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Chargers Designate TE David Njoku, LB Denzel Perryman For Return

Chargers tight end David Njoku has played just two games this year, while linebacker Denzel Perryman has yet to take the field. Injuries have prevented the two veterans from contributing in 2026, but they could come off IR soon. The…

By Connor Byrne · Pro Football Rumors

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 11:09 PM

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The Chargers designated tight end David Njoku and linebacker Denzel Perryman to return from injured reserve.
Both players now have a 21-day practice window to be activated to the roster.
Njoku has appeared in only two games this season after sustaining a fibula injury.

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The Los Angeles Chargers have designated tight end David Njoku and linebacker Denzel Perryman for return from injured reserve. The designation opens a 21-day practice window for the team to activate either or both veteran players back to the active roster.

Injuries have severely limited both players during the Chargers' 0-7 start to the 2026 season. Njoku appeared in two games before suffering a fibula injury, while Perryman has been sidelined since August 31 with an undisclosed issue.

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Chargers Designate TE David Njoku, LB Denzel Perryman For Return

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