Chargers running back Najee Harris went down with a non-contact injury during the first half against the Broncos, in what was a worrisome moment at SoFi Stadium on Sunday.
Harris was preparing to take a handoff out of the backfield during the second quarter when he appeared to suffer a lower leg injury. As he prepared to push off with his left leg, something went wrong and Harris went to the ground in pain. He was carted off the field, unable to walk under his own power.
Here's a look at the play in which Harris sustained the injury.
Here is Chargers RB Najee Harris suffering an Achilles injury before he was carted off: pic.twitter.com/0rV5YQYU1K
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 21, 2025
The Chargers later announced Harris is officially ruled out of the game with an ankle injury.
Jim Harbaugh later confirmed to reporters that the veteran running back had suffered an injury to his Achilles, and would undergo further imaging to determine its severity.
Najee Harris has been downgraded to out and Mekhi Becton (concussion) is also out. https://t.co/K7NczKCVvH
— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) September 21, 2025
Harris got off to a late start in the offseason after sustaining an injury to his eye stemming from a fireworks accident on July 4. He didn't participate in much of training camp while recovering, but was ultimately cleared for action before the regular season got underway.
Prior to suffering the injury, Harris had six carries for 28 yards. He had nine carries and 33 yards through the first two games of the season.
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