Chargers GM search: 16 candidates to replace Tom Telesco
1 year ago

Chargers GM search: 16 candidates to replace Tom Telesco

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Chargers fired general manager Tom Telesco on Friday morning after 11 seasons. He spent his first four seasons as vice president of player personnel before being promoted to assistant general manager in 2022. GO DEEPER Cowboys VP of player personnel Will McClay found success in keeping up with the Joneses Ray Agnew, Detroit Lions assistant general manager Lions general manager Brad Holmes has shepherded one of the most impressive rebuilds in recent NFL history over his three seasons in Detroit. Catherine Raîche, Cleveland Browns assistant general manager and vice president of football operations Raîche got her start in football in the CFL with the Montreal Alouettes in 2015 as the organization’s coordinator of football administration. Alec Halaby, Philadelphia Eagles assistant general manager Halaby was promoted to assistant GM in 2022 after spending the previous six seasons as the Eagles’ VP of football operations and strategy.

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Despite questions at receiver, cornerback, Chargers stand firm at NFL trade deadline
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

NaVorro Bowman is transitioning from All-Pro linebacker to Chargers assistant coach
6 months, 4 weeks ago

NaVorro Bowman is transitioning from All-Pro linebacker to Chargers assistant coach

Associated Press  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — NaVorro Bowman was able to see as a player how quickly Jim Harbaugh could turn a team into a Super Bowl contender. “Being able to understand message and get his nod, his approval on how I played, it’s my job to get guys to play that way and do the things that he expects us to …

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. …

Falcons’ Raheem Morris hires Kevin Koger from Chargers as tight ends coach
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Falcons’ Raheem Morris hires Kevin Koger from Chargers as tight ends coach

Associated Press  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Atlanta Falcons coach Raheem Morris is continuing to fill out his staff, hiring former Los Angeles Chargers assistant Kevin Koger as tight ends coach on Friday. Morris, the former Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator who was hired on Jan. 25 to replace Arthur Smith, also added former Rams assistant Nick Jones as assistant offensive line coach, …

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 …

Joe Hortiz agrees to terms to become Los Angeles Chargers general manager
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Joe Hortiz agrees to terms to become Los Angeles Chargers general manager

Associated Press  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Joe Hortiz is going from assembling talent for John Harbaugh to leading the football operations with Jim Harbaugh. Hortiz has agreed to terms to become the Los Angeles Chargers general manager. “Joe is one of the most respected player evaluators and personnel minds in the league whose contributions to the Ravens front office over the past …

Chargers hire former Ravens executive Joe Hortiz as general manager
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Chargers hire former Ravens executive Joe Hortiz as general manager

LA Times  

The Chargers completed their second-most anticipated search of the offseason, hiring Joe Hortiz, the Baltimore Ravens’ director of player personnel, as their new general manager, the team announced Tuesday morning. Then of course, having known the Harbaugh family for all these years and the chance to continue that special relationship in this new role, I truly could not be more …

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 expected to interview Jim Harbaugh a second time; another GM candidate seen
11 months ago

Chargers expected to interview Jim Harbaugh a second time; another GM candidate seen

LA Times  

The Chargers are expected to meet with Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh for a second time regarding their head coaching position. The Chargers are expected to meet with Jim Harbaugh a second time regarding their head coaching position, according to someone familiar with the situation who was not authorized to speak publicly and requested anonymity. The Chargers are seeking replacements for …

Chargers interview Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris for coaching job
11 months ago

Chargers interview Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris for coaching job

LA Times  

Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris interviewed for the Chargers head coaching job, the Chargers announced Saturday. The Chargers announced Saturday they completed head coaching interviews with Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. Chargers Chargers interview two more candidates for vacant general manager job The Chargers have interviewed seven candidates to …

Chargers interview David Shaw, Mike Vrabel and Dan Quinn for coaching job
11 months ago

Chargers interview David Shaw, Mike Vrabel and Dan Quinn for coaching job

LA Times  

Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn laughs before a win over the Detroit Lions on Dec. 30. The Chargers added three experienced head coaches to the list of candidates to replace Brandon Staley on Thursday and Friday, interviewing David Shaw, Mike Vrabel and Dan Quinn. Before being promoted to head coach, Shaw spent four years as the Cardinal’s offensive coordinator, …

Chargers interview two more candidates for vacant general manager job
11 months ago

