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Chargers Announce Decision On Najee Harris After Fireworks Injury

Originally posted on The Spun | By Daniel Bates | Last updated Jul 16, 2025 6:06 PM ET

A scary July 4th incident will reportedly result in a training camp delay for Chargers running back Najee Harris.

The ex-Steelers Pro Bowler suffered a superficial eye injury in a fireworks accident a couple weeks back. And while it isn't expected to keep the 27-year-old veteran out for long, he won't be a full participant when LA's camp opens on Thursday.

Per Daniel Popper of The Athletic, "Chargers GM Joe Hortiz said Najee Harris (eye) will likely begin training camp on [the non-football injury list]. Harris is expected to report to The Bolt later today, per Hortiz. Harris has been receiving treatment from doctors at Stanford."

#Chargers GM Joe Hortiz said Najee Harris (eye) will likely begin training camp on NFI. Harris is expected to report to The Bolt later today, per Hortiz. Harris has been receiving treatment from doctors at Stanford.
— Daniel Popper (@danielrpopper) July 16, 2025

On July 10, Harris' agent Doug Hendrickson came out and broke the news that his client had been involved in the unfortunate occurrence:

"Najee Harris was present at a 4th of July event where a fireworks mishap resulted in injuries to several attendees," Hendrickson's statement read. "Najee sustained a superficial eye injury during the incident, but is fully expected to be ready for the upcoming NFL season."

Harris signed with the Chargers this offseason on a one-year, $5.25 million deal after spending his first four seasons in Pittsburgh.

The former Alabama star has rushed for 1,000 yards and at least six touchdowns every year of his professional career and has never missed a game.

This article first appeared on The Spun and was syndicated with permission.

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