Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver Tre Harris, a second-round pick, is holding out from training camp amid a widespread contractual dispute involving second-round selections. Harris did not report by the Saturday deadline for Chargers rookies, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. His absence marks the beginning of what could become a larger trend among second-round picks as training camps open around the league.
The Chargers are the first NFL team to begin training camp this season, with veterans scheduled to report on Wednesday. Despite the early start, they are not alone in dealing with rookie contract challenges. An overwhelming majority — 30 of 32 — of this year’s second-round picks have yet to sign their rookie contracts, all due to disagreements over the amount of guaranteed money in those deals.
Tre Harris (NFL)Fully Guaranteed Contracts Spark Rookie Holdouts, Delaying Deals Across Early Draft Rounds
Only two second-rounders, Carson Schwesinger (No. 33, Browns) and Jayden Higgins (No. 34, Texans), have signed their contracts. Both secured fully guaranteed deals, which was a significant development flagged by NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero back in May. These fully guaranteed contracts set a precedent that has likely contributed to the widespread holdout, as other second-rounders now seek similar terms.
The contract stalemate isn’t limited to second-round picks. Two first-round selections — Shemar Stewart of the Bengals and Jahdae Barron of the Broncos — remain unsigned, with Stewart’s situation reportedly also linked to guaranteed money disputes. As training camps begin, these unresolved contract issues signal a broader shift in rookie negotiations that could affect teams’ preparations and rookie participation league-wide.
