Trey Pipkins III impresses at Los Angeles Chargers training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Trey Pipkins III has emerged as a notable contender at Los Angeles Chargers training camp, taking first-team reps at left guard. This marks his first practice with the top offensive line unit, as competition heats up with other players. Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel cautioned against overanalyzing practice reps, suggesting that true evaluation will come during padded practices next week. Pipkins' transition from tackle to guard adds complexity to the offensive line discussions, and the team is exploring all options ahead of the upcoming season.
- •Pipkins logs first-team reps at left guard during training camp
- •Competition includes Kayode Awosika, Trevor Penning, and Jake Slaughter
- •Coach Jim Harbaugh mentioned four players vying for the starting position
- •Padded practices next week will provide clearer evaluations
- •Pipkins has previously played tackle, adding to positional dynamics
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Offensive Lineman Emerges in Los Angeles Chargers Camp
"Trey Pipkins III is shaking up the depth chart, logging first-team reps at left guard and forcing a heated positional battle as padded practices approach in Los Angeles.
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