2026 · WEEK 5 CLOSE
$627−18.9%1W−78%SINCE '26 DRAFTHIGH $2,805
AGE24Nov 11, 2001
EXP2 yrssince 2024
HEIGHT6'0"
inherits 5% of LAC targets (38% vacated, his claim 15%)
McConkey (foot) was listed as a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
After being active but not playing in this past Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Broncos, McConkey is in a better spot on the health front in Week 6. He's participated on a limited basis in the Chargers' first two practices of the week, and if he can maintain that level of activity of upgrade to full Friday, McConkey could head into Sunday's game against the Chiefs without an injury designation. Much like the other core members of a struggling Chargers offense, McConkey has gotten off to an underwhelming start to 2026 with a 12-183-1 receiving line on 17 targets through his four appearances.
McConkey (foot) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's injury report.
Head coach Jim Harbaugh revealed earlier Wednesday that McConkey would get some work in, and he was officially marked down with a limited tag. It's too early to tell if McConkey will take the field in Week 6, but his participation in Wednesday's session bodes well for his chances of doing so.
McConkey (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Eric Smith of the Chargers' officials site reports.
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Following an aggravation of a foot injury last Sunday at Seattle, McConkey was held out of drills during Week 5 prep but still entered the weekend listed as questionable to suit up. Adam Schefter of ESPN then reported Sunday morning that McConkey wasn't slated to play, and while the wide receiver actually is in uniform, he isn't expected to have a significant role, per Schefter. If that comes to pass, Tre' Harris likely will serve as the No. 1 WR for QB Justin Herbert, while Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Derius Davis and Theo Wease are the other players available at the position aside from McConkey.
McConkey (foot) didn't practice Thursday.
McConkey dealt with a foot injury last week before attempting to play through it this past Sunday in Seattle. He eventually exited for good in the third quarter and hasn't practiced since then. Coach Jim Harbaugh termed McConkey "week-to-week" Monday, according to Alex Insdorf of BoltBeat.com, so it won't be a surprise if he's ruled out on the Chargers' final Week 5 injury report Friday.
McConkey (foot) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice.
McConkey attempted to play through a foot injury in Week 4, but when he exited this past Sunday's loss at Seattle in the third quarter, he had no catches among his two targets. Coach Jim Harbaugh told Alex Insdorf of BoltBeat.com on Monday that McConkey is "week-to-week," so his lack of activity to begin Week 5 prep lines up with that assessment. Friday's injury report ultimately may provide clarity on McConkey's status for Sunday's game against the Broncos.
McConkey won't return to Sunday's contest at Seattle due to a foot injury.
McConkey may have aggravated the foot issue he tended to in advance of this game, but in any case he had no catches (on two targets) at the point of his departure in the third quarter. With the third-year pro ruled out Sunday, Quentin Johnston, Tre' Harris, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Derius Davis represent the Chargers' healthy available wide receivers for the rest of Week 4 action.
McConkey (foot), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Seattle, is likely to suit up, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
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McConkey (foot) is active for Sunday's game at Seattle, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.
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McConkey (foot) is at practice Friday, Kris Rhim of ESPN reports.
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McConkey (foot) is questionable for Sunday's game against Seattle, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
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McConkey (foot) was seen walking out of the locker room with a limp after not taking part in Thursday's practice, Kris Rhim of ESPN reports.
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McConkey (foot) was a non-participant in Thursday's practice.
McConkey opened Week 4 prep Wednesday as a limited participant, so his downgrade in activity a day later is somewhat concerning with regard to his status for Sunday's game against the Seahawks. The Chargers will see what, if anything, McConkey is able to do during their final practice of the week Friday before deciding whether he'll carry a designation into the weekend. If Los Angeles' top wideout ends up being sidelined Sunday, more opportunities in the passing game would open up for wideouts Quentin Johnston and Tre' Harris and tight end Oronde Gadsden.
McConkey was limited at Wednesday's practice due to a foot injury.
McConkey previously dealt with a rib issue this season, but he's been able to suit up for all three contests en route to a 12-183-1 line on 15 targets. He'll have two more chances this week to get back to full participation, and Friday's practice report ultimately will unveil whether or not he enters the weekend with a designation for Sunday's game at Seattle.
McConkey (ribs) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
Separate reports leading up to the game indicated that McConkey intended to play, and he will indeed suit up for Week 2. McConkey is apparently playing through a cracked rib and will sport a flak jacket, so while he will be out there, it's unclear if he will fill his usual role.
McConkey (ribs), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, is "trending in the right direction" ahead of the 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Official word on McConkey's status will arrive when the Chargers post their inactive list 90 minutes prior to kickoff, but unless he experiences a setback with his cracked rib while warming up Sunday, the third-year wideout is on track to suit up. Schefter relayed earlier Sunday that McConkey will wear a flak jacket to protect his injured rib if he does wind up playing.
