Los Angeles Chargers running back Gus Edwards popped up on the team’s injury report ahead of a Week 17 encounter with the New England Patriots . Those Chargers need all the help they can get ahead of a game critical to their playoff hopes. This is especially the case as J.K. Dobbins continues to work his way back from injured reserve .

The Los Angeles Chargers ruled out running back Gus Edwards for Saturday's game against the New England Patriots with an ankle injury. Meanwhile, star running back J.K. Dobbins is questionable. More news: Eagles' Jalen Hurts Could be Ruled Out Following ...

An effective ground game could be crucial against the Patriots, with the forecast calling for a 75% chance of rain Saturday in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

Los Angeles Chargers running back Gus Edwards was ruled out for Saturday's road game against the New England Patriots with an ankle injury. Fellow Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins is close to returning from a four-game absence because of a knee injury,

The veteran rusher played a key role in the Chargers’ Week 16 win over the Denver Broncos with 14 carries for 68 rushing yards and two touchdowns. New England is allowing the fourth-most rushing yards per game in their last three outings with opponents averaging 159.7 yards on the ground.

The Los Angeles Chargers released their final injury report ahead of the matchup against the New England Patriots.

The Chargers won't have Gus Edwards against the Patriots on Saturday, but it remains to be seen if their running back options will include J.K.

Chargers running back Gus Edwards will miss Saturday's game against the Patriots because of an ankle injury, but it appears J.K. Dobbins could be back.