Chargers' Tuli Tuipulotu practices in full pads, shines in drills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 6:27 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Tuli Tuipulotu participated in team drills for the Los Angeles Chargers on August 6, 2026, after previously working individually. He made a notable play by disrupting a run from Omarion Hampton, drawing significant cheers from the crowd. Tuipulotu's return to full participation follows questions about his earlier limited involvement, which could be linked to either physical concerns or a cautious approach ahead of a contract extension. Expectations are high for Tuipulotu, who recorded 13 sacks last season, now joined by first-round pick Akheem Mesidor.
- •Tuli Tuipulotu returned to team drills in full pads on August 6.
- •He impressed with a strong play against Omarion Hampton.
- •Tuipulotu had previously been limited to individual drills.
- •He posted career highs last season with 13 sacks and 20 tackles for loss.
- •The Chargers aim to boost their defense with the addition of Akheem Mesidor.
- 6:27 PMYahoo Sports — Chargers EDGE Tuli Tuipulotu in full pads, making plays
"Tuli Tuipulotu was in full pads with the rest of his Chargers teammates, going through team drills for the first time.
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