The Chargers predictably cut down to three quarterbacks Tuesday.
Now, here comes the big question: Will they stay at three?
San Diego notified Zach Mettenberger he'd been waived Tuesday morning, a source said. The former Titans quarterback, who the Chargers claimed off waivers in May, showed athleticism during his months with the club but not the steadiness the Chargers covet at the position. It was clear Mettenberger had fallen out of favor, not appearing in the past two exhibition games.
So, what now?
The team is at three quarterbacks between Philip Rivers, Kellen Clemens and undrafted rookie Mike Bercovici.
Bercovici, the clear No. 3, is practice-squad eligible; however, in order to join the practice squad, San Diego first would need to waive him, thereby risking that another team claim him onto its 53-man roster. Although Bercovici still is raw in many respects, it's possible _ perhaps, even likely _ the Chargers won't run that risk.
Bercovici, 23, has been a quick study in meeting rooms and on the practice field.
He also represents needed youth to develop behind Rivers, 34, and Clemens, 33. Bercovici is scheduled for significant playing time Thursday in the Chargers' final exhibition game against the 49ers.
