Chargers' Ladd Mcconkey Sidelined by Concussion in Chiefs Clash

WHO:

Newsweek - Ladd McConkey, wide receiver for the Los Angeles Chargers

NY Post - Justin Herbert, quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers

WHAT:

Newsweek - Ladd McConkey suffered a concussion during a game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

NY Post - McConkey was ruled out of the game following a head injury.

WHERE:

Newsweek - The game took place between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Kansas City Chiefs.

WHEN:

NY Post - The injury occurred in the first quarter of the game.

NY Post - McConkey was seen walking back to the Chargers' sideline with over 13 minutes left in the second quarter.

WHY:

NY Post - McConkey's concussion was a result of hitting his head on the ground after being brought down following a pass reception.

HOW:

NY Post - McConkey received a pass from quarterback Justin Herbert near the 50-yard line before sustaining the injury.

(UPDATED October 18, 2026 23:56 UTC)

Ladd McConkey, wide receiver for the Los Angeles Chargers, suffered a concussion during a game against the Kansas City Chiefs, which resulted in him being ruled out after a head injury. The incident occurred in the first quarter when McConkey was brought down after a pass reception from quarterback Justin Herbert, hitting his head on the ground. He was seen walking back to the Chargers' sideline with over 13 minutes left in the second quarter.