Fitzpatrick spent most of the 2024 regular season on the Chargers' practice squad after being cut by the Steelers after training camp at the end of August. He was elevated for Week 18 against the Raiders due to Joshua Palmer (foot) being injured,

The Chargers reverted Fitzpatrick to their practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log. With Josh Palmer ruled out due to a foot injury in Week 18 against the Raiders, Fitzpatrick was elevated from the practice squad for his first game action of the campaign.

The Los Angeles Chargers today activated safety Alohi Gilman from Reserve/Injured; Designated for Return. In addition, the team elevated wide receiver Dez Fitzpatrick and safety Eddie Jackson from the practice squad for Sunday’s game.

The team also downgraded LB Denzel Perryman to out and elevated both S Eddie Jackson and WR Dez Fitzpatrick for Week 18. Gilman, 27, began his college career at Navy before transferring to Notre ...