Hey coach, it's Year 3! Why does Chargers' defense still stink?
1 year, 3 months ago

Hey coach, it's Year 3! Why does Chargers' defense still stink?

LA Times  

About that Super Bowl talk by Brandon Staley … Might be juuuust a little premature. Staley’s defense conceded 536 yards in their season-opening 36-34 defeat to the Miami Dolphins at SoFi Stadium on Sunday, with visiting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa linking up with preferred target Tyreek Hill as if they were playing catch at a nearby Darby Park. Tagovailoa passed into triple coverage but cornerback J.C. Jackson shoved receiver Erik Ezukanma, resulting in a pass-interference call that advanced the ball 30 yards to the Chargers’ 23. Asked why his defense hasn’t clicked yet, Staley tried to argue that what happened Sunday was a reflection of the Dolphins’ explosiveness rather than the Chargers’ ineptitude. “They’re a top-three offense in the NFL, and they had a good plan today.” Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa escapes the grasp of Chargers edge rusher Khalil Mack before completing a 47-yard pass.

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Season sweep of Broncos! Jim Harbaugh has changed the Chargers
3 days, 19 hours ago

Season sweep of Broncos! Jim Harbaugh has changed the Chargers

LA Times  

The Chargers celebrate a 34-yard catch and run for a touchdown by Hassan Haskins that clinched a comeback victory over the Broncos. “Our guys,” coach Jim Harbaugh said, “really just stayed the course.” The Chargers are 9-6, and short of a one-in-a-billion disaster, they will reach the playoffs. Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh hugs Hassan Haskins, whom he coached at Michigan, …

Chargers’ offense, defense meet halfway in convincing win over Browns
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chargers’ offense, defense meet halfway in convincing win over Browns

LA Times  

Chargers cornerback Tarheeb Still is surrounded by teammates after intercepting a pass against the Cleveland Browns. The list of key contributors sent coach Jim Harbaugh on a winding news conference that reminisced about his childhood growing up in Ohio, celebrated cornerback Tarheeb Still’s “one and a half” interceptions and praised receiver Quentin Johnston’s career-best 118 yards receiving. After a two-game …

Chargers still believe in Staley after historic 63-21 loss to rival Raiders
1 year ago

Chargers still believe in Staley after historic 63-21 loss to rival Raiders

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Los Angeles Chargers defensive leader Khalil Mack said he didn’t have his unit ready after Thursday’s historic 63-21 loss to their AFC West rival Las Vegas Raiders. This can’t be a disconnect, when you love this the way that I do.” Now it’s a matter of whether or not team owner Dean Spanos believes in the guy …

Embattled coach Brandon Staley to meet with Chargers ownership: ‘We unpack it’
1 year ago

Embattled coach Brandon Staley to meet with Chargers ownership: ‘We unpack it’

LA Times  

Chargers head coach Brandon Staley frowns at a press conference following an embarrassing 63-21 loss to the Raiders. As is his routine the day after a game, Brandon Staley said he would meet with Chargers ownership — Dean and John Spanos — on Friday. Update: The Chargers fired coach Brandon Staley and general manager Tom Telesco on Friday. Chargers Analysis: …

Would the Chargers dare raid the Rams’ coaching staff again?
1 year ago

Would the Chargers dare raid the Rams’ coaching staff again?

LA Times  

Brandon Staley, right, got his chance to be head coach with the Chargers after one great season as defensive coordinator for the Rams under Sean McVay, left. During a news conference before practice, Rams coach Sean McVay was asked for his reaction to Staley’s firing. After the season, defensive coordinator Raheem Morris and possibly offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur could be …

Brandon Staley uncertain of future with Chargers, says ‘nothing went right’ in loss vs. Raiders
1 year ago

Brandon Staley uncertain of future with Chargers, says ‘nothing went right’ in loss vs. Raiders

New York Times  

Los Angeles Chargers coach Brandon Staley said he doesn’t know whether he’ll be coaching the franchise in the morning, following a 63-21 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday night. As the Raiders carried a franchise-record 42-0 lead into halftime Thursday, NFL analyst and former cornerback Richard Sherman called for the Chargers to immediately fire Staley at the break. …

