Chargers veterans join rookies for first practice together
7 months, 1 week ago

Chargers veterans join rookies for first practice together

LA Times  

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh watches a drill during an offseason workout of rookies on Friday. The practice featured the team’s veterans and rookies together for the first time, coach Jim Harbaugh last week explaining the blending process by likening it to merging onto the 405 Freeway. I just turned to her and said, ‘We’re not in Ann Arbor anymore, Sarah.’ ” Another deep threat Among all the things Justin Herbert gives the Chargers, his presence alone affects the team’s fortunes. It’s mostly, I think, Justin.” Chark confirmed Harbaugh’s assessment Monday when he met with reporters for the first time since joining the Chargers, calling Herbert “a top-five QB in this league in any given year.” Entering his seventh season, Chark is expected to provide the Chargers with a much needed down-the-field element, his career average of 14.5 yards per reception an indication of that ability. “They kicked us out.” Looking in from the outside New Chargers cornerback Kristian Fulton mentioned the importance of being in sync with the coaches multiple times during his first session with reporters Monday.

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Season sweep of Broncos! Jim Harbaugh has changed the Chargers
3 days, 17 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, …

Jim Harbaugh brought wise words and a special ritual to Chargers — and it’s worked
1 week, 3 days ago

Jim Harbaugh brought wise words and a special ritual to Chargers — and it’s worked

LA Times  

Rashawn Slater surely didn’t become an offensive lineman to speak in public. Now the unified locker room considers each day’s “wise words” speech a galvanizing force as the Chargers push toward the playoffs. “It’s inspiring.” Safety Derwin James Jr. said he’s never been around a coach such as Harbaugh, who cedes the huddle to players at random. “I feel like …

One play away from prime time, Chargers’ practice squad players work hard and play harder
2 weeks, 3 days ago

One play away from prime time, Chargers’ practice squad players work hard and play harder

LA Times  

Usually a member of the scout team, injuries last week put Tony Jefferson into the Chargers lineup and he made eight tackles, including this one on the Falcons’ Drake London. The Chargers’ Kimani Vidal has spent time on the scout team and on the active roster this season, last week averaging five yards in four carries against the Falcons. “So …

Jim Harbaugh’s new-age Chargers have that old ‘Charm City’ feel
1 month ago

Jim Harbaugh’s new-age Chargers have that old ‘Charm City’ feel

LA Times  

It was almost as if he never left Baltimore. It was clear that Harbaugh and Hortiz were planning to revive the Chargers by adding an L.A. twist to Baltimore’s “B-more style” of gritty, hard-hitting football. Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz had teamed with a Harbaugh before, working with Jim’s brother, John, for the Baltimore Ravens. “You become very familiar with …

Chargers Feeling Optimism After Three Straight Wins in Four Games
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chargers Feeling Optimism After Three Straight Wins in Four Games

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Chargers are enjoying a recent surge in form, having won three of their last four games. Despite facing challenges with pass protection, they have shown resilience and adaptability on defense, allowing only 57 yards while recording four sacks. Quarterback Justin Herbert has been a key factor in this turnaround, throwing for over 700 yards and four touchdowns …

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 rookies are making new GM’s first draft class a smash hit
2 months ago

Chargers rookies are making new GM’s first draft class a smash hit

LA Times  

Chargers rookie Cam Hart made an immediate impression on coaches during training camp and now he is getting his chance to play because of injuries. … It was more so like, a ‘pissed off for greatness’ type of thing.” With strong starts to their careers, Hart and fellow rookie cornerback Tarheeb Still are chasing more great moments as the injury-riddled …

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has had this heart issue before, but what are next steps?
2 months, 1 week ago

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has had this heart issue before, but what are next steps?

