Three Chargers preseason battles rise from the training camp grind as they face the Rams. Tre Harris and KeAndre Lambert-Smith are vying for a lead role behind the veteran trio at receiver, with Harris flashing as a rookie second-rounder and Lambert-Smith delivering in the Hall of Fame Game. Their continued showings over the final two tune-ups will shape the 2025 target tree and fantasy upside behind the Chargers’ top options.

Tarheeb Still and others loom in the cornerback depth chart, as Eric Rogers and Nikko Reed press for a roster spot. The winner could carve out a sub-package role and even push for starting reps if injuries hit. On the edge, Caleb Murphy and Kyle Kennard are jockeying for the No. 4 outside linebacker slot, mixing pass rush with special teams and rotational play to keep the Chargers’ top rushers fresh.

Bottom line: these battles will tilt depth charts and fantasy value in late August, with the 2025 Chargers needing contributors outside their obvious stars. Expect sharp competition, rotational snaps, and surprise contributors as cuts approach.