Report: Gordon not planning to report to Chargers for Week 1

Running back Melvin Gordon reportedly doesn't intend to report to the Los Angeles Chargers for Week 1 as he attempts to work out a trade away from the AFC West club, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

The Chargers gave the holdout permission to seek a trade and said they won't re-engage in extension talks with the veteran runner until after the season. Gordon has one year remaining on his rookie contract.

General manager Tom Telesco said Gordon's only option for suiting up with the Chargers this season is to play under his fifth-year option, which is worth $5.605 million.

In order to hit free agency in 2020, Gordon must eventually report to the team to accrue a year of service. His contract will toll if he sits out the entire campaign, meaning Los Angeles would retain his rights for another season.

The Chargers reportedly want Gordon to sign an extension worth around $10 million per season, while the two-time Pro Bowler apparently is aiming for $13 million annually.

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