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The Los Angeles Chargers are in a bit of a predicament after Melvin Gordon has demanded for a new contract or to be traded. For now, the running back plans to hold out of training camp in hopes it will push the Chargers to discuss a new deal. In a recent press conference, Gordon says […]

Los Angeles chargers running back Melvin Gordon has not been shy about expressing his desire for a new contract. He has now confirmed that he is willing to sit out as long as he needs to in order to either get paid or be traded. Gordon’s comments indicate that he could be looking to move […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon has made it clear that he would like to either be paid or traded this offseason. It appears the Chicago Bears could be among the teams pulling for the latter. The onus has fallen to the front office to decide whether or not they are willing to pay […]

It was recently reported that Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon would not be showing up to training camp without a new contract, and could request a trade if one doesn’t emerge. With the Pro Bowl running back suddenly making himself possibly available, many potential landing spots have been floated, one of which could […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon wants a new contract, and he is threatening to hold out if he doesn’t get one. Gordon is not only hoping to make some more money for himself, but he is also hoping to end the trend of running backs not being valued as highly as they should […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are currently in the midst of negotiating a new deal for running back Melvin Gordon. It seems he is willing to take a patient approach until the matter is resolved. Gordon has made it clear he would like a long-term contract or be traded if the Chargers are not willing to […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have a serious situation on their hands with one of their best offensive players in running back Melvin Gordon. The star back insists on getting paid what he’s worth and is willing to holdout until he gets what he wants. That contract holdout could last well into the upcoming NFL regular […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon sent some ripples through the NFL world on Thursday morning, telling the team that he wants a long term contract or he will be holding out of training camp and demanding a trade. Los Angeles running back Melvin Gordon has informed the Chargers that unless he receives a […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have a lot on their plate, including taking care of Melvin Gordon. The team is coming off their most successful season in many years and has several players in need of extensions. One of those players is quarterback Philip Rivers, although Rivers has said he doesn’t care if his contract is […]

The Chargers had a bit of a resurgence in 2018. The team won more than nine games (12-4) for the first time since 2009 and made their first postseason appearance since 2013. For all that success, though, the Chargers were rewarded with only a second-place finish in the AFC West as the Chiefs and quarterback […]

Melvin Gordon and the Los Angeles Chargers, evidently, are making progress toward a new contract for the star running back. On Thursday, Gordon told ESPN’s Wendi Nix that he would report to his team’s mandatory minicamp next week as extension negotiations between he and the Chargers are underway. @Melvingordon25 tells @WendiNix_ESPN on NFL Live that […]

The Los Angeles Chargers expect Melvin Gordon and Melvin Ingram to report to mandatory minicamp next week. This was what Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn told NBC San Diego’s Fernando Ramirez (via Pro Football Talk’s Charean Williams) on June 3. Melvin Gordon hasn’t attended the Chargers’ voluntary offseason workouts, but the running back told coach […]

Melvin Gordon hasn’t taken part in the Chargers’ offseason program so far, but he did take the time Tuesday to shout out some of his teammates. Gordon quote tweeted a few gkind words and emojis to a video of the Chargers’ running backs doing drills during Day 4 of organized team activities. Naturally, the tweet […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon is one of the most talented rushers in football, but he has yet to really break out. Will 2019 finally be the year? ESPN thinks so, as they are projecting Gordon to rush for 1,122 yards and nine touchdowns while averaging 4.4 yards per carry. In addition, they […]

Over the last couple of seasons, Melvin Gordon has showcased that he is one of the best running backs in the NFL. Gordon has become a true workhorse back since being drafted by the Los Angeles Chargers in 2015. Gordon didn’t get to play all 16 games during the 2018 season, but when he did […]

Los Angles Chargers fans who bought the jersey of their favorite player may have a collector’s item on their hands after an announcement by the team on Friday. Defensive end Joey Bosa, and running back Melvin Gordon will both be changing their numbers. Bosa will be number 97 next season—last year he was number 99—and […]

The Los Angeles Chargers’ 2018 season ended with a loss to the eventual Super Bowl Champion Patriots. Still, the Chargers finally made the playoffs with their 12-4 regular record and they won a playoff game over the Ravens. L.A. finished second in the AFC West and looked like a real Super Bowl contender throughout the […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon will be heading into the final year of his contract in 2019, but the Chargers don’t seem to be in any rush to begin extension talks. While Los Angeles general manager Tom Telesco acknowledged how productive Gordon has been and that the team will consider a new deal, […]

In today’s “welp!” news, Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon is going back on a comment he made a few days ago about waiting for Le’Veon Bell to sign his contract. Originally, Gordon — who frequently makes headlines for his over-the-top proclamations — told NFL Media’s Around the NFL podcast that, unless Le’Veon Bell […]

