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Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver DJ Chark has been placed on injured reserve due to a hip injury, which will sideline him for at least the next four games. Chark, who joined the Chargers in May, was expected to be a key player in their receiving corps, having previously surpassed 1,000 receiving yards in a season. With Chark out, the Chargers will likely rely on Quentin Johnston and Ladd McConkey to step up in his absence.
- DJ Chark's absence will impact the Chargers' receiving strategy.
- Quentin Johnston and Ladd McConkey are likely to see increased roles.
DJ Chark | WR
Injury
23 rec TDs
- Chark has been placed on injured reserve due to a hip injury.
- He has struggled with injuries over the past five seasons, playing only 54 of 82 possible games.
Quentin Johnston | WR
Pickup
- Johnston, last year's first-round pick, is expected to take on a larger role with Chark out.
Los Angeles Chargers
- The Chargers will need to adjust their offensive strategy with Chark sidelined.
- The team is relying on younger receivers to step up.