Chris Roling· Oct 2, 2026
Roling argues the Chargers need receiver help and floats four trade targets before the deadline — Xavier Legette, Jerry Jeudy, Brian Thomas Jr. and, as the headline option, Marvin Harrison Jr. — each framed as a player Los Angeles could acquire at varying cost.
“But they’re 0-3 and rudderless, so they’re sort of a perfect match for Harrison right now from all angles.”
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4 checkable claims — 4 trade and signing calls — each graded on its own rather than as one all-or-nothing call.
It names 5 players and teams, each linked to their own record.
1 of 4 have settled so far, averaging 0 out of 100, against 100 for a naive guess at the same calls.
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4 checkable claims in this take
Each one is scored on its own against the published methodology. A pundit naming several outcomes is graded on each, not on all-or-nothing.
Marvin Harrison Jr. to move to Los Angeles Chargers
“Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Arizona Cardinals ... the mind wanders when it comes to Harrison getting a change of scenery, finding a little motivation and working in a McDaniel offense ... they’re sort of a perfect match for Harrison right now from all angles.”
Miss · 0Scored 0a naive guess scored 100-183 skillHow this was scored
- skill:
- −183
- player:
- Marvin Harrison Jr.
- season:
- 2026
- claimed:
- LAC
- was with:
- ARI
- accuracy:
- 0
- baseline:
- 100
- how he left:
- traded
- mechanism:
- traded
- difficulty:
- 1.83
- the naive guess:
- he stays where he is
- weeks in the season:
- 18
- ended up with:
- ARI
- weeks left when called:
- 15
Brian Thomas Jr. to move to Los Angeles Chargers
“Brian Thomas Jr., WR, Jacksonville Jaguars ... He’s going to be pricier than most on this list. But the upside is super obvious and the help would be immediate.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Jerry Jeudy to move to Los Angeles Chargers
“Jerry Jeudy, WR, Cleveland Browns ... So, low asking price again, but a pretty appealing fit in the same space-creating offense as McConkey.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Xavier Legette to move to Los Angeles Chargers
“Xavier Legette, WR, Carolina Panthers ... Given the fact Legette has just two catches so far, the asking price wouldn’t be high.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
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- Nick WrightGame Outcome Picks · Los Angeles ChargersMiss · 0Amid a Week 5 betting-picks show, Wright made a few straight outcome calls: a Houston blowout of Tennessee by a 27-7 score, a Seattle home win over San Francisco by a touchdown, an outright Raiders win at New England, and the winless Chargers finally beating Denver. He also said he does not believe Lamar Jackson will play against Atlanta.
- Mike KadlickGame Outcome Picks · Los Angeles ChargersMiss · 0Previewing Week 5 of the 2026 season, Kadlick picks the Bengals to blow out the Dolphins, the Cowboys to beat the Buccaneers comfortably, and the Chargers to finally win at home against the Broncos. He also expects Jayden Daniels back for Washington, Michael Pittman Jr. possibly out for Pittsburgh, and names the Week 5 starting quarterbacks for Tampa Bay, Chicago and New York.
- Pete PriscoScore Predictions · Los Angeles ChargersClose · 50Prisco picks every Week 5 game with a final score, including a Cowboys blowout of Tampa Bay on Thursday night, a Packers upset of the Bears, a Jaguars win over a banged-up Eagles team in London, and a Rams shootout win over Buffalo on Monday night.
- Benjamin SolakGame Outcome Picks · Los Angeles ChargersMiss · 0Solak ranked the AFC's top five teams (Chiefs, Jaguars, Ravens, Bills, Texans) and the NFC's top five (49ers, Seahawks, Rams, Vikings, Cowboys) through four weeks, gave his quarter-season MVP to Lamar Jackson and Defensive Player of the Year to Will Anderson Jr., and said he wouldn't be surprised if the Chargers beat Denver at home in Week 5.
- Mike KadlickTrade and Signing Calls · Marvin Harrison Jr.Miss · 0With a Marvin Harrison Jr. trade reportedly imminent, Kadlick names three landing spots that make sense for the Cardinals receiver: the Texans (reuniting him with C.J. Stroud), the Raiders (who lack a true No. 1 wideout) and the Patriots (thin at receiver due to injuries).
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- Adam CarlsonTrade and Signing Calls · Jordan AddisonMiss · 0Carlson names three Vikings he expects could be traded before the end of September: quarterback J.J. McCarthy, wide receiver Jordan Addison and linebacker Ivan Pace.
- Brian PeacockTrade and Signing Calls · Jordan AddisonMiss · 0Peacock delivered a seven-round 49ers mock draft plus projected offseason moves: signing tight end Kyle Pitts, trading Mac Jones to Minnesota and acquiring Jordan Addison, and drafting speed at receiver, edge, safety, center, corner, running back and tackle, with 40-time projections for several prospects.
- Tucker FranklinTrade and Signing Calls · Michael DannaHit · 100Tucker predicted edge David Bailey comes off the board before Ruben Bain Jr., that Peter Woods won't last until the Chiefs' pick at 40 (i.e. goes in round one), and that the Chiefs will cut Mike Danna and Jawaan Taylor.
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- Bryan DeArdoTrade and Signing Calls · Andy DaltonMiss · 0After the Eagles released Andy Dalton, DeArdo names possible next destinations for the veteran quarterback, highlighting the Vikings, Saints, Dolphins and Titans as fits, while arguing the Giants are unlikely to add him after trading for JJ McCarthy.