0-7 Chargers Won’t Dump Players at the Deadline

You would think a team with zero wins would be desperate to make a move. The Los Angeles Chargers are 0-7 and sitting at the bottom of the standings, yet they plan to stand pat. ESPN insider Mina Kimes reported on Wednesday that the front office has no plans to deal any players before the November 10 deadline. That is a bold choice for a squad that has lost every single game this season. Multiple league reporters , including Albert Breer and Tom Pelissero, have said the Chargers have rejected trade inquiries and do not plan to deal players before the Nov. 10 deadline. The decision has left many wondering what the coaches and executives are thinking. Some fans and analysts feel the team is ignoring reality by keeping the roster intact. Sticking to a Losing Script Head coach Jim Harbaugh has spoken often about fixing the broken parts of the team. He wants to get better, but the players on the field have not shown any improvement. Offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel even announced he would call plays from the booth instead of the sideline. The team’s limited solutions for their difficulties are clearly demonstrated. The team looks lost as they enter Week 9 of the season. They face the Texans in an upcoming matchup. While other teams are looking to sell high on their stars, the Chargers seem content to ride out the storm. This approach feels strange when the win column is completely empty. The Trade Deadline Drama Elsewhere Not every team is sitting on their hands while the clock ticks down. The Indianapolis Colts are anticipated to be big sellers as the November 10 deadline approaches. Star running back Jonathan Taylor is at the center of the storm with his future in limbo. On Thursday, he provided an unclear response when questioned about whether he asked for a trade from the 2-6 team. “At this point, the hay is in the barn now,” he told reporters, according to the New York Post . Taylor’s wife, Ayanna, has shared her own stress on social media as the deadline nears. “Have you ever had that feeling that your entire life might change and you just don’t know when?” Ayanna said Tuesday. She feels like she is waiting for something to happen. The Colts are seeking a massive package for Taylor, similar to what the Panthers got for Christian McCaffrey in 2022. Teams like the Seahawks, Vikings, Broncos, and Packers have shown interest. While Taylor waits for a call, the Chargers are doing nothing. Taylor has 2 ½ years left on his contract, but the Colts might not keep him. The contrast between the two teams is stark. One is trying to rebuild by moving talent, while the other refuses to budge. The Chargers might think they are saving their assets for next year, but fans are left asking why they won’t try to get something back now.