Chargers News: Chargers unveil unofficial depth chart for season opener against Raiders

The Los Angeles Chargers have unveiled their unofficial depth chart ahead of the 2024 season opener against the Las Vegas Raiders. The game is set for Sunday at 1:05 p.m. at home.

On offense, the Chargers will utilize a "21 personnel" formation, which includes one running back, one fullback, one tight end, and two wide receivers, along with the quarterback and offensive line. The defense will operate in a 3-4 scheme, featuring three down linemen, two edge rushers, two inside linebackers, two cornerbacks, and two safeties.

Here’s a breakdown of the Chargers' unofficial depth chart:

Offense:

• Quarterback: Justin Herbert (Starter), Easton Stick, Taylor Heinicke (Backups)
• Running Back: J.K. Dobbins or Gus Edwards (Starter), Kimani Vidal, Hassan Haskins (Backups)
• Fullback: Scott Matlock (Starter)
• Wide Receivers: Joshua Palmer; DJ Chark or Quentin Johnston (Starters), Ladd McConkey, Derius Davis, Simi Fehoko, Brenden Rice (Backups)
• Tight End: Hayden Hurst or Will Dissly (Starter), Stone Smartt (Backup)
• Offensive Tackles: Rashawn Slater (LT), Joe Alt (RT) (Starters), Foster Sarell (Backups for both positions)
• Interior Offensive Linemen: Zion Johnson (LG), Bradley Bozeman (C), Trey Pipkins III (RG) (Starters), Jordan McFadden (LG), Brenden Jaimes (C), Jamaree Salyer (RG) (Backups)

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Defense:

• Interior Defensive Linemen: Morgan Fox, Poona Ford, Otito Ogbonnia (Starters), Scott Matlock, Teair Tart, Justin Eboigbe (Backups)
• Edge Rushers: Joey Bosa, Khalil Mack (Starters), Bud Dupree, Tuli Tuipulotu (Backups)
• Inside Linebackers: Denzel Perryman, Daiyan Henley (Starters), Troy Dye, Junior Colson (Backups)
• Cornerbacks: Asante Samuel Jr., Kristian Fulton (Starters), Ja'Sir Taylor, Deane Leonard, Tarheeb Still, Cam Hart (Backups)
• Safeties: Derwin James Jr., Alohi Gilman (Starters), AJ Finley, Elijah Molden (Backups)

Special Teams:

• Kicker: Cameron Dicker
• Punter: JK Scott
• Long Snapper: Josh Harris
• Kick Returner: Derius Davis (Starter), Ladd McConkey (Backup)
• Punt Returner: Derius Davis (Starter), Ladd McConkey (Backup)