Los Angeles just dropped their first injury report for Week 3 and it’s absolutely wild. A whopping **14 players** are on that list, which is more than a quarter of their entire 53-man roster either sidelined or limited! This sets up a brutal Sunday game against Buffalo at Highmark Stadium, and man, the Chargers are facing an uphill battle already.
The Bills Aren’t Exactly Healthy Either
Buffalo’s own injury report is actually their longest of the season, clocking in at **10 players**, but at least they got some glimmers of good news. Wide receiver **DJ Moore** was back at practice Wednesday, even if it was on a limited basis in a non-contact jersey, after suffering that AC joint sprain last week against Detroit. He was sounding pretty optimistic afterward, telling reporters he “felt great” and that they’d “be good,” despite still needing to navigate some pain tolerance. That’s a huge sigh of relief for Bills fans, knowing he’s pushing to get back out there.
But it’s not all sunshine for Buffalo. Defensive tackle **Ed Oliver** completely missed practice with a hip injury that kept him out of the last game after experiencing hip spasms during pregame warmups. He was a surprise inactive back then, and he’s still considered day-to-day. And it gets worse: DT **T.J. Sanders** also didn’t practice Wednesday and definitely won’t play against Los Angeles after undergoing an appendectomy. He hasn’t even seen the field all season! To try and patch up their defensive line, Buffalo did sign veteran defensive tackle **Austin Johnson** to the practice squad for some much-needed depth. Even wide receiver **Keon Coleman** didn’t practice Wednesday because of an ankle injury, though he did manage to return quickly last week after becoming tangled and missing just two plays against Detroit. Three other Bills were limited: defensive back **Jordan Hancock** (hamstring), guard **Ar’mai Reed-Adams** (elbow), and of course, Moore. On a brighter note, running back **Ty Johnson** was a full participant, which is a big deal since he missed the first two games due to a hamstring injury suffered way back on August 8.
The Chargers’ Injury Catastrophe
Man, Buffalo’s list looks tame, though, compared to what’s going on in Los Angeles. Out of those **14 Chargers** on the report, **eight players** didn’t even practice Wednesday. Safety **Derwin James Jr.** and outside linebacker **Khalil Mack** both got rest days, but James is also dealing with a broken finger from last Sunday’s game against Las Vegas. Starting guard **Kayode Awosika** (fibula) and defensive lineman **Dalvin Tomlinson** (hamstring) are both expected to miss time after getting injured against the Raiders. And get this, tight end **Charlie Kolar** won’t play against Buffalo after undergoing surgery on his forearm. Seriously, it’s brutal for the Bolts! Add to that defensive back **Elijah Molden** (hamstring), offensive lineman **Trey Pipkins III** (knee), and wide receiver **Brenden Thompson** (quadriceps) all sitting out practice. Starting left tackle **Rashawn Slater** was limited because of a groin injury, which is another huge concern.
When these two teams hit Highmark Stadium on Sunday, you know it’s going to be an absolute battle of attrition. The Chargers are walking into this game with a roster decimated by injuries, and Buffalo, while not quite as bad, definitely has their own key guys banged up. This isn’t just about game plans; it’s about who’s even healthy enough to be *on* the field and make an impact. This game is gonna be a true test of grit and depth for both squads, that’s for sure.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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