The Facts: One team source told ESPN's Josina Anderson it would really be their preference for Gates to rejoin the Chargers and for both sides to "get it done before camp" starts.

Diehards Line:GM Tom Telesco told Gates' reps at the NFL combine in February that they would not be seeking his return to the roster in free agency, but things changed once starter Hunter Henry suffered a season-ending injury in May. Although he turned 38 years old in June, ESPN.com's Eric Williams believes Gates can be an effective player for the Chargers if used in a limited capacity.