In Los Angeles, the Chargers are facing a unique situation as second-round rookie wide receiver Tre Harris has chosen to hold out of training camp. This was reported on Saturday, which was also the deadline for rookies to report. The Chargers are the first NFL team to open their training camp, and while veterans are expected to report on Wednesday, there are concerns about several unsigned second-round picks across the league.
According to reports, 30 out of 32 second-round selections are still without contracts due to disagreements over guaranteed money. The only players in the second round who have signed are Carson Schwesinger from the Cleveland Browns and Jayden Higgins from the Houston Texans. Both were able to secure fully guaranteed deals, which may have set a precedent contributing to the ongoing negotiations for the remaining second-round picks.
Only two first-round selections are still unsigned, Shemar Stewart of the Cincinnati Bengals and Jahdae Barron of the Denver Broncos, both of whom are also navigating contract disputes over guarantees.
Meanwhile, in other NFL news, former running back/returner Nyheim Hines is making a comeback after a significant knee injury that kept him out for two full seasons. Hines is now a free agent, looking for a new team as he claims to be back to his previous playing form.
Additionally, the Cleveland Browns have recently faced a troubling situation with rookie running back Quinshon Judkins, who was arrested and charged with domestic violence. Judkins, just 21 years old, is awaiting trial on the misdemeanor charge.
Former NFL star defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh announced his retirement after a successful thirteen-season career, which included five Pro Bowl selections and a Super Bowl championship.
As the NFL season prepares to kick off, discussion around several teams continues, particularly those like the Cardinals, Texans, Jaguars, Saints, Jets, Eagles, and Bucs, which are still in pursuit of their first MVP winner in the Super Bowl era.
As training camps loom, fans and analysts alike will be keeping an eye on these contract negotiations and player developments as the season approaches.
