Trey Pipkins seemed destined for unemployment line, not Chargers’ offensive line
3 years, 3 months ago

Trey Pipkins seemed destined for unemployment line, not Chargers’ offensive line

LA Times  

The series of roster moves the Chargers made Tuesday did not include anything involving Trey Pipkins, the still-developing tackle who struggled mightily during the preseason. We feel like he’s earned that with us, with how he’s invested in his game.” Pipkins was a surprise draft pick in 2019 when the Chargers took him in the third round out of Sioux Falls. “Although he’s had some tough moments that a lot of people have seen, there’s been other moments where we feel like, ‘Hey, there’s still more in there that we can tap into,’ ” Staley said. He certainly has to improve.” Staley did indicate that Storm Norton would be the first tackle in the game if the Chargers need someone to replace either of their starters, Bryan Bulaga or Rashawn Slater.

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Chargers shore up quarterback room via a trade with the Falcons
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Chargers shore up quarterback room via a trade with the Falcons

LA Times  

The addition of quarterback Taylor Heinicke adds starting experience to the Chargers’ quarterback room. A day after reducing the roster to 53 players and retaining just two quarterbacks, Justin Herbert and Easton Stick, the Chargers sent a conditional 2025 seventh-round draft pick to the Atlanta Falcons for veteran Taylor Heinicke, the team confirmed with an announcement Thursday. The Chargers also …

Roster spots are on the line as Chargers close preseason in Dallas
4 months ago

Roster spots are on the line as Chargers close preseason in Dallas

LA Times  

Rams defensive back Tre Tomlinson tackles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal during their preseason game. Patterson, who started the first two preseason games, got fewer touches and managed just four yards in two attempts and caught one pass for two yards. Last season the Chargers carried four running backs on their 53-man roster, and they might employ a similar strategy, …

Chargers receiver Quentin Johnston would like to drop this memory
6 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Chargers OTAs, Week 2: Junior Colson update, Hayden Hurst and Asante Samuel Jr. shine
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Chargers OTAs, Week 2: Junior Colson update, Hayden Hurst and Asante Samuel Jr. shine

New York Times  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — The Los Angeles Chargers kicked off their second week of organized team activities Wednesday. Five players were not on the field for Wednesday’s practice: running back Gus Edwards, running back J.K. Dobbins, tight end Will Dissly, offensive lineman Jordan McFadden and offensive lineman Alex Leatherwood. Four players worked off to the side with trainers during practice: …

Joe Hortiz addresses needs at wide receiver and cornerback in his first draft as the Chargers’ GM
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Joe Hortiz addresses needs at wide receiver and cornerback in his first draft as the Chargers’ GM

Associated Press  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Joe Hortiz was disciplined and methodical in his first NFL draft as the Los Angeles Chargers’ general manager. “Then, myself, the other scouts, the personnel, the, every one of the coaches on our staff, we’re just, ‘How can we help?’ We’re just trying to support and try to help in any way that we can.” The …

Is bringing back Denzel Perryman the answer for Chargers’ run defense?
9 months ago

Is bringing back Denzel Perryman the answer for Chargers’ run defense?

LA Times  

Denzel Perryman, right, is going to be back in a Chargers uniform next season. The Chargers announced Tuesday that they’ve signed Denzel Perryman, who was a second-round pick of the franchise in 2015. Perryman will bring a hard-hitting edge to the Chargers, who are looking to become a more physical team under new head coach Jim Harbaugh. During his introductory …

With Bills next, Chargers’ jobs on line: ‘We have three weeks to show the character’
1 year ago

With Bills next, Chargers’ jobs on line: ‘We have three weeks to show the character’

LA Times  

Chargers interim coach Giff Smith is pushing his 5-9 team to compete over the final three weeks against three franchises fighting for playoff spots. “It’s about finishing them.” The Chargers too often haven’t, their 5-9 record including five losses by three or fewer points. Over the course of the season, it’s become this.” Longtime assistant Giff Smith was given the …

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: …

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 …

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 …

How Chargers’ Asante Samuel Jr. carved out his Star role in Brandon Staley’s defense
1 year, 3 months ago

How Chargers’ Asante Samuel Jr. carved out his Star role in Brandon Staley’s defense

New York Times  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Los Angeles Chargers coach Brandon Staley had a puzzle to solve in his secondary when the team opened training camp in July. And one key piece without a defined landing spot was Asante Samuel Jr. “There’s so much to figure out on defense about what our best combinations are,” Staley said of his secondary on July …

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 …

Chargers training camp: Asante Samuel Jr., defense dominates on Day 6
1 year, 4 months ago

Chargers training camp: Asante Samuel Jr., defense dominates on Day 6

New York Times  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — The Los Angeles Chargers held their sixth practice of training camp Wednesday at Jack R. Hammett Sports Complex. The defense had its best practice of camp so far and won all three of the live 11-on-11 periods: a move-the-ball period, a red zone period and a two-minute drill. mike dub + herbo are locked in pic.twitter.com/cquq0o88LF …

Eric Kendricks finds himself in middle of a big hole in Chargers’ defense
1 year, 8 months ago

Eric Kendricks finds himself in middle of a big hole in Chargers’ defense

LA Times  

Former Vikings and current Chargers linebacker Eric Kendricks smiles while watching an NBA game in Minneapolis. “I just know that we had a great conversation — among tons of conversations that I had — but it definitely stuck with me.” The veteran linebacker joined his new teammates for the first time Monday as the Chargers opened their offseason program in …

Chargers gush over addition of Eric Kendricks, ‘one of the most complete linebackers’
1 year, 8 months ago

