College roommates Joey Bosa of Chargers and Ezekiel Elliott of Cowboys set to duel
3 years, 3 months ago

College roommates Joey Bosa of Chargers and Ezekiel Elliott of Cowboys set to duel

LA Times  

Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa had four tackles and a sack against Washington in the season opener. Elliott, the Cowboys’ three-time Pro Bowl running back, told reporters in Texas on Wednesday that he and Bosa were not exactly tidy during their college days. Chargers X marks the Chargers’ spot for Mike Williams’ good start The Chargers’ new offense has put Mike Williams in the “X receiver” position, a spot that typically gets a lot of opportunities. “He’s part of that Dallas franchise, is really the face of it along with a few of his teammates,” Bosa said. “I’m sure I’ll be contacted at some point, and I’d like to discuss that with the refs,” Bosa said.

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Ezekiel Elliott on the field for the Chargers after being signed to the practice squad
2 days, 8 hours ago

Ezekiel Elliott on the field for the Chargers after being signed to the practice squad

Associated Press  

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Ezekiel Elliott was on the practice field for the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday, after the veteran running back was signed to the practice squad. It didn’t work in 2015 when Harbaugh was in his first season at Michigan as Elliott ran for 214 yards and two touchdowns in Ohio State’s 42-13 victory. Gus Edwards missed …

Chargers fortify rushing attack with return of Gus Edwards, addition of Ezekiel Elliott
3 days, 7 hours ago

Chargers fortify rushing attack with return of Gus Edwards, addition of Ezekiel Elliott

LA Times  

Running back Gus Edwards, scoring against the Broncos on Dec. 19, returned to Chargers practice Tuesday after missing the last two games because of an ankle injury. Former Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott made his Chargers practice debut Tuesday after being signed to the practice squad. pic.twitter.com/SBAvXF00Wj — Thuc Nhi Nguyen January 7, 2025 “Competitors welcome at the Los …

Chargers signing former Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott
4 days, 7 hours ago

Chargers signing former Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott

LA Times  

Former Cowboys star running back Ezekiel Elliott will be signed to the Chargers’ practice squad, according to a person with knowledge of the deal not authorized to speak publicly. With Rico Dowdle putting together his first 1,000-yard rushing season and the Cowboys outside of the playoff picture, the team that drafted the former Ohio State star fourth overall in 2016 …

Chargers’ Joey Bosa is questionable to return from injury but he has another opinion
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers’ Joey Bosa is questionable to return from injury but he has another opinion

LA Times  

Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa falls to his knee after injuring his hip on the first play against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 2. Chargers outside linebacker Joey Bosa is questionable for Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints, but the star edge rusher said Friday he is “definitely” going to play. Bosa hasn’t played since getting injured on the first …

Interior linemen tackle Chargers’ biggest question mark on NFL’s No. 1 defense
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Interior linemen tackle Chargers’ biggest question mark on NFL’s No. 1 defense

LA Times  

Chargers defensive tackle Poona Ford celebrates after his interception against the Raiders that sealed the Week 1 victory. The pair of 300-pound tackles who combined to stop the Las Vegas Raiders on the Chargers’ second defensive series of the season have turned the team’s line from a question mark to a strength while setting the tone for the stingiest scoring …

Can Joey Bosa play Sunday after missing Chargers practice because of a back injury?
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Can Joey Bosa play Sunday after missing Chargers practice because of a back injury?

LA Times  

Coach Jim Harbaugh congratulates linebacker Joey Bosa after a drive-ending sack against the Las Vegas Raiders. After the Chargers’ 22-10 win over the Las Vegas Raiders last Sunday, Bosa was wearing a large bandage around his midsection to hold a bag of ice on his lower back. I mean, huge game.” Bosa’s return, coupled with a similarly dominant game by …

Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack out to prove they can be NFL’s best defensive duo
4 months, 1 week ago

Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack out to prove they can be NFL’s best defensive duo

LA Times  

Chargers standouts Joey Bosa, left, and Khalil Mack form one of the most formidable defensive end duos in the NFL, but can Bosa stay healthy this season? After two injury-plagued seasons, the four-time Pro Bowl player’s health is one of the key components to orchestrating a turnaround in coach Jim Harbaugh’s return to the NFL, because with Bosa next to …

Chargers vs. Cowboys takeaways: Offense puts on a show in preseason finale
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers vs. Cowboys takeaways: Offense puts on a show in preseason finale

LA Times  

Chargers wide receiver Simi Fehoko works out before a game against the Packers in November. The Chargers’ first touchdown came on a 70-yard end-around by wide receiver Derius Davis after a fake handoff. “Going out there first play and just do that was a great experience.” Davis, the team’s primary returner, is trying to carve out a role in the …