Melvin Gordon has been making headlines for his outrageous proclamations over the season, but this last one is making pop culture headlines, too. Gordon made the bold proclamation about being “the best running back in Los Angeles” to TMZ Sports. This is a rather interesting proclamation, considering that Gordon comes from the same city that […]

Melvin Gordon is a fifth-year NFL veteran heading into the final season of his rookie contract. Before signing any extensions with the San Diego Chargers, Gordon would like to see how the rest of the market shakes out. This offseason Leveon Bell, David Johnson, Todd Gurley, Alvin Kamara, and even Ezekial Elliot are either up for […]

Think Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon is bitter about losing to the New England Patriots in the Divisional Round of the playoffs a couple of weeks ago? Think again. Gordon made it perfectly clear that he is rooting for the Patriots to beat the Los Angeles Rams in the Super Bowl, because he […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon did not exactly have a great game in the Chargers’ Wild Card Round win over the Baltimore Ravens last weekend, rushing for just 40 yards on 17 carries. Part of that was because the Ravens’ defense is very good. The other reason may be because Gordon is still […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon believes he will be able to play in Sunday’s divisional round matchup against the New England Patriots despite a knee injury. “Yeah, I’m ready to roll,” Gordon said, via video posted by Fernando Ramirez of NBC San Diego.” I just hurt it a little bit. Throw a little […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon said he would be good to go for his team’s Wild Card Round matchup against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, and thus far, things are looking solid. Gordon was a full participant in Chargers’ practice on Wednesday, according to Charean Williams of Pro Football Talk. This not only […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon sprained his ankle during his team’s Week 17 victory over the Denver Broncos this past weekend, but he will be good to go for the Chargers’ Wild Card Round matchup against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, according to Josh Alper of Pro Football Talk. Gordon also said that […]

Good news, Los Angeles Chargers fans: in spite of running back Melvin Gordon limping off of the field in the fourth quarter of the Chargers’ win over the Denver Broncos on Sunday night, he is expected to play in the Wild Card Round against the Baltimore Ravens next week, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have continued to push forward in what has become an impressive 2018 campaign with them being in play of possibly securing the top overall seed in the AFC playoff picture. This has also garnered a strong following for the franchise that has only grown with their increasing success on the field. It’s […]

In the days ahead of Week 16 action against the Baltimore Ravens, there have been some questions concerning Los Angeles Chargers star running back Melvin Gordon’s status. Head coach Anthony Lynn had stated earlier in the week that the hope was that Gordon would be able to take the field on Saturday night. This was […]

The Los Angeles Chargers were able to get a big win last week by taking down one of the best teams in the AFC in Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City Chiefs. Anthony Lynn’s squad was able to pull off this feat with arguably their best offensive weapon in running back Melvin Gordon who has been nursing […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon has been sidelined over the last several weeks with a knee injury. Fortunately, it appears he is poised to make his return in Week 16 versus the Baltimore Ravens. Gordon has missed three straight games due to the injury. According to ESPN’s Eric Williams, head coach Anthony Lynn […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have been one of the best teams in the league this season and are one of only two teams in the AFC to have clinched a playoff spot at this point. However, Philip Rivers and company have one major concern with star running back Melvin Gordon trying to get healthy and […]

Things just seem to keep getting better for the Los Angeles Chargers. After a huge win over the Kansas City Chiefs in an AFC West showdown last Thursday, the Chargers are now getting some good news on the health front. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, there is a chance that wide receiver Keenan Allen […]

More good news for the Los Angeles Chargers after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in an AFC West showdown this past Thursday: running back Melvin Gordon is expected to return in Week 16 for his team’s matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Gordon has been out the past three […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon offered a hilarious response to fantasy football owners after missing another game due to injury. Gordon was inactive for a second straight week in Thursday’s thrilling 29-28 win over the Kansas City Chiefs, which helped the Chargers clinch a playoff berth while ending a nine-game losing streak to […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon is reportedly not expected to play in Thursday night’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Gordon has not played since suffering an MCL sprain in the team’s Week 12 win over the Arizona Cardinals, and it sounds like he’ll remain out for yet another week. While Gordon was […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon may not be able to make it back for Thursday night’s big matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, it will be “challenging” for Gordon to play in the big division showdown as he continues to deal with a knee sprain. Chargers initially […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon said he expects the decision on whether he plays in Thursday night’s big matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs to come just before the game, according to Eric D. Williams of ESPN. “I’ve been grinding hard to get back and we’re still trying to decide what we’re going […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are heading into a crucial Week 15 showdown against the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday night with plenty on the line in terms of playoff implications. This task appears to be have gotten a little more difficult with their top running backs in Pro Bowler Melvin Gordon and backup Austin Ekeler […]