Chargers Fantasy Football Highlights: Ekeler, Herbert, and Kelley Shine Despite Loss

In Week One, the Los Angeles Chargers faced off against the Miami Dolphins, resulting in a loss, but it was a fantasy football bonanza for several Chargers players. Despite the defeat, the Chargers showcased their offensive prowess by scoring 36 points, leading to many of their players having standout performances in the fantasy football realm.

The Chargers’ offensive juggernaut generated an impressive 433 yards of total offense, with multiple players amassing over 20 points in full PPR fantasy leagues. The Chargers’ fantasy football stars shone brightly in this matchup.

Austin Ekeler: Leading the charge for the Chargers in terms of fantasy points was Austin Ekeler. He demonstrated his dual-threat capabilities with 117 rushing yards, 47 receiving yards, and a touchdown. These stellar stats translated to 26.4 fantasy points, making Ekeler the seventh-highest-scoring player in fantasy for the week.

Justin Herbert: Following closely behind Ekeler was the Chargers’ quarterback, Justin Herbert. The Oregon product showcased his skills by throwing for 228 yards and a touchdown, while also rushing for a touchdown. Despite only one passing touchdown, Herbert accumulated an impressive 20.92 fantasy points, ranking as the third-highest-scoring quarterback in the league for the week, surpassed only by Jordan Love and Mac Jones.

Joshua Kelley: An unexpected standout in the Chargers’ fantasy performance was Ekeler’s backup, Joshua Kelley. Kelley made a significant impact by rushing for 91 yards and a touchdown, accumulating 15.1 fantasy points. It’s a rarity to see two running backs from the same team among the top fantasy performers.

However, it wasn’t all sunshine for the Chargers’ fantasy enthusiasts. The team’s defense had a challenging outing, conceding 36 points and over 500 yards of offense to the Dolphins. This defensive performance resulted in a disappointing -5 fantasy points, making them one of the least productive defenses in fantasy for the week. Fortunately, the defense managed to salvage some points through interceptions and fumble recoveries.

As the Chargers look ahead to Week Two, they aim to bounce back not only for the team but also for fantasy owners. Star receivers Keenan Allen and Mike Williams have yet to showcase their full potential, promising better days ahead for fantasy enthusiasts. Additionally, the Chargers’ defense seeks redemption as they prepare to face the Titans in the upcoming matchup.