Appears doubtful J.C. Jackson will play in Chargers’ opener vs. Raiders
2 years, 3 months ago

Appears doubtful J.C. Jackson will play in Chargers’ opener vs. Raiders

LA Times  

Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson has not been able to practice as he recovers from ankle surgery. After not practicing all week, J.C. Jackson was officially designated as doubtful for the Chargers’ season-opener Sunday against Las Vegas. Then, we’ll see what happens.” Jackson’s absence would leave Michael Davis and Asante Samuel Jr. as the team’s top outside cornerbacks, with Bryce Callahan in the slot. Also doubtful for the Chargers is backup tight end Donald Parham Jr., who didn’t practice all week because of a hamstring issue. The team added linebacker Drue Tranquill to its injury report Friday because of a back problem that Staley said surfaced at the end of Thursday’s practice.

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With J.C. Jackson gone, Chargers have settled on a starting secondary: What it means
1 year, 2 months ago

With J.C. Jackson gone, Chargers have settled on a starting secondary: What it means

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Monday Night Football featuring the Chargers vs Jets. “We wanted it to work,” said safety Derwin James Jr., who first started recruiting Jackson to Los Angeles at the 2022 Pro Bowl. And that is because, with Jackson now off the roster, the Chargers have settled firmly on their secondary grouping moving forward: Asante Samuel …

Chargers trade J.C. Jackson to Patriots, sending him back to where his career began, AP source says
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers trade J.C. Jackson to Patriots, sending him back to where his career began, AP source says

Associated Press  

— The Chargers are trading cornerback J.C. Jackson to the Patriots, sending him back to where he began his career, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. Jackson has struggled during his short time in Los Angeles since signing a five-year, $82.5 million contract last year. “When he does get back in the building it will be exciting.” …

J.C. Jackson traded to Patriots, ending a bumpy tenure with Chargers
1 year, 2 months ago

J.C. Jackson traded to Patriots, ending a bumpy tenure with Chargers

LA Times  

Cornerback J.C. Jackson played only seven games over two seasons with the Chargers. But Jackson never seemed to fit in with the Chargers or head coach Brandon Staley’s defensive scheme, his problems beginning when he missed the start of last season because of a foot injury. Particularly given the opposition, it would have been difficult to concoct a more damning …

J.C. Jackson says he expects to face Raiders, but what are Chargers’ expectations?
1 year, 2 months ago

J.C. Jackson says he expects to face Raiders, but what are Chargers’ expectations?

LA Times  

Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson celebrates his interception against Miami in the season opener. “I expect to play.” Asked if he had been told anything specifically by Staley or a member of the staff, Jackson said, “The coach asked me how do I feel about playing this week and I told him, ‘I’ll be ready. I’ll be ready to go.’ ” …

Chargers-Vikings takeaways: J.C. Jackson benched before warrant issued for his arrest
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers-Vikings takeaways: J.C. Jackson benched before warrant issued for his arrest

LA Times  

Brandon Staley’s major decisions Sunday didn’t begin with the fourth-down call in the game’s final two minutes. “We felt like this was the right group for this game.” In advance of Sunday, Staley suggested Jackson, Michael Davis and Asante Samuel Jr. would be used in a rotation until the Chargers could determine their best pairing at outside corner. Asked specifically …

Despite first pick, Chargers’ J.C. Jackson blundered vs. Miami: ‘Bad mistake by me’
1 year, 3 months ago

Despite first pick, Chargers’ J.C. Jackson blundered vs. Miami: ‘Bad mistake by me’

LA Times  

He surrendered only three receptions, but two went for 35 yards and the other for 29. Add J.C. Jackson’s pass-interference penalty late in the first half, and Sunday was a rocky return for the Chargers cornerback. On Wednesday, in his first public comments since his team’s season-opening 36-34 loss to Miami, Jackson took responsibility for his most glaring error, the …

Chargers’ J.C. Jackson will test his improving knee in Saints scrimmages
1 year, 4 months ago

Chargers’ J.C. Jackson will test his improving knee in Saints scrimmages

LA Times  

J.C. Jackson said he expects to participate Thursday when the Chargers conduct a joint practice with the New Orleans Saints in Costa Mesa. … I can’t wait till they get here.” Entering his second year with the team, Jackson’s availability is a vital component for a defense looking to improve. Jackson would man the outside cornerback spot opposite Michael Davis, …

Chargers training camp: J.C. Jackson back on track, defense doesn’t allow go-ahead TD
1 year, 4 months ago

Chargers training camp: J.C. Jackson back on track, defense doesn’t allow go-ahead TD

New York Times  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — The Los Angeles Chargers held their 13th practice of training camp Monday at Jack R. Hammett Sports Complex. In Monday’s practice, Jackson participated in the seven-on-seven period and the first 11-on-11 period, which was running-game focused. Jackson was then out for one 11-on-11 period before participating fully in the Chargers’ extended situational 11-on-11 period. We’re just …

J.C. Jackson on lost time with Chargers: ‘I still gotta prove ... I’m still Mr. INT’
1 year, 6 months ago

J.C. Jackson on lost time with Chargers: ‘I still gotta prove ... I’m still Mr. INT’