Chargers declare two defensive stars will be ready for season opener
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers declare two defensive stars will be ready for season opener

LA Times  

Joey Bosa did not participate much during training camp because of a wrist/hand injury. The Chargers have spent much of the preseason without two of their defensive cornerstones, All-Pro safety Derwin James Jr. and four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Joey Bosa, but a return is on the horizon for both. Although Harbaugh didn’t go into detail about the injuries James …

Chargers' lament failed brotherhood will become broken family
1 year ago

Chargers' lament failed brotherhood will become broken family

LA Times  

Chargers linebacker Khalil Mack, who increased his career-high sack total for a season to 17 with one against the Chiefs, tries to strip the ball away from quarterback Blaine Gabbert. Did the Chargers’ season go off track even before it began, when they kept coach Brandon Staley after they had blown a 27-point lead over Jacksonville in an AFC wild-card …

NFL roundtable: Would Chargers’ Joey Bosa be first to go? Rams roles changing by week
1 year, 1 month ago

NFL roundtable: Would Chargers’ Joey Bosa be first to go? Rams roles changing by week

LA Times  

Joey Bosa hangs his head as he observes Chargers-Packers action from the sideline on crutches. Los Angeles Times Rams beat writer Gary Klein, Chargers beat writer Jeff Miller and columnist Helene Elliott discuss what happened and upcoming prospects: Coaches will say one play does not lose a football game, but after a day-long grind filled with self-inflicted wounds the Chargers …

Chargers’ Joey Bosa, Packers’ Aaron Jones both injured on separate first-half plays
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers’ Joey Bosa, Packers’ Aaron Jones both injured on separate first-half plays

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Los Angeles Chargers edge rusher Joey Bosa and Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones were each carted to their respective locker rooms after getting hurt on separate first-half plays Sunday at Lambeau Field. Bosa left with a foot injury, while Jones hurt his knee in the Packers’ 23-20 victory. Hopefully it’s not anything serious and …

Chargers defense outplays vaunted Jets unit, keeping N.Y. out of end zone in road win
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers defense outplays vaunted Jets unit, keeping N.Y. out of end zone in road win

LA Times  

They were top 10 for the season against the pass and in points allowed. The Chargers sacked New York’s Zach Wilson eight times and generated all three of the game’s turnovers in a 27-6 victory at MetLife Stadium. Eight plays later, the Chargers’ offense was in the end zone — on the first of Austin Ekeler’s two short scoring runs …

Chargers-Bears takeaways: A healthy Joey Bosa helps the defense dominate
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers-Bears takeaways: A healthy Joey Bosa helps the defense dominate

LA Times  

On the first snap of the game Sunday, the Chargers yielded a 41-yard pass completion, a play that would end up being the longest of the night for either team. From that reeling start, the defense quickly rallied and, just three plays later, Joey Bosa overwhelmed Chicago left guard Cody Whitehair to sack Tyson Bagent and end the Bears’ opening …

It’s back to the drawing board for Nick Bosa, Fred Warner and the 49ers defense
1 year, 2 months ago

It’s back to the drawing board for Nick Bosa, Fred Warner and the 49ers defense

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — Nick Bosa and Trent Williams customarily meet in the locker room after every San Francisco 49ers’ game, win or loss. “Obviously, I did not like the result.” Part of that discussion will undoubtedly focus on the 49ers’ inability to generate adequate pressure with just four rushers — something that undoubtedly influenced Wilks’ decision to send extra pressure. It’s …

Chargers’ Mike Williams out for rest of season with torn ACL
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers’ Mike Williams out for rest of season with torn ACL

LA Times  

Wide receiver Mike Williams is helped off the field after suffering a left knee injury during the Chargers’ win over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. The Chargers will be without wide receiver Mike Williams for the reminder of the season because of a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. Now, he’s going to get a bigger opportunity.” Johnston …

Chargers-Titans takeaways: Even hurt, Joey Bosa gets two of five sacks for improved rush
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers-Titans takeaways: Even hurt, Joey Bosa gets two of five sacks for improved rush

LA Times  

A down day for the Chargers opened with optimism as edge rusher Joey Bosa was able to play. The four-time Pro Bowl player missed significant practice time in advance of Sunday because of a hamstring issue that he called “a little strain” following the Chargers’ 27-24 loss to Tennessee. In limited snaps — the Chargers used Bosa judiciously as a …

49ers are excited to get Defensive Player of the Year Nick Bosa back with the team
1 year, 4 months ago

49ers are excited to get Defensive Player of the Year Nick Bosa back with the team

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Steve Wilks spent plenty of time in his first offseason as defensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers designing a scheme that can take advantage of the immense talent of edge rusher Nick Bosa. I’m just trying to get a feel and once we get that info we can go from there.” Bosa ended his holdout …

49ers sign Nick Bosa to a record-setting contract extension to end his lengthy holdout
1 year, 4 months ago

49ers sign Nick Bosa to a record-setting contract extension to end his lengthy holdout

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Nick Bosa’s lengthy contract holdout ended four days before the start of the season for the San Francisco 49ers when he agreed to a contract extension that will make him the NFL’s richest defensive player ever. We’re obviously really excited about it.” Shanahan said Bosa would have to show up with a “beer belly” and “be …

Doesn't Chargers' Austin Ekeler deserve top running back pay?
1 year, 5 months ago

Doesn't Chargers' Austin Ekeler deserve top running back pay?

