NFL · Defense vs Position · 2026

Los Angeles Chargers Defense vs Running Backs

Fantasy matchup analysis — how many points the Chargers allow to running backs. Updated through the 2025 season. Use this to identify streamers and make start/sit decisions.

9.4
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to running backs
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs RB
76
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs Chargers

Players who have historically scored most against the Los Angeles Chargers defense:

#1 Target 🎯
J.K. Dobbins
DEN
16.8
avg pts vs Chargers (2 games)
#2 Target
Kenneth Walker
14
avg pts vs Chargers (3 games)
#3 Target
Kenneth Walker
KC
14
avg pts vs Chargers (3 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games running backs faced the Los Angeles Chargers (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2025 Wk18 Jaleel McLaughlin
DEN
6.8
S2025 Wk18 RJ Harvey
DEN
4.3
S2025 Wk18 Tyler Badie
DEN
4.6
S2025 Wk17 Jawhar Jordan
HOU
3.6
S2025 Wk17 David Montgomery
HOU
6
S2025 Wk17 Woody Marks
HOU
8.5
S2025 Wk16 Javonte Williams
DAL
6.3
S2025 Wk16 Malik Davis
DAL
2.3
S2025 Wk15 Kareem Hunt
UNK
3
S2025 Wk15 Kenneth Walker
KC
2.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Los Angeles Chargers defense good or bad for fantasy running backs?
The Los Angeles Chargers allow an average of 9.4 fantasy points per game to running backs, ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (76 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which running backs should I start against the Los Angeles Chargers?
Historically, running backs who have scored most against the Los Angeles Chargers: J.K. Dobbins (16.8 avg pts in 2 games), Kenneth Walker (14 avg pts in 3 games), Kenneth Walker (14 avg pts in 3 games). Connect your league to PlayCaller for a roster-specific verdict.
How do I use defense vs position data in fantasy football?
Defense vs position (DVP) data shows how many fantasy points a team has historically allowed to a specific position. High avg pts allowed = easy matchup. Low avg pts allowed = tough matchup. Use it as a tiebreaker when deciding between two similarly-ranked players with different matchups.

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