Chargers Kick Off 2026 Season | Los Angeles Chargers News

The Chargers kick off their 2026 season at home against the Arizona Cardinals, fresh off a 3-14 campaign and a fired coach, while the Bolts aim to build on back-to-back 11-win seasons with explosive new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel and QB Justin Herbert. Key players sit out, including safety R.J. Mickens, cornerback Deane Leonard, and rookies Logan Taylor and Alex Harkey, as edge rusher Tuli Tuipulotu battles a hip injury. Despite their consistency, the Chargers face a daunting schedule — and the regular season is finally here, with two new coordinators ready to make their mark. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.boltsfromtheblue.com/los-angeles-chargers-news/65422/chargers-vs-cardinals-live-game-recap-justin-herbert-omarion-hampton-mike-mcdaniel More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/44ae346b7910b508 Report issues to [email protected].