Chargers must take their final chance to change their minds on trade deadline stance

Alexander Insdorf of Bolt Beat argues that the Los Angeles Chargers must reverse their reported reluctance to sell ahead of the NFL trade deadline following a blowout loss to the Houston Texans. Despite an 0-8 record and historically poor offensive output, reporters Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport noted the franchise previously indicated it would not trade veteran pass rusher Khalil Mack or act as deadline sellers due to concerns about signaling defeat.

Insdorf asserts that general manager Joe Hortiz and head coach Jim Harbaugh risk hurting the team's long-term future by refusing trade calls. The writer recommends exploring draft capital returns for veteran players on expiring contracts, specifically naming Dalvin Tomlinson, Donte Jackson, Kimani Vidal, and Keaton Mitchell as potential candidates to shop for Day 3 picks.