The Chargers are still turning over the roster as the preseason rolls on, and this latest round of workouts brought in a mix of receivers and a quarterback for Los Angeles to evaluate.
The team worked out wide receivers Elijah Badger, Liam Clifford, Gary Jennings and Brandon Hayes, along with quarterback E.J. Warner, as it continues searching for depth and competition before the regular season arrives.
At this point in the offseason, a workout is just that - a look, not a promise. The Chargers are giving themselves a chance to assess players who might offer depth, developmental value or a little extra competition in camp.
Badger stands out as one of the more interesting names in the group. He spent time at Arizona State before transferring to Florida, and his college production included three seasons with more than 700 receiving yards. That kind of résumé makes him a worthwhile receiver for Los Angeles to examine as it sorts through the position.
Clifford, a former Penn State player, also gets his shot to make an impression. He came through the Big Ten and now has an opening to push for another opportunity at the professional level.
Jennings brings the most NFL experience of the receivers. A former fourth-round pick of the Seattle Seahawks, he has bounced around multiple teams since entering the league. He still hasn’t appeared in a regular-season game, but the Chargers workout gives him another chance to show he belongs.
Hayes is trying to keep his own pro path moving after spending rookie minicamp with the Philadelphia Eagles. For him, this is another chance to compete for a spot and keep chasing the same goal as the rest of the group.
Warner adds a different wrinkle as the lone quarterback in the workout. The son of Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner, E.J.
Warner played at Temple, transferred to Rice and finished his college career at Fresno State. He gives the Chargers another arm to evaluate and another body in the competition at quarterback.
Receiver is the spot to watch most closely here. Los Angeles has established options near the top of the depth chart, but the preseason has a way of opening doors fast. Injuries, roster moves and strong performances can all reshape the picture.
No one from this group is locked into a deal, but each player got the chance to show the Chargers what he can bring. A solid workout could lead to a contract, another look or an invitation to keep competing.
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