Perryman’s IR status takes away a veteran anchor and reduces depth at linebacker, intensifying Henley’s workload and the defense’s reliance on youth and speed as the season opens.

Perryman’s status impacts LA’s middle level and run-fit. If Perryman sits, expect linebacking depth to shift and potential targets on the Raiders’ pass game to exploit gaps. Perryman’s presence in this game matters for Chargers’ run defense and fantasy value for linebackers stepping in.

Perryman is noted as dealing with an ankle issue; his status could impact the Chargers’ linebacker rotation and run defense, potentially affecting mid-range fantasy plays tied to LV’s ground game.

Perryman's high-ankle sprain likely sidelined through September, forcing immediate linebacker churn for LA. His leadership and run-stopping presence leave a measurable gap, elevating opportunities for the next-man up and potentially impacting both run defense and pass coverage in Week 2 against the Raiders.

Perryman's injury thins the LB corps and tests the backups in run defense and coverage. Dye and Wax are in line to absorb snaps, while Perryman's veteran leadership and run-stopping presence are missed.