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With Week 1 of the 2020-21 regular season now officially right around the corner, fantasy football owners can finally rejoice — but not before attempting to set their lineups after quite the unique and unprecedented offseason for the NFL. Because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, there was no preseason and all offseason activities were drastically […]

Gearing up for his first go-round as a member of the Indianapolis Colts, longtime Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is already drawing high praise from those inside the AFC franchise. According to Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni, Rivers has impressed in a variety of ways throughout the offseason, his first ever away from the West Coast […]

The old adage that offense wins games but defense wins championships still hold true in modern-day football in the NFL. With several teams stacking up on offensive firepower, having a solid defensive line is equally important for their counterparts. The league has seen a handful of defensive groups that dominated the trenches in recent years […]

The 2020 NFL season has finally arrived following an unprecedented offseason due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Although teams may have arrived at their final 53-man rosters, Los Angeles Chargers general manager Tom Telesco feels nothing is set in stone. The Chargers made notable improvements throughout a number of position groups this offseason. Regardless, Telesco […]

Keenan Allen has now become the second-highest paid wide receiver in the NFL. According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, Allen and the Los Angeles Chargers agreed to a four-year, $80 million contract extension on Saturday afternoon. The deal will pay him an average annual value of $20 million per season. The #Chargers and Pro […]

With the 2020 season right around the corner, teams in the NFL are making roster cuts to get down to the required number of players. Amid all of the moves being made, Austin Ekeler of the Los Angeles Chargers shared his inspiring message for undrafted free agents that are being released. Good luck to all […]

Looking for fantasy football running back sleepers? Read on. The running back position doesn’t get nearly as much love as it once did, especially when it comes to paying NFL rushers these days. However, that doesn’t make this position any less vital to fantasy football owners, who want to find RB sleepers with their team’s […]

Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Shane Steichen is confident that receiver Mike Williams will be ready by Week 1, despite the shoulder injury he suffered from just a few weeks ago. “Mike’s gotta be ready to play,” Steichen said, via Gilbert Manzano of the Orange County Register. “I think Mike has got that mindset to […]

Longtime San Diego and Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is now officially a member of the Indianapolis Colts. With Rivers still getting acclimated to playing for another team for the first time in his NFL playing career, while notably attempting to do so during quite the unique offseason, the veteran signal-caller continues to heap […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are one of several teams with shaky quarterback situations heading into the upcoming season. The team recently opted to select former Oregon Ducks quarterback Justin Herbert with the sixth pick in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft. With long-time gunslinger Philip Rivers now out of the picture, Herbert would […]

Los Angeles Chargers strong safety Derwin James recently went down with a meniscus tear in his right knee during training camp. Due to the severity of the injury, he was reported to be sidelined for the entire 2020 season until he makes his full recovery. The Chargers stated that the third-year player underwent successful surgery […]

Since they were established in 1960, the Chargers have had 61 seasons in the AFL and the NFL, in San Diego and Los Angeles. Several great players and coaches have also joined the franchise and left indelible marks throughout its history. With just one conference championship and still no Lombardi trophy to their name, the […]

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn has shut down all the rumors that the team might sign free agent Earl Thomas, in light of the injury to safety Derwin James. During a conference call with reporters on Monday, Lynn was asked if the Chargers have inquired about Earl Thomas yet, and Lynn was quick […]

Unfortunately for safety Derwin James and the Los Angeles Chargers, it has become rinse and repeat for the veteran defensive back on the injury front throughout his NFL playing career. Having recently suffering a serious lower-leg injury at practice, it remained to be seen as to how long the Chargers would be without James to […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have confirmed that third-year safety Derwin James has sustained a knee injury. The team will continue to monitor the situation but no timetable for his return is still imminent thus far. The Chargers released an official statement regarding James’ injury via ESPN Senior NFL insider Adam Schefter on Twitter: An announcement […]

Earl Thomas might be aware that the Los Angeles Chargers have to deal with a major setback before the season even started. Superstar safety Derwin James suffered a meniscus injury during practice on Sunday. And that injury is going to keep him out for at least a couple of weeks. Those “couple of weeks” are […]

The Los Angeles Chargers will lose Pro Bowl safety Derwin James for “significant time” again for the second straight season. James, 24, suffered an injury to his meniscus during the Chargers’ practice on Sunday, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. #Chargers star safety Derwin James is likely to miss significant time with a meniscus injury […]

Derwin James is looking to have a bounce-back season with the Los Angeles Chargers after being hindered by a foot ailment in 2019. During Sunday’s practice with the team, James suffered another injury scare, leaving practice with a hamstring strain, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Chargers’ S Derwin James walked off today’s practice field and into […]

The Los Angeles Chargers postponed their scheduled scrimmage on Thursday in response to the shooting of Jacob Blake by police officers on Sunday in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn made the announcement on NFL Network hours before practice was set to begin at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. "This football team is committed to […]

The restrictions placed in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic have offered up its own set of challenges for rookies trying to make the jump to the NFL. This is especially true for Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert given all the responsibilities that come with playing the hardest position in sports. The transition from […]

