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The Los Angeles Chargers made huge upgrades on their defense this offseason, bringing in All-Pro pass rusher Khalil Mack and Pro Bowl cornerback JC Jackson. It adds to a core that already includes one of the best defensive backs in the league, Derwin James, and one of the better pass rushers in the NFL, Joey […]

The Los Angeles Chargers haven’t made the NFL playoffs since 2018 and have only made it twice since 2010. Drafting quarterback Justin Herbert in 2020 will likely change that soon, but after signing safety Derwin James to an extension that will pay him $19.1 million per year, the future is now for Brandon Staley, Herbert, […]

The Los Angeles Chargers just made Derwin James the highest-paid safety in the NFL. The deal doesn’t just affect the Chargers or the poor AFC offenses that James will terrify this season. It also affects every NFL safety looking for a new contract in the near future. The player most affected by the deal is […]

Derwin James signed a record-setting contract extension with the Los Angeles Chargers, one that made him the highest-paid safety in the history of the NFL. After inking the historic deal, many of James’ peers on the defensive end were quick to react. Jalen Ramsey of the Los Angeles Rams and Tyrann Mathieu of the New […]

One of the best safeties in the NFL isn’t going anywhere. On Wednesday, the Los Angeles Chargers officially signed All-Pro Derwin James to a record-breaking four-year, $76.5 million contract extension, as reported by Ian Rapoport of NFL Network and Adam Schefter of ESPN. Sources: #Chargers S Derwin James is signing a 4-year extension averaging $19.1M […]

One of the most notable storylines surrounding the Los Angeles Chargers throughout 2022 NFL training camp has been star safety Derwin James holding-in as he looks for a new contract. James hasn’t done anything more than walkthroughs with head coach Brandon Staley and the Chargers despite his decision to report to camp, and he doesn’t appear […]

More on more athletes are becoming owners and investors in other sports leagues. This time, Jalen Ramsey, Kevin Byard and Derwin James joined the list with their investment on the National Cycling League. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Ramsey, Byard and James are part of a group of investors backing the newly announced NCL. […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are preparing for a highly anticipated 2022 season without Derwin James. The star safety is at training camp but is sitting out as he and the team look to resolve a contract dispute. As one of the key co-stars next to Joey Bosa on the Chargers’ defense Although there is optimism […]

NFL training camps opened this week as the 2022 regular season looms just over a month away. There are a number of players who are still trying to negotiate a new deal. Among them are former Pro Bowl players Deebo Samuel, DK Metcalf and Derwin James. According to ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter, those players […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have been in discussions with All-Pro safety Derwin James on a contract extension. Back in April, it was reported that both James and the Chargers were “cautiously optimistic” about an extension getting done before the start of the season. Just three months later, that positive outlook on the contract negotiations appears […]

The 2022 NFL Draft began with five straight defensive picks Thursday night, the first time since 1991. That 1991 NFL Draft holds the record for most consecutive defensive picks to begin the draft with six. The Carolina Panthers selected offensive tackle Ikem Ekwonu with the sixth-overall pick, ending the run of defensive players. The Jaguars […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have had quite the NFL offseason. Los Angeles brought back a star on offense by re-signing wide receiver Mike Williams, then looked outside the organization to bring in two Pro Bowl-level talents in Khalil Mack and J.C. Jackson. However, besides the upcoming NFL Draft, one key task remains for the Chargers […]

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 […]

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 […]

The Los Angeles Chargers got some good news ahead of their biggest game of the regular season. The Chargers announced on Friday that star safety Derwin James is available to play in Week 17 against the Denver Broncos. #Chargers S Derwin James is off the injury report and set to play Sunday. — Taylor Bisciotti […]

The Los Angeles Chargers fell just short to the Kansas City Chiefs in overtime on Thursday night. Safety Derwin James came into the game questionable with a hamstring injury and aggravated the ailment during the game, forcing him to miss the end of the contest. While Chargers fans know how important James is to the […]

