Los Angeles Chargers running backs coach Kiel McDonald talks with running back Omarion Hampton during training camp. Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

3 takeaways from Chargers training camp so far

Originally posted on Los Angeles Chargers on SI
By Tyler Reed | Last updated Jul 29, 2025 2:00 PM ET

The Los Angeles Chargers are going to get their first taste of action in the preseason slate when they meet the Detroit Lions on Thursday in the Hall of Fame Game.

Football in July doesn't feel right, but we are all here for it. Training camp is ramping up, and there's plenty of headlines to take from the handful of practices the team has had so far.

Here are three takeaways from Chargers training camp.

3. Wide Receiver Depth

The loudest voices in the Chargers fanbase have wanted the team to add depth at wide receiver this offseason.

Well, the team heard the message. Chargers rookies Tre Harris and KeAndre Lambert-Smith have shown out in their first camps. It will be interesting to see how much both could potentially see the field on Thursday.

2. Protecting Herbert

Looks like first team OL today will be: LT Rashawn Slater, LG Jamaree Salyer, C Bradley Bozeman, RG Mekhi Becton, RT Joe Alt. Zion Johnson at C with the second team OL. Andre James at C with the third team.
— Daniel Popper (@danielrpopper) July 28, 2025

The Chargers are counting on a revamped offensive line this upcoming season to protect franchise quarterback Justin Herbert.

Right guard Mekhi Becton could prove to be the most important signing of the offseason.

1. Deadly Duo

Being a first-round talent means the team expects you to make a Week 1 impact. But with Najee Harris' accident earlier this month, rookie running back Omarion Hampton has put the spotlight on himself during camp.

If Harris doesn't miss any time other than camp, the Chargers running back duo could quickly climb the ladder as one of the best in the league.

This article first appeared on Los Angeles Chargers on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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