The Chargers open training camp on Thursday after veterans reported to the Bolt on Wednesday, starting their preseason program a week early due to their inclusion in the Hall of Fame Game on July 31.

The other 30 second-round picks remain unsigned. The Seahawks are next up, with safety Nick Emmanwori (35th overall) being the highest-drafted unsigned second-round prospect. The situation is beginning to reach a boiling point.

Both the Cleveland Browns with linebacker Carson Schwesinger and the Houston Texans with wideout Jayden Higgins gave out fully guaranteed contracts to their second-round picks. Technically, Houston did it first, so Cleveland didn’t really have a choice.

Winning your fantasy football league often comes down to the players you grab in the final rounds of your draft. While early-round stars set the foundation, it’s the late-round steals who can deliver league-winning upside at a bargain.

Rookie contracts in the NFL are typically a non-issue, but there is a good reason this year is playing out differently.

The Chargers and Nike hosted the 5th Annual 11ON event, bringing together tackle football programs from across Southern California. Over 500 athletes participated, with Chargers wide receiver Tre Harris,