India, Dec. 9 -- The Los Angeles Chargers officially activated rookie running back Omarion Hampton from injured reserve ahead of Monday Night Football against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Hampton had been placed on injured reserve after a tackle during the Chargers' October 5 loss to the Washington Commanders. It was a significant blow to a Chargers backfield already depleted by the season-ending Achilles injury to veteran Najee Harris.

The Chargers' rushing attack had become inconsistent in Hampton's absence, relying heavily on backup backs such as Kimani Vidal.

According to Sports Illustrated, "The Chargers' offense could add another element to an already explosive attack" once Hampton returns. It notes that while Vidal "has offered valu...