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South Carolina star running back released by Chargers, expected to stay on practice squad

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Former South Carolina star running back Rocket Sanders was released by the Chargers during final cuts but is expected to land on their practice squad.

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As the NFL has trimmed their rosters down to 53 players, former South Carolina running back Raheim "Rocket" Sanders was among the latest names cut, per CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz. The Los Angeles Chargers' decision underscores the competition in their backfield, a bittersweet moment for a rookie who flashed potential this preseason.