Chargers sign wide receiver Devonte Ross as undrafted free agent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 4:36 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Los Angeles Chargers signed Devonte Ross as an undrafted free agent following the 2026 NFL Draft. Ross, a former wide receiver at Penn State and Troy, had a productive college career, highlighted by a breakout 2024 season with Troy where he recorded 76 catches for 1,043 yards and 11 touchdowns. Ross brings versatility and speed to the Chargers, though concerns about his size may limit his initial role. He will compete for a position on the practice squad against other receivers this summer.
- •Devonte Ross is 5'10 and weighs 170 pounds.
- •Ross had 36 catches for 501 yards and five touchdowns at Penn State in 2025.
- •He was named First-Team All-Sun Belt in 2024 at Troy.
- •Ross will compete with Luke Grimm, JaQuae Jackson, and Dalevon Campbell for a practice squad spot.
- •The Chargers also drafted speedster Brenen Thompson, intensifying competition for roster spots.
- 4:36 PMYahoo Sports — Los Angeles Chargers 90-in-90: WR Devonte Ross
"The former Troy and Penn State wideout is looking to carve out a role with the Chargers this summer.
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