Isas Waxter competes for cornerback position with Chargers in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 4:47 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Isas Waxter is vying for a spot on the Los Angeles Chargers' roster as a cornerback for the 2026 season. After joining the team as an undrafted free agent in 2025, he impressed the coaching staff enough to earn a reserve/futures contract. Waxter has shown promise with good size and tackling ability but faces challenges in man coverage. The Chargers' cornerback room is crowded, making his chances of securing a roster spot competitive.
- •Waxter earned a reserve/futures contract with the Chargers for the 2026 season.
- •He previously played at Villanova before joining the NFL.
- •Competition in the cornerback room is intense with multiple young players vying for positions.
- •Waxter is viewed as a potential fit for a safety role due to his physical style.
- 4:47 PMYahoo Sports — Los Angeles Chargers 90-in-90: Isas Waxter, CB, scheme fit, 2026 outlook
"Isas Waxter earned a spot with the Chargers in 2025 and will look to compete in a crowded cornerback room in 2026.
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