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NFL Rumors: Los Angeles Chargers May Take Surprise Approach to 2026 Trade Deadline

Los Angeles Chargers Rumors: Will the Chargers sell at the trade deadline? Recent NFL rumors shed light on how Los Angeles may approach it.

By Matt Johnson · Sportsnaut

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 2:30 PM

Key Things to Know

The Los Angeles Chargers might avoid selling at the 2026 trade deadline despite an 0-5 start.
Rival teams are reportedly monitoring Chargers players including Khalil Mack, Quentin Johnston, and Tuli Tuipulotu.
An NFL scout cited Jim Harbaugh and Joe Hortiz's known loyalty to players as a factor against selling.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Despite starting the 2026 season 0-5, the Los Angeles Chargers may resist trading away players ahead of the November 10 deadline, according to league insiders. While rival teams are monitoring Los Angeles for potential trade targets like Khalil Mack and Quentin Johnston, an NFL executive told FOX Sports' Ralph Vacchiano that the franchise might not consider becoming sellers.

An anonymous NFL scout noted that head coach Jim Harbaugh and general manager Joe Hortiz typically display strong loyalty to their roster. Sportsnaut's Matt Johnson argues that refusing to sell and acquire draft capital during a lost season would raise serious questions about the franchise's direction.

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