LA Times  

Austin Ekeler is accustomed to finding ways around or through obstacles. He capitalized on Melvin Gordon’s 2019 holdout to take on an ever-growing role, and with more than 1,500 scrimmage yards each of the last two seasons — including career bests of 915 yards rushing and 13 touchdowns rushing last season — he has been a significant asset to the …

Chargers re-signing key piece of defensive front in tackle Morgan Fox
1 year, 9 months ago

Chargers re-signing key piece of defensive front in tackle Morgan Fox

LA Times  

Morgan Fox had a career-high 6½ sacks with the Chargers last season. The Chargers retained a key piece of their defensive front Wednesday when they agreed to terms with Morgan Fox. A six-year veteran, Fox started 12 times and appeared in all 17 games last season, helping the team cope with injuries, most notably to starting defensive tackle Austin Johnson. …

Chargers’ good news on injuries: Mike Williams, Joey Bosa, Kenneth Murray Jr. seem OK
2 years ago

Chargers’ good news on injuries: Mike Williams, Joey Bosa, Kenneth Murray Jr. seem OK

LA Times  

Wide receiver Mike Williams sets for a snap and looks to the line during the Chargers’ game at Denver. After offering the update, coach Brandon Staley said “the indication” given to him was that Williams will be available Saturday night when the Chargers play at Jacksonville in the wild-card playoff round. Staley said Williams should be able to practice “at …

Joey Bosa and Chargers focus on the little things, not big picture, before Broncos game
2 years ago

Joey Bosa and Chargers focus on the little things, not big picture, before Broncos game

LA Times  

Joey Bosa and the Chargers have had their sights set on more than making the playoffs this season. Chargers Chargers vs. Denver Broncos matchups, how to watch and prediction If the Baltimore Ravens win earlier Sunday, the Chargers must prevail at Denver to claim the AFC’s No. Without James, defensive coordinator Renaldo Hill said he believes the rest of the …

Joey Bosa expected to come off IR before Chargers face Rams
2 years ago

Joey Bosa expected to come off IR before Chargers face Rams

Associated Press  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Linebacker Joey Bosa is expected to be activated off injured reserve before the Los Angeles Chargers host the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Coach Brandon Staley said on Friday that Bosa has had two good practices this week. Bosa has missed the last 12 games after tearing his right groin during the first half of a …

Chargers’ Joey Bosa returns from injury ‘feeling better than I have in years’
2 years ago

Chargers’ Joey Bosa returns from injury ‘feeling better than I have in years’

LA Times  

After missing most of the season, Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa was activated off injured reserve Thursday. Even better news for the team: Bosa afterward revealed he had been dealing with pain over the last two years and that his recent surgery has him “feeling better than I have in years, honestly.” Bosa explained that the chronic issues have been on …

Chargers’ revamped defense has huge edge with Khalil Mack, Joey Bosa end to end
2 years, 4 months ago

Chargers’ revamped defense has huge edge with Khalil Mack, Joey Bosa end to end

LA Times  

Chargers edge rushers Khalil Mack and Joey Bosa are one of the scariest duos in the NFL. He opened his latest session with reporters by answering one of the first questions thusly: “I don’t like to talk a lot.” He concluded the gathering a few minutes later by declaring, “I don’t like talking too much.” Luckily for the Chargers, they …

Joey Bosa explains why Derwin James shouldn’t be on field and why Chargers need him on it
2 years, 5 months ago

Joey Bosa explains why Derwin James shouldn’t be on field and why Chargers need him on it

LA Times  

Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa is flanked by Jamal Davis II and Carlo Kemp during practice at the Chargers’ training facility in Costa Mesa on Thursday. “I’m pretty sure they’ll get that handled,” Allen said of negotiations between the Chargers and James’ representatives. He’s the heart of the defense, heart of the team pretty much.” Mack trucking Chargers linebacker Khalil Mack …

Joey Bosa explains huge edge with Khalil Mack lined up on other side of Chargers defense
2 years, 6 months ago

Joey Bosa explains huge edge with Khalil Mack lined up on other side of Chargers defense

