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Jim Harbaugh’s playoff-bound Chargers continue evolution by routing nemesis Patriots

LA Times

Coach Jim Harbaugh his always hands on with his Chargers, including with quarterback Justin Herbert in New England. “Coach Harbaugh’s a winner, that says it all,” Chargers cornerback Kristian Fulton said. We’ve been working hard.” When asked at the podium about the common threads among those teams that reversed course, Harbaugh immediately pointed to his players, “stalwarts” as he calls …

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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Chargers and NFL’s stingiest defense closing in on playoff berth against struggling Pats

Associated Press

Los Angeles Chargers at New England Saturday, 1 p.m. EST, NFL Network BetMGM NFL odds: Chargers by 4 Series record: Patriots lead 27-16-2. Chargers player to watch WR Ladd McConkey — who leads Los Angeles with 69 receptions for 960 yards — can become only the third rookie in franchise history and first since Keenan Allen in 2013 to reach …

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1 month ago

Ladd McConkey is hurting, but Chargers’ offense would hurt more if he can’t face Chiefs

LA Times

Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey, who seems to have been suffering bruises all season, catches a touchdown pass behind the Chiefs’ Bryan Cook in Week 4. Ladd McConkey has not made a decision whether he will be available Sunday night against the Kansas City Chiefs as he manages knee and shoulder injuries, but the Chargers’ leading receiver is “going to do …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Justin Herbert can't transform Chargers into winners by himself

LA Times

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert peers over the line before being sacked by Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy during the Chargers’ 30-23 loss at SoFi Stadium on Monday night. The Chargers scored just three points in the second half before running back Gus Edwards’ garbage-time touchdown, but coach Jim Harbaugh nonetheless described Herbert’s play as “incredible.” If the quarterback was “incredible,” …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Chargers can say ‘Start the MVP talk’ after Justin Herbert beats Bengals in clutch

LA Times

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert scrambles for a long gain on a scoring drive in the second quarter against the Bengals. The two passes Justin Herbert completed to rookie Ladd McConkey on the Chargers’ final drive were noteworthy not because of their precision or degree of difficulty. With the Chargers looking as if they were “Chargerging” again, how did Herbert maintain …

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2 months ago

Chargers vs. Tennessee Titans: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times

The Chargers didn’t make any moves at the trade deadline, but DJ Chark Jr.’s long-awaited season debut will be like adding a new player to an offense that is starting to round into form. The 28-year-old receiver is expected to make his Chargers debut Sunday at SoFi Stadium against the Tennessee Titans at 1:05 p.m. PST after working through hip …

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2 months ago

Despite questions at receiver, cornerback, Chargers stand firm at NFL trade deadline

LA Times

When it came to Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline, Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz stood firm with the roster he built in the offseason. Joe Hortiz made aggressive moves this offseason, but when it came to Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline, the Chargers’ general manager stood firm with the roster he built. When asked about the trade deadline last month, Hortiz, a …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Defensive Turnaround: Chargers' Jesse Minter Making Waves

Associated Press

The Los Angeles Chargers' defense has been dominant in recent games, allowing only 13 points per game and giving up just nine touchdowns. The unit has also forced opponents to go three-and-out on 28.6% of their drives, its highest percentage since 2010. The defense's turnaround has gone unnoticed, but it has been a key factor in the Chargers' success.

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers-Saints takeaways: Ladd McConkey has big hands, and two touchdowns, in win

LA Times

The Chargers’ Ladd McConkey runs through the Saints secondary after a catch as Demario Davis and Marshon Lattimore pursue. In his seventh career game, rookie receiver Ladd McConkey delivered two touchdowns and 111 yards receiving on six catches to become the first Chargers rookie to post a 100-yard receiving game since Keenan Allen in 2013. McConkey, who also returned punts …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Fantasy football Week 8 takeaways: Receivers Cedric Tillman, Calvin Ridley, Ladd McConkey demand your attention

