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Four games into the 2025 NFL season, the rookie class has already sorted into tiers, and the Offensive Rookie of the Year race has taken early shape. At this point, voters prize two things above all else: consistent opportunity and production in high-leverage moments. That means red-zone looks, third-down conversions, and splash plays that swing […]

The Los Angeles Chargers may have lost to the New York Giants in Week 4, but rookie running back Omarion Hampton put forth a performance that put him in historic company. The first-round pick from North Carolina rushed for 128 yards and a touchdown on just 12 carries, adding five receptions for 37 yards in […]

Week 5 of the fantasy football season ushers in a new wrinkle for managers: byes. With the Bears, Falcons, Packers, and Steelers all off the slate, depth at running back will be tested. The position remains the engine of most lineups. It’s also one of the most volatile, though. Injuries, matchups, and offensive line play […]

Week 4 of the NFL and Fantasy Football season is upon us and fantasy managers are scrambling to secure a solid start in their respective leagues. Running back is one of the most important positions on a fantasy football rosters given the volatility of the position in real life, constantly changing depth charts, and injuries […]

The Los Angeles Chargers march into MetLife Stadium riding high on their perfect 3-0 start, marking their best beginning since 2002. With Jim Harbaugh’s revolutionary coaching transforming this franchise and the Giants struggling at 0-3 while turning to rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart for his NFL debut, the stage is set for the Chargers to make […]

The Los Angeles Chargers managed to stay undefeated with a last second field goal against the Denver Broncos in Week 3. But they also saw running back Najee Harris suffer a likely season-ending Achilles tear. Harris will undergo further testing before the Chargers make any decisions, however, early reactions don’t paint a positive light on […]

The Los Angeles Chargers selected North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Hampton was the second RB taken, with Boise State superstar and Heisman Trophy runner-up Ashton Jeanty going to the Las Vegas Raiders at No. 6 overall. Entering the season, both Hampton and Jeanty were expected […]

The Los Angeles Chargers’ rookie Omarion Hampton got a lesson he won’t forget, and it came from a legendary running back-turned-cameraman. Marshawn Lynch, known for his Beast Mode ways and blunt advice, pulled Hampton aside after a rough moment against the Kansas City Chiefs. The rookie running back made a critical mistake late in the […]

Year two of the Jim Harbaugh era is almost here for the Los Angeles Chargers. The head coach has an old-school offensive philosophy, something he has worked on with offensive coordinator Greg Roman for quite a while now, dating back to their time together with the San Francisco 49ers. This offseason, Harbaugh and the Chargers […]

Every year, fantasy football managers do endless amounts of research in the hopes of identifying the next sleeper. Sleepers are essentially players that were overlooked on draft day, falling down draft boards, but ultimately outproduced their ADP (average draft position) massively. So much so that these players tend to find themselves on fantasy football championship […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are winding down training camp ahead of their season opener in Brazil against the Kansas City Chiefs. During training camp, they lost Rashawn Slater to a season-ending injury, but have had a rookie emerge. Chargers veteran Khalil Mack had high praise for rookie running back Omarion Hampton, according to Daniel Popper […]

Fantasy Football draft season is almost here, and the pre-season hype is easy to fall for. While they mostly won’t go in the first round, it’s the rookies that could win your league. From Ashton Jeanty and Travis Hunter to TreVeyon Henderson and Colston Loveland, there are a lot of rookies to parse through for […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are looking to improve on 2024, head coach Jim Harbaugh’s first year in charge. If they can contend for the AFC West title in addition to making a deep playoff run, then 2025 will have been a success. Running back Najee Harris was signed to a one year deal in free […]

The Los Angeles Chargers made an early playoff exit last season in Jim Harbaughs first year back in the NFL. The Chargers had plenty of chances to be a better team, but their offensive struggles were evident by Ladd McConkey being the only real weapon for Justin Herbert. Looking ahead to this upcoming season, Los […]

It has been an interesting offseason for the Los Angeles Chargers, who have some hidden gems. And one of their young receivers has been shining. But here is the Chargers’ rising rookie who has been turning heads in the team’s 2025 OTAs. Leading the way has been the Chargers’ first-round pick. Running back Omarion Hampton […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have doubled down on their run-first approach this offseason under head coach Jim Harbaugh. The Chargers landed former Pittsburgh Steelers rusher Najee Harris on a one-year, $9.5 million contract in free agency and the team spent its first round pick in the NFL draft on North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton. […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have improved a lot during the 2025 offseason. LA added playmakers on both sides of the ball, including RB Najee Harris, during free agency and the 2025 NFL Draft. The Chargers made an interesting roster move on Tuesday that could help them keep one of their offensive contributors. The Chargers have […]

Still without an answer at quarterback, the Pittsburgh Steelers are in an odd position entering the 2025 NFL Draft. With Shedeur Sanders suddenly dropping into their range at No. 21, their answer could potentially fall into their lap, but ESPN predicts the team will address another position in the first round with running back Omarion […]

The 2025 NFL Draft is happening today, and few teams are entering the weekend with more at stake than the Washington Commanders. After a bold offseason, the franchise finds itself at a pivotal moment. There’s sustained energy and cautious optimism among the fanbase. However, that goodwill will hinge on how effectively they navigate a draft […]

The Dallas Cowboys had a disappointing 2024 season. Dallas only won seven games during the regular season, due in large part to a season-ending injury to QB Dak Prescott. The Cowboys are doing everything they can to improve ahead of the 2025 NFL season. That could include drafting a new starting running back. Former Cowboys […]

The NFL Combine went down over the weekend, and now the 2025 NFL Draft is on the horizon as it is less than two months away. This is going to be an intriguing draft as there is a unique bunch of talent available, and the running back selection is especially interesting. This is shaping up […]