LA Times  

When it comes to teaming up with Khalil Mack in 2022, Joey Bosa sounds as much like a Chargers fan as he does a Chargers player. “I’m really excited,” said Bosa, speaking publicly for the first time this offseason, “just get out there and see what it’s like together.” The newly paired star edge rushers shared the practice field Tuesday …

Chargers’ Joey Bosa, Raiders’ Derek Carr tackle smack talk with compliments
3 years ago

Chargers’ Joey Bosa, Raiders’ Derek Carr tackle smack talk with compliments

LA Times  

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr, right, tries to scramble away from Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa during the Chargers’ win in October. “I’m a fan of him,” said Bosa, who on Thursday called Carr “one of the top passers” in the NFL, “a really good guy” and a “great competitor.” Carr, speaking to reporters in Las Vegas a day earlier, …

NFL, Raiders aware Mike Williams has proved to be big problem for defenses
3 years, 3 months ago

NFL, Raiders aware Mike Williams has proved to be big problem for defenses

LA Times  

Chargers’ Mike Williams runs during the first half against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sept. 26 in Kansas City, Mo. “If I had been anything like him,” Beatty said with a laugh, “I might not be coaching right now because I wouldn’t have to.” Williams is on the fifth-year option of his rookie contract, an option that pays him $15.68 …

What we learned from Chargers’ 20-16 victory at Washington: Mike Williams a catch
3 years, 3 months ago

What we learned from Chargers’ 20-16 victory at Washington: Mike Williams a catch

LA Times  

Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams celebrates after making one of his eight catches against Washington. Quarterback Justin Herbert, in particular, praised Williams, saying, “We need to get him the ball more.” “This guy’s going to be a weapon,” coach Brandon Staley said. … He kept going back to Mike, and Mike ended up making a bunch of big plays.” Williams …

In drop-the-mic performance, Chargers’ Joey Bosa exudes that he’s a good sport
4 years, 1 month ago

In drop-the-mic performance, Chargers’ Joey Bosa exudes that he’s a good sport

LA Times  

The three-minute video was approaching 10,000 likes on Twitter when the NFL announced Thursday that Joey Bosa had been nominated for its highest award for sportsmanship. “It’s a little shocking I think,” Bosa joked of his Art Rooney Award nomination, “after that miked up.” According to the league’s news release, the award is given to “recognize players who exemplify outstanding …

Joey Bosa indicates his rookie-year holdout helped him land massive Chargers deal
4 years, 5 months ago

Joey Bosa indicates his rookie-year holdout helped him land massive Chargers deal

LA Times  

Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa hinted that his decision to hold out his rookie year may have pushed the team to avoid another contract spat with him. Bosa, a two-time Pro Bowl player, had one season remaining on his rookie contract and was a candidate to hold out, something, he now said, “I don’t have to worry about.” As for …

Joey Bosa agrees to five-year, $135-million contract extension with Chargers
4 years, 5 months ago

Joey Bosa agrees to five-year, $135-million contract extension with Chargers

LA Times  

Defensive end Joey Bosa has agreed to a five-year contract extension with the Chargers The Chargers’ 2019 season was impacted by a high-profile training-camp holdout that dragged into late September. Barely 24 hours earlier, on a conference call with reporters, general manager Tom Telesco had refused to address Bosa’s contract specifically, saying only that he hoped the defensive end would …

Chargers GM Tom Telesco expects Joey Bosa to show for camp
4 years, 5 months ago

Chargers GM Tom Telesco expects Joey Bosa to show for camp

LA Times  

The Chargers’ veterans are scheduled to report Tuesday and general manager Tom Telesco said he has been given no reason to think Joey Bosa won’t be among them. “Nobody’s called me about anything,” Telesco answered Monday when asked if he’s heard from Bosa’s agent. Bosa held out before his rookie season and didn’t report until late August because of a …

Dominating Nick Bosa follows blueprint for playoff success with the 49ers
4 years, 11 months ago

Dominating Nick Bosa follows blueprint for playoff success with the 49ers

LA Times  

San Francisco 49ers rookie Nick Bosa reacts to a broken-up pass play during the third quarter against the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday in Santa Clara. San Francisco 49ers rookie Nick Bosa hugs his brother, Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa, before a playoff game against the Minnesota Vikings. “When you put a great athlete in a guy that big, with such …

Joey Bosa’s outstanding play a highlight for Chargers amid disappointing season
5 years, 2 months ago

Joey Bosa’s outstanding play a highlight for Chargers amid disappointing season

LA Times  

Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa sacks Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky during the second quarter of the Chargers’ 17-16 win Sunday. Joey Bosa was so good Sunday that his pass rush produced one of the most significant moments in the Chargers’ 17-16 victory over Chicago and he, technically speaking, received zero credit. Chargers Chargers fire offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt amid …

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