The Philadelphia Eagles and Los Angeles Chargers will clash in Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season, and with both teams fighting for playoff positioning, every roster decision matters. As kickoff approaches, the official list of inactive players provides important insight into how each team will approach Monday night’s matchup.
Philadelphia Eagles Inactives
The Eagles enter this game aiming to strengthen their NFC standing, but they will need to adjust after several key players were ruled out. Philadelphia’s inactive list highlights some challenges on both sides of the ball, particularly in depth and rotational roles.
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (left hand) is active and will play Monday night against the Eagles.
Herbert underwent successful surgery last Monday on a broken bone in his left hand suffered in Week 13 against the Raiders.
Herbert sounded optimistic Wednesday that he’d be out there in primetime.
“Yeah, that’s the plan. To prepare as if I’m going to play,” Herbert said Wednesday.
Rookie running back Omarion Hampton, who was activated to the 53-man roster earlier Monday, is also active.
Defensive lineman Otito Ogbonnia (elbow) and running back Hassan Haskins (hamstring) are also active after both were added to the 53-man roster Monday afternoon.
Los Angeles Chargers Inactives
The Chargers, looking to maintain momentum in the AFC, also announced several inactive players. Los Angeles’ list includes starters expected to impact both offensive pacing and defensive matchups.
As for the Chargers inactive players for Week 14 against the Eagles, the group includes tight end Tyler Conklin and offensive tackle Austin Deculus.
A quartet of rookies — Nikko Reed, Kyle Kennard, KeAndre Lambert-Smith and Dalevon Campbell, are all inactive.
The Chargers and Philadelphia Eagles kick off Monday at 5:15 p.m. (PT) from SoFi Stadium.
The Chargers-Eagles betting line shows the Bolts are slight underdogs on Monday.
Here is who won’t suit up against the Eagles:
CB Nikko Reed
OLB Kyle Kennard
OT Austin Deculus
WR Dalevon Campbell
TE Tyler Conklin
WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith
Matchup Impact
The absence of several key Eagles and Chargers players sets the stage for a game driven by coaching decisions and roster depth. Both teams will need breakout performances from backups and emerging young talent.
Key Factors to Watch
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Next-man-up roles: Which backups step up under prime-time pressure?
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Quarterback protection: How offensive lines adjust to missing pieces.
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Defensive matchups: Injuries in secondary positions may lead to more aggressive passing strategies.
Final Thoughts
The Week 14 showdown between the Eagles and Chargers is shaping up to be a pivotal game for both teams’ postseason hopes. With several important players sidelined, adaptability will be the key. Fans can expect a high-energy contest where depth, strategy, and execution take center stage.
