Chargers Activate Lambert-Smith; Sign Murphy to Active Roster

The Los Angeles Chargers announced on October 17, 2026, that wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith has been activated from Reserve/Injured; Designated for Return. In a corresponding transaction, the team released wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling. Additionally, outside linebacker Caleb Murphy was signed to the active roster to fill the vacancy left by fullback Alec Ingold, who was placed on Reserve/Injured.

The Chargers also elevated offensive lineman Daniel Brunskill and cornerback Isas Waxter from the practice squad ahead of Sunday's game. Lambert-Smith, a 2025 fifth-round pick, previously caught five passes and scored a touchdown as a rookie, while Murphy joined the active roster after contributing primarily on special teams across 21 career appearances.