Tomlinson and Gates Both Active for Chargers

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The San Diego Chargers got some great news Saturday, as they get ready for their AFC Wild Card game against Indianapolis.

Running back LaDainian Tomlinson and tight end Antonio Gates, both of whom have missed significant practice time throughout the week, are active for the Chargers. It's not known how much either will play, but it's worth noting (via PFT) that running back Michael Bennett is active for San Diego for the first time since they picked him up off waivers. That would indicate that there is at least some serious question about Tomlinson.

All of this comes in light of a report from ESPN's Chris Mortensen, who says Tomlinson has a torn tendon. The Chargers have not publicly confirmed Mortensen's report, though head coach Norv Turner told NBC's Andrea Kremer (again, via PFT) that if the report were true, Tomlinson wouldn't be able to walk.

The game kicks off a little after 8pm Eastern time.