Inside the demise of Chargers’ Brandon Staley: ‘Too smart for his own good’
1 year ago

Inside the demise of Chargers’ Brandon Staley: ‘Too smart for his own good’

New York Times  

The beginning of the end for Brandon Staley came at a news conference in Wisconsin. When asked about the apparent disconnect between his confidence and the product on the field, Staley said the quiet part out loud: “I know we give ourselves a chance to win every single week with the game plans that we have.” The Chargers fired Staley …

Chargers coach Brandon Staley has no defense for team's failures
1 year ago

Chargers coach Brandon Staley has no defense for team's failures

LA Times  

Three years into his job, coach Brandon Staley still has not been able to put together a solid defense with the Chargers. The reporter termed it the “Brandon Staley Plan,” the question to Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel framed in a way that suggested he had been outsmarted by the Chargers’ coach when their teams met last December. Adding star …

Chargers lose it all in Las Vegas, and coach Brandon Staley could be next
1 year ago

Chargers lose it all in Las Vegas, and coach Brandon Staley could be next

LA Times  

Michael Mayer celebrates his touchdown catch against the Chargers, one of many touchdown celebrations by the Raiders. Chargers Analysis: Chargers coach Brandon Staley has no defense for team’s failures The Chargers head to Vegas to play the Raiders with the understanding that coach Brandon Staley’s failure to assemble a solid defense has been the team’s undoing. “Games like this happen …

NFL roundtable: How Rams can make playoffs; Broncos familiar faces a Chargers worry?
1 year ago

NFL roundtable: How Rams can make playoffs; Broncos familiar faces a Chargers worry?

LA Times  

The attention given to stop Aaron Donald, shown tackling Browns back Jerome Ford, helps the play of the rest of the Rams’ front seven. Los Angeles Times Rams beat writer Gary Klein, Chargers beat writer Jeff Miller, NFL columnist Sam Farmer and columnist Helene Elliott discuss what happened and upcoming prospects: What is more surprising, that “banged up” Puka Nacua …

Here's how Chargers can make playoffs, and why they won't
1 year ago

Here's how Chargers can make playoffs, and why they won't

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley walks off the field after a loss to the Baltimore Ravens, his team’s third in a row. With little reason to believe club executives will come to their collective senses any time soon and dismiss coach Brandon Staley — and maybe make it a two-for-one deal by also bidding farewell to general manager Tom Telesco — …

Brandon Staley doesn’t have much time to answer why Chargers should remain ‘All In’ on his vision
1 year, 1 month ago

Brandon Staley doesn’t have much time to answer why Chargers should remain ‘All In’ on his vision

Associated Press  

Brandon Staley’s self-confidence and bravado endeared himself to Los Angeles Chargers fans during his first two seasons as the team’s coach. Staley has been feeling pressure from the media and an impatient fan base since the Chargers blew a 27-point, first-half lead in their 31-30 playoff loss at Jacksonville last season. Even though Green Bay’s Jordan Love had his first …

Brandon Staley gets defensive after Chargers squander 4th-quarter lead, lose to Packers
1 year, 1 month ago

Brandon Staley gets defensive after Chargers squander 4th-quarter lead, lose to Packers

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The most inspired defense the Los Angeles Chargers offered Sunday came during coach Brandon Staley’s postgame news conference. “We haven’t found that rhythm consistently in the secondary right now,” Staley said. We’ve got to play cleaner football.” Love said he took advantage of some confusion in the Chargers’ secondary on his go-ahead, 24-yard touchdown pass to …

Chargers have been sliding downhill and climb back begins or ends in Green Bay
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers have been sliding downhill and climb back begins or ends in Green Bay

LA Times  

Coach Brandon Staley, whose Chargers’ playoff hopes likely cannot withstand a loss in Green Bay, greets offensive lineman Rashawn Slater. If there’s a moment when Staley’s arc as Chargers coach derailed, it happened on that chilly afternoon in Colorado, where their winning streak was blown away and took all the “feel-good” with it. Buoyed by all the belief and empowered …

