The Los Angeles Chargers head into NFL Week 1 against the Arizona Cardinals with just one major injury concern: Deane Leonard, a key special teams contributor, is the only player likely to miss Sunday's clash after back-to-back missed practices. Tuli Tuipulotu, Brenen Thompson, and Keaton Mitchell remain limited but are expected to suit up and play important—if limited—roles when the action kicks off. With 28 out of 29 national analysts predicting a Chargers victory, the narrative is set for a dominant LA performance. Does an overwhelming consensus make this a classic trap game? Not under Coach Harbaugh, whose no-complacency approach and new coaching staffs on both sides promise a focused, high-energy debut. The balance of roster strength and questions around the Cardinals’ defense point to a strong start for the Bolts—unless Sunday delivers a surprise few see coming.
The Los Angeles Chargers head into NFL Week 1 against the Arizona Cardinals with just one major injury concern: Deane Leonard, a key special teams contributor, is the only player likely to miss Sunday's clash after back-to-back missed practices. Tuli Tuipulotu, Brenen Thompson, and Keaton Mitchell remain limited but are expected to suit up and play important—if limited—roles when the action kicks off.
With 28 out of 29 national analysts predicting a Chargers victory, the narrative is set for a dominant LA performance. Does an overwhelming consensus make this a classic trap game? Not under Coach Harbaugh, whose no-complacency approach and new coaching staffs on both sides promise a focused, high-energy debut. The balance of roster strength and questions around the Cardinals’ defense point to a strong start for the Bolts—unless Sunday delivers a surprise few see coming.