Chargers Promote Dalevon Campbell and Marcus Williams in Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Chargers have announced the elevation of wide receiver Dalevon Campbell and safety Marcus Williams from their practice squad in preparation for Sunday’s game.
Dalevon Campbell’s Background and Performance
Dalevon Campbell, who trained throughout the offseason with the Chargers, briefly played for the Carolina Panthers at the beginning of the season. He was inactive last week as part of a standard elevation from the practice squad.
Campbell concluded his collegiate career at the University of South Carolina in 2024. Prior to that, he played two seasons at Nevada and three years at the University of Illinois, where he redshirted in 2019. His performance statistics include:
- Total Games Played: 60
- Career Starts: 21
- Receiving Yards: 1,471
- Average Yards per Catch: 16.7
- Total Touchdowns: 3
In 2023, Campbell earned honorable mention All-Mountain West honors after catching 31 passes for 594 yards and two touchdowns. He led the Gamecocks last season with an impressive receiving average of 26.0 yards.
Marcus Williams: A Veteran Presence
Marcus Williams brings a wealth of experience to the Chargers, having been a consistent safety since being drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 2017. Currently in his eighth NFL season, Williams has established himself as a reliable player throughout his career.
His career highlights include:
- Career Games Played: 118 (including postseason)
- Career Starts: 116
- Total Tackles: 469 (344 solo)
- Interceptions: 20
- Passes Defended: 56
- Fumble Recoveries: 4
- Career Sacks: 1
- Pick-Sixes: 1
Williams was recognized as an All-Rookie player in 2017, accumulating four interceptions and 71 tackles. He has also been named a two-time second-team All-Pro by Pro Football Focus in 2019 and 2021.
Before entering the NFL, Williams played at the University of Utah, where he received first-team All-Pacific-12 honors in 2015 and second-team All-America recognition in 2016.
The elevation of Campbell and Williams strengthens the Chargers’ roster as they gear up for their upcoming matchup.
