RB Najee Harris, LAC (1 Viewer)

[a_troll00]

I don't think we would know if this (assuming report is true) indicates a serious injury, or if it indicates simply getting treatment there out of an abundance of caution.

Going to a top notch eye institute only 2 hours away isn't what concerns me. It's the fact that he went there so quickly after visiting another hospital. Did the doctor at John Muir Concord Medical Center take one look and say, screw this?

Maybe he's looking for a second opinion.

 

[menobrown]

I don't think we would know if this (assuming report is true) indicates a serious injury, or if it indicates simply getting treatment there out of an abundance of caution.

Going to a top notch eye institute only 2 hours away isn't what concerns me. It's the fact that he went there so quickly after visiting another hospital. Did the doctor at John Muir Concord Medical Center take one look and say, screw this?

The injury happened late Friday night(SAT AM to be exact) on a holiday weekend and the initial doctor at John Muir might have advised him to see a specialist.

The accident was a week ago so not sure I'd say he went there so quickly. Don't know one way or the other. Might have just like made an appointment and went a few days later.

What we can probably ascertain at this point is it's what we'd all describe as a serious eye injury if it happened to us. ER doc, specialist, and already enough info to know that 2 weeks after the accident he's not expected to be ready to practice. All that's a concern, but it's also enough known info that it would not make sense if he did NOT go see a top notch eye care facility just 2 hours away.

 

[darksideofoz]

I don't think we would know if this (assuming report is true) indicates a serious injury, or if it indicates simply getting treatment there out of an abundance of caution.

Going to a top notch eye institute only 2 hours away isn't what concerns me. It's the fact that he went there so quickly after visiting another hospital. Did the doctor at John Muir Concord Medical Center take one look and say, screw this?

Maybe he's looking for a second opinion.

because he's concerned it is more than a superficial injury, or because the 1st opinion said it was more than superficial.

this seems odd

 

[JohnnyU]

I don't think we would know if this (assuming report is true) indicates a serious injury, or if it indicates simply getting treatment there out of an abundance of caution.

Going to a top notch eye institute only 2 hours away isn't what concerns me. It's the fact that he went there so quickly after visiting another hospital. Did the doctor at John Muir Concord Medical Center take one look and say, screw this?

Maybe he's looking for a second opinion.

We can speculate until the cows come home, because we’re not privy to that information and I doubt anyone is that would make it public right now.. Just hope he is OK.

 

[Skipdog77]

I don't think we would know if this (assuming report is true) indicates a serious injury, or if it indicates simply getting treatment there out of an abundance of caution.

Going to a top notch eye institute only 2 hours away isn't what concerns me. It's the fact that he went there so quickly after visiting another hospital. Did the doctor at John Muir Concord Medical Center take one look and say, screw this?

Maybe he's looking for a second opinion.

Eye see what you did there.

 

[Chaka]

I don't think we would know if this (assuming report is true) indicates a serious injury, or if it indicates simply getting treatment there out of an abundance of caution.

Going to a top notch eye institute only 2 hours away isn't what concerns me. It's the fact that he went there so quickly after visiting another hospital. Did the doctor at John Muir Concord Medical Center take one look and say, screw this?

Maybe he's looking for a second opinion.

because he's concerned it is more than a superficial injury, or because the 1st opinion said it was more than superficial.

this seems odd

Because eyes are very sensitive to physical trauma and you shouldn't mess with it if you have even a shred of concern.

An abundance of caution is warranted even if it turns out he's fine.

 

[TheWinz]

I don't think we would know if this (assuming report is true) indicates a serious injury, or if it indicates simply getting treatment there out of an abundance of caution.

Going to a top notch eye institute only 2 hours away isn't what concerns me. It's the fact that he went there so quickly after visiting another hospital. Did the doctor at John Muir Concord Medical Center take one look and say, screw this?

Maybe he's looking for a second opinion.

because he's concerned it is more than a superficial injury, or because the 1st opinion said it was more than superficial.

this seems odd

Because eyes are very sensitive to physical trauma and you shouldn't mess with it if you have even a shred of concern.

An abundance of caution is warranted even if it turns out he's fine.

Very true. Eyes are a terrible thing to waste. Still, at this point I think no news is bad news; not the other way around.

 

[Chaka]

I don't think we would know if this (assuming report is true) indicates a serious injury, or if it indicates simply getting treatment there out of an abundance of caution.

Going to a top notch eye institute only 2 hours away isn't what concerns me. It's the fact that he went there so quickly after visiting another hospital. Did the doctor at John Muir Concord Medical Center take one look and say, screw this?

