Keep track of all Chargers roster moves with this one-stop shop for all signings and transactions. You can also check out Chargers Free Agency 101 for more information.
Here is the 2025 Chargers Free Agency Tracker, which will be updated once moves are made official by either the Chargers or other NFL teams.
Signed
Mekhi Becton
The Chargers signed Mekhi Becton on March 14.
What It Means: The Chargers have added some major beef to their offensive line. Becton, a former first-round pick, is coming off a Super Bowl title with the Eagles and was one of the league's top right guards this past season. He's also a mammoth of a man at 6-foot-7 and 363 pounds, meaning he'll bring an imposing figure to the Bolts, not to mention the physical and tough mentality that Jim Harbaugh and Joe Hortiz want up front.
Instant Analysis: What Guard Mekhi Becton Brings to the Chargers Offense
5 Things to Know: New G Mekhi Becton
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Andre James
The Chargers signed Andre James on March 18.
What It Means: The Chargers have added more depth along the offensive line in James, who started 11 games at center for Las Vegas last season. The 27-year-old James, who starred at UCLA in college, has 89 games of experience with 60 starts during his six-year NFL career. He gives the Bolts another option at center as wait to see how the starting five shake out. Zion Johnson will get work at the position and the Chargers also brought back Bradley Bozeman in free agency.
5 Things to Know: New C Andre James
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Agreed to Terms
Del'Shawn Phillips
The Chargers agreed to terms with Del'Shawn Phillips on March 14.
What It Means: The Chargers have added a key special teams piece to Ryan Ficken's group. Phillips is a 28-year-old linebacker who spent the 2024 season in Houston and has played nearly 1,400 career snaps on special teams. He was with Baltimore in 2022 and 2023, meaning Chargers General Manager Joe Hortiz knows him well, too. Phillips will be a vital component on special teams while also adding depth to the linebacker room.
5 Things to Know: New LB Del'Shawn Phillips
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Taylor Heinicke
The Chargers agreed to terms with Taylor Heinicke on March 13.
What It Means: The Chargers have found their backup quarterback. It's Taylor Heinicke, who served in the same role for the 2024 season. He ended up playing in four games last season, primarily in Pittsburgh when Justin Herbert went out with an ankle injury. He completed three of five passes for 28 yards. It's never a bad idea to have a solid backup on the roster, even if you have a franchise quarterback like Herbert entrenched within the organization, and Heinicke is exactly that for the Chargers.
Instant Analysis: Why the Chargers Brought Back Taylor Heinicke in Free Agency
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Da'Shawn Hand
The Chargers agreed to terms with Da'Shawn Hand on March 13.
What It Means: The Chargers added some depth to their defensive line room with Hand. A 2018 fourth-round pick by Detroit, he spent the past two seasons in Miami where he appeared in 33 total games. Hand's role in Los Angeles will likely be more about stopping the run than getting to the quarterback as he only has 5.0 career sacks, but he's a solid depth piece at a position the Chargers needed more bodies at in this point in free agency.
Instant Analysis: What Da'Shawn Hand Adds to the Chargers Defense
5 Things to Know: New DL Da'Shawn Hand
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Naquan Jones
The Chargers agreed to terms with Naquan Jones on March 13.
What It Means: The Chargers added more depth to the defensive trenches with Jones, who spent the past four seasons with the Titans and Cardinals. Jones offers plenty of size up front at 6-foot-3 and 313 pounds. He figures to slot in as a rotational piece in the position group.
Instant Analysis: Why the Chargers Added Naquan Jones in the Trenches
5 Things to Know: New DL Naquan Jones
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Mike Williams
The Chargers agreed to terms with Mike Williams on March 12.
What It Means: Mike Williams is back with the Chargers, the team that drafted him in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft. But Williams' return isn't just about good memories. Williams was a favorite target of Justin Herbert for four seasons and will provide a big-bodied presence on the outside at 6-foot-4 and 218 pounds. The Chargers were missing that element to their offense at times in 2024. They are banking on an old friend giving them a boost there in 2025.
Instant Analysis: Why the Chargers Reunited With Mike Williams in Free Agency
5 Things to Know: WR Mike Williams
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Najee Harris
The Chargers agreed to terms with Najee Harris on March 12.
