The Los Angeles Chargers defense has taken a hit with defensive end Melvin Ingram being placed on injured reserve with a knee injury.
Linebacker Asmar Bilal and defensive tackle Justin Jones also landed on IR, with guard Ryan Groy, linebacker Malik Jefferson and defensive end Jessie Lemonier being promoted to the active roster.
Ingram had been dealing with knee soreness this week, an issue that had gotten worse during the week, according to head coach Anthony Lynn, resulting in the lineman being held out of Friday's practice. Ultimately, the team opted to take the cautious approach and place the 31-year-old pass-rusher on IR.