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The LA Chargers got a head start on training thanks to the team's participation in the Hall of Fame game on July 31. And to say it's been an eventful start to training camp would be an understatement.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 19

Unexpected Chargers rookie starts making noise at training camp

When one thinks of the Los Angeles Chargers draft class, the attention goes to big names like Omarion Hampton and Tre Harris. When one thinks of possible

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 17

Conn Has ‘No Question Marks’

CLEMSON — Clemson returns a ton of production for the 2025 season, and on both sides of the ball, but that doesn’t mean there are no holes to fill. One of the biggest resides in the secondary, where RJ Mickens served as the veteran presence among the safeties a season ago.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 17

Chargers agree to terms with second-round WR Tre Harris

While Tre Harris was one of many second-round picks to remain unsigned through mid-July, the rookie made headlines when he was a no-show during the start of Chargers training camp. Well, the unofficial holdout is over.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / July 10

Chargers rookie has already made $1.38 million veteran expendable

The NFL is a young man's game. It doesn't matter if you are a veteran on a cheap contract, if there is a young player on your heels with several years of team control then you will be shown the door.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 8

Chargers' popular veteran is a sudden cut candidate before training camp

The Los Angeles Chargers will have some difficult decisions to make when it comes time to trim the roster down to 53 players, and there will probably be some surprising cuts.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / June 30

Replacing Mickens will not be Easy

CLEMSON — Though the Clemson defense is expected to be much better in 2025, it still has a few question marks going into the new season. The main one comes at safety, where the Tigers must replace R.J.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 4

Clemson Draft Pick Among ESPN Analyst’s Favorites

This ESPN analyst is a fan of one particular Clemson draft pick. ESPN’s Matt Miller highlighted his 100 favorite selections of the 2025 NFL Draft (subscription required) and named former Clemson safety R.J.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 1

Chargers stole 108th-ranked NFL draft prospect at No. 214

The Los Angeles Chargers have received a ton of praise after their work in the 2025 NFL Draft. Fans should be pleased with nearly every selection. From running back Omarion Hampton in the first round, to Florida safety Trikweze Bridges with their final pick in the seventh round.

Clemson Tigers Safety Taken by Los Angeles Chargers in Sixth Round of NFL Draft

The Clemson Tigers saw their second player of the day get taken in the 2025 NFL draft with a safety being selected in the sixth round. It was the Los Angeles Chargers that took R.J.

College Football News / Bolts From The Blue / April 26

How the media is grading sixth round pick R.J. Mickens

The Chargers drafted safety R.J. Mickens in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. We’ve got some draft grades from the media and you can vote as well on the pick.

College Football News / Bolts From The Blue / April 26

Chargers NFL Draft 2025: Bolts select R.J. Mickens, S, Clemson with the 214th pick

The Chargers grab versatile safety and special teams contributor with their second sixth-round pick in Clemson safety R.J. Mickens. With the 214th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Chargers selected Clemson safety R.J.

Chargers draft R.J. Mickens: Instant analysis of LA's 6th-round pick

The Los Angeles Chargers made their eighth pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, selecting Clemson safety R.J. Mickens with the No.214 overall pick. Mickens stands at 6 feet, 199 pounds and tested well at the Combine.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / April 25

Will Clemson Tigers See Player Selected on Second Day of NFL Draft?

As expected, no Clemson Tigers were picked in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday. So, what’s next? Well, the second day of the NFL Draft features the second and third rounds and dozens of other players will come off the board.

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Who is R.J. Mickens? Versatile safety has always believed, now gets his chance in 2025 NFL draft

Clemson safety R.J. Mickens had a memorable senior season with the Tigers, earning his shot to be a valuable asset in the 2025 NFL draft. In an under-appreciated safety class, Mickens is one of the standouts.

Clemson Tigers News / The 33rd Team / April 9

RJ Mickens 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Clemson Tigers SAF

Height: 6000 (verified) Weight: 199lbs (verified) Year: Senior Pro Comparison: Chamarri Conner Clemson Tigers safety RJ Mickens is a long, physical run defender with explosive linear traits that allow him to be an asset low and closer to the line of scrimmage.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / April 1

2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: RJ Mickens, Clemson

RJ Mickens has been a consistently strong presence in the Clemson secondary for three years, but how does his full NFL scouting report look? More 2025 NFL Draft Profiles 5’11” 221 lbs A class of 2020 graduate, RJ Mickens spent his HS career at Southlake Carroll in Texas.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Clemson Safety R.J. Mickens Draws NFL Interest Following Stellar Combine Performance

Clemson safety R.J. Mickens has quickly become a rising star in the 2025 NFL Draft conversation, earning significant interest from top NFL teams, including the Dallas Cowboys, New York Jets, and Indianapolis Colts.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 7

Latest Update on RJ Mickens Injury

CHARLOTTE — Here’s the latest information on No. 17 Clemson’s veteran defensive back ahead of the ACC Championship. Tigers safety R.J. Mickens is expected to play for the matchup with No.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / November 16

Watch: Clemson's Defense Brings Its Bite In Win Over Pitt

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 5

Mickens says Defense Needs to Play for 4 Quarters

CLEMSON – Coming off its win over Sanford, No. 15 Clemson travels to Tallahassee, Fla., for the third conference game of the season. Safety R.J. Mickens spoke with the media earlier this week to share his thoughts on his and the team’s performance to this point in the season and more.

College Football News / Clemson Tigers on SI / September 4

Highest Graded Clemson Tigers Players From Disappointing Loss to Georgia

The Clemson Tigers had a very disappointing first game of the season against the Georgia Bulldogs, but not everyone on the team had a bad day. Pro Football Focus recently released their weekly player grades for the first weekend of the season, and a couple of Tigers players has solid performances.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / August 3

Clemson Tigers Star Defender Speaks NCAA Football 25 Video Game

This summer was a big one for college football and Clemson Tigers fans. For the first time in 11 years, a new college football video game was released by EA Sports, College Football 25.

Clemson Tigers News / FanNation All Clemson / December 23, 2023

RJ Mickens joins Barrett Carter in return. Clemson now waits on Shipley, Mafah.

With Andrew Mukuba now headed to Texas and Toriano Pride now at Missouri, Clemson had some gaps to fill. Add to that the departure of Nate Wiggins to the NFL and you get a fuller picture of what Clemson's coaching staff was looking at in the secondary next season.

Clemson Tigers News / TigerNet / December 21, 2023

Clemson DB RJ Mickens makes decision on playing future

Clemson senior safety RJ Mickens announced on Thursday that he is coming back for another season. Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney said that Mickens was wavering on whether to go to the NFL or use his extra waiver season with the Tigers.