Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins is active and expected to play in Saturday afternoon’s game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Mass.
Dobbins, 26, was activated off injured reserve on Friday after missing the past four games with a knee injury sustained in a game against the Baltimore Ravens on Nov. 25.
He was listed as questionable on Friday to play for the Chargers, who will be without fellow running back Gus Edwards (ankle).
The injury-prone Dobbins was enjoying a solid season prior to the knee ailment, with 766 yards and eight touchdowns on the ground and 28 receptions for 134 yards in 11 games. His career high for rushing yardage is 805 as a rookie with the Ravens in 2020.
Dobbins’ return comes with the Chargers (9-6) just one win from clinching an AFC wild-card playoff spot.
In addition to Edwards, the Chargers listed the following players as inactive: linebacker Denzel Perryman, guard Trey Pipkens, tight end Hayden Hurst, offensive lineman Jordan McFadden, quarterback Easton Stick and defensive lineman Justin Eboigbe.
As for the Patriots (3-12), they listed safety Jabrill Peppers, quarterback Joe Milton, running back Terrell Jennings, guards Sidy Sow and Tyrese Robinson, and center Ben Brown as inactive.
–Field Level Media
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