For the second time in three games, a Chargers offensive lineman was carted off the field.
Orlando Franklin, the starter at left guard, sustained an ankle injury in the second quarter Sunday against the Vikings and was removed to the locker-room.
D.J. Fluker, who was carted off in Week 1 against the Lions, also with an ankle injury, returned to the active list Sunday. He alternated at right guard with Chris Hairston, who replaced Franklin.
Chargers center Chris Watt also exited Sunday’s game in the first half. He entered the game questionable with a groin injury.