Chargers safety Nasir Adderley, just 25, announces he’s done with football
1 year, 9 months ago

Chargers safety Nasir Adderley, just 25, announces he’s done with football

LA Times  

Chargers celebrate an interception by safety Nasir Adderley, center, against the Tennessee Titans in December. Nasir Adderley, a 2019 second-round pick who started the last three seasons for the Chargers, announced his retirement Thursday on social media. “I believe I have yet to scratch the surface of the player I could be,” he wrote, “but if it’s at the expense of my peace of mind then it’s no longer for me.” The Chargers took Adderley with the 60th overall pick four years ago. Chargers Chargers re-signing key piece of defensive front in tackle Morgan Fox Injuries meant more snaps for Morgan Fox last season, and the defensive tackle responded with a career-high 6½ sacks.

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Chargers shore up quarterback room via a trade with the Falcons
4 months, 2 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 …

Chargers roster breakdown: Only two quarterbacks kept on 53-man roster
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers roster breakdown: Only two quarterbacks kept on 53-man roster

LA Times  

Once considered to be battling Easton Stick for the No. Perez was signed midway through the camp to compete for the backup quarterback role while Justin Herbert was recovering from an injury but didn’t see the field in the preseason finale despite splitting snaps with Easton Stick throughout camp. Patterson carried a heavy workload throughout the preseason as he sought …

Is bringing back Denzel Perryman the answer for Chargers’ run defense?
9 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Only certainty for players on dismantling Chargers: No playoffs with Denver, K.C. next
1 year ago

Only certainty for players on dismantling Chargers: No playoffs with Denver, K.C. next

LA Times  

They make good, often great, money — some in the millions and millions — and their livelihood is playing a game. “It’s a strange life to live,” Chargers tight end Gerald Everett said. Even the veterans signed beyond this year — including Khalil Mack, Joey Bosa, Keenan Allen, Mike Williams and Eric Kendricks — face uncertainty as the Chargers’ new …

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 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 …

Chargers put Corey Linsley on injured list for ‘non-emergent heart-related issue’
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers put Corey Linsley on injured list for ‘non-emergent heart-related issue’

LA Times  

Chargers center Corey Linsley will not be protecting quarterback Justin Herbert for at least four weeks. The Chargers placed Corey Linsley on the injured reserve/non-football illness list Saturday as the center deals with what the team termed “a non-emergent heart-related issue.” Linsley is in good spirits and will continue to undergo tests, the Chargers said Friday, stressing that the situation …

Chargers’ Corey Linsley placed on NFI list with non-emergent heart-related issue
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers’ Corey Linsley placed on NFI list with non-emergent heart-related issue

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Chargers vs Cowboys on Monday Night Football. COSTA MESA, Calif. — The Los Angeles Chargers placed Corey Linsley on the non-football illness list on Saturday as the center deals with a non-emergent heart-related medical issue, the team announced. Linsley will continue working with Chargers doctors and meeting with outside specialists in the coming days …

Chargers’ Mike Williams tore his left ACL during Sunday’s win, MRI reveals
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers’ Mike Williams tore his left ACL during Sunday’s win, MRI reveals

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams will miss the rest of the season after suffering a torn ACL in his left knee. I mean, it was a huge performance but probably would have ended up even bigger.” Williams suffered the injury late in the third quarter of Sunday’s 28-24 win over the Minnesota Vikings. Williams missed four regular-season games …

Chargers’ Mike Williams out for rest of season with torn ACL
1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers’ Mike Williams out for rest of season with torn ACL

LA Times  

Wide receiver Mike Williams is helped off the field after suffering a left knee injury during the Chargers’ win over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. The Chargers will be without wide receiver Mike Williams for the reminder of the season because of a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. Now, he’s going to get a bigger opportunity.” Johnston …

How Chargers will move forward after losing Mike Williams to ACL tear
1 year, 3 months ago