What It Means: Harris, who recently turned 27, was 2021 first-round pick by the Steelers and has rushed for at least 1,000 yards in each of his four seasons in the league. That consistency is likely what drew the Chargers to Harris, who also tallied 28 rushing touchdowns in his four seasons in Pittsburgh, which plays a similar brand of football to the one Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh wants to employ in Los Angeles. The Bolts want a certain identity to permeate through their team, and Harris is the latest player that fits the mold.
Instant Analysis: How Najee Harris Will Impact the Chargers Offense in 2025
5 Things to Know: New Chargers RB Najee Harris
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Donte Jackson
The Chargers agreed to terms with Donte Jackson on March 12.
What It Means: Jackson spent the 2024 season and five interceptions were tied for sixth in the league. He had a 66.9 passer rating allowed, good for sixth among defensive players with at least 25 targets, according to Pro Football Focus. Jackson provides a strong baseline level of play with the ability to be a game changer if he reaches his full potential. As the veteran in the cornerback room now, the Bolts are banking on an elite coaching staff to help the cornerback reach new heights in Los Angeles.
Instant Analysis: How Cornerback Donte Jackson Fits Into the Chargers Defense
5 Things to Know: New Chargers CB Donte Jackson
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Benjamin St-Juste
The Chargers agreed to terms with Benjamin St-Juste on March 12.
What It Means: The Chargers added strong depth to their cornerback room with the addition of St-Juste, who was a 2021 third-round pick by Washington. St-Juste, who played one season for Jim Harbaugh at Michigan, offers ideal size at 6-foot-3 and 200 pounds. He'll join a position group that currently includes Donte Jackson, Tarheeb Still, Cam Hart, Deane Leonard and Ja'Sir Taylor.
Instant Analysis: What Benjamin St-Juste Adds to the Chargers Defense
5 Things to Know: New Chargers CB Benjamin St-Juste
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Denzel Perryman
The Chargers agreed to terms with Denzel Perryman on March 12.
What It Means: Perryman in 2024 returned to the Chargers — the franchise that drafted him in 2015 — and made 11 starts. Perryman helped mentor Daiyan Henley this past season as the youngster had a breakout campaign and developed into a Pro-Bowl level player. If Perryman starts again next to Henley, that duo proved to be a strong tandem in 2024. But if Perryman takes on more of a secondary role in 2025, he'll be tasked with guiding third-round pick Junior Colson while staying ready to help the defense in any way possible.
Instant Analysis: Why the Chargers Brought Back Denzel Perryman in Free Agency
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Extended
Khalil Mack
The Chargers agreed on a contract extension with Khalil Mack on March 10.
What It Means: Khalil Mack isn't going anywhere. The future Hall of Famer never even hit free agency as the Chargers extended him before the legal tampering period began. Mack is still an elite player and his leadership on and off the field cannot be emphasized enough. Mack, who just turned 34, clearly believes in the Jim Harbaugh's vision and the direction of the Bolts. Now the goal is to get him his first playoff win, with bigger objectives on the horizon. Mack is at the stage of his career where he prioritizes winning above all else. And he wouldn't have returned to the Chargers if he didn't think that was a definite possibility.
Instant Analysis: Why Khalil Mack Returned to the Chargers in Free Agency
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Troy Dye
The Chargers agreed on a contract extension with Troy Dye on March 12.
What It Means: Dye is a versatile linebacker who provides value on both defense and special teams. He made five starts at linebacker in 2024 and tallied a career-high 57 tackles. Daiyan Henley is entrenched at one starting linebacker spot. And while 2024 third-round pick Junior Colson could fill the other spot this season, Dye's return gives the Chargers ample depth and another possible starter. Dye also led the Bolts with 368 special teams snaps last year and will play a key role again there under Special Teams Coordinator Ryan Ficken.
Instant Analysis: What Troy Dye's Return Means For the Chargers in Free Agency
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Jalen Reagor
The Chargers agreed on a contract extension with Jalen Reagor on March 12.
What It Means: The Bolts added depth to a wide receiver room that currently has four players under contract (not counting futures deals). Reagor joined the Chargers practice squad midseason before being signed to the active roster and playing a total of eight games (two starts). He caught seven passes for 100 yards and will now get his chance to battle for a spot during training camp.
