Denzel Perryman to Chargers’ Injured Reserve
Los Angeles Chargers have placed linebacker Denzel Perryman on the injured reserve list due to an ankle injury, according to sources.
Perryman will miss at least the next four games after suffering the injury in the Week 1 victory against the Kansas City Chiefs. He missed all of the Chargers’ practices leading up to the matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday night.
Without Perryman, linebacker Troy Dye will likely assume the starting role. In his sixth season, Dye has never been a full-time starter, but he has 13 career starts. He played 40 defensive snaps in the victory over Kansas City, securing four tackles and had two strong hits on quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
Dye is consistently one of the most energetic players for the Chargers in practice and one of the hardest hitters on the team.
Perryman is in his second stint with the Chargers after rejoining the team before the 2024 season. He started 11 games last season, missing time due to various injuries. His absence will mean a greater opportunity for Dye and other players behind him in a crowded group of inside linebackers that includes rookie Marlowe Wax and Del’Shawn Phillips.
Phillips is doubtful for Monday’s match due to a toe injury.
