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Chargers Lose Preseason Star, Kimani Vidal Trade Rumors
Chargers cut preseason star Greg Desrosiers Jr., keeping Kimani Vidal as trade rumors swirl.
In brief
Chargers cut preseason star Greg Desrosiers Jr., keeping Kimani Vidal as trade rumors swirl. Los Angeles Chargers released practice squad running back Greg Desrosiers Jr. to keep Kimani Vidal on the team amid trade speculation. Originally reported by Los Angeles Chargers On SI.
Chargers Lose Preseason Star
Los Angeles Chargers released practice squad running back Greg Desrosiers Jr. after he had 166 yards on 23 attempts in three preseason games.
Desrosiers Stashed on Practice Squad
Chargers hoped Desrosiers would be called up if top running backs Omarion Hampton, Keaton Mitchell, or Kimani Vidal got injured.
Giants Choose Desrosiers
New York Giants selected Desrosiers after cutting former Chargers running back Najee Harris and placing Tyrone Tracy on injured reserve.
Kimani Vidal Trade Buzz
Trade rumors intensify as Kimani Vidal, the Chargers' best running back this season, faces interest from multiple teams.
Vidal's 2025 Season
Vidal started on the practice squad in 2025, ending the season as the team's leading rusher with 643 yards.
Chargers Keep Vidal
Losing Desrosiers allows Chargers to keep Vidal, avoiding losing two running backs in a short span.
Trade Deadline Approaches
With the NFL trade deadline near, teams like the Bears and 49ers have shown serious interest in Khalil Mack.
Chargers' Strategy
Chargers may move on from Vidal to gather draft capital for 2027, but losing Desrosiers keeps him on the team.
In short
Los Angeles Chargers released practice squad running back Greg Desrosiers Jr. to keep Kimani Vidal on the team amid trade speculation.
