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Wed, 13 May 2026 18:17:09 GMT Locked On Chargers https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56608765 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56608765 false false The Chargers will not travel the most miles in the NFL for the first time since 2023 as they rank seventh for the 2026 season Wed, 13 May 2026 17:46:10 GMT Omar Navarro https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56608383 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56608383 false false The latest updates continue to intensify involving the current San Francisco 49ers wide receiver, Brandon Aiyuk, this offseason. The stalemate could move closer to the 2026 regular season, but . This means the 49ers should release him and allow him to search for a new home. Earlier this offseason, the team reportedly said that they’re releasing him, but they haven’t moved him just yet. After June 1, Aiyuk should officially become available if the 49ers decide to release him then. If the team did release him before next month, they would accrue nearly $30 million in dead money. Meanwhile, the 49ers signed and Christian Kirk in free agency, while , meaning that the team has completely moved on. After voiding Aiyuk’s guarantees, the team might wait a little longer, but his salary would rise to $26 million next year. This is where it becomes complicated. Main Photo: Junfu Han-USA TODAY NETWORK 4 Teams Reportedly Willing to Wait for Top Impending NFL Free Agent Brandon Aiyuk Another source noted that if a trade finally happens, an acquiring team will want to wait until the 49ers rework Brandon Aiyuk’s deal. It wouldn’t make sense to trade him and leave all of the financial responsibility on the next team. This is why a release is much more sensible. At least, it gives several teams another receiver to look at in free agency, but at the same time, it’s easy to understand why the 49ers are waiting. If a team were desperate, they might’ve made a trade for Aiyuk a long time ago. However, for now, here are four teams that are currently waiting on the receiver to become available. Possible Landing Spots Baltimore Ravens Despite , the Baltimore Ravens will likely need to operate with a veteran receiver. However, the receiver unit continues to get younger with , Rashod Bateman and now DeVontez Walker stepping into a larger role. The team embraced the likes of Diontae Johnson, Odell Beckham Jr. and most recently DeAndre Hopkins. Brandon Aiyuk isn’t going to electrify this offense, but he might be a better asset than Walker. The sky is the limit for Walker and Lane in this offense, but with other hiring Jesse Minter, the team is in “win now” mode led by Lamar Jackson. Aiyuk is no final puzzle piece, but could find himself in this new regime. Los Angeles Chargers Meanwhile, , the Chargers are likely frontrunners in targeting the veteran. Even though is still available, if the Chargers don’t sign him, they could pursue Brandon Aiyuk. The team selected Brenen Thompson to embrace the rebuild in the WR room between Tre Harris and KeAndre Lambert-Smith. However, when you have a QB like Justin Herbert, he’s also another leader looking to win a Super Bowl. Ladd McConkey is solid, but Quentin Johnston has “finally” shown some type of life. Aiyuk won’t fix this offense overnight, but his veteran presence could be useful, especially for the postseason. Los Angeles Rams The Rams have two high-stakes receivers in and Davante Adams, but they never signed another veteran to help this offense. The team also has Colby Parkinson and Tyler Higbee, but there’s still a need for a decent receiver at the right price. Los Angeles explored trading Adams, but that might’ve been the worst idea if it didn’t come with a receiver replacement. As Jordan Whittington is preparing for his second season, why not add Aiyuk to the unit to help him? Washington Commanders The Commanders have been linked to Aiyuk multiple times this offseason. However, after and making free agent additions, it’s hard to envision that Aiyuk will join in Washington. Unless they cut either Dyami Brown or Van Jefferson despite just signing them, the Commanders could take a look at Aiyuk in the future. Wed, 13 May 2026 17:37:14 GMT Anthony Palacios https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56608259 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56608259 false false Take a look back at the third week of the Chargers 2026 off-season program in monochrome. Wed, 13 May 2026 17:34:46 GMT https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56608226 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56608226 false false Mitchell had been a promising player for the Ravens. Wed, 13 May 2026 17:33:01 GMT Billy Heyen https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56608195 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56608195 false false After nearly a week of negotiations, the Los Angeles Chargers added tight end David Njoku on a one-year, $8 million deal for 2026. In terms of fit, Njoku couldn Wed, 13 May 2026 17:10:13 GMT G.C. Bellchamber https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56607900 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56607900 false false WR Brenen Thompson EXPLODING at Chargers Rookie Minicamp! The dynamic fourth-round pick (No. 105 overall, 2026 NFL Draft) out of Mississippi State shows off ... Wed, 13 May 2026 16:36:04 GMT Bolt Bros Chargers Podcast https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56607482 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56607482 false false Don't look now, but Mike McDaniel's Chargers offense found a steal in free agency. Wed, 13 May 2026 15:54:30 GMT Chris Roling https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56606928 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56606928 false false The Los Angeles Chargers made a number of additions this offseason to help ease the transition to Mike McDaniel's offensive scheme. They re-assembled the entire Wed, 13 May 2026 14:38:48 GMT G.C. Bellchamber https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56606003 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56606003 false false On the eve of the 2026 NFL Schedule Release, here's the Top 5 individual matchups on the Chargers schedule Wed, 13 May 2026 14:36:15 GMT Omar Navarro https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56605978 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56605978 false false The Chargers made a handful of roster moves on Tuesday, signing three players and waiving four in a corresponding move. Per The Athletic’s Daniel Popper, the Bolts officially signed tight end Johnny Pascuzzi, safety Myles Purchase (formerly a cornerback in 2025), and offensive tackle Laekin Vakalahi. To offset the additions, the team waived edge rusher […] Wed, 13 May 2026 14:34:02 GMT Michael Peterson https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56605951 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56605951 false false Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Five things to know about the 2026 schedule release (Chargers.com) Mike McDaniel recently spoke on the current state of the Chargers offensive line (Chargers.com) Five things to know about David Njoku, the Chargers’ newest tight end (Chargers Wire) Chargers […] Wed, 13 May 2026 14:33:58 GMT Michael Peterson https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56605950 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/los-angeles-chargers/articles/56605950 false false