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COSTA MESA, Calif. — It was a mixed bag during practice this week against the Los Angeles Chargers for Dallas Cowboys first-round pick Tyler Smith.

LOS ANGELES — Until this week, the only preseason drama surrounding the defending Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams centered on quarterback Matthew Stafford’s right elbow, and whether the 14th-year pro would be ready for the Sept. 8 opener against the Buffalo Bills at SoFi Stadium and beyond.

LOS ANGELES — It is a routine that's anything but routine, Justin Herbert hanging around after most of his teammates have left the practice field to throw more passes.

The disgruntled linebacker, who was on the sideline for the game against the Seahawks, is the lone “hold-in” remaining in the NFL after safety Derwin James signed a four-year, $76.4 million contract extension with the Chargers. Will that push the Bears to make a deal? Don’t count on it.

Check out all the best moments from the Los Angeles Chargers second joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys.

The Texans are favored by 3.5 points over the Rams on Friday. Do you like LA to cover the spread?

There was never a doubt in Derwin James’ mind.

The former first-round pick should be returning to the practice field real soon.

Check out all the best moments from the Los Angeles Chargers first joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys on Wednesday.

Analyzing the notables on the offensive side of the ball in the Chargers' loss to the Rams.

Derwin James got $76.4 million from the Chargers, and Jalen Ramsey is thrilled for him. Ramsey did wish the two were teammates, though.