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The Los Angeles Chargers have had a monster offseason as they hope to make the playoffs in 2022. Most teams tend to focus on stacking the offense around an elite quarterback, however, Brandon Staley decided to do the same thing on the defensive side of the ball instead. Sounds like Derwin James was on Staley’s […]

The Los Angeles Chargers got better on both sides of the ball this offseason, bringing in two stud defenders in Khalil Mack and J.C. Jackson while retaining free agent wide receiver Mike Williams. Clearly, the franchise believes in quarterback Justin Herbert, as they have made it a priority to build the best possible team around […]

After firing right out of the gate to kick off NFL free agency, the Los Angeles Chargers are still a few moves away from having a well-rounded roster in 2022. With recent additions of Khalil Mack and J.C. Jackson and the re-signing Mike Williams, the Chargers have definitely had themselves a productive offseason. In spite […]

The NFL offseason has been arguably the craziest in league history. There have been ground-breaking trades and massive free agency signings, mostly in the AFC. The Las Vegas Raiders traded for Davante Adams. The Los Angeles Chargers traded for Khalil Mack. The Cleveland Browns traded for Deshaun Watson. The Denver Broncos traded for Russell Wilson. […]

Deshaun Watson, Matt Ryan, and Davante Adams trades reshape the AFC landscape Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 219 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 219 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 219 – […]

The Los Angeles Chargers and the Las Vegas Raiders have made big moves this offseason. Now, a big rivalry is brewing in the AFC West because of new roster acquisitions. J.C. Jackson expects a lot out of his new team in Los Angeles. According to Chargers reporter Gilbert Manzano, Jackson is ready to take on […]

There are big signings in every single NFL offseason and this year was certainly no exception. But those huge signings and contracts alone don’t propel teams to championships. In order to be successful, teams need to make the small signings count. There have been several under-the-radar contracts that could pay big dividends for the teams […]

The NFL offseason has already featured several marquee free-agent signings and big-name trades have changed the league landscape. Among a sizable group of extremely aggressive teams is the Los Angeles Chargers, who have made a series of moves that put them in position to compete for a Super Bowl. Prior to free agency, Los Angeles […]

Last week, news broke that Khalil Mack was headed to the Los Angeles Chargers. The trade between the Chargers and the Chicago Bears became official on Wednesday with the start of the new league year. However, the team had a few kinks to sort out regarding the outside linebacker’s contract. The Chargers restructured Mack’s contract, […]

When it was announced that the Chicago Bears traded outside linebacker Khalil Mack to the Los Angeles Chargers, much attention was centered on the fact that he will now be facing off against his former team in the Las Vegas Raiders twice a season. Mack made a name for himself during his run with the […]

In a cap-space clearing move, the Los Angeles Chargers are releasing offensive tackle Bryan Bulaga. According to Gilbert Manzano of Orange County Register, the move saves the Chargers $10.75 million in cap space. Bulaga signed a three-year, $30 million contract with the Los Angeles franchise in 2020, but his two seasons with the team had […]

After pulling off a huge trade to acquire Khalil Mack from the Chicago Bears, the Los Angeles Chargers continued their bid to upgrade the roster with the signing of cornerback JC Jackson. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Chargers are giving the former New England Patriots CB a five-year deal worth $82.5 million. […]

With the AFC West becoming the most stacked division in football, the Los Angeles Chargers appear to be making big moves this offseason. After already trading for Khalil Mack and locking down Mike Williams long-term, this franchise has set itself up for massive success next year. With the 2022 NFL free agency window opening on […]

The AFC West is shaping up to be the most stacked division in the NFL. To keep up with the competition, the Los Angeles Chargers reached a deal with the Chicago Bears to trade for Khalil Mack. Now, rumors are the front office is interested in signing JC Jackson during the 2022 NFL free agency […]

The Los Angeles Chargers resolved one of their more notable offseason dilemmas when they came to terms with wide receiver Mike Williams on a three-year, $60 million deal earlier in the week. While there was much speculation that the Chargers would end up placing the franchise tag on him, they elected to instead sign him […]

On Thursday, the Los Angeles Chargers made a huge splash, trading for former All-Pro linebacker Khalil Mack. The Chargers sent a 2022 second-round pick and a 2023 sixth-round pick to the Chicago Bears to acquire the services of the six-time Pro Bowler. The trade sent shockwaves around the league, and sent a clear message to […]

Philip River is a former quarterback in the National Football League for 17 years and he primarily played for the Chargers franchise, formerly in San Diego and now in Los Angeles. Despite not winning a Super Bowl in his career, he is one of the most accomplished football players there is — both in college and […]

News broke earlier today that Chicago Bears edge rusher Khalil Mack was being traded to the Los Angeles Chargers for a pair of draft picks in next month’s NFL Draft. Mack, for the second time in less than four years, finds himself on a cross-country move between teams. In 2018, the now Las Vegas Raiders […]

This NFL offseason is only a few weeks old, but it is already shaping up to be one of the craziest in league history. The dominos all started once news that Aaron Rodgers had decided to return to Green Bay. That prompted the Denver Broncos to trade for Russell Wilson. After that trade, the AFC […]

The Denver Broncos made a massive move to acquire Russell Wilson as their new quarterback. With the AFC West completely loaded, the Los Angeles Chargers made a decision to go all-in on defense. Somehow, the front office pulled off a maneuver to acquire Khalil Mack from the Chicago Bears. According to Adam Schefter, the Bears […]

