Chargers mandatory minicamp: Which rookies stood out on Day 1?
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The Chargers kicked off their mandatory minicamp on Tuesday with two fourth-round rookies stealing the show during 7-on-7 drills. Wide receiver Brenen Thompson and safety Genesis Smith delivered standout performances that highlighted Day 1 of practice.
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Thompson, the blazing-fast deep threat out of Mississippi State, made the top play of the day on offense. He initially hauled in a tough, contested catch downfield over safety Elijah Molden before showcasing his elite 4.26 speed on a massive 50-yard explosive gain behind the defense. Unfortunately, he briefly exited practice early with a trainer.
On the other side of the ball, Smith proved exactly why his natural centerfield instincts were coveted. The ball-hawking safety out of Arizona flashed his coverage skills and range by jumping a route to intercept quarterback Trey Lance's pass along the left sideline. Smith's playmaking ability immediately heats up the roster battle as he challenges for immediate playing time.
This article originally appeared on Chargers Wire: Pair of rookies stand out on first day of Chargers mandatory minicamp