New York Times

There’s a lot of concern that Stefon Diggs has a torn ACL. You have to view him as the Browns’ WR1 now, and the passing attack should be at least league average in terms of productivity, though we know the Ravens are horrendous on pass defense. That may mean more targets for Brian Thomas Jr. You have to be encouraged …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Saints Prepare to Visit Chargers in Crucial Matchup

Associated Press

The Saints and Chargers clash in a highly anticipated matchup. The Chargers seek to bounce back from consecutive losses, while the Saints aim to maintain their winning ways. Key matchups to watch include the Chargers' wide receiver group facing the Saints' secondary, and the Saints' rushing attack against the Chargers' defense. The game is a chance for both teams to …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers’ loss to Cardinals was about far more than late-game officiating

New York Times

GLENDALE, Ariz. — To focus on the officiating would be missing the point. “Kept waiting for the running game to pop,” coach Jim Harbaugh said, “but we weren’t able to.” And so the offensive production fell on Herbert’s shoulders. The Chargers settled for a 47-yard field goal two plays later to cut the Cardinals’ lead to two points. “It’s a …

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3 months, 1 week ago

NFL QB stock report, Week 5: Is Justin Herbert underutilized? Jayden Daniels surges up ranks

New York Times

Read The Athletic’s latest NFL QB stock report. GO DEEPER Assessing 4-0 teams, from Vikings’ shocking start to Chiefs’ WR setback: Sando’s Pick Six There’s a bit of a gap between the top four quarterbacks and Joe Burrow, Aaron Rodgers and Brock Purdy, but that trio could enter the mix with more consistent upper-tier performances in the coming weeks. pic.twitter.com/QjPeJ5pOvZ …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Justin Herbert, Chargers had chances to beat the Chiefs but limped at the finish line

LA Times

Facing a tie score in the fourth quarter for a second consecutive week, the Chargers lined up with a chance to make a strong statement. Outside linebacker Khalil Mack, now in his third season with the Chargers, said this week that the championship pedigree of the Chiefs shows up as the team “find ways to win games.” 🏈 Chargers-Chiefs summary …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Chargers begin Jim Harbaugh era with plenty of questions on offense

Associated Press

LOS ANGELES CHARGERS EXPECTATIONS: After winning a national championship and being the subject of NCAA investigations at the University of Michigan, Jim Harbaugh returns to the NFL in pursuit of the one thing that has eluded him — a Super Bowl title. The Bolts haven’t won a division title since 2009, and made only three trips to the playoffs during …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Easton Stick keeps starting spot as Chargers face Rams, but how long will that last?

LA Times

With only one quarterback able to start and two competing for the preseason spot as injured star Justin Herbert recovers, one question loomed as the final practice of the week approached: Who will Jim Harbaugh send out Saturday to lead the Chargers offense against the Rams, Easton Stick or Luis Perez? Harbaugh decided to keep Stick as the starter, the …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Quentin Johnston making strides early in Chargers’ training camp after disappointing rookie season

Associated Press

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Quentin Johnston continues to show improvement and has regained his confidence after a disappointing rookie season with the Los Angeles Chargers. I’m coming off a full offseason and coming off a season where I can look back and have a feel of how I should react in certain situations,” Johnston said. During offseason drills and the …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Chargers receiver Quentin Johnston would like to drop this memory

LA Times

Chargers receiver Quentin Johnston wants more memories like this, when he caught a touchdown pass last season. “ pull it up real quick,” he explained, “kind of got mad at myself again.” Johnston called the drop “just straight-up unacceptable” as he tries to rebound under the Chargers’ new coaching staff and in a vastly altered wide receiver environment. “Even through …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers’ new attitude starts with drafting huge Joe Alt, beefing up defense, receivers

LA Times

The Chargers feel their new philosophy is reflected in their pick of huge offensive tackle Joe Alt. “I’m really excited the way it went, especially you look at our first pick,” said Hortiz, who then talked about Alt being the best tackle available. “You could tell by how happy everyone was at the end … everyone’s high-fiving and just really …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