Chargers interview two more candidates for vacant general manager job

LA Times  

Jeff Ireland, who is the assistant general manager for the Saints after spending six years as the GM for the Dolphins, interviewed for the Chargers’ GM job. The Chargers continued their search for a general manager Wednesday by interviewing Jeff Ireland and Ed Dodds, the team announced. Ireland, 53, is the assistant general manager/college personnel for the New Orleans Saints. …

Commanders feel they hired ‘the right leader’ in GM Adam Peters — and so does everyone else
11 months ago

Commanders feel they hired ‘the right leader’ in GM Adam Peters — and so does everyone else

New York Times  

ASHBURN, Va. — You weren’t going to find a negative word said about the Washington Commanders’ new general manager in this setting. “This is where I’m supposed to be, the general manager of the Washington Commanders,” said Peters, who turned down two interview requests last year. Peters gave a nod to the franchise’s three Super Bowl titles by emphasizing his …

Adam Peters takes over as Commanders GM. His first task is to hire a coach
11 months ago

Adam Peters takes over as Commanders GM. His first task is to hire a coach

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Adam Peters is already at work trying to find the next Washington Commanders coach, the first task for the team’s new general manager in what he believes is “not a total rebuild.” A group led by Peters and controlling owner Josh Harris is expected to hire a replacement for Ron Rivera within the next few weeks. Asked …

Commanders make it official, hire 49ers executive Adam Peters as general manager
11 months, 1 week ago

Commanders make it official, hire 49ers executive Adam Peters as general manager

Associated Press  

Adam Peters is the new general manager of the Washington Commanders, with the team making the hire agreed to last week official Monday. New ownership, after Harris’ group bought the Commanders from Dan Snyder last summer, the second pick in the draft and the most salary cap space in the NFL made it an attractive opening. “I am incredibly grateful …

Jim Harbaugh interviews with Los Angeles Chargers about head coach opening
11 months, 1 week ago

Jim Harbaugh interviews with Los Angeles Chargers about head coach opening

Associated Press  

Jim Harbaugh has interviewed with the Los Angeles Chargers for their head coaching vacancy, a week after he led the University of Michigan to a national title. Yee is known for his representation of another famous Michigan quarterback — seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady — but the Pasadena-based agent also represents Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton, who was the …

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 …

Leslie Frazier latest to interview for Chargers’ head coach; another GM interview too
11 months, 1 week ago

Leslie Frazier latest to interview for Chargers’ head coach; another GM interview too

LA Times  

Leslie Frazier, whose last job was defensive coordinator for the Buffalo Bills and was once head coach of the Minnesota Vikings, interviewed for the Chargers’ head-coach position. The Chargers continued their search for a head coach Sunday by interviewing Leslie Frazier. With 17 years of NFL experience, Frazier was head coach for Minnesota for three-plus seasons beginning in 2010, compiling …

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, …

Washington Commanders hiring 49ers executive Adam Peters as general manager, AP source says
11 months, 1 week ago

Washington Commanders hiring 49ers executive Adam Peters as general manager, AP source says

Associated Press  

The Washington Commanders have an agreement in place to hire San Francisco 49ers executive Adam Peters as their new general manager, according to a person with knowledge of the move. Peters’ time in San Francisco overlapped with longtime NBA executive Bob Myers building the Golden State Warriors into four-time champions. After 12 different quarterbacks started for Washington since the start …

Chargers interview an NFL offensive coordinator for head-coaching position
11 months, 1 week ago

Chargers interview an NFL offensive coordinator for head-coaching position

LA Times  

The Chargers announced Friday evening they interviewed Todd Monken for their head-coaching job. Monken, who turns 58 next month and has been in coaching for 3½ decades, is in his first season as Baltimore’s offensive coordinator. Since the Ravens are in the playoffs and don’t play until next week, the Chargers were able to interview Monken, doing so virtually. Monken …

Chargers conduct interviews with another candidate for GM and another for head coach
11 months, 1 week ago

Chargers conduct interviews with another candidate for GM and another for head coach

LA Times  

New York Giants assistant general manager Brandon Brown interviewed for the vacant general manager job with the Chargers. The Chargers announced Thursday they completed two more interviews — with Brandon Brown for the general manager position and with Patrick Graham for the head coaching job. Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham interviewed for the Chargers’ head coaching position. Shortly after firing …