Maybe he's looking for a second opinion.

because he's concerned it is more than a superficial injury, or because the 1st opinion said it was more than superficial.

this seems odd

Because eyes are very sensitive to physical trauma and you shouldn't mess with it if you have even a shred of concern.

An abundance of caution is warranted even if it turns out he's fine.

Very true. Eyes are a terrible thing to waste. Still, at this point I think no news is bad news; not the other way around.

Meh. I think no news is no news.

 

[Helaire-ious]

Am I the only one that thinks they would have been better off keeping Dobbins over Harris?

 

[TheWinz]

Am I the only one that thinks they would have been better off keeping Dobbins over Harris?

You're Helaire-ious

 

[Chaka]

Am I the only one that thinks they would have been better off keeping Dobbins over Harris?

Nope, you're not.

 

[Hankmoody]

because he's concerned it is more than a superficial injury, or because the 1st opinion said it was more than superficial.

Because he's an NFL player with $5M+ on the line and future earnings to consider. I'm sure just about anyone that makes $5M a year would not be sparing any expense or inconvenience getting the best care possible.

 

[Faust]

Chargers 2025 Training Camp Preview: Can the Run Game Become Among the Best in the NFL?

Excerpt:

As Harbaugh and the staff continue to build out their vision for a physical, tough rushing offense, they brought in Harris, one of the most reliable running backs in the league.
The 27-year-old running back joined the Bolts in free agency and is only active player in NFL to have at least 1,000 rushing yards in each of the last four NFL seasons. He has also been as reliable as they come, appearing in all 68 games throughout his career.
One of the most respected ball carriers in the league, he has come in and been even better than advertised so far during the offseason.
"I'm kind of blown away," Chargers Offensive Coordinator Greg Roman said of Harris. "Just his energy, positive energy he brings and then watching him move on the field, his suddenness for a guy that big to be able to get out of things as quick as he does.
"I've watched him from afar and man he's a darn good player, but seeing him up close and personal and getting to know him, we're excited to have him," Roman added. "He's been kind of blowing me away in every sense."

 

[menobrown]

"I'm kind of blown away," Chargers Offensive Coordinator Greg Roman said of Harris.

Roman added. "He's been kind of blowing me away in every sense."

Not just you Greg.

 

[Skipdog77]

"I'm kind of blown away," Chargers Offensive Coordinator Greg Roman said of Harris.

Roman added. "He's been kind of blowing me away in every sense."

Not just you Greg.

I really wish Harris the best and hope he makes a full recovery from this. That said, I'm also fighting an internal battle over the need to make a Greg Roman-Candle joke.

 

[efactor]

My grandmother (RIP) lost one of her eyes from either a cherry bomb or m80, can’t remember which, at the hands of my drunk grandfather (RIP). Not sure, but I think it happened before I was born. She stayed with him.

Chargers probably have more options then women did in the 1800's.

Winner!!!!!

 

[Jail]

Am I the only one that thinks they would have been better off keeping Dobbins over Harris?

They wanted to keep him, but I guess he didn’t like their offer. I would love to know what the offer was.

 

[JohnnyU]

My grandmother (RIP) lost one of her eyes from either a cherry bomb or m80, can’t remember which, at the hands of my drunk grandfather (RIP). Not sure, but I think it happened before I was born. She stayed with him.

Chargers probably have more options then women did in the 1800's.

Winner!!!!!

My grandmother was born in 1907. When she lost her eye it was replaced with a glass eye. I never knew her without it. She was a special person. Deeply religious.

 

[JohnnyU]

Per Footballguys update -

LAC: Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp​

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.

Our view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split.

 

[Lansdowne]

Per Footballguys update -

LAC: Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp​

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.

Our view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split.

I wonder if Sigmund wrote this blurb. He seemed bearish on Hampton at least in the immediate aftermath of the Draft. Seems to be skeptic that Hampton will look decisively better than Harris, something that while I agree on many of his views this is one I disagree with.

 

[Ilov80s]

Per Footballguys update -

LAC: Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp​

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.

Our view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split.

I wonder if Sigmund wrote this blurb. He seemed bearish on Hampton at least in the immediate aftermath of the Draft. Seems to be skeptic that Hampton will look decisively better than Harris, something that while I agree on many of his views this is one I disagree with.

Yeah, the news is sad but clearly good for Hampton but the way the blurb sounds you would think Hampton was the one injured.

 

[Alex P Keaton]

Per Footballguys update -

LAC: Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp​

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.

Our view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split.

Is there any link/news at this point suggesting Harris will miss the start of camp? I mean, sure maybe, but is this just pure speculation by FBGs?

 

[JohnnyU]

Per Footballguys update -

LAC: Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp​

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.

Our view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split.