Chargers’ D update: ‘We sit in the film room week after week fixing the same mistakes’
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers’ D update: ‘We sit in the film room week after week fixing the same mistakes’

LA Times  

Despite a defense that has underperformed, coach Brandon Staley does not want to give up calling defensive plays. But we don’t feel like that’s the direction that we’re going to take.” Staley’s defense yielded 41 points and 533 total yards to Detroit on Sunday, the Lions averaging 8.3 yards per play. “We sit in the film room week after week …

Chargers’ defense under Brandon Staley reaches new lows in shootout loss to Lions
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers’ defense under Brandon Staley reaches new lows in shootout loss to Lions

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — The Los Angeles Chargers’ embattled and embarrassed defense reached new lows in Sunday’s 41-38 loss to the Detroit Lions. “We needed one stop, especially late in the game, and we couldn’t get it.” It was apparent from their third snap on defense that the Chargers were going to have a tough time getting stops. “We pride ourselves …

Chargers top Jets on ‘Monday Night Football’: How the defense carried L.A. to victory
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers top Jets on ‘Monday Night Football’: How the defense carried L.A. to victory

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Chargers topped the New York Jets 27-6 at MetLife Stadium on Monday night. On a night when Herbert and the offense struggled to move the ball against a vicious Jets defense, the Chargers defense rose to the occasion. — Daniel Popper, Chargers staff writer GO DEEPER 'When you care about someone, it means more': Chargers defense dominates …

Dolphins’ high-powered offense stalls in Miami’s latest letdown at Buffalo
1 year, 2 months ago

Dolphins’ high-powered offense stalls in Miami’s latest letdown at Buffalo

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — No matter how productive their offense had been coming into Buffalo, Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins still find themselves trying to keep pace with the Bills in the AFC East. “I think the Buffalo Bills proved why they are the team our whole division is trying to beat,” coach Mike McDaniel said. Tagovailoa noted the crowd …

Chargers’ defense eyes chance for redemption against Titans team on eight-game skid
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers’ defense eyes chance for redemption against Titans team on eight-game skid

LA Times  

In the aftermath of their opening loss, the Chargers’ general disposition matched their performance: boldly graphic and brutally real. “None of us like how that went down.” Believe it, the Chargers’ Week 1 was a weak one, their pass defense buried in an historically bad showing that ended as a 36-34 defeat to Miami. Consider this team’s recent history: In …

Roundtable: Can the Rams surprise again vs. the 49ers? Will the Chargers’ defense rebound?
1 year, 3 months ago

Roundtable: Can the Rams surprise again vs. the 49ers? Will the Chargers’ defense rebound?

LA Times  

According to the betting lines, the Rams pulled an upset in Week 1 of the NFL season with a road win over the Seahawks in Seattle. Rams beat writer Gary Klein, Chargers beat writer Jeff Miller, and columnists Helene Elliott and Dylan Hernández discuss what happened and upcoming prospects: What was the most surprising aspect of the Rams’ upset victory …

Chargers rushing attack shows promise in opener: What it means for Justin Herbert
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers rushing attack shows promise in opener: What it means for Justin Herbert

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Chargers’ loss to the Miami Dolphins on Sunday falls squarely on the shoulders of the defense, and the pass defense particularly. Staley believed Moore could elevate the Chargers’ ground game with a more streamlined, defined and downhill rushing philosophy. And then we want our backs to be able to make people miss, and I think that that’s …

As Chargers’ defense against Miami draws criticism, their offense deserves praise
1 year, 3 months ago

As Chargers’ defense against Miami draws criticism, their offense deserves praise

LA Times  

Buried in their stinging defeat and dreadful pass defense Sunday was a stellar effort by the Chargers’ offense, especially when running the ball. “That’s something that we need to build off of.” Staley said he liked the patience new offensive coordinator Kellen Moore exhibited as the Chargers remained committed to the ground game. He said the 40 carries were “just …

Chargers defense implodes against Dolphins: ‘Definitely a humbling loss’
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers defense implodes against Dolphins: ‘Definitely a humbling loss’

New York Times  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Brandon Staley uses a go-to phrase when describing his pass-defense philosophy: putting a roof on the coverage. Even Staley said in late August that he had been able to “engineer” his defensive personnel “the way that we want it.” GO DEEPER 'Do or die': Brandon Staley's Chargers defense must reach the next level in 2023 They had …

Can Brandon Staley provide 'compass' for Chargers title run?
1 year, 3 months ago

Can Brandon Staley provide 'compass' for Chargers title run?

