Chargers sign entire rookie class, except for two big names

The LA Chargers announced on Friday that they agreed to terms with seven members of their 2025 NFL Draft class. Defensive tackle Jamaree Caldwell, EDGE Kyle Kennard, wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith, tight end Oronde Gadsden II, left guard Branson Taylor, safety R.J. Mickens, and defensive back Trikweze Bridges all signed their rookie deals on the first day of rookie minicamp in Los Angeles. That leaves two members of the rookie draft class unsigned: running back Omarion Hampton and wide receiver Tre Harris. Both will have to be signed to their rookie deals at some point this offseason. First-round pick contracts traditionally take a little longer both around the league and for the Chargers specifically. The Chargers signed Joe Alt right before minicamp in June last offseason. LT Rashawn Slater signed his rookie deal prior to training camp in July of 2021. Tre Harris could sign slightly later than expected as a day two wide receiver draft pick. Second-round draft picks have gotten more guarantees in their