Is there any link/news at this point suggesting Harris will miss the start of camp? I mean, sure maybe, but is this just pure speculation by FBGs?

I don't know if he will or not, but to me it makes sense. It's not like he needs to reps.

 

[Tau837]

Per Footballguys update -

LAC: Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp​

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.

Our view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split.

How does FBG know he will be ready to go by the start of the regular season? Because his agent said so in a statement?

Training camp starts this week, and I expect Harbaugh and Hortiz will speak to the press, so there is a (probably slim) chance we will get some useful information.

 

[JohnnyU]

Per Footballguys update -

LAC: Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp​

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.

Our view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split.

How does FBG know he will be ready to go by the start of the regular season? Because his agent said so in a statement?

Training camp starts this week, and I expect Harbaugh and Hortiz will speak to the press, so there is a (probably slim) chance we will get some useful information.

Just their view. No link, so I have no idea.

 

[menobrown]

Per Footballguys update -

LAC: Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp​

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.

Our view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split.

Is there any link/news at this point suggesting Harris will miss the start of camp? I mean, sure maybe, but is this just pure speculation by FBGs?

Not speculation. Won't search for a link but Rapapport reported a few days ago he was likely to miss the start of camp.

What's probably more speculative at this point is whether or not he's actually ready when the season starts.

 

[JohnnyU]

Per Footballguys update -

LAC: Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp​

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.

Our view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split.

Is there any link/news at this point suggesting Harris will miss the start of camp? I mean, sure maybe, but is this just pure speculation by FBGs?

Not speculation. Won't search for a link but Rapapport reported a few days ago he was likely to miss the start of camp.

What's probably more speculative at this point is whether or not he's actually ready when the season starts.

I don’t know much about the situation but did read some that used the word superficial. So if true, I don’t see how this is much of a problem.

 

[menobrown]

Per Footballguys update -

LAC: Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp​

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.

Our view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split.

Is there any link/news at this point suggesting Harris will miss the start of camp? I mean, sure maybe, but is this just pure speculation by FBGs?

Not speculation. Won't search for a link but Rapapport reported a few days ago he was likely to miss the start of camp.

What's probably more speculative at this point is whether or not he's actually ready when the season starts.

I don’t know much about the situation but did read some that used the word superficial. So if true, I don’t see how this is much of a problem.

Najee's agent used the superficial phrasing, and since he's paid to represent Najee, it leaves myself and others less then trusting it's that light of an injury.

Not saying it is or is not, but his playing status remains TBD to me.

 

[Hot Sauce Guy]

Dobbins just signed a one year deal with the Broncos!

Huge news!

Sad to see before some of my rookie drafts, as I was hoping Harvey would be gone before I pick. Very good move by Denver though. Very possible/likely he sees 50% of the work there.

In my eyes, the runway is pretty clear for Omarion Hampton to be a high-end RB2.

Dobbins gets hurt eating breakfast.

My bigger concern is how good Harvey is as a prospect.

 

[Hot Sauce Guy]

The irony (eyerony?) of Harris getting hurt off the field is notable.

 

[Leroy Hoard]

The irony (eyerony?) of Harris getting hurt off the field is notable.

I guess Jason Pierre-Paul never tackled him.

 

[Hot Sauce Guy]

Seriously though, how does every NFL player not know about the dangers of fireworks after the JPP incident?

Say what you will about Rahsee Rice’s extracurricular activities, my dude still has both eyes.

Eye’m just sayin.

 

[Uruk-Hai]

Seriously though, how does every NFL player not know about the dangers of fireworks after the JPP incident?

This could apply to the entire population of this country. People are sometimes just going to do dumb ****.

 

[Hot Sauce Guy]

Seriously though, how does every NFL player not know about the dangers of fireworks after the JPP incident?

This could apply to the entire population of this country. People are sometimes just going to do dumb ****.

Why couldn’t it have been one of my a-hole neighbors who lights off M80s at midnight on July 12th?! Why can’t he have a catastrophic fireworks injury?

But noooooo, they get to keep all of their phalanges, with which to continue to disturb the peace.

 

[oldmanhawkins]

Per Footballguys update -

LAC: Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp​

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.

Our view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split.

Is there any link/news at this point suggesting Harris will miss the start of camp? I mean, sure maybe, but is this just pure speculation by FBGs?

Not speculation. Won't search for a link but Rapapport reported a few days ago he was likely to miss the start of camp.

What's probably more speculative at this point is whether or not he's actually ready when the season starts.

I don’t know much about the situation but did read some that used the word superficial. So if true, I don’t see how this is much of a problem.

Najee's agent used the superficial phrasing, and since he's paid to represent Najee, it leaves myself and others less then trusting it's that light of an injury.