LA Times  

Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson is taken by cart off the field after injuring his knee against the Seattle Seahawks in October. J.C. Jackson said Tuesday he hopes to be ready for the start of Chargers training camp as he continues to work his way back from a ruptured patellar tendon. INT.’ I didn’t do last year.” Jackson was the Chargers’ …

Chargers vs. Jacksonville Jaguars matchups, how to watch and prediction
1 year, 11 months ago

Chargers vs. Jacksonville Jaguars matchups, how to watch and prediction

LA Times  

Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams will not play Saturday against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Chargers lost wide receiver Mike Williams to a back injury last weekend in Denver, costing them their only deep threat to test a Jacksonville pass defense that hasn’t been good this season. There would seem to be little chance of the Chargers winning Saturday night unless …

Chargers CB J.C. Jackson booked for ‘non-violent family issue,’ sheriff’s office says
2 years ago

Chargers CB J.C. Jackson booked for ‘non-violent family issue,’ sheriff’s office says

New York Times  

Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson was booked at the Bristol County Jail and House of Correction in North Dartmouth, Mass. for a “non-violent family issue,” according to a spokesman from the Bristol County Sheriff’s Office. Here’s what you need to know: The Chargers released a statement saying they “are aware of media reports” about Jackson’s booking and are continuing to gather …

Road to recovery for Chargers’ J.C. Jackson could be a long and difficult one
2 years, 2 months ago

Road to recovery for Chargers’ J.C. Jackson could be a long and difficult one

LA Times  

Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson reacts to an injury during the first half against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday at SoFi Stadium. Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson has faced difficult situations before, including criminal charges that cost him a scholarship at Florida and going undrafted out of Maryland in 2018. “On the spectrum of these kinds of injuries, it’s on the not-so-good …

Healthy dose of reality for injured Chargers: They're mediocre
2 years, 2 months ago

Healthy dose of reality for injured Chargers: They're mediocre

LA Times  

Seahawks tight end Colby Parkinson identifies the penalty culprit, Chargers safety Derwin James Jr., who is flagged for pass interference in the second half. They can’t keep their key players on the field, as cornerback J.C. Jackson and receiver Mike Williams became the latest players to go down, with coach Brandon Staley calling Jackson’s right knee injury “significant.” The NFL …

J.C. Jackson and Mike Williams injured as Seahawks halt Chargers’ winning streak
2 years, 2 months ago

J.C. Jackson and Mike Williams injured as Seahawks halt Chargers’ winning streak

LA Times  

He hobbled out of the locker room Sunday on an ankle that had been screaming at him since a tackle late in the fourth quarter. Along with a football game, the Chargers also lost cornerback J.C. Jackson to a knee injury that coach Brandon Staley called “significant” and wide receiver Mike Williams to an ankle injury of unknown severity pending …

Brandon Staley says Chargers are still in J.C. Jackson’s corner as their starter
2 years, 2 months ago

Brandon Staley says Chargers are still in J.C. Jackson’s corner as their starter

LA Times  

Kansas City Chiefs receiver Justin Watson catches a touchdown pass as Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson is too late to defend. But Staley, reiterating that patience is a necessity in Jackson’s situation, said he remains committed to getting the 2021 Pro Bowler “in a comfort zone.” “We expect him to be out there this week and playing his brand of ball,” …

Why J.C. Jackson has struggled to get his ‘swag back’: Chargers notebook
2 years, 2 months ago

Why J.C. Jackson has struggled to get his ‘swag back’: Chargers notebook

New York Times  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — The Chargers will face the Broncos in a Week 6 Monday night showdown at SoFi Stadium. Amari Cooper cooked J.C. Jackson 👨‍🍳 pic.twitter.com/fTzF5lcVxE — PFF October 9, 2022 “It’s still not where I want to be,” Jackson said this week. “It’s more of getting that confidence back, that swag back,” Jackson said. “Once I get my …

Chargers explain why J.C. Jackson said he needed ankle surgery now
2 years, 4 months ago

Chargers explain why J.C. Jackson said he needed ankle surgery now

LA Times  

Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson didn’t want an ankle injury to deter him all season so he opted for surgery. “He just felt like, if we can get this thing done,” Chargers coach Brandon Staley said, “that he’s going to be full speed and there’s no turning back.” The Chargers expect Jackson to return to the field in two to four …

Why won’t Chargers’ Justin Herbert throw to J.C. Jackson’s corner of field?
2 years, 4 months ago

Why won’t Chargers’ Justin Herbert throw to J.C. Jackson’s corner of field?

LA Times  

New Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson has made his presence felt even during training camp. Through eight training-camp practices, there has been plenty to observe about Justin Herbert, the Chargers’ Pro Bowl quarterback entering his third season with near-limitless expectations. “I don’t know if he’s afraid or what, but Herbert hasn’t thrown to my side yet.” Jackson laughed after sharing his …

Chargers bolster defense with top free agent corner J.C. Jackson, two linemen
2 years, 9 months ago

Chargers bolster defense with top free agent corner J.C. Jackson, two linemen

LA Times  

New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson scores on an interception return against the Carolina Panthers in November. They agreed to terms with cornerback J.C. Jackson and interior linemen Sebastian Joseph-Day and Austin Johnson, bolstering a defense that sagged at times in 2021. Chargers NFL free agency: Chargers need to put money where their defense is With free agency looming, Chargers …

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