Bolts Sign 5 Members of 2026 Draft Class, 18 Undrafted Free Agents
Los Angeles Chargers • • sports
Key Points:
- The Los Angeles Chargers signed five 2026 draft picks to rookie contracts: Memphis tackle Travis Burke, Arizona safety Genesis Smith, South Carolina defensive lineman Nick Barrett, Boston College guard Logan Taylor, and Oregon guard Alex Harkey.
- The team waived defensive lineman Josh Fuga and cornerback Jordan Oladokun, while signing 18 undrafted free agents from various colleges including Utah State, Kansas State, and Florida State.
- Travis Burke started 11 games at right tackle for Memphis in 2025, contributing to a strong rushing offense and previously starting 22 games at Florida International and 14 games at Gardner-Webb.
- Genesis Smith, a third-team All-Big 12 selection, recorded 77 tackles and multiple turnovers in 2025 at Arizona, earning recognition for his on-field performance and community service.
- Nick Barrett served as a team captain and co-MVP at South Carolina in 2025, leading the defensive linemen in tackles and contributing significantly over five seasons.
