Los Angeles Chargers running back Najee Harris was placed on the non-football injury/illness (NFI) list following an eye injury sustained during a July 4 fireworks accident. Although the incident involved multiple injuries, including a friend losing fingers, Harris’ agent described his injury as “superficial.”
General Manager Joe Hortiz expressed optimism, stating that Harris’ time on the list likely won’t be long and he is expected to be ready for the upcoming season.
Chargers Monitor Injured Players As Harris, Williams, Molden Miss Start Of Camp
As Chargers veterans reported for training camp, Harris remained in the Bay Area for ongoing treatment with doctors at Stanford. Chargers medical staff, led by director of player health and performance Marco Zucconi, have maintained regular contact with Harris’ doctors. According to Hortiz, all updates from those appointments have been positive, though the team has not yet personally evaluated the injury.
Najee Harris (NFL)Harris isn’t the only key Charger sidelined at the start of camp. Wide receiver Mike Williams and safety Elijah Molden were both placed on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list. Williams is dealing with an undisclosed spring injury, while Molden is recovering from offseason surgery. Like Harris, both players are expected to return relatively early in training camp.
Contract Talks Stall For Tre Harris, Rashawn Slater As Camp Practice Gains Importance
Rookie wide receiver Tre Harris was notably absent from the facility due to unresolved contract negotiations. He remains one of 30 unsigned second-round picks after early picks in the round received fully guaranteed deals. This has led to a wider push by agents for more guaranteed money. Hortiz expressed hope that a deal would be reached soon, emphasizing the importance of training camp practice for player development.
Hortiz also addressed the contract status of left tackle Rashawn Slater, who is entering the final year of his rookie deal. While there has been no extension finalized, Hortiz noted that “positive conversations” are ongoing with Slater’s agent. Slater previously declined to confirm whether he would play the season without a new contract, leaving his status an important storyline to watch.
