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Chargers quarterback Luis Perez (11) should see plenty of action against the Rams on Saturday, but in what role? (Ryan Sun / Associated Press)
Luis Perez, a Chula Vista native who grew up a lifelong Chargers fan, now finds himself donning the powder blue and potentially stepping into a starting role in the second week of the preseason.
“It’s awesome,” Perez said. “Wearing the Chargers’ uniform is a great feeling for myself and my family.”
The last week has been a whirlwind for the spring football veteran.
After signing with the Chargers, he attempted to absorb the playbook quickly, appeared in a preseason game just days later and now finds himself competing for the de facto starting quarterback position.
He and Easton Stick have been taking most of the practice snaps, in absence of injured starter Justin Herbert, as the Chargers prepare for a home preseason game Saturday against the Rams.
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Admittedly, the preparation has been difficult but Perez isn’t letting the pressure get to him. He’s focused on continuous improvement.
“I don’t have nerves,” Perez said. “Right now, it’s just about preparation. When you’re prepared, you don’t feel nervous.”
The Chargers coaching staff has worked diligently to help Perez adapt to the playbook, which he says prepared him well for his debut Saturday against the Seattle Seahawks.
Perez entered with 4:30 left in the fourth quarter and was given the green light to sling the ball. Although his performance wasn’t overly impressive, he completed five of 12 passes for 61 yards and finished as the team’s leading passer.
“I felt good,” Perez said. “The coaches did a great job preparing me.”
Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has been very hands-on with his quarterbacks. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times)
Jim Harbaugh has been very hands-on in helping Perez adjust, which Perez credits for getting him up to speed….
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Author : LA Times
Publish date : 2024-08-14 00:44:45
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