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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 August 12, 2026.
| # | Name | Pos | Team | ADP | Bye |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Omarion Hampton | RB | LAC | 2.08 | 7 |
| 2 | Ladd McConkey | WR | LAC | 4.08 | 7 |
| 3 | Quentin Johnston | WR | LAC | 8.12 | 7 |
| 4 | Justin Herbert | QB | LAC | 9.08 | 7 |
| 5 | Cameron Dicker | PK | LAC | 12.11 | 7 |
| 6 | LA Chargers Defense | DEF | LAC | 13.01 | 7 |
| 7 | Oronde Gadsden | TE | LAC | 13.07 | 7 |
| 8 | Keaton Mitchell | RB | LAC | 14.04 | 7 |
| 9 | Kimani Vidal | RB | LAC | 14.08 | 7 |
Omarion Hampton
Omarion Hampton's current ADP is 2.08, which is the 8th pick of the 2nd round, and 19th selection overall.
Ladd McConkey
Ladd McConkey's current ADP is 4.08, which is the 8th pick of the 4th round, and 44th selection overall.
Quentin Johnston
Quentin Johnston's current ADP is 8.12, which is the 12th pick of the 8th round, and 95th selection overall.
Justin Herbert
Justin Herbert's current ADP is 9.08, which is the 8th pick of the 9th round, and 104th selection overall.
Cameron Dicker
Cameron Dicker's current ADP is 12.11, which is the 11th pick of the 12th round, and 142nd selection overall.
LA Chargers Defense
LA Chargers Defense's current ADP is 13.01, which is the 1st pick of the 13th round, and 144th selection overall.
Oronde Gadsden
Oronde Gadsden's current ADP is 13.07, which is the 7th pick of the 13th round, and 150th selection overall.
Keaton Mitchell
Keaton Mitchell's current ADP is 14.04, which is the 4th pick of the 14th round, and 160th selection overall.
Kimani Vidal
Kimani Vidal's current ADP is 14.08, which is the 8th pick of the 14th round, and 164th 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
Ladd McConkey, Ladd McConkey's Bounce-Back Case Is Getting Stronger
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey had a weird second season. After 82 catches, 1,149 yards and seven touchdowns as a rookie, he slipped to 66-789-6 in 2025 and never caught more than four passes in any of his final eight games. There is a pretty good reason to buy back in now. McConkey is full go after dealing with a hamstring strain during the offseason, and Mike McDaniel's offense looks like a much cleaner fit for him. The Chargers have been stressing quicker throws, motion and getting the ball into space, which should give McConkey chances to do what he does best. Justin Herbert has kept connecting with him in camp, including a long completion during Tuesday's one-on-one work. The room is not empty. Quentin Johnston and Tre' Harris are both involved, and Los Angeles also has a deep tight end group with Oronde Gadsden, David Njoku and Charlie Kolar. That makes a huge target jump tough to assume. But McConkey is healthy, the scheme suits him, and RotoBaller has him at WR17 in half-PPR. After last year's letdown, there is a pretty believable path back to WR2 production.
August 12, 2026 10:05 AM EST
Quentin Johnston, Quentin Johnston Has Room to Grow Beyond the Big Plays
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston has scored eight touchdowns in each of the last two seasons, but Mike McDaniel may give him more ways to produce in 2026. Johnston caught 51 of 84 targets for 735 yards in 14 games last year, and Los Angeles picked up his fifth-year option this spring. He has spent much of his NFL career doing damage downfield and around the end zone. McDaniel's offense could bring back another part of his game. Johnston has talked about getting more chances to create after the catch, something he did extremely well at TCU, and the early work with Justin Herbert has been encouraging. Ladd McConkey remains the safest bet to lead this receiving corps, while Tre' Harris and a deeper tight end room will keep Johnston from simply inheriting a huge target total. His 96.3 ADP reflects that uncertainty, with RotoBaller ranking him WR44 in half-PPR. Johnston doesn't need another eight touchdowns to pay off if McDaniel can get the ball into his hands in a few more ways.
August 12, 2026 9:12 AM EST
Cameron Dicker, Cameron Dicker an Elite Option at Kicker in 2026
Los Angeles Chargers place kicker Cameron Dicker enters the 2026 season as an elite option at the position. Dicker converted 38 of 41 field goal attempts in 2025 and added 34 extra points. He finished as the fourth-best kicker in fantasy last season and could build on that as the offense is set to improve under offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. The Chargers ranked 20th in 2025, down from 11th in 2024, when Dicker ranked third among kickers. With their offensive line revamped and healthy, and quarterback Justin Herbert eyeing a big season, the offense should move up and down the field, which is good news for "Dicker the Kicker." There's no doubt he is among the elite at the position and should be off the board with the best of the kickers.
August 11, 2026 8:00 PM EST
Justin Herbert, Justin Herbert Growing More Comfortable in Chargers New Offense
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is growing comfortable in his new offensive scheme, according to ESPN's Kris Rhim. Under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, Herbert has improved his timing and has been sharp and accurate with his receivers. Herbert's fantasy value has declined over the past two seasons under Greg Roman, averaging 17.3 fantasy points per game, 2.4 points below his previous average from his first four seasons. If McDaniel's offense unlocks more passing volume than Roman's, Herbert could return to his old form as a consistent Top-5 quarterback. Fantasy managers should expect Herbert to rank as a mid-QB1 in 2026 drafts.
August 10, 2026 6:53 PM EST
Keaton Mitchell, Omarion Hampton, Keaton Mitchell and Kimani Vidal All in Chargers' Weekly Plans
Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel does not sound interested in choosing just one backup behind Omarion Hampton. According to Alex Insdorf, McDaniel said he plans to use Hampton, Keaton Mitchell and Kimani Vidal in every game. The team's first unofficial depth chart, released Sunday, still lists Hampton as the starter, with Mitchell or Vidal in the top backup spot. Hampton rushed for 545 yards and four touchdowns in nine games as a rookie, while Vidal stepped in for 643 rushing yards and three scores. Mitchell brings a different element after averaging 5.8 yards per carry on 59 attempts for Baltimore last season. McDaniel's comment should not be read as a three-way split, but it does make the backfield a little less clean for fantasy. Hampton remains the clear lead option, while Mitchell and Vidal both have paths to weekly touches. That makes the backup picture worth watching rather than assuming one of them will simply disappear.
August 10, 2026 11:38 AM EST
