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Keaton Mitchell
RB
, Los Angeles Chargers

Age: 24
Weight: 191 lbs
Height: 5' 8"
College: East Carolina

ADP: 179
Depth Chart Ranking: 2

Pts	RuYds	RuTD	Rec	RecYds
25.1	139	0	12	52

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Quentin Johnston out; Ladd McConkey questionable against Denver

Eric Smith

Oct 09 · 6:38 PM EDT

Quentin Johnston (chest) and Brenen Thompson (quad) are out Sunday. Ladd McConkey (foot) is questionable after missing all three practices. The Chargers also ruled out Joe Alt and Trevor Penning and placed Rashawn Slater on injured reserve.

Fantasy Impact:

Harris becomes a viable WR3/FLEX and could reach WR2 volume if McConkey also sits. Gadsden gains streaming appeal, while Davis and Valdes-Scantling remain deeper-league options. Herbert’s missing receivers and depleted protection make him difficult to trust outside Superflex leagues. Hampton could receive more touches, but the offensive line injuries limit how confidently managers can chase that volume.

Chargers Beat: Keaton Mitchell looks like RB2

BoltsBeat.com

Aug 31 · 9:01 AM EDT

Keaton Mitchell looks to be RB2 in this offense based on his fit within OC Mike McDaniel's scheme, and if he can stay healthy, he'll have an enlarged snap share available alongside Hampton— who the Chargers may try to grant some rest to over the course of the season based on the depth of this room.

Related players: Omarion Hampton, Kimani Vidal

Fantasy Impact:

There was some cryptic stuff from McDaniel about Mitchell last week that had some wondering what exactly was going on with the Chargers backfield. Hampton is the clear RB1, and it appears Mitchell has the RB2 job ahead of Vidal. The story said Vidal is on the rise, however, and is a pass catching weapon, but didn't show a lot this offseason and has some work to do. Mitchell can be a pass catching weapon too, but as the story said, if Hampton would get hurt, Mitchell isn't really a bell-cow back who would take right over. It looks like for now Mitchell may have the early edge as the team's RB2, however.

Chargers may use 'hot hand' at RB

Kris Rhim on X

Aug 10 · 5:25 PM EDT

Mike McDaniel on the running back share between Omarion Hampton, Kimani Vidal and Keaton Mitchell:

“Bad news, fantasy owners. Good news is I see all three of those guys producing at a very high level. Bad news is I can’t tell you which games those are.”

Fantasy Impact:

The post went on to say McDaniel added he’ll probably use all three every game, with the workload depending on the opponent and “hot hand.” It's not the first time it's been reported the Chargers may go with a committee at the position. Hampton is probably still the back to own and comes with the best draft capital at least. He's coming into his second season after missing time as a rookie. Vidal filled in nicely for him at times last season. In a nine-week span between Week 6 and Week 15, Vidal had over 12 carries in seven of those weeks. Mitchell is coming from Baltimore where he burst on the scene in 2023 producing several big plays over eight games before being injured most of 2024. Last season, Mitchell averaged just over five touches a game and could see a similar role with the Chargers.

Chargers Beat: RB Keaton Mitchell will factor in offense

ESPN

Aug 04 · 3:30 PM EDT

Keaton Mitchell, if healthy, should be a factor in this offense. Omarion Hampton, a 2025 first-round pick, is the No. 1 in a trio of running backs the Chargers like a lot. But they absolutely have a role planned for Mitchell, the speedy change-of-pace back they signed away from the Ravens in free agency. They think he can help in the passing game in particular but also as a complement to Hampton and Kimani Vidal.

Fantasy Impact:

Mike McDaniel was quoted in the story, saying this about Mitchell: "He's as dynamic as they come with the ball in his hands in space. He's a matchup issue for every defense. I think he has a lot of pass-game value that he hasn't been able to really represent in his career, but it's showing so far in camp. He's a playmaker that I'm very excited about." Mitchell was a more of a change of pace option for the Ravens who was able to take advantage of big plays before injuries set him back. Health will be key for Mitchell, and he's looking like a later-round fantasy option with some upside at the RB position.