The Los Angeles Rams and the Los Angeles Chargers have a new home starting in 2020. SoFi Stadium is highly regarded, everyone seems to love the new spot and can’t wait to see how it operates on game days. However, it appears we will have to wait a little longer to see what SoFi will […]

Fourth-year wide receiver Mike Williams was the latest Los Angeles Chargers player to be sidelined due to a sustained injury in practice. He was reportedly diagnosed with a shoulder sprain and will be observed on a week-to-week basis. NFL Network reporter Ian Rapoport disclosed the details on the injury of Williams on Twitter: #Chargers WR […]

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams departed Sunday’s practice early due to a shoulder injury, one that Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network is reporting that there is optimism of not being serious. Williams will undergo further tests, but his collarbone was not injured, which could have a potentially debilitating ailment with the start […]

Although Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Melvin Ingram is in attendance at training camp, he has largely been a non-participant from practice due to a contract dispute. Fortunately, it appears both sides found a short-term solution for the 2020 NFL season. According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, Ingram is now back at practice after signing […]

Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Shane Steichen is impressed with rookie quarterback Justin Herbert thus far. During a conference call with reporters on Thursday, Steichen said that Herbert “hasn’t flinched yet” when facing the pass rush in practice and that’s “a good sign for down the road.” Chargers OC Shane Steichen on Justin Herbert: "He hasn't […]

At 38 years old, Philip Rivers threw 20 interceptions in 2019—or, one per every $1.25 million the Indianapolis Colts are paying him to be their starter for the 2020 season. Rivers threw 23 touchdowns in 2019, posting 4,615 yards with a 66.0 completion percentage (88.5 QB rating). The head-scratching interceptions (and eight fumbles) plagued the […]

Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Melvin Ingram’s recent holdout from the team’s training camp has drawn a lot of attention. His decision to sit out from practices is indicative of his frustrations in his contract. The former South Carolina Gamecock is entering the final year of his four-year, $66 million contract signed back in 2017. […]

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has extremely high expectations. Many expect him to be the next great quarterback in the NFL. Those are lofty standards set for him. So naturally, no one would be surprised if he was a little nervous. However, according to Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic, Burrow is laughing off that […]

Melvin Ingram is having contract problems. The Los Angeles Chargers veteran was present in Monday’s practice but opted to sit out and not participate due to contract conflicts his team and the Chargers front office are still ironing out. Ingram had seven sacks last season which was his fifth consecutive season he’s been able to […]

With this year’s installment of HBO’s hit series, “Hard Knocks,” recently airing its first episode of the season, both the Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams are currently serving as the subjects this offseason. However, it is now the Carolina Panthers that have made the first “Hard Knocks”–related headline as the team has reportedly […]

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn just dropped a ‘rona bomb. In case you missed it, HBO’a annual football docu-series “Hard Knocks” premiered on Tuesday night. And for the first-time ever in its history, the series features not one but two teams this season, the Los Angeles Raiders and Chargers. However, in an unprecedented […]

Teams around the NFL could be playing without fans in 2020 due to COVID-19 and that could be seen as an advantage for the Los Angeles Chargers. During an appearance on Barstool Sports’ Pardon My Take podcast, Hunter Henry made a positive spin on the absence of NFL fans at games this season. Hunter Henry […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have a bit of an odd situation at quarterback at the moment. They just selected rookie Justin Herbert with the sixth overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. That would make you think he is set to be the starter. Usually teams do not draft a quarterback that high without having […]

Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 89 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 89 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 89 – Blake Lovell and Dillon Reagan continue their 2020 NFL preview series, picking […]

Joey Bosa recently became the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL after signing a massive extension with the Los Angeles Chargers. While Joey has been nothing but consistent in his career thus far, he made a bold prediction for his brother Nick, who plays for the San Francisco 49ers. #Chargers DE Joey Bosa says his […]

Anthony Lynn made it pretty clear who the Los Angeles Chargers will start at quarterback in Week 1 of the 2020 season. While Lynn is confident in Tyrod Taylor holding the keys to the offense, the Chargers are going to do everything they can to make sure that rookie Justin Herbert is prepared to start […]

The Los Angeles Chargers and Joey Bosa were able to finalize a contract that makes him the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL. While the Chargers prepare for training camp, Anthony Lynn shared his excitement on the team getting an extension done with Bosa. Per Joe Reedy of the Associated Press: “Joey is tied down […]

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn hinted this past weekend veteran Tyrod Taylor had the inside track to be the team’s starting quarterback. While Lynn would not outright name Taylor as the favorite, he noted he has history with the former Buffalo Bills signal-caller and also stated the Chargers do not want to rush […]

On Tuesday night, it was announced that Joey Bosa of the Los Angeles Chargers had signed a historically lucrative 5-year, $135 million contract extension that will keep the 25-year-old defensive lineman on the team through 2025. Though the contract was impressive and seemingly on par with Bosa’s impressive production, Von Miller of the Denver Broncos […]