Tuli Tuipulotu discusses contract extension ahead of Chargers minicamp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Tuli Tuipulotu, edge rusher for the Los Angeles Chargers, spoke to the media at mandatory minicamp on June 18, 2026. Tuipulotu is entering his fourth season and is eligible for a contract extension. Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz expressed the team's desire to keep him long-term. Tuipulotu stated, "I’m gonna be here" and emphasized his wish to remain with the team during negotiations. His strong performance, which included 13 sacks last season, has led to increased interest in securing a new deal before his value rises further.
- •Tuipulotu is eligible for a contract extension this summer.
- •He achieved 13 sacks last season, marking a career high.
- •Chargers aim to retain Tuipulotu as part of their defense.
- •Tuipulotu values staying with the team amid negotiations.
- •The team drafted Akheem Mesidor to aid their pass rush.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Tuli Tuipulotu says “I’m Gonna Be Here” as extension talks loom
"The Sporting Tribune's Fernando Ramirez writes about edge rusher Tuli Tuipulotu speaking on his potential contract extension.
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