The Chargers made it official, announcing they have activated running back J.K. Dobbins from injured reserve. Dobbins will play in Saturday’s game against the Patriots after missing the past four games with a knee injury.
Dobbins has 158 carries for 766 yards and eight touchdowns in 11 games.
Gus Edwards was ruled out with an ankle injury, so the timing of Dobbins’ return is good news for the Chargers.
The team also announced it has elevated safety Eddie Jackson and safety Kendall Williamson from the practice squad.
Jackson, a two-time Pro Bowler, played nine games with four starts with the Ravens before his release Nov. 23. The Chargers signed him to the practice squad Dec. 23.
He has 30 tackles, a tackle for loss and a pass defensed this season.
Williamson, a seventh-round pick of the Bears in 2023, made his NFL debut last week against the Broncos. He made a tackle in 17 defensive snaps and 10 on special teams.
He also has spent time with the Bears and Bills before he joined the Chargers practice squad in October.
