The Los Angeles Chargers’ injury woes have continued to worsen following the news that cornerback J.C. Jackson will be ruled out for the remainder of the 2022 NFL season.
The Chargers coach Brandon Staley confirmed that Jackson ruptured the patella tendon on his right knee during the team’s 37-23 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
To add to the Chargers’ injury concerns, wide receiver Mike Williams has also fallen foul of injury, suffering a right high ankle sprain. According to the team, Williams is expected to be sidelined for several weeks.
Los Angeles is also without left tackle Rashawn Slater and edge rusher Joey Bosa, both of whom remained on injured reserve since being placed there during Week 3.
This lengthy list of injured players is a major concern for the Chargers, who have won four games and lost three since the start of the season, putting them in second place behind the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC West.
While Staley remains uncertain as to whether the ongoing injury crisis will ramp up the team’s trade activities leading up to the November 1 deadline, the team’s bye in Week 8 will be a welcome sight as they attempt to assess their current predicament.
