The Los Angeles Chargers made several decisions to help construct the required 53-man roster for the 2026 season.
Among the moves made by Los Angeles was a pair of trades on Sunday, Aug. 30.
The Chargers sent cornerback Avery Smith to the Seattle Seahawks for a sixth-round pick in the 2027 draft. The Bolts also traded away defensive lineman TeRah Edwards to acquire a 2028 sixth-round pick from the Carolina Panthers. The trades will become official pending physicals.
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Safety Tony Jefferson appeared to be in jeopardy of being cut by the Chargers. He’s spent nearly 11 seasons playing in the NFL, including the last two with Los Angeles. He was expected to be released by the Chargers, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Jefferson is now expected to remain with the Chargers after the team made the trade that sent Smith to Seattle.
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Highmark Stadium. Buffalo Bills. Opening in 2026.
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Highmark Stadium. Buffalo Bills. Opening in 2026.
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Allegiant Stadium. Las Vegas Raiders. Opened in 2020.
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SoFi Stadium. Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams. Opened in 2020.
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Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Atlanta Falcons. Opened in 2017.
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U.S. Bank Stadium. Minnesota Vikings. Opened in 2016.
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Levi’s Stadium. San Francisco 49ers. Opened in 2014.
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MetLife Stadium. New York Giants and New York Jets. Opened in 2010.
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AT&T Stadium. Dallas Cowboys. Opened in 2009.
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Lucas Oil Stadium. Indianapolis Colts. Opened in 2008.
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State Farm Stadium. Arizona Cardinals. Opened in 2006.
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Lincoln Financial Field. Philadelphia Eagles. Opened in 2003.
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Ford Field. Detroit Lions. Opened in 2002.
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NRG Stadium. Houston Texans. Opened in 2002.
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Gillette Stadium. New England Patriots. Opened in 2002.
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Lumen Field. Seattle Seahawks. Opened in 2002.
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Empower Field at Mile High. Denver Broncos. Opened in 2001.
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Acrisure Stadium. Pittsburgh Steelers. Opened in 2001.
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Huntington Bank Field. Cleveland Browns. Opened in 1999.
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Nissan Stadium. Tennessee Titans. Opened in 1999.
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M&T Bank Stadium. Baltimore Ravens. Opened in 1998.
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Raymond James Stadium. Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Opened in 1998.
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Northwest Stadium. Washington Football Team. Opened in 1997.
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Bank of America Stadium. Carolina Panthers. Opened in 1996.
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EverBank Stadium. Jacksonville Jaguars. Opened in 1995.
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Hard Rock Stadium. Miami Dolphins. Opened in 1987.
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Caesars Superdome. New Orleans Saints. Opened in 1975.
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Chargers cut only punter on the roster
Starting punter J.K. Scott was among the most notable cuts.
Scott did not have a strong preseason performance. He shanked a 20-yard punt that put the Rams in good field position during the preseason finale. He also averaged 33.7 yards on three punt attempts. Scott was also criticized for avoiding contact and not tackling receiver Jacob Cowing, who returned an 83-yard punt for a touchdown, during a preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers.
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Scott was the only punter on the roster.
Strong preseason showing not enough for Gregory Desrosiers
Running back Gregory Desrosiers put together a strong outing in the preseason finale, but it was not enough to secure a spot on the roster. Desrosiers produced 118 yards and a touchdown on nine carries against the Rams. His longest rush of the game was 34 yards for a touchdown in the fourth quarter.
Chargers choose Trey Lance over DJ Uiagalelei
Quarterback Trey Lance won the quarterback competition against DJ Uiagalelei. Uiagalelei, a California native, was waived by the team on Sunday, but he might have an opportunity to return as a member of the practice squad if he clears waivers, according to NFL reporter Tom Pelissero.
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Jim Harbaugh cuts former Wolverine
Linebacker Marlowe Wax, a 2025 undrafted free agent, secured a spot on the roster over Junior Colson. Colson was a 2024 third-round selection from the University of Michigan, where he played under coach Jim Harbaugh during his college career.
Who did the Chargers waive/release?
Running back: Jaret Patterson, Greg Desrosiers Jr., Amar Johnson
Punter: JK Scott
Safety: Noah Avinger, Devin Grant, Myles Purchase
Linebacker: Lander Barton, Junior Colson, Emany Johnson
Long snapper: Peter Bowden
Tight end: Jerand Bradley, Johnny Pascuzzi, Evan Svoboda
Outside linebacker: Andre Carter, Andrew Carter, Garmon Randolph, Nadame Tucker
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Quarterback: DJ Uiagalelei
Defensive lineman: Jahmeer Carter, Jacobian Guillory II
Wide receiver: Liam Clifford, JaQuae Jackson, Gary Jennings, Devonte Ross
Center: Josh Kaltenberger
Cornerback: Nikko Reed, Eric Rogers, CB Isas Waxter