Chargers gush over addition of Eric Kendricks, ‘one of the most complete linebackers’

LA Times  

Coach Brandon Staley said the Chargers could not resist the chance to add a linebacker with Eric Kendricks’ skills. “He’s one of the most complete linebackers in the last decade,” Staley, speaking at the NFL’s owners meetings, said of Kendricks. Staley called Ekeler “a pillar of our offense.” He also said he hasn’t thought so far ahead as to envision …

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. …

Brandon Staley’s job might be safe, but big questions remain for Chargers
1 year, 11 months ago

Brandon Staley’s job might be safe, but big questions remain for Chargers

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley walks off the field after a win over the Indianapolis Colts on Dec. 26. Day 2 of the Chargers’ offseason brought nothing definitive on the status of coach Brandon Staley, further strengthening the notion he will be retained. Staley and to a much lesser extent general manager Tom Telesco faced scrutiny throughout much of the fall …

‘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 …

Who can Chargers get to play defensive line? More injuries leave them with just three
2 years, 1 month ago

Who can Chargers get to play defensive line? More injuries leave them with just three

LA Times  

Chargers defensive lineman Christian Covington is helped off the field after suffering a torn pectoral muscle against the 49ers. On Monday, former Chargers defensive lineman Jerry Tillery was claimed on waivers by one of the team’s AFC West rivals, Las Vegas. “We’ll be working over the next 36 hours,” Staley said, “to make a couple acquisitions to get us to …

Keenan Allen’s tweet turns Chargers talk to coach Brandon Staley’s decision again
2 years, 2 months ago

Keenan Allen’s tweet turns Chargers talk to coach Brandon Staley’s decision again

LA Times  

The Chargers’ Brandon Staley was a busy coach on the sideline during their game against the Cleveland Browns. We’re going to keep it moving to Denver, try and get him well and get him out there playing for us.” Chargers Week 5 takeaways: Suddenly Chargers can run as Austin Ekeler sets career high Chargers-Browns takeaways: The Chargers’ ground game was …

Storm Norton and Trey Pipkins III are ‘good friends’ battling for same Chargers job
2 years, 4 months ago

Storm Norton and Trey Pipkins III are ‘good friends’ battling for same Chargers job

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley talks with offensive tackles Storm Norton, Trey Pipkins III and Rashawn Slater. I’m really thankful for that.” Entering 2022, right tackle is the lone unsettled spot for this team among the starters, with Norton battling Trey Pipkins III for the No. “It’s the little things I picked up with O-line play, the little technique things that …

NFL combine: Chargers coach Brandon Staley has deep thoughts on roster, defense
2 years, 9 months ago

NFL combine: Chargers coach Brandon Staley has deep thoughts on roster, defense

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley wants his team depth to improve drastically, but pinpoints defensive line and corner as positions of need in upcoming NFL draft. But both general manager Tom Telesco and coach Brandon Staley have made a point in recent weeks of explaining that this offseason isn’t just about one side of the line of scrimmage. On Wednesday, Staley …

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 put Bryan Bulaga on injured reserve, Chris Harris Jr. to miss Sunday
3 years, 3 months ago

Chargers put Bryan Bulaga on injured reserve, Chris Harris Jr. to miss Sunday

LA Times  

Chargers right tackle Bryan Bulaga is injured again and has been placed on injured reserve. The Chargers placed right tackle Bryan Bulaga on injured reserve Friday and also ruled out defensive back Chris Harris Jr. for Sunday against Dallas. Signed as a free agent in March 2020, Bulaga was limited to 38% of the Chargers’ offensive snaps last season because …

A line can be drawn from Chargers’ prospects to the group in front of Justin Herbert
3 years, 3 months ago

A line can be drawn from Chargers’ prospects to the group in front of Justin Herbert

LA Times  

How the revamped offensive line holds up in front of Justin Herbert is the key to the Chargers’ season. And, while Roethlisberger still plays, Smith’s new assignment is to protect a different star quarterback — Justin Herbert. “We have to pave a way for the playmakers.” Last season, the Chargers’ line struggled so much that four new starters were imported. …

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 could keep quarterbacks Easton Stick and Chase Daniel on 53-man roster
3 years, 3 months ago

Chargers could keep quarterbacks Easton Stick and Chase Daniel on 53-man roster

LA Times  

Chargers quarterback Easton Stick looks to pass during a preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday. Afterward, coach Brandon Staley admitted there’s a chance the team could keep both Chase Daniel and Easton Stick when final cuts are made. “If I was ever a head coach in the league — I know some teams are two quarterbacks, some teams …

Chargers agree to terms with Corey Linsley: What it means and what’s next
3 years, 9 months ago

Chargers agree to terms with Corey Linsley: What it means and what’s next

New York Times  

The Chargers made their first big splash of free agency Monday, agreeing to terms with former Packers center Corey Linsley, The Athletic confirmed. How he fits: The Chargers desperately needed offensive line help, and Linsley provides that. Linsley, as the primary communicator up front, will have a positive impact on the development of any rookie offensive linemen the Chargers bring …

Whom Brandon Staley hires will be as important for Chargers
3 years, 11 months ago

Whom Brandon Staley hires will be as important for Chargers

LA Times  

New Chargers coach Brandon Staley, 38, was coaching in college just four years ago. The Chargers have hired Brandon Staley to be their next head coach … and who else? Three of McVay’s assistants have become NFL head coaches: Matt LaFleur with the Green Bay Packers, Zac Taylor with the Cincinnati Bengals and Staley. It’s fair to ask how much …

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