Derwin James
S LAC (12)
Sun 12/18/22 3:03 PM

James (quadriceps) is inactive for Sunday's game versus the Titans.
EDGE Analysis
James has yet to practice since injuring his quad during a Week 13 loss to the Raiders and now is missing his second consecutive contest as a result. Expect Alohi Gilman to continue filling in for James at strong safety alongside Nasir Adderley. James' next chance to play will come Monday, Dec. 26 at Indianapolis.

Derwin James
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Fri 12/16/22 6:11 PM

James (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's matchup against the Titans.
EDGE Analysis
For a second straight week, James didn't participate in practice and is listed as doubtful. He didn't play in the Chargers' Week 14 win over Miami and figures to remain out for Week 15. In James' expected absence, Alohi Gilman will presumably draw another start alongside Nasir Adderley.

Derwin James
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Thu 12/15/22 3:25 PM

James (quadriceps) isn't on the field for the open portion of Thursday's practice, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
James looks set to go down as a non-participant in practice for the second day in a row, a development that doesn't bode well for his chances of returning from a one-game absence this Sunday against the Titans. If James is ruled out or listed as doubtful for the Week 15 contest following Friday's practice, Alohi Gilman would likely be on tap for another start at safety alongside Nasir Adderley.

Derwin James
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Wed 12/14/22 5:40 PM

James (quadriceps) didn't practice Wednesday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
James missed the Chargers' Week 14 win over the Dolphins with the injury, and now his availability for Sunday's game against the Titans appears to be in jeopardy as well. If the star safety is forced to sit out Sunday, Alohi Gilman would likely draw another start next to Nasir Adderley.

Derwin James
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Sun 12/11/22 7:09 PM

James (quadriceps) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
EDGE Analysis
James didn't practice this week and was considered doubtful for Sunday's matchup, so it isn't very surprising to see him ruled out against Miami. JT Woods and Alohi Gilman are candidates to see increased playing time Sunday night.

Derwin James
S LAC (12)
Fri 12/9/22 5:17 PM

James (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins.
EDGE Analysis
James didn't practice at all Wednesday through Friday due to the quad injury he presumably picked up in the Chargers' Week 13 loss to the Raiders. If the star safety is indeed ruled out, JT Woods and Alohi Gilman would be candidates for increased roles in the secondary as the Chargers look to slow Miami's high-powered passing attack.

Derwin James
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Thu 12/8/22 4:18 PM

James (quadriceps) did not participate during the Chargers' practice Thursday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
James also missed practice Wednesday due to a quadriceps injury, though it's unclear when or how this issue first arose. Chargers coach Brandon Staley also said that the safety is considered day-to-day, and it appears this injury has not improved given that he was unable to increase his practice activity Thursday. James will now have one more opportunity to improve his status before Friday's final injury. Otherwise, he could be in jeopardy of missing his first game of the 2022 campaign, which would likely leave JT Woods and Alohi Gilman with increased roles versus Miami on Sunday.

Derwin James
S LAC (12)
Wed 12/7/22 5:19 PM

James (quadriceps) is day-to-day going into Week 14 against the Dolphins, according to head coach Brandon Staley, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
James apparently got banged up at some point in Sunday's game against the Raiders. despite playing 100 percent of the teams defensive snaps. Although it seems he'll likely play, he is considered questionable for Week 14, and JT Woods would likely be looking at an increased workload if James were to sit.

Derwin James
S LAC (12)
Wed 12/7/22 12:41 AM

James recorded six tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 27-20 defeat versus the Raiders.
EDGE Analysis
James matched his existing season low for tackles set against Las Vegas in Week 1. The star safety has shown up all over the field for the Chargers this season recording four sacks, four passes defended, and three takeaways this season. However, he failed to log a statistic in at least one of these three categories for just the fourth time this season. James still leads the Bolts in tackles (106), and he'll likely be asked to play a major role in slowing down Miami's prolific offense Week 14.

Derwin James
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Thu 12/1/22 6:02 PM

James (hip) was listed as a full participant on the Chargers' injury report Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
James popped up with a hip injury and did not practice Wednesday. However, this issue appears to have been minor given his quick turnaround during Thursday's sessions. James has recorded a team-high 100 tackles to go along with four sacks over 11 games this season, and he should continue to fill a role as one of the league's most versatile defenders against Las Vegas on Sunday.