The Chargers' cutdown day swung on veteran safety Tony Jefferson’s surprise release, pitching doubt on back-end depth even as Nico Reed and Eric Rogers earned spots in a 12-DB group. Week 1 plans moved forward with Naji Harris activated, while Junior Coulson landed on season-ending IR and Marlo Wax seized a Cinderella roster spot. Austin Deculus arrived via trade, Branson Taylor was cut, and Dean Leonard landed on short-term IR, setting up a fluid week of practice squad shuffles and potential late moves.

With Kamani Vidal and Rocket Sanders off the roster and Najee Harris in the mix, San Diego faces tough rotation questions into the Chiefs opener. The show flags optimism for Reed and Rogers’ youth, and hints at a path for Jefferson to return on a practice squad if waiver risk remains, all while staying mindful of injuries and the evolving depth chart.