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

Chargers GM Tom Telesco expects Joey Bosa to show for camp

LA Times  

The Chargers’ veterans are scheduled to report Tuesday and general manager Tom Telesco said he has been given no reason to think Joey Bosa won’t be among them. “Nobody’s called me about anything,” Telesco answered Monday when asked if he’s heard from Bosa’s agent. Bosa held out before his rookie season and didn’t report until late August because of a dispute involving his signing bonus and the offset language in his contract. That’s not a concern right now.” Instead, pending an appearance by Bosa this week, the Chargers are focused on prepping for the 2020 season and doing so safely.

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Chargers appear playoff-bound, but loss to Tampa could mean they’re bound for disaster
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Chargers appear playoff-bound, but loss to Tampa could mean they’re bound for disaster

LA Times  

Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa and safety Tony Jefferson show their frustration during their loss to Tampa Bay. “Surprising isn’t the word,” Chargers defensive lineman Morgan Fox said of the torching. Chargers Chargers takeaways: Thursday matchup with Broncos critical after loss to Buccaneers The Chargers’ pride and bodies were hurt in a blowout loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which makes …

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

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

LA Times  

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

Chargers shore up quarterback room via a trade with the Falcons
4 months, 1 week 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 …

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

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

LA Times  

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

Roster spots are on the line as Chargers close preseason in Dallas
4 months, 2 weeks 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 declare two defensive stars will be ready for season opener
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers declare two defensive stars will be ready for season opener

LA Times  

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

Camp takeaways: Chargers’ defense getting up to speed
5 months, 2 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
5 months, 2 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 …

Khalil Mack and Joey Bosa believe in Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Khalil Mack and Joey Bosa believe in Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers

LA Times  

Khalil Mack, left, and Joey Bosa weren’t together on the field enough last season. That’s how strongly Khalil Mack and Joey Bosa said they believe in the direction of a franchise being guided by coach Jim Harbaugh. Mack talked about the promise that could be found in the close losses the Chargers experienced last year, explaining that “watching the game …

NFL 2024 schedule: Chargers’ first year with Jim Harbaugh features three prime-time games
7 months, 3 weeks ago

NFL 2024 schedule: Chargers’ first year with Jim Harbaugh features three prime-time games

LA Times  

Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh speaks during his introductory news conference at YouTube Theater in Inglewood on Feb. 1. The Chargers will face Las Vegas at 1:05 p.m. Sept. 8, the NFL announced Wednesday with its full schedule release. Oct. 13, at Denver, 1:05 p.m. : Ten of the past 11 times the Chargers have played on the road against …

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

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

LA Times  

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

Foot sprain likely to send Chargers’ Joey Bosa to injured reserve, return uncertain
1 year, 1 month ago

Foot sprain likely to send Chargers’ Joey Bosa to injured reserve, return uncertain

LA Times  

Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa walks with a boot and crutches on the sideline. Chargers’ edge rusher Joey Bosa “likely” is headed to the injured reserve list because of a right foot sprain, head coach Brandon Staley said Monday. Asked specifically if Bosa would be back in 2023, Staley said the answer is “to be determined.” The news arrived after the …

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

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

Associated Press  

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

Chargers’ Joey Bosa makes powerful statement by adding weight, losing hair
1 year, 5 months ago

Chargers’ Joey Bosa makes powerful statement by adding weight, losing hair

LA Times  

Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa, who typically sports long hair, has a new look this summer. The other can be summed up by Bosa — in reference to his soon-to-be shaven head — predicting: “I’ll be like a little tennis ball.” The Chargers’ goals for this season include improvement in running the ball and stopping the run. I hope that trickles …

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

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

LA Times  

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

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

Joey Bosa expected to come off IR before Chargers face Rams

Associated Press  

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

Chargers GM Tom Telesco won’t be drafted into free-agency talk at NFL combine
2 years, 10 months ago

Chargers GM Tom Telesco won’t be drafted into free-agency talk at NFL combine

LA Times  

General manager Tom Telesco was tight-lipped about the Chargers’ future during a new conference at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis. Telesco used a variation of, “I just won’t have a comment on contract plans right now,” repeatedly Tuesday when asked about Williams and others at the NFL scouting combine. Asked specifically whether he would prefer to go the latter …

