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Jun 13, 2023; Costa Mesa, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers helmet of quarterback Easton Stick (2) during minicamp at the Hoag Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Chargers hand former FSU football QB a jersey with history

Originally posted on Florida State Seminoles on SI
By Dustin Lewis | Last updated May 12, 2025 12:28 PM ET

The Florida State Seminoles had two selected during the 2025 NFL Draft while countless other players were picked up as undrafted free agents.

The latest class of former Seminoles is quickly getting an introduction to the league. Last weekend, teams held rookie minicamps as the march towards training camp continues. That provided an opportunity for first-year players to make a positive impression on their respective franchises.

The Los Angeles Chargers made a surprising move following the draft, signing former Florida State quarterback DJ Uiagalelei to an UDFA deal. Uiagalelei took the field with the Chargers for the first time at rookie minicamp and he was donning an interesting pair of digits; No. 13.

That's a number which certainly means a ton to the Chargers after star wide receiver Keenan Allen wore the jersey from 2013-23. Allen was one of the top players to ever suit up for the franchise. He ranks second in team history in career receiving yards (10,530 yards) along with second in receptions (904) and third in touchdowns (59).

Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh had a watchful eye on Uiagalelei in practice.

Jim Harbaugh giving pointers to the quarterbacks, including UDFA DJ Uiagalelei (13). pic.twitter.com/QEPKU77uSJ
— Thuc Nhi Nguyen (@thucnhi21) May 9, 2025

In 2024, Uiagalelei 84/156 passes for 1,065 yards with four touchdowns to six interceptions. In late September, Uiagalelei suffered an injury to his throwing hand that forced him to the sideline for the rest of the season. He was already dealing with a lower-body ailment.

Uiagalelei began his college career at Clemson and also spent a year at Oregon State. Over his five years with three different programs, he completed 779/1,332 passes for 9,384 yards with 61 touchdowns to 30 interceptions. He rushed 380 times for 1,124 yards and 21 more scores.