Not saying it is or is not, but his playing status remains TBD to me.

Not only are we unsure if the agent is a trustworthy source, I’m not sure we can assume superficial = minor. There’s damage to the surface of his eye. But because it was caused by fireworks, I’d be concerned that it might be significant.

 

[a_troll00]

If it's a cornea injury, it should heal pretty quickly. However, if it's a burn that requires surgery, then it no doubt becomes far m9re complicated.

Hopefully his eyesight is not permanently impacted.

 

[Hot Sauce Guy]

If it's a cornea injury, it should heal pretty quickly. However, if it's a burn that requires surgery, then it no doubt becomes far m9re complicated.

Hopefully his eyesight is not permanently impacted.

If it’s a lens, that’s no different than a cataract lens replacement, but yeah, if there are burns to other parts that could be debilitating. RB vision is kind of important.

 

[menobrown]

Encouraging initial news.

Chargers placed a few vets on the PUP list today, including Mike Williams, and Najee was not one of them.

 

[Hot Sauce Guy]

Encouraging initial news.

Chargers placed a few vets on the PUP list today, including Mike Williams, and Najee was not one of them.

Yeah, it has me tempted to take him in a start-up. Maybe not here, but in another round.

 

[menobrown]

Encouraging initial news.

Chargers placed a few vets on the PUP list today, including Mike Williams, and Najee was not one of them.

Not so great update.



@danielrpopper



#Chargers GM Joe Hortiz said Najee Harris (eye) will likely begin training camp on NFI. Harris is expected to report to The Bolt later today, per Hortiz. Harris has been receiving treatment from doctors at Stanford.

 

[socrates]

Encouraging initial news.

Chargers placed a few vets on the PUP list today, including Mike Williams, and Najee was not one of them.

Not so great update.

@danielrpopper



#Chargers GM Joe Hortiz said Najee Harris (eye) will likely begin training camp on NFI. Harris is expected to report to The Bolt later today, per Hortiz. Harris has been receiving treatment from doctors at Stanford.

In an interview, Harris stated, "I didn't see my name on the NFI or PUP list -- then again, I haven't been able to see a thing since July 4."

 

[steelcityman]

Per Footballguys update -

LAC: Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp​

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.

Our view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split.

they should throw a lot more, Herbert with Ladd, Q, Harris, KLS, break in the new TE(aka big WR), and sling it all over the field.

 

[TheWinz]

Superficial my a$$! I know I'm being a Debbie Downer thinking his eye is much worse, but me thinking his eye is bad is just like people saying he will be ready to start the season. Neither side has any actual info. So, for me, I'll believe it when I see it.

 

[JohnnyU]

Superficial my a$$! I know I'm being a Debbie Downer thinking his eye is much worse, but me thinking his eye is bad is just like people saying he will be ready to start the season. Neither side has any actual info. So, for me, I'll believe it when I see it.

At least he didn't tear an ACL getting out of bed.

 

[joey]

I'll believe it when I see it.

I see what you did here

 

[JohnnyU]

I'll believe it when I see it.

I see what you did here

I'm sure he will keep an eye out for every opportunity to get back on the field

 

[greenmountaingoat]

Eyes heal quickly. My niece ran into the lit end of her dad's cigarette like 15 years ago when she was 3 and it looked messed up but was fine in like 4 weeks.

Verdict- most likely nothingburger but lots of great jokes.

 

[socrates]

Eyes heal quickly. My niece ran into the lit end of her dad's cigarette like 15 years ago when she was 3 and it looked messed up but was fine in like 4 weeks.

Verdict- most likely nothingburger but lots of great jokes.

You are most likely right. I am no optometrist, but I would think a lot depends on that nature of the injury.

 

[JohnnyU]

Eyes heal quickly. My niece ran into the lit end of her dad's cigarette like 15 years ago when she was 3 and it looked messed up but was fine in like 4 weeks.

Verdict- most likely nothingburger but lots of great jokes.

You are most likely right. I am no optometrist, but I would think a lot depends on that nature of the injury.

I would have thought there would be more specific information about the injury. It seems to be very vague, or I may have just missed it.

 

[BoltNlava]

Eyes heal quickly. My niece ran into the lit end of her dad's cigarette like 15 years ago when she was 3 and it looked messed up but was fine in like 4 weeks.

Verdict- most likely nothingburger but lots of great jokes.

You are most likely right. I am no optometrist, but I would think a lot depends on that nature of the injury.

I would have thought there would be more specific information about the injury. It seems to be very vague, or I may have just missed it.

Nope. Just the info that's been reported. Maybe all is well, maybe not.