Chargers Week 5 PFF Grades: Scott Matlock returns with a bang, Akheem Mesidor nearly elite
PFF's Week 5 grades for the Chargers highlight Scott Matlock's standout return and a near-elite performance from Akheem Mesidor versus the Broncos.
Scott Matlock Start or sit, Week 5
FB · Los Angeles Chargers · #44
Questionable
This week
NFL points post when each game's box score lands, shortly after the final.
Status
- Injury
- Questionable · Foot
- Full Participation in Practice in practice
- Depth chart
- FB #2
- Offense
- College
- Boise State
- Experience
- 4 seasons
Week
Week 5
Matchup
Denver Broncos
DFS salary
$4,000
Projection
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Recent form
2025 season (4 games): 4 rec · 12 rec yds
- Wk 15@ KCW 16-132 rec, 9 rec yds1.9 pts
- Wk 14vs PHIW 22-190.0 pts
- Wk 9@ TENW 27-201 rec, 2 rec yds, 1 rec TD6.7 pts
- Wk 4@ NYGL 18-211 rec, 1 rec yds0.6 pts
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| 2025 · LAC | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Scott Matlock: quick answers
- Who does Scott Matlock play in week 5?
- Scott Matlock faces Denver Broncos with the Los Angeles Chargers.
- What is Scott Matlock's DraftKings salary?
- $4,000 for week 5.
What's happening with Scott Matlock
Both defensive linemen earned strong marks in the Chargers' Week 5 win over the Broncos, according to PFF grades. Matlock impressed in his return to the field, while Mesidor turned in a nearly elite performance. Their play helped the defense once again outshine the offense for a fifth straight week.
Reported byBolts From The Blue,Yahoo SportsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
The Chargers activated Scott Matlock and Branson Taylor off injured reserve ahead of their Week 5 matchup with the Broncos. Matlock returns to provide depth at fullback, while Taylor adds to the offensive line options as Los Angeles rounds out its roster for the divisional contest.
Reported byBolts From The Blue,Yahoo SportsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Scott Matlock in our articles
- Team previewDenver Broncos (2-2) Week 5 Preview vs Los Angeles Chargers (0-4): Prediction, Depth Chart, Injuries, Odds
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- Team previewLos Angeles Chargers (0-4) Week 5 Preview vs Denver Broncos (2-2): Prediction, Depth Chart, Injuries, Odds
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- Game previewNFL Week 5: Denver Broncos (2-2) vs. Los Angeles Chargers (0-4) Game Preview, Injury Report and Predictions
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Latest Matlock news
Chargers Week 5 PFF Grades: Scott Matlock returns with a bang, Akheem Mesidor nearly elite
Chargers defense outperformed the offense for a fifth straight game, with Del'Shawn Phillips posting his best pro performance per PFF grades, while Scott Matlock and Akheem Mesidor also stood out defensively.
Chargers make roster moves ahead of battle with Broncos
The Chargers are activating Scott Matlock and Branson Taylor off injured reserve as they prepare to face the Broncos this week.
Chargers make roster moves ahead of battle with Broncos
The Chargers made several roster moves Saturday ahead of their Week 5 game against Denver, activating fullback Scott Matlock and an offensive lineman among other changes.