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Future Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning took a subtle dig at the Los Angeles Chargers during a Zoom call with the Denver Nuggets. One Nuggets player asked Manning about playing behind closed doors, to which Manning responded that player might have to ask someone with the Chargers (via Mike Singer of the Denver Post): Another […]

The Cleveland Browns handed Myles Garrett a massive five-year, $125 million contract extension on Wednesday, a pact that makes him the highest-paid defensive end in the NFL. One fellow pass rusher that Garrett’s deal will inevitably affect is Los Angeles Chargers defensive lineman Joey Bosa, as Gavino Borquez of Chargers Wire notes. Bosa is slated […]

The Kansas City Chiefs are still the clear-cut favorites to dominate not just the AFC West, but the whole league. However, among all the teams competing in their division, the Denver Broncos may pose the biggest threat to the reigning Super Bowl champions. Here’s why: With the recent signing of Patrick Mahomes’ lucrative contract extension, […]

The Los Angeles Chargers recently went through a changing of the guard at the running back position. The team let Melvin Gordon walk in free agency while retaining Austin Ekeler to be its starter in the backfield. However, neither Gordon nor Ekeler crack the team’s top-three running backs of all-time. The criteria includes players who […]

Los Angeles veteran tight end Hunter Henry is expecting to play the 2020 season on the franchise tag. Henry and the Chargers have until next week to negotiate a contract extension, though Hunter certainly doesn’t have high hopes about it. He’s anticipating being locked into his $10.6 million franchise tender he signed back in April. […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have undergone a lot of changes since its foundation in 1960. A relocation, a new stadium, and a new set of jerseys later, the franchise has yet to firmly stamp its presence on the books of NFL greats. Despite the absence of a Super Bowl trophy, the team still has many […]

While it initially appeared longtime NFL running back LaDainian Tomlinson would retire as a member of the San Diego Chargers, the legendary rusher ultimately made his way to East Rutherford and the New York Jets. After spending nine memorable years as a member of the Chargers to begin his NFL tenure, Tomlinson then concluded his […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are officially set to usher in a new era at SoFi Stadium in the 2020 NFL season. It is safe to say that running back Austin Ekeler could not be more excited given all that has transpired this offseason. Ekeler recently got to take a tour of the $5 billion, 70,000-seat […]

If things go as planned—a rare occurrence for the New York Jets—Sam Darnold will emerge as a franchise-caliber quarterback and end his career as the team’s greatest (or second greatest) signal-caller. Darnold is still just 23, but hasn’t quite shown enough in his first two seasons to earn inclusion on the following list of the five […]

Since their inception in 1960, the Los Angeles (and formerly San Diego) Chargers have been unable to win a Super Bowl, but boasted some of the NFL’s all-time greatest players. So many, in fact, that that Hall of Fame quarterback Dan Fouts and revolutionary head coach Don Coryell didn’t make this list, even though they […]

Los Angeles Chargers rookie Justin Herbert has come out to show the world how good the team helmet looks on him. The young signal-caller posted a photo on Instagram sporting the new helmet the Chargers will be debuting this coming season. https://www.instagram.com/p/CCEWRDjH9oU/ Though this year’s preseason training has been quite different for the entire league […]

The coronavirus pandemic has prompted teams to have a virtual offseason, making it tougher on incoming rookies to earn a roster spot. Austin Ekeler of the Los Angeles Chargers knows from personal experience how the virtual offseason can impact the undrafted rookies. Back in 2017, Ekeler signed with the Chargers as an undrafted rookie out […]

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen is not often mentioned as one of the premier players at his position. Regardless, his efforts have not gone unnoticed by his fellow competitors and those that pay close attention. Former Green Bay Packers wide receiver and current NFL Network analyst James Jones is among those that have […]

LaDainian Tomlinson would have a remarkable career with the San Diego Chargers (now Los Angeles Chargers) before ending his career with the New York Jets. Despite playing the latter part of his career with Philip Rivers, Tomlinson wishes he played his entire career with Drew Brees. LaDainian Tomlinson wishes he played his entire career with […]

The Philip Rivers era is over in Los Angeles, and the Justin Herbert era is yet to begin. Tyrod Taylor will bridge the gap, although the last time he was a bridge quarterback, his time did not last long. In any case, the Chargers still have a playoff-caliber roster that is strong in most areas. […]

The Los Angeles Chargers just completed year three in their new home base. It was a 5-11 campaign that led to drafting Justin Herbert with the sixth overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Philip Rivers is now in Indianapolis and the Chargers are officially rebuilding. In three year in Los Angeles, the Chargers have […]

Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson revealed a six-man list of his favorite teammates from his long tenure with the Los Angeles Chargers (formerly San Diego). As part of a series for the NFL Network, Tomlinson named the top players he played with and ranked them. At No.5, Tomlinson has Rodney Harrison and Lorenzo Neal tied. […]

Family is at the forefront of the decision of most professional athletes when their respective sports end up returning to playing. For Chris Harris of the Los Angeles Chargers, his worries about playing football once the NFL season begins are a tough pill to swallow. “With me, I know I can beat it. I know […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have typically been one of the NFL’s better teams over the past 20 years, but have never quite been able to get over the hump into the elite category. A reason for this may be some of the franchise’s misses in free agency; here are the five most egregious examples. 5. […]

