Chargers 2026 camp focuses on Tuipulotu deal, frontline battles, and McDaniel's scheme
The Los Angeles Chargers open training camp for 2026 with a make-or-break vibe under Jim Harbaugh and Joe Hortiz, led by Tuipulotu’s looming extension and whether he will practice; a head-to-head left guard battle among Jake Slaughter, Kayode Awosika, and Trevor Penning; a safety competition to replace Derwin James when he lines up closer to the line, with Elijah Molden, Tony Jefferson, RJ Mickens, and Genesis Smith in the mix; potential cornerback rotations under new coordinator Chris O’Leary; and the rollout of a Mike McDaniel–influenced offense featuring more outside-zone runs and quicker passes as Herbert and the team chase a postseason breakthrough.