Overview

• The running back sustained a superficial eye injury during a fireworks malfunction at an Antioch celebration that also injured multiple attendees.
• Official confirmation from agent Doug Hendrickson on July 11 dispelled earlier rumors that Harris had suffered more severe damage.
• Harris signed a one-year deal with the Chargers in March to bolster a rushing offense that has lacked a 1,000-yard back since 2017.
• The team will monitor his recovery through pre–training camp evaluations while rookie Omarion Hampton provides depth at running back.
• At least one attendee was hospitalized with finger amputations, renewing safety concerns over large public fireworks displays.