Okay, here’s a breakdown of the Chargers roster projections from the provided text, categorized by position, including who is expected to make the team and who is highly likely to be cut:
Wide Receivers (5)
In: Keenan Allen, Quentin Johnston, Mike Williams, Simi Fehoko, JaQuae Jackson
Out: (None explicitly mentioned as cut, but the group is stated as set)
Notes: Allen is back and looking good. Johnston and Williams are expected contributors. Fehoko and Jackson are likely depth pieces.Tre’ Harris is also mentioned as being counted on.
Running Backs (Not explicitly listed, but implied to be set)
Tight ends (3)
In: Will Dissly, Tyler Conklin, Oronde Gadsden
Out: Tucker Fisk, Stevo Klotz, Thomas Yassmin
Notes: Gadsden is developing well as a receiving threat. fisk’s blocking ability isn’t enough to secure a spot.
Offensive Line (9)
In: Joe Alt, Zion Johnson, Bradley Bozeman, Mekhi Becton, Trey Pipkins III, Jamaree Salyer, Branson Taylor, Andre James, David Sharpe
Out: Nash Jones, Josh Kaltenberger, Karsen Barnhart, Corey Stewart, Ryan Nelson
Notes: The top eight are considered “set”.Sharpe was recently signed to compete for a swing tackle role due to Rashawn Slater’s injury. Pipkins is now the starting right tackle wiht Alt moving to left tackle. Salyer started at left tackle and played well.
Important Considerations/Overall Summary:
Roster Stability: The author believes the roster is largely set, with injuries being the primary factor for changes.
Swing Tackle Battle: the biggest competition appears to be for the swing tackle position between Pipkins and Sharpe.
Practice Squad Potential: Fisk is mentioned as a potential practice squad candidate.
Special Teams: Davis is the starting kick and punt returner.
Disclaimer: This is based solely* on the provided text. It’s a snapshot in time and subject to change as training camp progresses.
