Los Angeles Chargers Add Rick Lovato to Active Roster
The Los Angeles Chargers have added long snapper Rick Lovato to their active roster. This move comes as the team placed defensive lineman Otito Ogbonnia on Reserve/Injured. In a related transaction, running back Trayveon Williams was signed to the practice squad.
Rick Lovato’s Background
Rick Lovato has been an important part of the Chargers’ operations this season. He has snapped in all seven games, contributing to a perfect record of converting all 15 field goals and all 14 extra point attempts.
Throughout his career, Lovato has played in 163 games, including 146 regular season and 17 postseason matches. His experience spans teams like the Green Bay Packers, Philadelphia Eagles, and the Los Angeles Chargers.
Achievements in Philadelphia
- Played from 2017 to 2024 with the Eagles.
- Earned Pro Bowl honors in 2019.
- Contributed to two Super Bowl victories.
During his time with the Eagles, Lovato was a key player in helping kicker Jake Elliott achieve an 84.8% field goal conversion rate, scoring 906 points. He played a role in Elliott’s selection to the Pro Bowl in 2021 and as an Associated Press second-team All-Pro in 2023.
Trayveon Williams’ Career Highlights
Trayveon Williams, a sixth-round pick by the Cincinnati Bengals in the 2019 NFL Draft, has appeared in 71 career games, including 68 regular season and three postseason contests. His special teams efforts have included 10 tackles and 33 kickoff returns for 743 yards, averaging 22.5 yards per return.
Offensive Contributions
- 307 rushing yards on 62 attempts (5.0 avg.).
- 74 receiving yards on 15 receptions (4.9 avg.).
At Texas A&M, Williams had a stellar collegiate career, playing in 38 games and surpassing 1,000 rushing yards each season. He finished with 3,615 rushing yards and 34 touchdowns, ranking third in program history.
His outstanding performance in 2018 earned him Associated Press second-team All-America honors, with a remarkable 1,760 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns, ranking among the best nationally.
