{"id":850097,"date":"2026-04-02T21:54:21","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T21:54:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/850097\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T21:54:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T21:54:21","slug":"chargers-to-host-oklahoma-rb-jaydn-ott-for-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/850097\/","title":{"rendered":"Chargers to Host Oklahoma RB Jaydn Ott for Visit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Los+Angeles%2C+CA&amp;city=Los+Angeles&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Chargers+to+Host+Oklahoma+RB+Jaydn+Ott+for+Visit&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fca%2Flos-angeles%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F02%2Fchargers-to-host-oklahoma-rb-jaydn-ott-for-visit%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69ced617c1b80.jpg\" alt=\"A fragmented, geometric painting in the style of Pablo Picasso, depicting a running back in motion with sharp, overlapping planes of the Chargers' powder blue and gold colors, capturing the energy and movement of the sport.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>A cubist interpretation of a Chargers running back showcases the raw athleticism and dynamism of the position.Los Angeles Today<\/p>\n<p>The Los Angeles Chargers are hosting former Cal and Oklahoma running back Jaydn Ott for a pre-draft visit on Wednesday, as they continue to evaluate options to potentially add depth to their backfield.<\/p>\n<p>      Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>The Chargers already have their top three running backs set for 2026, but are doing their due diligence on Ott, who had a standout sophomore season at Cal before injuries derailed his final college campaign at Oklahoma.<\/p>\n<p>            The details<\/p>\n<p>Ott rushed for 897 yards and 8 touchdowns as a freshman at Cal, then broke out with 1,315 yards and 12 scores as a sophomore, earning First-Team All-Pac 12 honors. However, his production dropped sharply as a junior, with just 387 yards and 4 TDs. He then transferred to Oklahoma but was limited to just 68 yards on 21 carries in 7 games due to injuries.<\/p>\n<p>      Ott is visiting the Chargers on Wednesday, April 2, 2026.He is also scheduled to visit the Bengals in the coming days.<\/p>\n<p>        The players<\/p>\n<p>        Jaydn Ott<\/p>\n<p>A former running back at Cal and Oklahoma who is looking to rebound after an injury-plagued final college season.<\/p>\n<p>Los Angeles Chargers<\/p>\n<p>An NFL team based in Los Angeles, California that is evaluating Ott as a potential late-round draft pick to add depth to their backfield.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Los+Angeles%2C+CA&amp;city=Los+Angeles&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Chargers+to+Host+Oklahoma+RB+Jaydn+Ott+for+Visit&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fca%2Flos-angeles%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F02%2Fchargers-to-host-oklahoma-rb-jaydn-ott-for-visit%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n            What they\u2019re saying<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-quote\">\u201cWith the way his college career ended, it&#8217;ll be tough to predict where exactly Ott will come off the board. He played well at this year&#8217;s Senior Bowl and performed well during his pro day. There&#8217;s something here, but I could very well see him getting drafted on day three.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-cite\">\u2014 Michael Peterson, Author<\/p>\n<p>            What\u2019s next<\/p>\n<p>The Chargers will continue to evaluate Ott during his visit on Wednesday and determine if he is worth selecting in the later rounds of the 2026 NFL Draft.<\/p>\n<p>        The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>The Chargers are doing their due diligence on Jaydn Ott, a talented running back whose college career was derailed by injuries. If he can prove his health and potential, Ott could be a late-round gem for a Chargers team looking to add depth to their backfield.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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