Chargers Rookie Running Back Omarion Hampton Suffers Ankle Injury, Faces Extended Absence
Los Angeles Chargers rookie running back omarion Hampton will be sidelined for at least teh next four games with a left ankle injury, head coach Jim Harbaugh announced Monday. The injury occurred during sunday’s 27-10 loss to the Washington Commanders.
Hampton, drafted 22nd overall in 2024, was injured in the third quarter after being tackled by Commanders safety Frankie luvu. He left the game in a walking boot and did not return. This setback further complicates the Chargers’ running back situation, already impacted by veteran najee Harris’s season-ending Achilles tendon rupture earlier this month.The Chargers had hoped to build a strong ground game around Harris and Hampton, mirroring the prosperous rushing attacks Harbaugh oversaw in previous coaching roles.
The Chargers will now turn to Hassan Haskins and Kimani Vidal to carry the load in the backfield. Harbaugh also indicated that practice squad member amar Johnson will be considered, alongside potential external options, to address the team’s needs at the position. Hampton’s absence represents a significant blow to the Chargers’ offensive plans and places increased pressure on the team to find effective solutions in the running game.