The Los Angeles Chargers signed Mike Williams to a three-year, $60 million deal. Shortly after the news broke Tuesday afternoon, the Chargers posted the wide receiver’s reaction to the team’s Instagram story. NFL reporter Gilbert Manzano tweeted the clip of Williams smiling ear-to-ear after the deal was finalized. Mike Williams with the biggest smile after […]

After a great season ended in huge disappointment for the Los Angeles Chargers, expectations are high heading into 2022. They have all the tools to make a deep run next season, including a ton of cap space to burn this free agency. The Chargers and general manager Tom Telesco have over $55 million to spend […]

The Los Angeles Chargers were painfully close to a playoff berth this past season. Losing it at the last second hurt but they should be enthused with how close they can be with the right moves this offseason. While the Chargers’ offense is in great shape with Justin Herbert, their defense needs a lot of […]

Buffalo Bills defensive end Jerry Hughes posted the worst tackle and sack numbers of his Bills career in 2021. With only nine combined sacks the two years prior to this season, and the Bills front office investing in young pass rushers such as A.J. Epenesa and Greg Rousseau, there is growing confidence that he has […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have an important decision to make with free agent wide receiver Mike Williams. Williams is unquestionably the team’s biggest free agent this offseason, with his potential return a hot Bolts topic ahead of the NFL Draft and free agency period. On Friday, USA Today reporter Tyler Dragon revealed the Chargers’ plan […]

It feels like almost every franchise could use an upgrade at the tight end position this year. For that reason, we’ll be taking a look at Zach Ertz and some potential landing spots for him in the 2022 NFL free agency. The veteran proved he can still be a reliable pass option with the Arizona […]

Super Bowl champion Darious Williams is a free agent. The 28-year-old former undrafted cornerback has played for the Los Angeles Rams since 2018—after the Baltimore Ravens waived him weeks into his rookie campaign. Williams played alongside superstar Jalen Ramsey to form a dominant secondary for the Rams in their championship season. Williams appeared in 14 […]

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Akiem Hicks will enter unrestricted free agency in the upcoming offseason at the conclusion of his four-year contract with the team. His 2021 campaign was marred by groin and ankle injuries which limited him to play nine games where he recorded 25 combined tackles and 3.5 sacks. Hicks recently hinted that […]

Even after producing one of their best seasons in franchise history, the Cincinnati Bengals have to get right back on the horse, as NFL free agency is right around the corner. Safety Jessie Bates III is heading into free agency and looking to become one of the league’s highest-paid safeties, so the Bengals are going […]

David Njoku is set to hit free agency this offseason, and he could have a handful of suitors on the open market. Despite a drop-off in production since his second season in the league, Njoku still boasts a lot of potential, which could be unleashed in the proper situation. Last year with the Browns, Njoku […]

Jadeveon Clowney has struggled to find a long-term NFL home, having bounced around the league over the past few seasons despite being heralded as a game-changing lineman when entering the league. Despite a solid season for the Cleveland Browns, Clowney is once again expected to hit the open market this offseason, though he’ll be hoping […]

With the offseason nearly in full swing, it’s time to take a look at some of the top available free agents. Although it might be smart to remain with the Green Bay Packers, Davante Adams is bound to garner plenty of interest from other teams. For that reason, we take a look at three potential […]

Auburn University and the Los Angeles Chargers lost a legend as news that Lionel ‘Little Train’ James passed away on Friday at the age of 59. Legendary former Auburn football and NFL running back Lionel James, nicknamed "Little Train" for his unstoppable motor despite a 5-foot-6 frame, died Friday. He was 59. https://t.co/9dwWWvZJtO — USA TODAY Sports […]

The Los Angeles Chargers had a disappointing season once again in 2021. Despite having one of the most talented rosters in the NFL, the Chargers failed to reach the postseason for the third straight season. Not all is lost though. Second-year quarterback Justin Herbert proved that his rookie season was not a fluke. He is […]

After a heartbreaking loss at the hands of the Las Vegas Raiders, the Los Angeles Chargers failed to make the playoffs in the 2021 season after putting together a strong year. With Justin Herbert and others looking to run things back, the 2022 NFL offseason is going to be key for any playoff hopes this […]

Fresh off two highly productive seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after coming out of retirement, Rob Gronkowski will be testing out the free agent market in the offseason. As a four-time NFL champion and one of the greatest tight ends to ever play the game, Gronkowski will definitely garner a ton of interest from […]

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had a sophomore campaign that sure caught the attention of many in the NFL, including Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons. In speaking to ProFootballTalk, Parsons was asked to single out any player on the offensive side of the ball who simply stood out to him in his rookie year. […]

The continuous improvement of the rebuilding Los Angeles Chargers has been evident as they previously completed a respectable 2021 campaign. However, they still fell short of their goal to make it to the playoffs for the third consecutive year. After not securing a last-gasp bid for the postseason, the team’s front office will surely work […]

The Los Angeles Chargers missed the postseason for the third year in a row but managed to sustain the gradual improvement of their win-loss record over the same span after going 5-11 in 2019 and 7-9 in 2020. In 2021, the Chargers went 9-8 and looked like they were on track to play beyond Week […]