Jim Harbaugh says rookie Brenen Thompson will see more snaps with McConkey questionable
Harbaugh called the matchup a “great opportunity” for Thompson and praised his focus and football IQ, indicating the rookie could earn snaps in Week 2 if Ladd McConkey is unavailable.
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“Yeah, I think you will,” Harbaugh said when asked if injuries could lead to more Thompson; he praised Thompson’s focus and ability to process assignments quickly.
Thompson ran a reported 4.26 40-yard dash and offers downfield speed.
If Ladd McConkey (questionable) or other receivers miss time, Thompson could be elevated from special-teams/bench role into offensive packages.
Chargers may shift toward more vertical/deep opportunities or substitute Thompson on boundary snaps.
Expect coaches to involve Thompson in practice and game-plan reps this week.
His role would affect matchups for Quentin Johnston, slot usage and substitution patterns in 11/12 personnel.
This is a coaching-decision-driven roster opportunity, not an official transaction.