How Chargers will move forward after losing Mike Williams to ACL tear

New York Times  

It is Monday following Week 3. “We’re going to know more in the next 48 hours for his ability to practice Wednesday,” Staley said of James. GO DEEPER How the Chargers, Brandon Staley avoided rock bottom with 'wild' win over Vikings Williams’ ACL tear is the most concerning of the bunch, as he will sidelined for the rest for the …

How Chargers’ Asante Samuel Jr. carved out his Star role in Brandon Staley’s defense
1 year, 4 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 …

Chargers assistant Chris Beatty keeps developing receivers, looking for opportunities
1 year, 5 months ago

Chargers assistant Chris Beatty keeps developing receivers, looking for opportunities

New York Times  

During the 2021 offseason, Chris Beatty sat Mike Williams down and gave the No. After more than two decades coaching high school and college football, Beatty had recently achieved his longtime goal of reaching the NFL, joining Brandon Staley’s Chargers staff as the receivers coach. “If you do what I ask you to do, you’re going to get 80 catches, …

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. …

Chargers give running back Austin Ekeler permission to seek a trade
1 year, 9 months ago

Chargers give running back Austin Ekeler permission to seek a trade

LA Times  

Chargers running back Austin Ekeler stands on the sideline during a game against the Las Vegas Raiders in September. Frustrated by the pace of talks on an extension, the agent for running back Austin Ekeler has been given permission by the Chargers to speak to other teams about trade options. This month, three running backs — Tony Pollard, Josh Jacobs …

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 …

Takeaways: Reunited, Mike Williams and Keenan Allen make Chargers feel so good vs. Miami
2 years ago

Takeaways: Reunited, Mike Williams and Keenan Allen make Chargers feel so good vs. Miami

LA Times  

The Chargers’ Mike Williams makes a catch between the Dolphins’ Xavien Howard and Jevon Holland on Sunday night. Sunday marked the first time this season that the Chargers started and ended a game with both Williams and Keenan Allen — their top two wide receivers — healthy. “I just wanted to be available the whole game for my team,” he …

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 …

How Chargers safety Nasir Adderley came back stronger after benching
2 years, 2 months ago

How Chargers safety Nasir Adderley came back stronger after benching

New York Times  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — The Chargers host the Seahawks on Sunday at SoFi Stadium. “He’s not going to miss this one.” GO DEEPER Film room: Chargers' J.C. Jackson struggles to fit into Brandon Staley's scheme Kicker Dustin Hopkins, running back Joshua Kelley, tight end Donald Parham Jr. and wide receiver Joshua Palmer have been ruled out. But, as defensive coordinator …

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,” …

Keenan Allen’s tweet turns Chargers talk to coach Brandon Staley’s decision again
2 years, 3 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 …

With safety Derwin James on sideline, Nasir Adderley showing he’s a take Chargers guy
2 years, 5 months ago

With safety Derwin James on sideline, Nasir Adderley showing he’s a take Chargers guy

LA Times  

Nasir Adderley has had to work without fellow Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. on the practice field during training camp. “You ask for that, and I feel like he definitely earned that mantle, and he’s earning it in camp here.” Defensive coordinator Renaldo Hill praised Adderley for his development, saying the safety has played with more composure during training camp …

Another former Ram, Troy Reeder, is part of Chargers’ scheme to rebuild defense
2 years, 8 months ago

Another former Ram, Troy Reeder, is part of Chargers’ scheme to rebuild defense

LA Times  

New Chargers linebacker Troy Reeder speaks during a news conference Monday. The linebacker reunited with his former defensive coordinator with the Rams by signing as a free agent last week, Reeder joining the Chargers already comfortable with the verbiage, concepts and techniques of Staley’s system. “There’s always a comfort aspect to it.” Chargers Chargers’ Donald Parham Jr. on injury: ‘A …

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 …

NFL free agency: Chargers need to put money where their defense is
2 years, 9 months ago

NFL free agency: Chargers need to put money where their defense is

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley had some headaches with his defense last season. In January, coach Brandon Staley talked about the Chargers’ 2021 defensive problems by noting the attrition the team experienced “up front at the point of attack and in the secondary.” Then, at the NFL scouting combine this month, Staley made a point to mention two areas that need …

