the second season a common time for tight ends to break out, but Gadsden should also benefit from the Chargers' new-look offensive system. The Bolts hired mastermind Mike McDaniel as their new offensive coordinator, taking the offense to a whole new level. We've seen McDaniel squeeze production from a variety of tight ends. Darren Waller averaged 9.9 fantasy points and 0.7 touchdowns per game with the Dolphins last year; Jonnu Smith was the overall TE4 in fantasy with eight touchdowns in 2024; and, of course, McDaniel oversaw George Kittle's TE4 finish as the 49ers' offensive coordinator in 2021. Managers typically think of McDaniel as a running back and wide receiver whisperer, but his impact on tight ends cannot be overlooked. Gadsden has top-10 upside heading into 2026, making him a low-cost redraft selection and an intriguing buy-low option in dynasty leagues.
April 6, 2026 7:10 PM EST