HBO’s series Hard Knocks is one of the most popular amongst football fans. Every year, it follows a team around during training camp. Wel,l this year, it is getting two teams. That’s right, Hard Knocks is heading to California. There, it will follow the Los Angeles Chargers and the Los Angeles Rams. This year, #HardKnocks […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have had some good players dating back to their days in San Diego. The team’s  first season was back in 1960, but the Chargers still have not won a Super Bowl championship yet. Even though they yet to win the NFL’s ultimate prize, the Chargers have still boast very good teams […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are confident in the talent they have secured under center this offseason. Regardless, it appears they could be open to shoring up some more quality depth in the form of free agent quarterback Colin Kaepernick. According to ESPN’s Diana Russini, head coach Anthony Lynn says the Chargers could be interested in […]

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The Los Angeles Chargers have had a lot of success dating back to their days when they were the San Diego Chargers. In the 1970’s and ’80s, there were some good teams, but a lot of the big success for the Chargers came after they brought in Philip Rivers to be their franchise quarterback. The […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are entering a new era in their franchise as they prepare to begin life after Philip Rivers. While it appears Tyrod Taylor will get the nod first, rookie Justin Herbert could find himself receiving meaningful snaps in 2020. Herbert was selected by the Chargers with the No. 6 pick in the […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers threw 20 interceptions last season with the Los Angeles Chargers; however, Colts coaches aren’t concerned. In a recent interview with 107.5 The Fan, Colts quarterback coach Marcus Brady explained why he doesn’t think Rivers’ 2019 interceptions are a big concern. “We went back and watched every single interception,” Brady told […]

In the wake of the tragic death of George Floyd, Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn is appreciative of the statements he has seen released by other head coaches around the NFL and sports in general. But he wants more. “I’ve read some good statements,” said Lynn, according to LZ Granderson of The Los […]

What are the most heartbreaking moments in Los Angeles and San Diego Chargers history? Ask a rival and they will remind you that every year feels heart breaking since the Chargers haven’t made a Super Bowl since the 90’s or won a Super Bowl period. Their history includes success in the early part of the […]

Los Angeles is one of a few teams with losing head-to-head records versus all their division rivals all time. Thus, you know their biggest rivals will fall in the AFC West. Historically, the Seattle Seahawks probably deserve a spot on this rivalry list since they were also part of the AFC West for a time. […]

Los Angeles Chargers quarterbacks coach Pep Hamilton gave his thoughts on the top two quarterbacks on the roster, Tyrod Taylor and Justin Herbert. All eyes are going to be on the quarterback battle between Taylor and Herbert, and although a winner hasn’t been decided yet, Hamilton said especially this offseason Taylor could have a lead […]

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Chris Harris Jr. is excited for his tenure with his new team. Harris didn’t take shots at the Denver Broncos but did admit that he was being worn down at the end of his time in the Mile High City. “I am fired up, man,” said Harris Jr., via Fernando Ramirez […]

The Los Angeles Chargers made quite a splash with the signing of cornerback Chris Harris Jr. in free agency. It appears he already has an idea of his role for the 2020 NFL season. Harris’ versatile skill set will offer up some flexibility for defensive coordinator Gus Bradley. According to ESPN’s Lindsey Thiry, he plans […]

With Melvin Gordon gone, Austin Ekeler is now officially the Los Angeles Chargers‘ featured back. Not only that, but on a rebuilding team, he is actually an elder statesman. Ekeler, who originally joined the Chargers as an undrafted free agent out of Western State in 2017, has used his experience to help the younger players […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have ushered in a quarterback competition this offseason with Tyrod Taylor and Justin Herbert. It appears tight end Hunter Henry is anxious to see which he will be receiving passes from in the 2020 NFL season. Hunter Henry acknowledged during an appearance on SiriusXM NFL Radio that he is impressed with […]

The AFC West boasts the reigning Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the rest of the teams in the division seemingly improved this offseason. While the Chiefs basically return their entire roster from a season ago, the other three teams have seen some noticeable changes. For the Denver Broncos, they are confident that […]

To prevent him from hitting free agency, the Los Angeles Chargers placed their franchise tag on Hunter Henry earlier this offseason. Ahead of his fifth season with the Chargers, Henry revealed how he feels about playing under the franchise tag: “I think it’s fine,” Henry told SiriusXM NFL Radio of playing under the tag if […]

Ryan Leaf has recently made some progress in cleaning his image, but it appears he’s fallen back into what caused him issues in the NFL. On Friday, the former No. 2 pick in the 1998 NFL Draft was arrested for domestic battery. The arrest for Leaf occurred in Palm Springs, California and his bail was […]

Melvin Gordon is excited to be with the Denver Broncos because he feels like they play to his strengths, something that he doesn’t feel like happened with the Los Angeles Chargers. In five seasons with the Chargers, Gordon had over 6,100 total yards from scrimmage, but he feels like he could have been even better. […]

The price tag for the Los Angeles Rams’ new stadium continues to grow. Per Daniel Kaplan of The Athletic, the Rams received a $500 million loan from the NFL on Tuesday in order to help with the construction of SoFi Stadium. The half a billion-dollar loan is now on top of the already $400 million […]