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 …

Why the Chargers aren’t worried about Keenan Allen’s pass-catching woes
3 years, 2 months ago

Why the Chargers aren’t worried about Keenan Allen’s pass-catching woes

LA Times  

Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen runs onto the field before a loss to the New England Patriots on Sunday. Considering those types of numbers, coach Brandon Staley tempered any concerns about Keenan Allen, the normally reliable Chargers wide receiver who entered Week 9 tied for second in the NFL with six drops. “So I see it more as an aberration.” …

Chargers move to strengthen defense by adding corner Trey Marshall, lineman Eric Banks
3 years, 4 months ago

Chargers move to strengthen defense by adding corner Trey Marshall, lineman Eric Banks

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley believes that former Denver Broncos defensive back Trey Marshall fits his team’s mold for the defensive backfield. The Chargers’ initial 53-man roster lasted one day before changes were made, the team claiming safety Trey Marshall and defensive lineman Eric Banks off waivers Wednesday. Watching him in the preseason this year, he was outstanding.” Chargers coach Brandon …

Chargers welcome free safety Derwin James’ return on first day of minicamp
3 years, 7 months ago

Chargers welcome free safety Derwin James’ return on first day of minicamp

LA Times  

Dressed in shorts and without a helmet, Derwin James still experienced one of his most significant practices as a professional football player Monday. It felt amazing today.” After a standout rookie year, James appeared in only five of the Chargers’ last 32 games because of major injuries sustained in each of the past two training camps. The Chargers’ medical staff …

Former Chargers center Dan Feeney agrees to New York Jets deal
3 years, 9 months ago

Former Chargers center Dan Feeney agrees to New York Jets deal

LA Times  

Lineman Dan Feeney started the last 59 games for the Chargers. The turnover along the offensive front for the Chargers continued Thursday when Dan Feeney agreed to a one-year contract with the New York Jets. Feeney, 26, was unlikely to return to the Chargers because as general manager Tom Telesco has committed to rebuilding the group assigned to protect young …

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 …

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 …

Mike Williams intercepts Keenan Allen’s job as Chargers defender against Hail Mary pass
4 years ago

Mike Williams intercepts Keenan Allen’s job as Chargers defender against Hail Mary pass

LA Times  

Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams intercepts a pass by Drew Lock in the end zone to preserve a victory over the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Chargers coach Anthony Lynn admitted Monday that, had there been the normal schedule of four exhibition games, the team’s quarterbacking situation might have been impacted. While saying Herbert “did fine,” Lynn also said the rookie …

NFL draft: Chargers’ rebuilt line still needs help at left tackle
4 years, 8 months ago

NFL draft: Chargers’ rebuilt line still needs help at left tackle

LA Times  

Right tackle Bryan Bulaga agreed to terms with the Chargers on March 17. Now, there’s a very real chance the Chargers will open this season with four different offensive linemen from the five who started the finale last season. So far, they’ve acquired right tackle Bryan Bulaga and right guard Trai Turner, while trading away left tackle Russell Okung. No …

Chargers counting on Nick Vigil to spearhead their efforts at linebacker
4 years, 9 months ago

Chargers counting on Nick Vigil to spearhead their efforts at linebacker

LA Times  

Former Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Nick Vigil is expected to play a key role in the Chargers’ linebacker corps this season. He was the Chargers’ biggest free-agent signing of 2019, Thomas Davis arriving after 14 years and three Pro Bowl selections with Carolina. Nick Vigil will join coordinator Gus Bradley’s defense after four seasons in Cincinnati, where he started all 16 …

Chargers bolster secondary by agreeing to deal with cornerback Chris Harris
4 years, 9 months ago

Chargers bolster secondary by agreeing to deal with cornerback Chris Harris

LA Times  

Former Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris agreed to a deal with the Chargers on Wednesday. Allen, the team’s reigning Pro Bowl receiver, immediately endorsed the addition on social media and welcomed Harris as his “brother.” That was quite a different tone from the one Allen struck during the 2019 season when, after struggling against Harris and the Denver Broncos, he …

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