There is now a notable injury concern regarding Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James. The Chargers announced on Saturday that James was a late addition to the injury report due to a hamstring issue. For now, he is being listed as questionable for the Week 14 home matchup against the New York Giants. James featured […]

Fresh off their bye week, the Los Angeles Chargers are hoping to bounce back from a disappointing performance against the Baltimore Ravens from a week ago. Currently sitting just a half-game back of the Las Vegas Raiders for first place in the AFC West, this showdown with the New England Patriots will be a pivotal […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are one of the hottest teams in the NFL through week 5. A 4-1 record puts them atop of the AFC West, which turns out isn’t as dominant as we originally thought. The Chargers travel to Baltimore for a matchup with Lamar Jackson and the Ravens on Sunday. It’s time to […]

The Los Angeles Chargers had a lot of changes this offseason, especially with their coaching staff. The Chargers got rid of Anthony Lynn and hired Brandon Staley, the former Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator who didn’t have to travel very far to his new office. Well, the Chargers also have the reigning Offensive Rookie of […]

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James has played just five games in the last two years combined as he hasn’t been able to shake free of injuries. Both he and LA are hoping for a much different 2021. James is being held out of preseason games entirely, as are a lot of Chargers starters. LA […]

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley is in his first year in charge in LA. He’s wasting no time implementing his own strategies and ideas and that includes playing time for preseason games. On Thursday, Staley announced that Chargers running back Austin Ekeler wouldn’t be playing in the preseason. Then he expanded on it […]

The Los Angeles Chargers just hired Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley as their new head coach, and Derwin James had a simple reaction. Like every other person in the football community, James saw the reports about the hiring of Staley and was clearly happy as he reacted with a simple emoji. ⚡️⚡️⚡️ — […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James is excited to have cornerback Chris Harris Jr. joining the secondary. The Chargers signed Harris to a two-year deal in free agency, and James said the veteran has more to prove (via Gavino Borquez of USA TODAY): “I know Chris,” James said. “I knew of Chris before we traded […]

With no sports to watch, sports fans are craving for any kind of sporting content that’s available out there. Fortunately, Los Angeles Chargers safety Darwin James was more than happy to oblige the fans’ demands and won a competition involving other NFL players. He won a Madden tournament that’s meant to raise funds for the […]

The Los Angeles Chargers activated strong safety Derwin James and safety Adrian Philips from the reserve/injured list on Saturday, the team announced. They are designated to return to the 53-man roster. We’ve activated Derwin James and Adrian Phillips. pic.twitter.com/1dGXYc7V3o — Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) November 30, 2019 James has not played a down in 2019, […]

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James has been out for the entire season due to a foot injury, but he is back at practice and is aiming to make his debut against the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Head coach Anthony Lynn provided some good news on that front on Friday, saying that James looked good […]

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James is set to make his 2019 season debut for the AFC West franchise, as the second-year defensive back is “likely to play” in his team’s Week 13 divisional matchup against the Denver Broncos, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. James, 23, returned from the injured reserve (IR) list on Monday, practicing […]

Strong safety Derwin James returned to practice for the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday, signaling a big boost on its way for the struggling AFC West franchise. The Orange County Register’s Gilbert Manzano reported seeing James back at practice today, with NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport confirming the second-year safety was back on Monday. The #Chargers […]

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James has missed the entire season up to this point recovering from a stress fracture in his foot that required. James has worked hard to rehab to get back on the field and it appears that his return could be close. “I’m feeling well, feeling better, getting better every day,” […]

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James is eyeing his return to action for Week 13 against the Denver Broncos after the team’s Week 12 bye, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. James underwent foot surgery over the summer to get a new screw inserted into it. He was placed on the injured reserve. He suffered […]

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James is eligible to return from the injured reserve list, but while he is making progress, head coach Anthony Lynn says he is not ready to practice just yet. “He’s doing just fine,” said Lynn, per Charean Williams of Pro Football Talk. “I think he’s right on schedule. I don’t […]