LA Times  

Brandon Staley was talking about the Super Bowl the other day, and why not? Chargers head Brandon Staley shakes hands with receiver Keenan Allen after losing to the Jaguars in an AFC playoff game. You need it to launch you forward.” — Chargers coach Brandon Staley, on blowing 27-point lead to the Jaguars in playoff loss last season Another factor …

Brandon Staley’s Chargers defense must reach the next level in 2023
1 year, 3 months ago

Brandon Staley’s Chargers defense must reach the next level in 2023

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Monday Night Football featuring the Chargers vs Jets. “Any defensive scheme, it’s better to have continuity if you can have it,” Staley said. “We’ve been able to, in all three phases of our team, kind of engineer it the way that we want it,” Staley said last week. “Going into every year, that’s what …

Why Chargers’ hiring of Kellen Moore is giving Brandon Staley vibes of Sean McVay
1 year, 4 months ago

Why Chargers’ hiring of Kellen Moore is giving Brandon Staley vibes of Sean McVay

New York Times  

On quiet evenings in February, a ritual was forming inside the Chargers facility. How Moore performs in building this Chargers offense and elevating Herbert will, more than anything, be the deciding factor in the team’s 2023 season — and Staley’s future as head coach. “Usually on the offensive side, you’re trying to create this for the defense, and he’s doing …

Defensive lapses worry Chargers’ Staley going into playoffs
1 year, 11 months ago

Defensive lapses worry Chargers’ Staley going into playoffs

Associated Press  

Brandon Staley is more concerned about the Los Angeles Chargers defense than he is about having a short week to prepare for Saturday night’s AFC wild-card matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Opposing teams averaged 5.42 yards per carry against Los Angeles, which is the highest a team has allowed since the merger, and the sixth highest since 1932. They’re a …

‘He never flinched’: How coach Brandon Staley guided Chargers to playoffs
1 year, 11 months ago

‘He never flinched’: How coach Brandon Staley guided Chargers to playoffs

LA Times  

Chargers players say coach Brandon Staley’s demeanor and approach when the team was struggling with a 6-6 record helped guide them to the playoffs. “Coach Staley’s done a hell of job all year,” wide receiver DeAndre Carter said. I think it’s just a testament to him as a coach, as a leader.” Staley is about to make his postseason debut …

Chargers takeaways: Defense kept Titans’ interceptions from being a factor
2 years ago

Chargers takeaways: Defense kept Titans’ interceptions from being a factor

LA Times  

Titans safety Kevin Byard intercepts a pass intended for the Chargers’ Mike Williams. Roger McCreary laterals this pass intended for the Chargers’ Mike Williams to Titans teammate Joshua Kalu for an interception just before the end of the first half. Defensive help on the way: The Chargers’ improved defense over the last two games has a chance to get even …

NFL readers Q&A: How did Chargers’ Brandon Staley, Rams’ Sean McVay miss this?
2 years, 2 months ago

NFL readers Q&A: How did Chargers’ Brandon Staley, Rams’ Sean McVay miss this?

