Five Stats Behind the Chargers’ Shocking Offensive Woes to Start 2026 The Chargers are 0–2 for the first time under Jim Harbaugh, and the offense hasn’t been helping. Sports Illustrated · Sep 25
NFL Panic Meter: Ranking Every 0–2 Team Based on Desperation Only 11% of teams have made the playoffs after an 0-2 start. Sports Illustrated · Sep 21
The NFL’s Latest Offensive Trend Was Hiding in Plain Sight As It Swept the League in Week 1 A simple formation that was routine before the 2010s is back en vogue. And with quarterbacks back under center, we saw record point totals. Sports Illustrated · Sep 17
The Biggest Question for Every NFL Game In Week 2 What should teams be worried about heading into their second game of the season? Sports Illustrated · Sep 17
Matt Verderame’s Notes: Five On-Field Storylines That Are Key in Week 2 Tyler Shough’s rise in New Orleans, the Vikings’ blitz-happy defense and the Chargers’ outside running woes are among this week’s top storylines. Sports Illustrated · Sep 17
Week 1 Lessons: Bears Might Be Better Than Last Year Chicago recorded 552 yards and 59 points in its opener. Plus, the Chargers are not worth the hype, and the Bills’ offense is better with Joe Brady as head coach. Sports Illustrated · Sep 14
Ranking All 16 NFL Week 1 Games From Worst to Best The NFL’s Week 1 slate includes its first-ever game in Australia, five intradivision matchups and plenty of old faces in new places. Sports Illustrated · Sep 9
Fabs's Fantasy Football Winners and Losers From Preseason Week 2 Seahawks running back Jadarian Price is among those on the risers list after two preseason games, while other options have seen their fantasy value decrease. Sports Illustrated · Aug 24
What We Learned from Chargers-49ers Joint Practice: Justin Herbert Looks Primed for Breakout With new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel in town, the Chargers' quarterback looks set to be unleashed. Plus, more injury updates from the 49ers. Sports Illustrated · Aug 19
2026 Fantasy Mock Draft 6.0: Kenneth Walker III Moves Into Round 2 Our most recent 10-round mock draft reflects the Chiefs running back's rise in popularity. Sports Illustrated · Aug 14
NFL preseason storylines: are the Rams inevitable and will the Pats survive scandal? With the Hall of Fame game done, and the second round of preseason games underway, let’s look at the storylines that could dominate the coming weeks The Guardian - US · Aug 14
Albert Breer Empties His Chargers Notebook From Training Camp Stop in SoCal Mike McDaniel’s offense is starting to take shape with Justin Herbert and a healthy O-line as the foundation. Plus, a look at the decisions facing new DC Chris O’Leary. Sports Illustrated · Aug 1
2026 NFL Offseason Superlatives: Most Improved, Most Likely to Succeed and More Which teams and players had the best offseason? Who stirred up controversy heading into 2026? Sports Illustrated · Jul 29
What Vita Vea’s Trade Request and Jalen Carter’s Extension Say About the DT Market The timing is coincidental, but two big pieces of news illustrate the current value of the big men in the middle of the line. Sports Illustrated · Jul 28
Sports Illustrated · Jul 16 Eight Possible First-Time NFL Pro Bowlers in 2026, Including Two Quarterbacks The reigning Defensive Rookie of the Year, an underrated defensive back and even a kicker all crack Conor Orr’s list.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 15 Super Bowl LXI Road Map: Justin Herbert, Chargers Are Running Out of Excuses With Mike McDaniel as his offensive coordinator, it’s time for the Pro Bowl quarterback to finally break through and win a playoff game.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 26 2026 Fantasy Football Mock Draft 5.0: Ja'Marr Chase Moves Ahead of Puka Nacua Our latest 10-round mock draft has plenty of changes throughout, including in the first round.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 23 Offseason Good, Bad and Ugly: Rams’ Favorite Status Is Good for the NFL Having one clear team at the top makes the season more interesting. Plus, the Cowboys are intriguing and the Browns are considering a terrible decision.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 17 Albert Breer’s Mailbag: How Mike McDaniel Can Get Justin Herbert in the MVP Conversation The Chargers’ new OC should have an immediate impact. Plus, the Eagles’ future with Jalen Carter, the Cowboys’ with CeeDee Lamb and more.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 3 Cheetah Reunion: Tyreek Hill Prediction Market Trends Toward Chiefs Tyreek Hill has the strongest chance of signing with the Kansas City Chiefs according to Kalshi's prediction market.
Sports Illustrated · May 28 Albert Breer’s Mailbag: The NFL’s Division Most Up for Grabs in 2026 Why the early part of the schedule could decide the winner. Plus, the league’s domestic violence problem, Kellen Moore’s second season and more.
Sports Illustrated · May 13 Albert Breer’s Mailbag: Offensive and Defensive Rookie of the Year Favorites A Notre Dame running back will have a big year. Plus, why the Saints’ offense could be really good, Maxx Crosby's future in Vegas and more.
Sports Illustrated · Apr 17 The Pressure is Really on C.J. Stroud Now The Texans’ quarterback watched his salary get dwarfed by a teammate in his own draft class. A day worth celebrating in Houston has also shifted a spotlight.
Sports Illustrated · Mar 17 Dolphins’ Cap Situation: Miami Taking on Record Dead Money After Jaylen Waddle Trade The Dolphins traded Jaylen Waddle to the Broncos on Tuesday, signaling the rebuild ahead.
Sports Illustrated · Mar 9 Tua Tagovailoa Included a Really Sad Line in His Farewell Message to Dolphins Tagovailoa penned a bittersweet letter to the Dolphins after he was released from the team on Monday.