Chargers Safety Derwin James Jr. Active for Game Against Chiefs Despite Ankle Injury

James' return seen as boost for undermanned Chargers who are without safeties Alohi Gilman and Mark Webb Jr..

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. was active for the game against the Kansas City Chiefs, despite suffering an ankle injury earlier in the week.
The Chargers were without the services of safeties Alohi Gilman and Mark Webb Jr., making James' participation more critical.
Several other Chargers players were ruled inactive for the game including cornerback Deane Leonard, running back Elijah Dotson, tight end Tre' McKitty, offensive lineman Zack Bailey and defensive lineman Christopher Hinton.
On the Chiefs' side, wide receiver Mecole Hardman Jr was activated for the game after being traded from the New York Jets the previous week, and defensive end Charles Omenihu returned from a six-game suspension.
In James' four games this season, he's made a significant impact on the Chargers' defense, recording 27 tackles and one tackle for loss.