2026 · WEEK 5 CLOSE
$0–1W−100%SINCE '26 DRAFTHIGH $29
AGE27Feb 10, 1999
EXP4 yrssince 2022
HEIGHT6'6"
Kolar reeled in three of four targets for 37 yards during Sunday's 23-17 loss versus the Broncos. He also lost a fumble.
Kolar was fighting for extra yardage after making a 19-yard grab for a first down in the first quarter when safety Talanoa Hufanga (ankle) jarred the ball loose, creating a turnover to set up a Denver touchdown. He managed two more catches for 18 yards the rest of the way, which was enough to make him the Chargers' most productive pass catcher in a game where quarterback Justin Herbert only threw for 121 yards. He projects to start as a blocking-first tight end again in a Week 6 tilt against the Chiefs.
Kolar (forearm) is active for Sunday's game against Denver, Eric Smith of the team's official site reports.
Kolar missed the last two games but will return despite practicing in a limited capacity during the week. With Kolar active in Week 5, Oronde Gadsden is expected to slide back to the No. 2 spot on the tight-end depth chart.
Kolar (forearm) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos.
Kolar was limited in practice all week due to a fractured forearm, but he's progressed enough in his recovery to draw the questionable tag after missing the Chargers' prior two games. Oronde Gadsden would continue to serve as the Chargers' top tight end if Kolar is unable to return.
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Kolar (forearm) remained limited in Thursday's practice.
Kolar broke his forearm in Week 2 against the Raiders and has missed the last two games. The block-first tight end's return will be welcomed by Los Angeles once he's cleared. The Chargers' offensive line has been a nightmare, and both starting tackles Rashawn Slater (ankle) and Joe Alt (neck) are again dealing with injuries.
Kolar (forearm) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Kolar has missed the Chargers' last two games while recovering from a fractured left forearm that he sustained in Week 2 against the Seahawks. He's progressed enough in his recovery to return to practice Wednesday, and his participation over the next two days will provide clarity on his chances of playing against the Broncos on Sunday. If Kolar is cleared to return, then he would likely split tight end duties with Oronde Gadsden since David Njoku (knee) is on injured reserve.
Kolar (forearm) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Kolar fractured his forearm during the Chargers' Week 2 loss to the Raiders. He'll miss a second consecutive game due to his injury, but the positive news for the fifth-year tight end is that he ended Week 4 prep with a limited practice Friday. Head coach Jim Harbaugh told reporters after Friday's session that Kolar is "doing everything and anything possible" to return to the field, and he could get back as soon as Week 5 against the Broncos on Sunday, Oct. 11. For now, Oronde Gadsden will serve as the Chargers' TE1, with Hayden Rucci also in the mix for offensive snaps.
Kolar (forearm) didn't practice Thursday.
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Kolar (forearm) is not practicing Wednesday, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
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Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh said Wednesday that Kolar (forearm) won't play Sunday in Buffalo but is expected to avoid placement on injured reserve, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
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Kolar plans to undergo surgery to repair a broken forearm and is hoping to return from injured reserve when first eligible for the Chargers' Week 8 game against the Rams, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
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Head coach Jim Harbaugh said Monday that Kolar will go on injured reserve due to a forearm injury he sustained during Sunday's 26-14 loss to the Raiders, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
Kolar was spotted with his left arm in a sling following Sunday's loss, and the injury is severe enough for him to warrant a stint on IR. That means he will be forced to miss at least the next four games and is eligible to return for Week 8 against the Rams on Sunday, Nov. 1. David Njoku (knee) is also set to go on IR, leaving Oronde Gadsden as the only healthy tight end on the Chargers' 53-man roster for the time being.
Head coach Jim Harbaugh said Monday that Kolar will go on injured reserve due to a forearm injury he sustained during Sunday's 26-14 loss to the Raiders, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
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Kolar (forearm) was spotted with his left arm in a sling following Sunday's 26-14 loss to the Raiders, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
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Kolar (forearm) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Raiders.
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Kolar played 43 snaps (30 on offense, 13 on special teams) without showing up in the box score otherwise during the Chargers' 26-14 loss to the Cardinals on Sunday.
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Kolar caught his lone target for nine yards during the Chargers' 20-18 preseason loss to the Rams on Thursday.
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Kolar and David Njoku both started Thursday's preseason game against San Francisco. Kolar finished with one catch for nine yards on eight snaps.
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Kolar could have a breakout campaign with the Chargers in 2026, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
The tight end signed a three-year, $24.3 million deal in free agency this offseason on the strength of his blocking ability, but Kolar may have untapped upside as a pass catcher as well after being stuck behind Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely in Baltimore. Kolar's path to a big role as a receiver isn't much clearer with the Bolts, however. Oronde Gadsden is coming off an impressive rookie season, and Los Angeles also brought in veteran TE David Njoku this spring. Kolar set modest career highs last season with 10 catches for 142 yards and two touchdowns on 15 targets over 17 regular-season games.
Kolar agreed to a three-year, $24 million contract with the Chargers on Monday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
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Kolar finished the season with 10 catches for 142 yards and two touchdowns on 15 targets over 17 games.
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