Plenty of defensive playmakers available in Round 2 of the NFL draft after historic offensive run

Associated Press

The unprecedented run on quarterbacks, wide receivers and pass protectors in the NFL draft ‘s opening round pushed plenty of standout defenders down the board and allowed some of the top teams to select players who normally wouldn’t fall to them. The historic run on offensive players in the first round pushed plenty of talented defenders down the board. In …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL Draft pro day roundup: Ladd McConkey, Kool-Aid McKinstry among standouts

New York Times

With the NFL Scouting Combine and free agency in the rearview, teams have spent portions of the last two weeks traversing the country to attend various college pro days. Official pro day results pending.https://t.co/3Bwc8ao9Tr pic.twitter.com/q8qxlNi6Gb — Kent Lee Platte March 19, 2024 USC WR Tahj Washington is small, but he’s a really good football player — and a really good …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL projection model: Falcons, Bears winning the offseason; Cowboys, Chiefs slipping

New York Times

The NFL offseason is well underway, and there has been no shortage of splash moves. Five biggest winners Atlanta Falcons Top-10 quarterbacks don’t hit free agency too often, so the Falcons are the biggest winners of the offseason by far after landing Cousins. That’s one of the best moves of the offseason outside of the quarterback position and should …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

Panthers’ 7-round mock: A trade, a playmaker for Bryce Young and defensive help

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers filled several holes in free agency but created a rather large one by trading two-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Brian Burns to the New York Giants. 1 spot last year, the Panthers traded their first-round pick this year to the Chicago Bears, who will pick first overall as a result of Carolina’s 2-15 record …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Top-ranked Georgia braces for SEC East challenge from No. 14 Missouri

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Georgia: WR Ladd McConkey matched his career highs with six catches for 135 yards with a touchdown in last week’s win. FACTS & FIGURES Missouri WR Luther Burden III is fifth nationally with 905 receiving yards and is tied for sixth with 61 receptions.. RB Cody …

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Jim Harbaugh’s playoff-bound Chargers continue evolution by routing nemesis Patriots

Chargers and NFL’s stingiest defense closing in on playoff berth against struggling Pats

Ladd McConkey is hurting, but Chargers’ offense would hurt more if he can’t face Chiefs

Justin Herbert can't transform Chargers into winners by himself

Chargers can say ‘Start the MVP talk’ after Justin Herbert beats Bengals in clutch

Chargers vs. Tennessee Titans: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

Despite questions at receiver, cornerback, Chargers stand firm at NFL trade deadline

Defensive Turnaround: Chargers' Jesse Minter Making Waves

Chargers-Saints takeaways: Ladd McConkey has big hands, and two touchdowns, in win

Fantasy football Week 8 takeaways: Receivers Cedric Tillman, Calvin Ridley, Ladd McConkey demand your attention

Saints Prepare to Visit Chargers in Crucial Matchup

Chargers’ loss to Cardinals was about far more than late-game officiating

NFL QB stock report, Week 5: Is Justin Herbert underutilized? Jayden Daniels surges up ranks

Justin Herbert, Chargers had chances to beat the Chiefs but limped at the finish line

Chargers begin Jim Harbaugh era with plenty of questions on offense

Easton Stick keeps starting spot as Chargers face Rams, but how long will that last?

Quentin Johnston making strides early in Chargers’ training camp after disappointing rookie season

Chargers receiver Quentin Johnston would like to drop this memory

Chargers’ new attitude starts with drafting huge Joe Alt, beefing up defense, receivers

Plenty of defensive playmakers available in Round 2 of the NFL draft after historic offensive run

NFL Draft pro day roundup: Ladd McConkey, Kool-Aid McKinstry among standouts

NFL projection model: Falcons, Bears winning the offseason; Cowboys, Chiefs slipping

Panthers’ 7-round mock: A trade, a playmaker for Bryce Young and defensive help

Top-ranked Georgia braces for SEC East challenge from No. 14 Missouri