Instant Analysis: What Jalen Reagor's Return Means For the Chargers in Free Agency
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Teair Tart
The Chargers agreed on a contract extension with Teair Tart on March 10.
What It Means: The defensive lineman was one of the most unheralded additions in 2024 when Chargers General Manager Joe Hortiz added Tart to the roster in mid-August as a free agent. Tart promptly rewarded the Bolts by being a tough and consistent player in the trenches, an area Hortiz and Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh see as a key to overall team success. With the position group potentially getting revamped this offseason, the Bolts view Tart as an integral piece up front.
Instant Analysis: What Teair Tart's Return Means For the Chargers
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JK Scott
The Chargers agreed on a contract extension with JK Scott on March 10.
What It Means: The Chargers made sure their punter never officially hit free agency. Scott was once again an asset on special teams with his hangtime and ability to limit big returns in the punt return game in 2024. His net average of 41.9 yards per punt was the second-best mark in team history and his four touchbacks tied for the second-fewest in the NFL in 2024. And don't discredit his impact in the other kicking game alongside Cameron Dicker and Josh Harris. Harris' holding ability has helped Dicker become perhaps the league's best young kicker.
Instant Analysis: Why the Chargers Brought Back JK Scott in Free Agency
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Bradley Bozeman
The Chargers agreed on a contract extension with Bradley Bozeman on March 10.
What It Means: Bozeman, a team captain in 2024, led the Bolts in offensive snaps with 1,057. He started all 17 games and the playoff contest. Bozeman's role for 2025 is unclear as Chargers General Manager Joe Hortiz said at the 2025 NFL Combine that Zion Johnson will get work at center going forward. Bozeman could serve as a mentor for Johnson and depth piece along the offensive line. Keep in mind that Bozeman also has experience playing left and right guard under Chargers Offensive Coordinator Greg Roman from their time together in Baltimore.
Instant Analysis: Why the Chargers Brought Back Bradley Bozeman in Free Agency
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Elijah Molden
The Chargers signed Elijah Molden to a contract extension on February 20.
What It Means: Molden and the Chargers were a perfect fit in 2024 after he was acquired via trade just before the start of the regular season. Molden set career highs with three interceptions, 75 total tackles, seven passes defended and two fumble recoveries. His presence on the back end also allowed Derwin James to have an All-Pro season by playing closer to the line of scrimmage. Overall, getting Molden back in the fold early is a clear win for the Chargers defense.
Instant Analysis: Why Elijah Molden's Contract Extension is a Win-Win for the Chargers
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Tendered
Tucker Fisk
The Chargers tendered Tucker Fisk on March 5.
What It Means: Fisk, the Chargers lone exclusive rights free agent this offseason, was tendered before the start of free agency. The tight end played in nine games this past season after being added to the roster in mid-August. He provided strong blocking in the trenches in certain offensive packages and provided unheralded dirty work all over the field.
Best Photos: Tucker Fisk
Released
Joey Bosa
March 13 Update: Bosa signed with the Bills in free agency.
The Chargers released Joey Bosa on March 5.
What It Means: The decision to release Bosa was a tough one for the Chargers. According to Over the Cap, the Bolts will save roughly $25 million on their 2025 salary cap after releasing Bosa. This brings their current projected cap space to around $91 million as of March 5.
Instant Analysis: What Joey Bosa’s Release Means for the Chargers
Gus Edwards
The Chargers released Gus Edwards on March 10.
What It Means: The Chargers added Edwards as a free agent in 2024 but he endured an up-and-down season with the Chargers. His release frees up about $3 million in salary cap space and also means the running back is potentially a strong need for the Bolts this offseason. As of March 10, the only Chargers running backs under contract in 2025 are Hassan Haskins and Kimani Vidal, both of whom played a limited role last season.
Instant Analysis: What Gus Edwards' Release Means for the Chargers
Unrestricted Free Agents
Eli Apple
Apple provided solid play in the secondary after being added to the roster in mid-October due to a host of injuries. The former first-round pick played in four games and recorded two tackles with a pass defensed.
