Ladd McConkey injury update: Fresh intel offers relief hours after concerning Chargers practice news

Ladd McConkey was hurt in the third quarter against Cardinals after taking a hit while running a route and was unable to return for the remaining game.

The Los Angeles Chargers could be facing another offensive setback in Week 2 after Ladd McConkey suffered a rib injury during their season-opening loss to the Arizona Cardinals.

With the Chargers returning to practice Wednesday, there was considerable attention on whether their leading receiver would be able to participate.

Jim Harbaugh provided McConkey injury update

However, Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh provided an unfavorable update, confirming that McConkey would not take part in Wednesday’s practice. "Jim Harbaugh said WR Ladd McConkey (rib) won’t practice today,” Kris Rhim of ESPN shared in a post on X.

The receiver’s absence from Wednesday’s session means his preparation for the Week 2 matchup has already been disrupted.

McConkey is dealing with a rib injury and continues to be considered day-to-day, according to Harbaugh. The Chargers will track his condition as the week progresses while determining whether he can be ready for Sunday.

However, ESPN reporter Kris Rhim later provided a more encouraging update, offering some relief to the Chargers community. McConkey was seen working separately from the rest of the team during practice alongside a trainer.

“Ladd McConkey was working off to the side during practice with a trainer,” Rhim wrote on X.

How did McConkey get injured?

The 24-year-old picked up the injury during Los Angeles’ 26-14 defeat against Arizona. The wide receiver was hurt in the third quarter after taking a hit while running a route and was unable to return for the remainder of the contest.

Despite leaving before the game was over, McConkey had already produced a strong outing. He caught five passes for 82 yards and a touchdown, finishing as the Chargers’ leading receiver in terms of yardage.