Get ready for a deep dive into the Los Angeles Chargers' 2026 Fantasy Football outlook. With a revamped offense, a healthy offensive line, and a new offensive coordinator calling the shots, the Chargers are shaping up to be one of the most intriguing teams to target on draft day. We'll break down the players you need to know, the ones to grab at their current ADP, and the ones to avoid.
Team Overview & Key Changes
The Chargers are entering 2026 with a fresh look on offense. Jim Harbaugh remains at the helm, but Mike McDaniel has taken over as offensive coordinator, replacing Greg Roman. McDaniel's track record speaks for itself—he helped Tua Tagovailoa lead the NFL in passing yards in 2023 with the Dolphins. The team also added a key weapon in tight end David Njoku via trade from Miami, and drafted wide receiver Brenen Thompson in the fourth round from Mississippi State. With a strength of schedule ranked No. 9 (based on opponents' combined 2025 record of 151-138), the path to Fantasy success is clear.
2025 Offensive Stats at a Glance
- Points For: No. 20 (368 total, 21.6 per game)
- Passing Yards: No. 18 (3,608 total, 212.2 per game)
- Passing Attempts: No. 13 (569)
- Rushing Yards: No. 12 (2,067 total, 121.6 per game)
- Rushing Attempts: No. 15 (466)
Quarterback: Justin Herbert – A League-Winning Target
There's plenty to love about Justin Herbert this season, and he should be drafted as a No. 1 Fantasy quarterback in all formats. In one-quarterback leagues, he's worth targeting as early as Round 5, while in Superflex and two-quarterback leagues, a Round 2 pick is justified. Herbert stands to benefit immensely from McDaniel's system, plus the return of offensive tackles Rashawn Slater (missed all of 2025 with a knee injury) and Joe Alt (limited to six games in 2025). In those six games with Alt, Herbert averaged a stellar 25.1 Fantasy points per game. He also has a solid receiving corps featuring Ladd McConkey, Quentin Johnston, Tre Harris, rookie Brenen Thompson, Oronde Gadsden II, and new tight end David Njoku. And don't forget Herbert's legs—he's rushed for at least 300 yards and two touchdowns in each of the past two seasons. With an ADP of No. 71 overall as QB7 on FantasyPros, Herbert has the potential to be a league-winning quarterback in 2026.
Running Back: Omarion Hampton – Ready to Break Out
Omarion Hampton had an uneven rookie season in 2025, mainly due to injuries. But when he was healthy, he showed real promise. Now, with a fully healthy offensive line and McDaniel's creative run schemes, Hampton is poised for a breakout. The addition of Njoku as a blocking tight end only helps the ground game. If you're looking for a value pick at running back, Hampton's current ADP makes him an intriguing target in the middle rounds.