Take a look at the entire Bolts roster leading into 2018 Preseason.
1 WR Justice Liggins
2 P Shane Tripucka
3 QB Geno Smith
4 K Roberto Aguayo
5 WR Nelson Spruce
6 K Caleb Sturgis
7 QB Cardale Jones
8 P Drew Kaser
9 QB Nic Shimonek
10 WR Artavis Scott
11 WR Geremy Davis
12 WR Travis Benjamin
13 WR Keenan Allen
15 WR Andre Patton
16 WR Tyrell Williams
17 QB Philip Rivers
20 CB Desmond King
24 CB Trevor Williams
25 S Rayshawn Jenkins
26 CB Casey Hayward
28 RB Melvin Gordon III
29 CB Craig Mager
30 RB Austin Ekeler
31 S Adrian Phillips
32 RB Justin Jackson
33 S Derwin James
34 FB Derek Watt
35 DB Micah Hannemann
35 RB Russell Hansbrough
36 CB Brandon Facyson
37 S Jahleel Addae
38 CB B.J. Clay
38 RB Detrez Newsome
39 DB Tony Brown
40 FB Anthony Manzo-Lewis
41 CB Marcus Edmond
41 WR Je'Ron Hamm
42 RB Terrell Watson
42 CB Channing Stribling
43 CB Michael Davis
44 LB Kyzir White
45 S A.J. Hendy
46 DE Chris Landrum
47 LS Mike Windt
48 LB Nick Dzubnar
50 ILB Hayes Pullard
51 OLB Kyle Emanuel
52 LB Denzel Perryman
53 C Mike Pouncey
54 DE Melvin Ingram III
57 OLB Jatavis Brown
58 LB Uchenna Nwosu
59 LB D'Juan Hines
61 C-G Scott Quessenberry
62 OL Chris Durant
64 C-G Cole Toner
65 OL Zack Golditch
66 G Dan Feeney
67 G Brett Boyko
68 T Trent Scott
69 T Sam Tevi
70 DL Steven Richardson
71 NT Damion Square
72 T Joe Barksdale
73 C-G Spencer Pulley
74 G Erick Wren
75 G Michael Schofield III
76 T Russell Okung
77 G Forrest Lamp
78 DT Marcus Hardison
80 TE Sean Culkin
81 WR Mike Williams
82 TE Cole Hunt
83 TE Braedon Bowman
84 WR Dylan Cantrell
87 TE Ben Johnson
88 TE Virgil Green
89 WR J.J. Jones
90 DE Whitney Richardson
91 DL Justin Jones
92 NT Brandon Mebane
93 DE Darius Philon
94 DT Corey Liuget
95 DL Bijhon Jackson
96 LB Kyle Coleman
97 DE Patrick Afriyie
98 DE Isaac Rochell
99 DE Joey Bosa
As we near the start of training camp on July 28, we'll preview each position for the Los Angeles Chargers. We continue with linebackers.
Previous Previews
Denzel Perryman– It's hard to believe Perryman is already entering his fourth year in the league. One of the hardest hitters on the team, number 52 is an intimidating presence in the middle. The key for the linebacker is staying healthy as he's yet to play a 16-game season in his career. Still, there's no denying Perryman is an impact player with offenses always knowing where he is on the field each and every snap.
Kyle Emanuel – Another linebacker entering his fourth season with the Bolts, Emanuel is a bit of a throwback player who thrives doing the dirty work. The 6-3, 250-pounder is a force against the run, and set career-highs in tackles (34), sacks (1.5) and passes defensed (three) in 2017.
Jatavis Brown – The athletic Brown battled through injuries a year ago, but still pieced together a solid campaign, posting 79 tackles for the second consecutive season. The 5-11, 221-pounder boasts impressive range, and is a natural fit in Defensive Coordinator Gus Bradley's system.
Uchenna Nwosu– The Bolts scooped up the USC product in the second round, and the 6-2, 251-pounder appears primed to have an impact right away. While Nwosu is effective against the run, it's his ability to wreak havoc on the quarterback that sets him apart. The Carson, CA native took his game to another level as a senior in 2017, tallying 9.5 sacks and 13 passes defensed.
Kyzir White– A hybrid safety/linebacker at West Virginia, the Chargers selected White in the fourth round with every intention on playing him at Will linebacker. The position is a perfect fit for someone of White's talents as it maximizes his speed-power combo. How he adapts to the spot in Bradley's scheme will be a storyline to watch throughout camp.
Nick Dzubnar– The Bolts inked Dzubnar to a two-year contract early in free agency. A capable player on defense, Dzubnar is equally valuable on special teams as he constantly ranks among the best in the league in ST tackles.
Hayes Pullard - Another former USC star, the Chargers plucked Pullard off waivers a week before the 2017 campaign began. He ended up playing a significant role after Perryman's injury, setting career-highs across the board. Pullard totaled 74 tackles and one interception in 13 games with 10 starts.
James Onwualu– Originally signed as an undrafted free agent out of Notre Dame, Onwualu spent most of his rookie campaign on the active roster before finishing it on the practice squad. The former Fighting Irish captain saw limited duty on defense, but made his presence felt on special teams.
D'Juan Hines– The undrafted free agent out of Houston enters training camp following a standout offseason program in which he earned high praise from the coaching staff. Still, it's one thing to do it in shorts and shells. How will he look when the pads go on? If he continues to impress, he has a good chance to continue the team's long-standing tradition of a rookie free agent making the opening day roster.
We're Keeping Our Eye On…
Ricky Henne: I'm going to be glued on Kyzir White. Various pundits noted how the Bolts landed a gem in the fourth round as the West Virginia star is a perfect fit for Gus Bradley's scheme. Still, it's a sharp learning curve for any rookie, let alone one who is transitioning to a new position as White played a hybrid safety/linebacker role for the Mountaineers. Still, White has a tremendous skillset, and is just tapping into that potential. I can't wait to see him out at Jack Hammett Sports Complex.
Hayley Elwood: Can I say the whole LB corps? I'm saying the whole linebacker corps. This is one of the most interesting position groups on the roster because of the mix between vested veterans and younger players. I'm looking to see how all of them will be able to mesh with each other. Can rookies like Uchenna Nwosu and Kyzir White push themselves into prominent roles? What happens with the more established vets? As we realized last year, depth at this position is key, and I think this will be one of the more heated, competitive battles during camp.
Chris Hayre: Linebacker depth was tested throughout 2017 in large because of a preseason ankle injury to Denzel Perryman. Now fully healthy, I'll be looking to see how Perryman's consistent presence stabilizes the LB corps. Couple that with the additions of Uchenna Nwosu and Kyzir White, and there is plenty to monitor in this group during camp.
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