LA Times  

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh, center, returned to the sideline after being treated in the locker room in Denver because of a heart issue. Chargers Jim Harbaugh, Chargers feeling better after first win in Denver since 2018 Chargers’ coach Jim Harbaugh had to leave the game early because of an apparent illness but he and his team recovered in Denver to …

Jim Harbaugh, Chargers feeling better after first win in Denver since 2018
2 months, 1 week ago

Jim Harbaugh, Chargers feeling better after first win in Denver since 2018

LA Times  

After Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh had a heart issue in the first quarter, it wasn’t long before he returned and Justin Herbert was getting instructions. The quarterback who had been off to the slowest passing start of his career sparked the offense with 237 yards and one touchdown on 21-of-34 passing as the Chargers held off Denver’s 16-point fourth quarter …

Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers start rewriting record book in rout of Panthers
3 months, 1 week ago

Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers start rewriting record book in rout of Panthers

LA Times  

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh meets Justin Herbert as he runs off the field against the Carolina Panthers, who lost for the first time at home to the Chargers. By running for 131 yards, J.K. Dobbins became the first Chargers’ back — and the first AFC player in a decade — to open a season with back-to-back 100-yard rushing performances. The …

It’s a complex world for Chargers rookies adjusting to life in the NFL and big city
3 months, 1 week ago

It’s a complex world for Chargers rookies adjusting to life in the NFL and big city

LA Times  

Compared to the countryside of Chatsworth, Ga. — population of 4,871 — Los Angeles might as well be another planet for Chargers rookie Ladd McConkey. “The one thing they all have in common is that they’re rookies, and everything is new,” Hightower said. “I’m not going to lie, I done run into a lot of good taco places,” Jeremiah Jean-Baptiste …

Jim Harbaugh gushes over talent of veteran Chargers: ‘I feel lucky to be here’
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jim Harbaugh gushes over talent of veteran Chargers: ‘I feel lucky to be here’

LA Times  

Jim Harbaugh made a beeline toward midfield, shook Raiders coach Antonio Pierce’s hand and turned right around toward the sideline. That’s the L.A. Chargers mentality.” Harbaugh commended James, the three-time Pro Bowl selection, for recording his 500th career tackle. When Harbaugh was presented a game ball in the locker room by team owner Dean Spanos, the coach later passed it …

Jim Harbaugh's reborn Chargers are fighting image of new coach
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jim Harbaugh's reborn Chargers are fighting image of new coach

LA Times  

Coach Jim Harbaugh emphatically congratulates J.K. Dobbins after the Chargers running back’s touchdown in the fourth quarter. These Chargers “Harbaughed,” which translated into using inspiration from their new coach to outslug the Raiders, 22-10, in a season opener that came with a statement. Chargers fans — including one holding up a sign saying, “Make Chargers Great Again” — saw a …

Harbaugh’s road to Chargers, Pierce securing Raiders job began with last year’s rout at Las Vegas
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Harbaugh’s road to Chargers, Pierce securing Raiders job began with last year’s rout at Las Vegas

Associated Press  

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Jim Harbaugh’s road back to the NFL and becoming coach of the Los Angeles Chargers began last Dec. 14. “The exact same guy, which is why he’s in that position right now,” wide receiver Davante Adams said when asked if Pierce has changed since being the interim coach. “He’s consistent, and a passionate, consistent, fair coach …

From player to coach, Jim Harbaugh imbues his Chargers with a fighting spirit
3 months, 2 weeks ago

From player to coach, Jim Harbaugh imbues his Chargers with a fighting spirit

LA Times  

Mike Riley can laugh about it now — that time his starting quarterback fought his teammate. Chargers safety Michael Dumas, who Riley called “one of the toughest guys around,” said something to the team’s quarterback about the offensive struggles. I just thought this was the best fit in the world because he’s going to do what’s best for the team …

Jim Harbaugh in awe of Chargers’ Justin Herbert: ‘A human computer chip for a brain’
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jim Harbaugh in awe of Chargers’ Justin Herbert: ‘A human computer chip for a brain’

LA Times  

From his first day as the Chargers’ coach, Jim Harbaugh was enamored with Justin Herbert’s leadership abilities. Hoping to rebound after the Chargers’ 5-12 season, Herbert called his eventful preseason, which included a foot injury that kept him out for two weeks and the comical-only-in-retrospect elevator incident, “a fun test.” “Definitely learned a lot through some things you don’t want …

Chargers are eager to unleash rookie Junior Colson as he returns from injury
4 months, 1 week ago

Chargers are eager to unleash rookie Junior Colson as he returns from injury

LA Times  

Former Michigan linebacker Junior Colson is nearing a return from injury that has kept him out of Chargers training camp. The anticipation surrounding Chargers rookie Junior Colson is building as he starts working with the team defense for the first time in training camp following a few weeks of recovery from appendix surgery. A pivotal player during Michigan’s national championship …

Is recent signee Kristian Fulton working his way into the Chargers lineup?
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Is recent signee Kristian Fulton working his way into the Chargers lineup?

