Chargers' RB Najee Harris OUT for Season After Brutal Achilles Injury!
Devastating Blow for Chargers: Najee Harris Out for the Season
The Los Angeles Chargers have suffered a significant setback as running back Najee Harris is confirmed to be out for the remainder of the 2025 season. The news comes after Harris sustained a non-contact Achilles injury during Sunday's hard-fought 23-20 victory over the Denver Broncos at SoFi Stadium.
Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh announced the devastating diagnosis on Monday, confirming the team's worst fears. The injury occurred in the second quarter when Harris planted his left foot during a play, with no contact involved. He immediately went down in visible pain, pounding the turf as medical staff rushed to his aid. He was subsequently carted off the field.
“It's a tough loss for us,” Harbaugh stated. “Najee was just starting to find his rhythm in our offense. We’ll be supporting him through his recovery.”
Harris's Short-Lived Chargers Tenure
The injury is particularly cruel for Harris, who signed a one-year deal with the Chargers this past offseason after spending his first four seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers. After overcoming an eye injury sustained in a fireworks accident earlier in the summer, which sidelined him for training camp, Harris was finally beginning to carve out a role in the Chargers' backfield.
In the game against the Broncos, Harris had six carries for 28 yards before the injury. The Chargers managed to secure the win, capped by a 3-yard touchdown run from rookie Omarion Hampton and a game-winning field goal. The victory pushed the Chargers to a perfect 3-0 start to the season.
What's Next for the Chargers?
With Harris sidelined, the Chargers will likely lean more heavily on Omarion Hampton and other running backs on the roster. The team will need to adjust their offensive strategy to compensate for the loss of Harris's experience and talent. The Chargers face a tough road ahead as they navigate the season without a key offensive weapon.
The team and fans alike are wishing Najee Harris a speedy recovery and hoping to see him back on the field soon.