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 …

Justin Herbert hopes to provide some input as Chargers begin search for coach, GM
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Justin Herbert hopes to provide some input as Chargers begin search for coach, GM

Associated Press  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — The Los Angeles Chargers started the year with expectations of making the playoffs for the second straight season after signing quarterback Justin Herbert to a $252.5 million extension on the first day of training camp. That’s on us this offseason where we have to do things differently.” This marked the fourth time since 2015 the Chargers …

Chargers interview Giff Smith, Kellen Moore for coaching job
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers interview Giff Smith, Kellen Moore for coaching job

LA Times  

Chargers offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, left, and interim coach Giff Smith walk the sideline during a game against the Denver Broncos on Dec. 31, 2023. The Chargers announced they interviewed internal candidates Giff Smith and Kellen Moore for their head coach opening Tuesday. Moore, 34, was the Chargers’ offensive coordinator in 2023, a position he held with Dallas the previous …

Chargers end miserable season in typical fashion, a loss to Chiefs in final seconds
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers end miserable season in typical fashion, a loss to Chiefs in final seconds

LA Times  

In the end, it was the Chiefs celebrating and the Chargers lamenting another defeat. “Just gotta let things happen as they may.” Harrison Butker’s 41-yard field goal with 49 seconds left was the difference on a day when all the Chargers’ points came on field goals by Cameron Dicker. I’m extremely grateful for that.” In early November, the Chargers were …

NFL roundtable: Rams have more than Saints’ chance; Who should Chargers hire?
1 year ago

NFL roundtable: Rams have more than Saints’ chance; Who should Chargers hire?

LA Times  

The Rams moved into an NFC playoff spot with their 28-20 win over the Washington Commanders. 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: As much as the healing of Matthew Stafford, Cooper Kupp and Kyren Williams has boosted the Rams …

Chargers’ John Spanos on firing Brandon Staley, ownership involvement and coach, GM searches
1 year ago

Chargers’ John Spanos on firing Brandon Staley, ownership involvement and coach, GM searches

New York Times  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Los Angeles Chargers president of football operations John Spanos met with local reporters Monday at the team facility. Because of my background, and I’m very fortunate that I’ve been able to work on the lowest level of the organization to where I am now, I think it helps me in working with people.” In a statement …

Chargers ownership insists money won’t be a limiting factor in coach and GM search
1 year ago

Chargers ownership insists money won’t be a limiting factor in coach and GM search

LA Times  

Chargers John Spanos has some vision for the future of the franchise. Saying, “I want to know where narratives come from,” the team’s president of football operations said he and his father — chairman Dean Spanos — are as committed to winning as they’ve ever been. “I mean, we’re always going to do what’s in the best interest of the …

After Chargers pick coach and GM, big decisions lie ahead on costly roster
1 year ago

After Chargers pick coach and GM, big decisions lie ahead on costly roster

LA Times  

Whoever takes over to lead the Chargers, they’ll be happy to have a healthy Justin Herbert under center. Soon enough, everyone would know just how badly the Chargers had miscalculated their potential, the fallout starting Friday morning with the firings of general manager Tom Telesco and coach Brandon Staley. The tweaked roster produced twisted results, the Chargers’ warped path to …

Chargers head coaching search: 13 candidates to replace Brandon Staley
1 year ago

Chargers head coaching search: 13 candidates to replace Brandon Staley

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Chargers fired Brandon Staley on Friday morning, and they are now in the market for a new head coach. GO DEEPER How Lions OC Ben Johnson stayed one step ahead of Chargers' Brandon Staley Ben Johnson, Detroit Lions offensive coordinator The Chargers got a firsthand look at Johnson’s offense in Week 10. GO DEEPER Inside the demise …

Chargers fire coach Brandon Staley, general manager Tom Telesco in midst of disappointing season
1 year ago

Chargers fire coach Brandon Staley, general manager Tom Telesco in midst of disappointing season

Associated Press  

Dean Spanos has decided he isn’t “All In” anymore on Brandon Staley and Tom Telesco leading the Los Angeles Chargers. The Chargers owner fired Staley as coach and Telesco as general manager Friday morning after one of the worst losses in franchise history. Los Angeles made the playoffs last season but is one of this year’s biggest disappointments at 5-9, …

News Analysis: Who might Chargers pursue to coach? Some familiar names are surfacing
1 year ago

News Analysis: Who might Chargers pursue to coach? Some familiar names are surfacing