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley had a lot of explaining to do about his failed decision to try for a first down on fourth down late in Sunday’s game, giving the Browns a chance to attempt a potential game-winning field goal. Rams beat writer Gary Klein, Chargers beat writer Jeff Miller and NFL beat writer Sam Farmer answer some questions: The …

Mystery behind Raiders-Chargers matchup and L.A.’s revamped defense
2 years, 3 months ago

Mystery behind Raiders-Chargers matchup and L.A.’s revamped defense

LA Times  

Chargers head coach Brandon Staley has brought in plenty of defensive help for star edge rusher Joey Bosa. Head coach Brandon Staley this week expressed “full confidence” in his revamped defense but also noted the uncertainty that exists entering the Chargers’ opener against Las Vegas. I really like who we’re going to go compete with on Sunday.” Chargers Why no …

Why Brandon Staley sees ‘a good football’ team in Chargers’ first practice in pads
2 years, 4 months ago

Why Brandon Staley sees ‘a good football’ team in Chargers’ first practice in pads

LA Times  

Coach Brandon Staley greets tight end Gerald Everett on the first day in pads for the Chargers at training camp. “I do think it’s a positive thing for our team because we want to be aggressive,” Staley said. “You can just see it in his eyes where you’re like, ‘This guy’s in the zone.’ ” Zion Johnson impresses Rookie Zion …

News Analysis: Chargers must upgrade the defense to become an AFC contender
2 years, 11 months ago

News Analysis: Chargers must upgrade the defense to become an AFC contender

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley says his defense needs more personnel stability and some new pieces to fit the scheme. “I think that it’s getting the right people that fit that way … and then coaching our guys better, teaching our guys better, taking that ownership and that accountability.” When Staley was hired one year ago Monday, the expectations for the …

Chargers have a bright future; is Brandon Staley the right coach?
2 years, 11 months ago

Chargers have a bright future; is Brandon Staley the right coach?

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley watches his players warm up before a loss to the New England Patriots on Oct. 31. In taking their first serious strides toward becoming Los Angeles’ favorite team, the Chargers have the right star, the right culture, the right branding … but have yet to answer the most important question. Chargers NFL roundtable: Brandon Staley’s questionable …

Playoff-less Chargers had no issues with coach Brandon Staley’s decisions
2 years, 11 months ago

Playoff-less Chargers had no issues with coach Brandon Staley’s decisions

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley tightens his lips during the postgame news conference after the season-ending loss to the Raiders. I stand on that.” Chargers Eight takeaways from Chargers’ season-ending loss to Raiders The Chargers failed to make the playoffs because of a dramatic overtime loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. After both teams kicked field goals on their first overtime …

After long break, Chargers regaining health in preparing for Patriots
3 years, 1 month ago

After long break, Chargers regaining health in preparing for Patriots

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley talks to free safety Derwin James Jr. before a game against the Cleveland Browns on Oct. 10 at SoFi Stadium. So, this week, the rookie head coach said he won’t specifically address the team’s 45-0 loss to New England with the Patriots set to revisit SoFi Stadium on Sunday. “If our players can draw on some …

Despite ‘off week,’ Brandon Staley is pleased with Chargers’ 4-2 start
3 years, 2 months ago

Despite ‘off week,’ Brandon Staley is pleased with Chargers’ 4-2 start

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert hangs his head on the bench during a disappointing game against the Baltimore Ravens. Last week, safety Derwin James suggested as one solution “whooping the man in front of you.” Staley called the run defense’s performance Sunday “a step forward,” noting that the 187 yards the Chargers allowed on the ground included a 22-yard scramble by …

Chargers enter Brandon Staley Era with high expectations
3 years, 3 months ago

Chargers enter Brandon Staley Era with high expectations

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES CHARGERS New faces: Coach Brandon Staley, C Corey Linsley, Gs Matt Feiler and Oday Aboushi, TE Jared Cook, QB Chase Daniel, OT Rashawn Slater, CB Asante Samuel Jr. Key losses: TE Hunter Henry, DE Melvin Ingram, C Dan Feeney, OT Sam Tevi, G Forrest Lamp, S Rayshawn Jenkins, LB Denzel Perryman, CB Casey Hayward, G Trai Turner. Strengths: …

Chargers bolting into the unknown with coach Brandon Staley
3 years, 11 months ago

Chargers bolting into the unknown with coach Brandon Staley

LA Times  

Brandon Staley said plenty of words, but didn’t say much. “We wanted someone that really had a clear vision for all three phases of the game, someone that could implement a true vertical alignment in all three phases of the game.” Staley was the Rams’ defensive coordinator for one season. “The things that are going to make this offense here …

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