Ron Stewart on Ladd McConkey

VideoFantasy Football Takeaways You Need to Know Before Week 2 (Rookie Report)September 14, 2026

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And it's really Lad Makoni or the running backs in this offense. Lad Makanki is definitely the heartbeat of this offense.

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Ladd McConkey is the heartbeat of the Chargers' offense

Ladd McConkey is identified as the heartbeat of the Chargers' offense. Data shows the team was a top-six offense with him on the field but struggled significantly without him, making him the primary target to trust alongside the running backs.

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Most fantasy points/target among WRs with 5+ Targets: 1) Zay Flowers (3.5) 2) Christian Watson (3.3) 3) Parker Washington (2.4) 4) Justin Jefferson (...

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McConkey scored on an 8-yard TD reception in Week 1 loss.

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After Week 1, the round 3-4 WRs that were going to break fantasy were Ladd McConkey and Zay Flowers Problem is now they’re both hurt (minor)

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The Chargers with Ladd McConkey on the field in Week 1: +0.188 EPA/DB (12th) 10.29 ANY/A (4th) With McConkey off the field: -0.591 EPA/DB (2nd-worst)...

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McConkey day-to-day with rib injury; Week 2 vs. Raiders status uncertain.

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McConkey's rib injury status uncertain for Week 2 vs. Raiders.

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