When will Ladd McConkey return? Chargers WR dealing with rib injury

The Los Angeles Chargers didn't just lose their 2026 season opener to the Arizona Cardinals. They also lost one of their top offensive playmakers during the proceedings.

Ladd McConkey suffered a chest injury while trying to make a catch over the middle of the field. The third-year receiver was hit hard in the back by Cardinals linebacker Mack Wilson Sr. and remained down after the play.

McConkey was eventually able to get up and walk off the field under his own power. He was examined in the blue medical tent before eventually heading to the locker room for further evaluation.

He did not return, and his status will be closely monitored by Chargers fans after he posted a team-high five catches for 82 yards and a touchdown in the 26-14 loss.

Here's everything to know about McConkey's injury.

McConkey is dealing with a rib injury after the hit he took against the Cardinals, according to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport. The 24-year-old receiver is set to be "monitored" during the week because of the injury and "is up in the air" to play in the team's Week 2 game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

The Chargers have not yet provided an…

Original source: https://www.usatoday.com/sports/