GM Tom Telesco surprised the Chargers’ defense wasn’t better
2 years, 11 months ago

GM Tom Telesco surprised the Chargers’ defense wasn’t better

LA Times  

Chargers safety Derwin James hugs Lucius Jordan, assistant strength coach, as coach Brandon Staley and general manager Tom Telesco look on. “Our first priority is to reward our own.” — Tom Telesco, Chargers general manager, on adjusting roster “We’ll see how things play out,” Telesco said. The Chargers have the third-most cap space available in the league, according to overthecap.com, …

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

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

LA Times  

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

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

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

LA Times  

Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa had four tackles and a sack against Washington in the season opener. Elliott, the Cowboys’ three-time Pro Bowl running back, told reporters in Texas on Wednesday that he and Bosa were not exactly tidy during their college days. Chargers X marks the Chargers’ spot for Mike Williams’ good start The Chargers’ new offense has put …

Adjusting to new coaching staff among biggest training camp questions for Chargers
3 years, 5 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 …

With nine Chargers draft picks, GM Tom Telesco’s work is no day at the beach
3 years, 8 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 GM Tom Telesco won’t lay it on line as far as restocking for 2021
3 years, 10 months ago

Chargers GM Tom Telesco won’t lay it on line as far as restocking for 2021

LA Times  

The Chargers have nine selections in the upcoming NFL draft, and the prevailing joke is they could pick an offensive lineman with each one. … I don’t know if we’re, you know, just a better offensive line away from winning a championship.” Still, among the things Telesco said the Chargers must do better in 2021 is run with more efficiency. …

Chargers’ Gus Bradley isn’t trying to think about uncertain future
4 years ago

Chargers’ Gus Bradley isn’t trying to think about uncertain future

LA Times  

Chargers defensive coordinator Gus Bradley, right, stands next to coach Anthony Lynn during a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in December 2019. If this group can be healthy and stay healthy, I really feel like the arrow’s up.” Bradley’s unit has played all season without 2018 All-Pro safety Derwin James, who hurt his knee in August. Chargers defensive end Joey …

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

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

LA Times  

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

Chargers GM Tom Telesco admits team a mystery until season starts
4 years, 4 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 …

Melvin Ingram sitting out Chargers practice over salary and Joey Bosa supports him
4 years, 4 months ago

Melvin Ingram sitting out Chargers practice over salary and Joey Bosa supports him

LA Times  

The Chargers avoided a potential distraction when they re-signed one of their Pro Bowl defensive ends this month. Melvin Ingram attended the team’s second padded practice of training camp Tuesday in Costa Mesa but again did not participate in drills. “We’ve talked a little bit and all I have to say is I’m going to support him,” said Joey Bosa, …

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

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

LA Times  

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

Finding chemistry between quarterback and receiver will be a challenge for Chargers
4 years, 7 months ago

Finding chemistry between quarterback and receiver will be a challenge for Chargers

LA Times  

Chargers running back Austin Ekeler had 92 receptions last season, but only one came on a pass from Tyrod Taylor, who is scheduled to be the starter in 2020. “If it were like last year when it was basically the same team, it would be a little bit easier,” running back Austin Ekeler said Wednesday on a media conference call. …

Chargers bolster offensive line but can’t land Tom Brady
4 years, 9 months ago

Chargers bolster offensive line but can’t land Tom Brady

LA Times  

The day the Chargers made a significant addition to their offense instead will be remembered as the day they didn’t add Tom Brady. Along with missing 14 games last season because of his Lisfranc injury, Newton was out for the final two games in 2018 after hurting his shoulder, another injury that required surgery. The Chargers also are hoping center …

Chargers ready for one final scene in Oakland against Raiders before they move
5 years, 2 months ago

Chargers ready for one final scene in Oakland against Raiders before they move

LA Times  

The Chargers can recall being showered by debris, doused with beer and enveloped by the wafting smell of weed. “It’ll be awesome,” Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers said. “I think I can talk Shane into more than 11 attempts on Thursday.” This will be Rivers’ 14th career start in a facility that — during his time in the NFL — has …

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

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

LA Times  

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

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