The Los Angeles Chargers are getting a vital player back at a pivotal point in the season. The team is activating running back J.K. Dobbins ahead of its Week 17 matchup with the New England Patriots,

Los Angeles Chargers running back Gus Edwards popped up on the team’s injury report ahead of a Week 17 encounter with the New England Patriots . Those Chargers need all the help they can get ahead of a game critical to their playoff hopes. This is especially the case as J.K. Dobbins continues to work his way back from injured reserve .

The New England Patriots released their final injury report on Thursday as they get set to take on the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday. Cornerback Marcus Jones has been ruled out for a second straight week with a hip injury,

The New England Patriots are winless in their last five games (six weeks including the bye), and on Saturday, they'll host the Los Angeles Chargers at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. New England's 3-12 record has already eliminated them from the postseason, but a win would be beneficial for their confidence to end a frustrating season.

The Los Angeles Chargers can wrap up a playoff spot for the second time in three seasons with a victory when they visit the New England Patriots.

The Chargers and Patriots are set to square off this Saturday. Here’s how Los Angeles and New England stack up statistically on both sides of the ball ahead of the Week 17 matchup: Offense Category