Best Photos: Eli Apple
DJ Chark
Chark's 2024 season was hampered by injuries as he missed the first half of the year. He played sparingly the rest of the way but did catch a touchdown in the season finale against the Raiders.
Best Photos: DJ Chark
J.K. Dobbins
Dobbins bounced back from an Achilles injury in a big way as he set a career high with 905 rushing yards while surpassing 1,000 total yards from scrimmage. Dobbins' impressive season helped him finished as the runner up for the NFL's Comeback Player of the Year Award.
Best Photos: J.K. Dobbins
Hayden Hurst
Hurst is another player who was on a 1-year deal, but the tight end never found traction with the Chargers. He played in just nine games and had eight total catches for 73 yards.
Best Photos: Hayden Hurst
Brenden Jaimes
A 2021 fifth-round pick by the Chargers, Jaimes has mostly occupied a depth role along the offensive line in recent years. He made three starts in 2023 but only saw the field for 10 offensive snaps this past season.
Best Photos: Brenden Jaimes
Tony Jefferson
Jefferson seemingly turned back the clock in 2024 after spending last year as a scouting intern in Baltimore's front office. Jefferson joined the Chargers in June and served in a depth/mentorship role for the first half of the season. But he made one start and played in nine games down the stretch while providing strong depth at safety.
Best Photos: Tony Jefferson
Marcus Maye
Maye was added to the locker room in late November and promptly recorded an interception in Atlanta in his first game in powder blue. Another veteran safety on the roster, Maye played in four games and had 12 total tackles in 2024.
Best Photos: Marcus Maye
Sam Mustipher
Mustipher arrived to the Bolts at the end of training camp and mostly held a rotational role along the offensive line. He made one start at right guard and played 105 total offensive snaps in 2024.
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Nick Niemann
A hamstring injury cost Niemann the first four games of the 2024 season but he resumed his vital role on special teams after that. The linebacker ended up with the top overall PFF special teams grade on the team at 79.5 and also tallied a team-high 10 total tackles in that phase.
Best Photos: Nick Niemann
Shaq Quarterman
The Chargers added Quarterman to the roster in mis-November for depth purposes. He played on special teams and logged 175 snaps in that phase.
Best Photos: Shaq Quarterman
Chris Rumph II
A 2021 fourth-round pick, Rumph's 2024 season was lost when he suffered a foot injury in the preseason. Rumph played in 37 games with 3.0 total sacks in three seasons in powder blue.
Best Photos: Chris Rumph II
Asante Samuel, Jr.
Samuel, a 2021 second-round pick, played in just four games in 2024 before a shoulder injury landed him on Injured Reserve. The 25-year-old notched six career interceptions in 50 total regular-season games for the Chargers over the past three-plus seasons. He also had three picks in his lone playoff appearance.
Best Photos: Asante Samuel, Jr.
Easton Stick
Stick looked competent in four games as a starter in 2023 but couldn't carry that momentum over to the 2024 season. With Heinicke serving as Herbert's backup, Stick was the emergency third quarterback for nearly all of the season and didn't see the field at all.
Best Photos: Easton Stick
Departures
Morgan Fox
March 17 Update: Fox signed with the Falcons in free agency.
Simi Fehoko
March 14 Update: Fehoko signed with the Cardinals in free agency.
Poona Ford
March 13 Update: Ford signed with the Rams in free agency.
Kristian Fulton
March 13 Update: Fulton signed with the Chiefs in free agency.
Joshua Palmer
March 13 Update: Palmer signed with the Bills in free agency.
Foster Sarell
March 18 Update: Sarell signed with the Commanders in free agency.
Stone Smartt
March 17 Update: Smartt signed with the Jets in free agency.
Breakdown of Free Agency Terms
UFA: Any player with four or more accrued seasons and an expired contract; free to negotiate and sign with any team.
RFA: A player with three accrued seasons and an expired contract. RFAs are free to negotiate and sign with any team, but their original team can offer them one of various qualifying offers ("tenders") that come with the right of first refusal and/or draft-pick compensation.
ERFA: Any player with fewer than three accrued seasons and an expired contract. If his original team offers him a one-year contract at the league minimum (based on his credited seasons), the player cannot negotiate with other teams.
