Chargers’ mounting injury troubles make Derwin James’ IR stint even more concerning

The Los Angeles Chargers have officially placed All-Pro safety Derwin James Jr. on injured reserve due to a hamstring setback, head coach Jim Harbaugh announced. James, who has been sidelined since Week 3 against Buffalo, is now ruled out for at least four games and will be eligible to return in Week 12 against the New England Patriots.

Bolt Beat reports that James' placement creates roster complications because the team only has five injured reserve activations remaining. With eight players eligible to return from injured reserve, including Rashawn Slater and Trey Lance, at least three players will be unable to return this regular season.