Lance appears to have gained the upper hand in the backup quarterback battle, elevating his status with his dynamic play in victories over the Lions and Saints.

After not committing a turnover and running for touchdown, CBS Sports referred to Los Angeles Chargers' quarterback Trey Lance as "explosive."

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Chargers running back Najee Harris, who had been walking laps at practice since Aug. 2, ran and participatedin drills for the first time this training camp Tuesday.

Regardless of Najee Harris' status, the Los Angeles Chargers know how they will handle their situation at running back when the face the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1. Offensive coordinator Greg Roman said that rookie running back Omarion Hampton will either split carries with Harris or another running back on the roster.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/chargers as Chargers’ recent signing one of LA’s highest-graded players from preseason vs. Saints. The Los Angeles Chargers got a big showing from a player the team signed just days before a game.

The Los Angeles Chargers have secured a 27-13 win over the New Orleans Saints in a preseason game. Trey Lance scrambled for a 5-yard touchdown, and rookie Eric Rogers had two interceptions, including a 43-yard pick-6.

New Orleans Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough got his first taste of NFL action on Sunday, and it was a mixed-but-promising performance.

It's only the preseason, but Spencer Rattler looked rattled on Sunday against the Chargers. It wasn't the start he was hoping for:

New Orleans Saints QB Spencer Rattler was honest after a mediocre performance in the preseason opener against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Both Rattler and rookie Tyler Shough have the opportunity to play their way into the starting role for the Saints in 2025.