LA Times  

The Chargers didn’t practice in full pads Wednesday but made the most of a more than two-hour practice at The Bolt in front of a packed crowd — especially Kristian Fulton. Really happy that we have him.” Some other observations from Wednesday: Energized Despite the common inconsistencies of training camp, one thing has remained constant: new coach Jim Harbaugh’s energy. …

Camp takeaways: Chargers’ defense getting up to speed
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Camp takeaways: Chargers’ defense getting up to speed

LA Times  

The Chargers’ defense is beginning to take shape, with the linebacking corps, anchored by All-Pros Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack, standing out Friday as the first week of training camp nears its end. Some takeaways from Day 3: A look at the Chargers’ defense When Jim Harbaugh left the University of Michigan to become the Chargers’ head coach, he brought …

Camp takeaways: Chargers’ offense is a mystery for now, but starts from ground up
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Camp takeaways: Chargers’ offense is a mystery for now, but starts from ground up

LA Times  

One thing for sure about the Chargers’ offensive identity: quarterback Justin Herbert will be behind it. The Chargers are searching for an offensive identity early in camp, and offensive coordinator Greg Roman said that will develop in the weeks to come. “That will dictate where we really put our focus.” Coach Jim Harbaugh has made it clear that the team …

Jim Harbaugh’s first practice, new facility give Chargers a feeling of rebirth
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Jim Harbaugh’s first practice, new facility give Chargers a feeling of rebirth

Associated Press  

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — The Los Angeles Chargers’ first practice of training camp had elements of a rebirth. Not only was it the first practice under coach Jim Harbaugh, it was the team’s first workout in their new practice facility. With the Chargers not having their first padded practice until Monday, Harbaugh’s goal for the first week is to make …

Look who impressed Jim Harbaugh on first day of Chargers training camp
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Look who impressed Jim Harbaugh on first day of Chargers training camp

LA Times  

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh loves the potential of wide receiver Quentin Johnston. He hasn’t been at all in my eyes.” Herbert praised Johnston, highlighting his great attitude, effort and positive presence, and also noting the team expects big things from him. “He’s going to be a problem for people,” Harbaugh said. “I’ve been nothing but happy with Q.” Johnston is …

Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers debut at camp is wacky and wonderful
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers debut at camp is wacky and wonderful

LA Times  

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh physically and mentally stands behind quarterback Justin Herbert, who readies for a snap on the first day of training camp. “Just like being born,” he said after Wednesday’s inaugural training camp workout at the Chargers’ gleaming new El Segundo practice facility. People are looking, people talking to each other and, just feels good to have it …

Don't you bet against Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers
5 months ago

Don't you bet against Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers

LA Times  

Coach Jim Harbaugh, in the brown hoodie at right, is pointing the Chargers in a new direction. The modest expectations are more of a reflection of the roster than they are of new coach Jim Harbaugh, who moved to the Chargers on a five-year contract after winning a national championship with Michigan. Hortiz added, “I love him.” This doesn’t mean …

Jim Harbaugh can’t stop giving salutes to QB Justin Herbert at Camp Pendleton
6 months, 1 week ago

Jim Harbaugh can’t stop giving salutes to QB Justin Herbert at Camp Pendleton

LA Times  

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh, right, understands why quarterback Justin Herbert does not enjoy wearing the “protective” gold jersey. Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh and owner Dean Spanos flank Marine Col. Charles Dudik at the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. With the Chargers opening their three-day mandatory minicamp in Costa Mesa, Harbaugh, asked what has most excited him about Herbert, answered, “That …

With three picks in top 69 of NFL draft, Chargers could be a big deal in Detroit
7 months, 4 weeks ago

With three picks in top 69 of NFL draft, Chargers could be a big deal in Detroit

LA Times  

The Chargers say they are very interested in examining Michigan players such as defensive lineman Kris Jenkins, shown shaking hands with former Wolverines coach Jim Harbaugh. Trading back to accumulate more draft capital remains something Hortiz could do as he and head coach Jim Harbaugh revamp the Chargers’ roster with an emphasis on physicality. “That’s a big issue concern for …

