With Monday being the final day for teams to make decisions regarding fifth-year options, the Chargers finally announced that they will not be picking up the option for 2019 first-round pick, Jerry Tillery. However, NFL insider Ian Rapoport reported that Tillery remains “firmly” in the team’s long-term plans.
#Chargers are declining the 5th-year option for DL Jerry Tillery, source said, though he remains firmly in their long-term plans. Tillery comes off the most productive year yet, with 51 tackles and 4.5 sacks. GM Tom Telesco said recently, “I expect an even bigger role this year.