Overview
- The Chargers signed safety Marcus Williams to their practice squad, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.
- Head coach Jim Harbaugh said he expects Derwin James to practice after his ankle sprain, while cornerback Tarheeb Still is projected to miss 2–4 weeks with an MCL injury.
- Williams could be elevated for Week 9 against the Titans depending on how the secondary’s injuries progress.
- Los Angeles also added defensive tackle Kyle Peko to the practice squad and released running back Nyheim Hines and wide receiver Luke Grimm.
- Williams, 29, is a former Saints standout who signed a five-year, $70 million deal with the Ravens in 2022 and was released in March after injuries and benching; he worked out for the Chargers last week as the team evaluated multiple veteran safeties.