"That's just what I was really coached to do in college," Everett said after Saturday's game. "And [tight ends] coach Shane Waldron, [head coach Sean] McVay did a great job of illustrating the importance to me of tight turning and knifing up the field because you never know who's behind you."

In two preseason games, Everett has made six receptions for 42 yards — including four receptions on four targets against Oakland. The rookie looks like he's feeling comfortable in the offense, and said as much on Saturday.

"A couple more games under my belt and I'll feel, probably, more fluid," Everett said. "But I felt like I had no hesitation tonight — came out, got the play call, and I was confident in what we were doing."

Everett will have two more exhibition contests to get acclimated before the regular season begins on Sept. 10. But for now, Everett looks like he's making the progress needed to play a significant role in Los Angeles' offense this year.