Brenden Rice: Chargers Select Trojans Wideout in Seventh Round

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The Los Angeles Chargers have bolstered their wide receiver corps with the selection of Brenden Rice in the seventh round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Rice, a former standout for the USC Trojans, was taken with the No. 225 overall pick.

The son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerry Rice, Brenden has proven to be a talented pass-catcher in his own right. As a Trojan, he caught 80 passes for 1,112 yards and eight touchdowns in three seasons. His athleticism and route-running ability have been highly praised by scouts.

By selecting Rice, the Chargers add a young and promising receiver to their offense. He will join a wide receiver group that includes Keenan Allen, Mike Williams, and Joshua Palmer. Rice's versatility and ability to play both inside and outside should provide the Chargers with a valuable weapon in the passing game.