Jim Harbaugh gets to work on first day of Chargers offseason program
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Jim Harbaugh gets to work on first day of Chargers offseason program

Associated Press  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Jim Harbaugh didn’t waste any time on the first day of the Los Angeles Chargers offseason program. Since teaching is limited to the meeting rooms the first two weeks, the players are going to be getting very familiar with Ben Herbert, the Chargers new executive director of player performance. Herbert and Harbaugh’s key areas of focus …

Day 1 with Jim Harbaugh, and Chargers’ ‘physicals’ take a whole new meaning
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Day 1 with Jim Harbaugh, and Chargers’ ‘physicals’ take a whole new meaning

LA Times  

New coach Jim Harbaugh is pointing toward more physical play for his Chargers. “We’re going to be physical,” new tight end Hayden Hurst said. We want teams to end up giving up in the fourth quarter where we’re just hitting our stride.” Chargers Jim Harbaugh: Chargers could get top non-quarterback in NFL draft With quarterbacks potentially going in the top …

Chargers roster needs: Who might they target in free agency and the draft?
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Chargers roster needs: Who might they target in free agency and the draft?

LA Times  

After a year of too many losses, the Chargers decidedly won the start of the offseason, their addition of Jim Harbaugh trumpeted as one of the franchise’s most significant victories. Harbaugh has assembled a staff of 29 assistants, including two coordinators — Greg Roman on offense and Jesse Minter on defense — also new to the organization. At his introductory …

Chargers GM Joe Hortiz is excited about partnership with coach Jim Harbaugh
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers GM Joe Hortiz is excited about partnership with coach Jim Harbaugh

Associated Press  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Joe Hortiz is happy to partner with Jim Harbaugh to form what Los Angeles Chargers fans are hoping will be a dynamic duo. Chargers director of football operations John Spanos said the team’s approach in hiring a general manager and coach was different from 2013, when the plan was to hire the GM first. Harbaugh, who …

New GM Joe Hortiz fights Chargers' crimes with Jim Harbaugh
10 months, 2 weeks ago

New GM Joe Hortiz fights Chargers' crimes with Jim Harbaugh

LA Times  

Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz is happy to act as sidekick Robin to coach Jim Harbaugh’s Batman during the NFL season, as Harbaugh described his vision for their new partnership. Hortiz is equally willing to reverse roles to play Batman to Harbaugh’s Robin while making personnel decisions during the offseason, as Harbaugh outlined last week during his introductory news conference. …

Jim Harbaugh is ready to resume his chase of a Super Bowl title with the Chargers
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Jim Harbaugh is ready to resume his chase of a Super Bowl title with the Chargers

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Jim Harbaugh fulfilled one of his goals by winning a national championship at his alma mater. That’s all you want from an employer.” Harbaugh becomes the 19th coach in franchise history and the first former Chargers player to return to the team as head coach. “It’s been about a week now and in this very short period …

How Chargers' Jim Harbaugh made an impressive first impression
10 months, 3 weeks ago

How Chargers' Jim Harbaugh made an impressive first impression

LA Times  

It was hard knocks meets Hollywood. “We’re going to earn our winning,” said Harbaugh, staring intently through his wire-rimmed glasses while standing firmly on stage during a 45-minute press conference amid several hundred media and team officials. “And attack each day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind.” When owner Dean Spanos was talking to Harbaugh before his flight from Michigan …

Jim Harbaugh expects to win 'multiple championships' with Chargers
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Jim Harbaugh expects to win 'multiple championships' with Chargers

LA Times  

Without warning, the lights went down inside YouTube Theater. At the end, accompanying an image of Harbaugh during his late-career quarterbacking days with the then-San Diego Chargers, the screen displayed the words, “Welcome Home.” He’s not really coming home, since home for the Chargers is now SoFi Stadium, a short jog from the scene of his news conference Thursday. Chargers …

Home Depot, ‘Ted Lasso’ and an RV: What we learned at Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers introduction
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Home Depot, ‘Ted Lasso’ and an RV: What we learned at Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers introduction

New York Times  

He quoted “Shawshank Redemption” and raved about “Ted Lasso.” He called his brother “as tough as a two-dollar steak.” He suggested driving his RV to the Pacific Ocean and living in a trailer park for the next few months, channeling television character Jim Rockford from the 1970s drama series “The Rockford Files.” And with that, the Jim Harbaugh era officially …

New Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh ‘was a little starstruck’ upon meeting Justin Herbert
10 months, 3 weeks ago

New Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh ‘was a little starstruck’ upon meeting Justin Herbert

LA Times  

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh walks on the field before the AFC championship game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday at M&T Stadium. But the lovefest between him and quarterback Justin Herbert has apparently already begun, with the new coach admitting Sunday that he “was a little starstruck” meeting his new QB for the first time. …

Letters to Sports: Jim Harbaugh mania electrifies hopeful Chargers fans
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Letters to Sports: Jim Harbaugh mania electrifies hopeful Chargers fans

LA Times  

‘Bolt from the Blue’ indeed! Marty Zweben Palos Verdes Estates :: After 32 years of following the Chargers, first in San Diego and now in Los Angeles, that quintessential moment has finally arrived with the announcement of Jim Harbaugh as the new head coach. Felipe Varela Whittier :: The hapless Chargers have hit a grand slam by hiring Jim Harbaugh. …

Chargers hiring Jim Harbaugh is a bolt of brilliance
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Chargers hiring Jim Harbaugh is a bolt of brilliance

LA Times  

Jim Harbaugh looks on before his brother John, the Baltimore Ravens coach, faced Houston in the NFL playoffs. The Chargers hired Michigan’s national championship coach Wednesday in a high-priced move that should pay huge dividends in landscape shaking and image changing. For Jim Harbaugh’s next press conference, he will be donning Chargers colors. Can you imagine next season’s scheduled game …

Chargers interview Jim Harbaugh, but more Rooney Rule requirements loom
11 months, 1 week ago

Chargers interview Jim Harbaugh, but more Rooney Rule requirements loom

LA Times  

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh leaves the field after beating Alabama in the Rose Bowl on Jan. 1. The other coaches who have interviewed with the Chargers include two internal options: Giff Smith, who finished the season as the interim head coach, and Kellen Moore, the Chargers offensive coordinator. Any timeline for the Chargers’ decision is contingent on the team adhering …

Chargers interview Jim Harbaugh on Monday
11 months, 1 week ago

Chargers interview Jim Harbaugh on Monday

New York Times  

By Dianna Russini, Austin Meek and Daniel Popper Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh interviewed with the Chargers on Monday, Los Angeles announced. At Saturday’s championship parade, Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel led a standing ovation for Harbaugh and told the crowd in Ann Arbor, “I am working on getting this man a new contract. — Daniel Popper, Chargers beat writer Other …

Chargers expected to meet with Jim Harbaugh for head coaching job
11 months, 1 week ago

Chargers expected to meet with Jim Harbaugh for head coaching job

LA Times  

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh is expected to interview with the Chargers this coming week regarding their head coaching position. The team has interviewed two internal candidates in Giff Smith, who finished the season as the interim head coach, and Kellen Moore, the Chargers’ offensive coordinator. Four external candidates — Baltimore defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald, San Francisco defensive coordinator Steve Wilks, …

Jim Harbaugh to the Chargers? Why it makes sense, which GM pairings could work
11 months, 1 week ago

Jim Harbaugh to the Chargers? Why it makes sense, which GM pairings could work

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Chargers are now firmly in their head coach and general manager searches. As president of football operations John Spanos said last month: “I do think there’s value in previous head coach experience. As The Athletic’s Matt Barrows reported recently, there are those around the league who believe Harbaugh could see similarities between this Chargers team and the …

Adjusting to new coaching staff among biggest training camp questions for Chargers
3 years, 4 months ago

Adjusting to new coaching staff among biggest training camp questions for Chargers

LA Times  

Brandon Staley has spent his first six months as Chargers head coach building relationships, one of the most often mentioned principles of his program. Under Staley and a new staff — only two assistants remain from last season — the Chargers are transforming both the offense and the defense in an attempt to better take advantage of a roster considered …

Chargers GM Tom Telesco admits team a mystery until season starts
4 years, 3 months ago

Chargers GM Tom Telesco admits team a mystery until season starts

LA Times  

The Chargers reported for coronavirus testing in late July, trained throughout August and now will reach the second week of September with a great deal of certainty. “As we all start playing real games … we’re going to really see what we have,” general manager Tom Telesco said Sunday. … We do think there’s some talent, maybe young talent, but …

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