LA Times  

So where do the Chargers go from here? A lot of people in NFL circles didn’t put much stock in the rumors that Tom Brady would wind up with the Chargers, or Sean Payton as coach, or now Bill Belichick coming to Los Angeles. Few coaches drive fan interest as much as Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh, who not only played for …

Chargers fire coach Brandon Staley, GM Tom Telesco; Giff Smith is interim coach
1 year ago

Chargers fire coach Brandon Staley, GM Tom Telesco; Giff Smith is interim coach

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley, left, and general manager Tom Telesco, right, were fired by team ownership on the morning after a 63-21 blowout loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. The Chargers fired general manager Tom Telesco and head coach Brandon Staley on Friday morning, hours after an ugly loss at Las Vegas dropped their record to 5-9. This was supposed …

Ranking NFL GMs by trade deadline aggression, while wondering why Chicago Bears rank at the top
1 year, 1 month ago

Ranking NFL GMs by trade deadline aggression, while wondering why Chicago Bears rank at the top

New York Times  

Cover 7 | Thursday A daily NFL destination that provides in-depth analysis of football’s biggest stories. Les Snead, Los Angeles Rams Average High Pick: 2.8 Season Player Acquired Pos Highest Pick GS 2019 Jalen Ramsey CB 1 56 2021 Von Miller DE 2 8 2018 Dante Fowler DE 3 20 2019 Austin Corbett G 5 40 Every player the Rams …

Chargers-Cowboys matchups: How to watch, matchups, prediction
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers-Cowboys matchups: How to watch, matchups, prediction

LA Times  

Chargers offensive coordinator Kellen Moore has Justin Herbert on his side when he faces his old team, the Dallas Cowboys. Justin Herbert is coming off a victory over Las Vegas but also a performance that saw him set single-game career lows in attempts, completions and passing yards. The Chargers beat the Raiders 24-17 despite not scoring on their final seven …

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 …

Chargers hire former Cowboys assistant Kellen Moore as offensive coordinator
1 year, 10 months ago

Chargers hire former Cowboys assistant Kellen Moore as offensive coordinator

New York Times  

Former Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator Kellen Moore is set to accept the same position with the Los Angeles Chargers, the franchise announced Monday. Backstory Moore spent the past four seasons as Dallas’ offensive coordinator and helped guide one of the NFL’s top offenses. — Popper GO DEEPER Why the Chargers hired Kellen Moore as OC and what it means for …

Chargers hire longtime NFL assistant Ryan Ficken as special teams coordinator
2 years, 10 months ago

Chargers hire longtime NFL assistant Ryan Ficken as special teams coordinator

LA Times  

The Chargers’ Dustin Hopkins kicks his game-winning field goal against the Philadelphia Eagles on Nov. 7. The Chargers have hired longtime NFL assistant Ryan Ficken to be their special teams coordinator. Ficken spent the last 15 years with Minnesota and was the Vikings’ special teams coordinator in 2021. A short time later, then-head coach Anthony Lynn took over special teams …

Bears interview Kelly, Browns exec Adofo-Mensah for GM job
2 years, 11 months ago

Bears interview Kelly, Browns exec Adofo-Mensah for GM job

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears interviewed front-office executive Champ Kelly and Cleveland Browns vice president of football operations Kwesi Adofo-Mensah for their general manager job Thursday. Kelly has worked for the Bears the past seven years, as director of pro scouting from 2015 to 2016 and director of player personnel since 2017. The Bears are looking for new …

With nine Chargers draft picks, GM Tom Telesco’s work is no day at the beach
3 years, 7 months ago

With nine Chargers draft picks, GM Tom Telesco’s work is no day at the beach

LA Times  

With nine draft picks, Chargers general manager Tom Telesco is going to have a busy three days. Asked about the differing approaches, Chargers general manager Tom Telesco grinned and referenced Rams coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead in a response that he explained was meant to be a compliment. I think we’ll probably just stay here in the …

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 …

Chargers head coach candidates: Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy
3 years, 11 months ago

Chargers head coach candidates: Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy

LA Times  

As the Chargers search for a new head coach to replace Anthony Lynn, The Times will examine candidates the team plans to interview. This is third in series of appraisals of the contenders, along with thoughts from NFL writer Sam Farmer: ERIC BIENIEMY Current job: Offensive coordinator Kansas City Chiefs Age: 51 Credentials: In three years as an NFL coordinator, …

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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