The Chargers currently have Najee Harris and the first-rounder Hampton on injured reserve, with Hampton expected to miss more than the minimum of four games. Fourth-string backup Hassan Haskins is also hurt, leaving Kimani Vidal and four practice squad members as the only help at running back.

To make matters worse, the Chargers ruled out running back Hassan Haskins against the Vikings due to a hamstring injury. The only healthy running back on the active roster was 2024 sixth-round pick Kimani Vidal.

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