Chargers Face Unresolved Gaps Ahead of 2025 Season

The Los Angeles Chargers enter the 2025 NFL season with unresolved concerns at tight end and cornerback, despite adding veteran Tyler Conklin and cornerback Donte Jackson in free agency. The tight end group, now including rookie Oronde Gadsden II and veteran Will Dissly, is widely viewed as one of the league's weakest, with no players earning top-10 recognition. The secondary remains thin after the departures of Kristian Fulton and Asante Samuel Jr., and Donte Jackson's recent performance has drawn skepticism from analysts. Offensively, the return of Mike Williams and the addition of rookies Tre Harris and KeAndre Lambert-Smith bolster wide receiver depth, though further moves are being considered, including speculation around Chase Claypool. Additionally, key starters such as Alohi Gilman and Mike Williams could be in their final season with the team due to contract situations and rising young talent. The Chargers' conservative offseason approach leaves open questions that could impact their playoff hopes.