McConkey (ribs) "has made rapid progress" and "has every intention of playing" Sunday against the Raiders, Tom Pelissero of Netflix reports.
After sitting out practice the first two days of the week, McConkey was able to sneak in a limited session Friday, and while the report notes a final decision will not be made until later Sunday, it appears McConkey will give it a go in Week 2.
McConkey (ribs) secured all three targets for 35 yards in the Chargers' 26-14 loss to the Raiders on Sunday.
McConkey gained clearance from his questionable tag due to a rib injury to suit up, and the third-year wideout tied for the team lead in receptions while finishing second in receiving yards. However, it was a lackluster and mistake-filled day overall for the Chargers passing attack, so McConkey's numbers should also be viewed in that context. McConkey should play a critical role as Los Angeles looks to avoid what would be an alarming third straight loss to open the season in a Week 3 road showdown against the Bills next Sunday.
McConkey (rib) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, ESPN's Kris Rhim reports.
McConkey missed the fourth quarter of last week's game and didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, but a return to practice Friday gives him a shot to play this Sunday. If it comes down to a game-time decision, fantasy managers should have an alternative ready from the late-afternoon games or primetime contests (the Chargers are scheduled for a 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff). Quentin Johnston and Tre' Harris will both get plenty of snaps at wide receiver if McConkey ends up on the inactive list.
McConkey (rib) is back at practice Friday for the Chargers, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
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McConkey (rib) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, ESPN's Kris Rhim reports.
McConkey missed the fourth quarter of last week's game and didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, but a return to practice Friday gives him a shot to play this Sunday. If it comes down to a game-time decision, fantasy managers should have an alternative ready from the late-afternoon games or primetime contests (the Chargers are scheduled for a 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff). Quentin Johnston and Tre' Harris will both get plenty of snaps at wide receiver if McConkey ends up on the inactive list.
McConkey (ribs) was listed as a non-participant on Thursday's injury report.
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McConkey (rib) is working off to the side with a trainer at Thursday's practice, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
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McConkey (ribs) won't practice Wednesday, Alex Insdorf of BoltBeat.com reports.
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McConkey sat out Wednesday's practice due to the rib injury he suffered in Week 1, Eric Smith of the team's official site reports.
McConkey's early exit from the Week 1 loss to the Cardinals not only may have cost Los Angeles the game, it also cut short a stellar season-opening individual effort on the third-year wideout's part. McConkey already had five receptions for 82 yards and a touchdown on seven targets before departing, and a Week 2 absence against the Raiders would leave the No. 1 role in the hands of Quentin Johnston.
Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh labeled McConkey (rib) as day-to-day Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. Harbaugh added that the Chargers will see how McConkey progresses throughout the week before determining his availability for Sunday's game agains the Raiders.
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Head coach Jim Harbaugh didn't have a postgame update on McConkey (chest), who exited in the second half of Sunday's 26-14 loss to the Cardinals, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
McConkey was originally deemed questionable to return after absorbing a big hit in the third quarter, and the 2024 second-round pick didn't re-enter the season-opening loss. Prior to getting injured, McConkey compiled five catches on seven targets for a team-high 82 receiving yards, including an eight-yard touchdown catch. McConkey's status will bear monitoring as the Chargers prepare to host the Raiders in Week 2.
McConkey is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Arizona due to a chest injury.
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Mike Band of NFL.com thinks the scheme of offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel will make the most out of McConkey's speed and three-level versatility, making the third-year wideout a darkhorse candidate for the receiving triple crown.
Band highlights the absence of Keenan Allen and the Chargers' schedule favoring pass-heavy game scripts as additional reasons why McConkey could lead the NFL in receptions, yards and touchdowns in 2026. McConkey earned some Offensive Rookie of the Year consideration in 2024 but ran into a bit of a sophomore slump last year, finishing with 66 catches on 106 targets for 789 yards and six touchdowns across 16 regular-season games. McConkey figures to be a top target for quarterback Justin Herbert, with the former leading a Chargers pass-catching corps that also includes Quentin Johnston, Tre' Harris, Charlie Kolar and David Njoku.
McConkey played three snaps on offense and didn't show up in the box score otherwise during the Chargers' 20-18 preseason loss to the Rams on Thursday.
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McConkey failed to bring in his only target in the Chargers' 41-17 preseason loss to the 49ers on Thursday night.
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McConkey did not play in the Chargers' 27-7 preseason win over the Texans on Thursday.
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McConkey (hamstring) said he'll be "full go" for the start of training camp Wednesday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
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