Chargers Daily Links: Tre’ McKitty waived, makes way for Nick Vannett signing

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The Chargers finally did a little addition by subtraction this week by waiving former third round pick Tre’ McKitty. Whether you were hoping for the Chargers to buy or sell at the deadline, you may have been disappointed that this was the only move that was made Tuesday. Many fans eagerly waited to see if claims were made on the waiver wire, or if perhaps a late announcement of a last-minute trade would come through. However, the corresponding move came Wednesday when the Chargers promoted Nick Vannett from the practice squad to the active roster.

Nick Vannett is an instant upgrade over Tre’ McKitty as a run blocker, and provides experience in a room with two young tight ends who were originally signed by the Chargers as undrafted free agents.

Here are the links for today:

Chargers News:

The Chargers signed Nick Vannett to the active roster (Chargers.com)

Eric Smith discussed three key Chargers’ stats heading into Week Nine (Chargers.com)

Jason Reed believes the Chargers will regret not trading for four positional upgrades (Bolt Beat)

Brandon Staley says that “Corey Linsley is helping the team in a new way (ChargersWire)

NFL News:

Will Levis is penciled in for his second career start as the Titans prepare for a Thursday Night Football matchup against the Steelers. (ESPN.com)

Despite trading away Montez Sweat and Chase Young, Ron Rivera still believes the Commanders are “trying to win right now.” (ESPN.com)

Former agent Joel Corry breaks down the draft trades that should have happened. (CBS NFL)

Cody Benjamin details seven head coaches the Raiders should consider for the 2024 season (CBS NFL)

Linebacker coach Antonio Pierce has been promoted to interim head coach of the Raiders (NFL.com)

Despite trade, Montez Sweat is in no hurry to sign an extension with the Bears (NFL.com)