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Los Angeles ChargersChargers' Derwin James would pick Colts' Darius Leonard for DROY

Los Angeles Chargers rookie safety Derwin James is a candidate and perhaps the front-runner for Defensive Rookie of the Year. James is giving credit where credit is due though and provided a bold take on this season’s award. Derwin James tells me @nflnetwork that if he had a vote for DROY, and couldn't vote for […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers safety Derwin James is 'everywhere' on game film

Derwin James was viewed as one of the biggest steals of the 2018 NFL Draft after sliding all the way to the No. 17 overall pick. The Los Angeles Chargers were more than happy to snag him with that pick and he has been making a huge difference for their defense already in his rookie […]

Los Angeles ChargersBaker Mayfield praises fellow rookie Derwin James as 'do-it-all safety'

Through the first five weeks of the season, Los Angeles Chargers rookie safety Derwin James has quickly made his presence felt in the secondary behind his all-around play at the position. This has caught the eye of opposing teams with the latest being Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield ahead of their matchup on Sunday […]

Las Vegas RaidersRaiders HC Jon Gruden admits he wanted to take Derwin James in first round

On Wednesday, Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden revealed that LT Kolton Miller, the team’s 2018 first-round draft pick, wasn’t his first choice. Jon Gruden said he wanted to take Derwin James in the first round, but unfortunately they took a safety in the first round in 2016 (Karl Joseph) and one in the second […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers QB Philip Rivers heaps praise on rookie Derwin James

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers heaped praise on rookie safety Derwin James after his team’s narrow 29-27 victory over the San Francisco 49ers. James was selected with the No. 17 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft out of Florida State. The Chargers counted on him from day one, and he hasn’t let them […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers' Derwin James will be Week 1 starter

It goes without saying that the Los Angeles Chargers have dealt with their fair share of injuries to their secondary this offseason. Fortunately, they have managed to find a viable option in safety Derwin James. James has been making a solid case for himself throughout the offseason. It appears to have paid off after defensive […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers rookie Derwin James activated from NFI list

After an eventful summer, Los Angeles Chargers rookie Derwin James was finally able to get back on the field on Thursday after he was activated off the NFI (non-football injury) list. Chargers S Derwin James, the 17th overall pick, has been activated from NFI list and will practice today — James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) August 2, […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers rookie Derwin James allegedly robbed at gunpoint

Los Angeles Chargers rookie Derwin James was allegedly robbed last month at gunpoint according to a report from TMZ. James and his uncle were leaving Italian restaurant on Sunset Blvd in Los Angeles when they were rushed by two men with handguns according to the warrant obtained by TMZ. The men demanded jewelry and got away with a […]

NFLChargers rookie Derwin James has had 'an outstanding spring'

The Los Angeles Chargers were considered a big winner during the draft after safety Derwin James dropped all the way to them at No. 17. James was among the highest-rated defensive players in the draft and for LA to get him in the middle of the first round was quite a steal. The Chargers certainly […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers sign safety Derwin James to rookie 4-year deal (Report)

Derwin James is officially in the fold. The newcomer first-round selection is now an employee of the Los Angeles Chargers. According to a source close with Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the organization and James agreed to the rookie deal of four-years and $12.39 million with a signing bonus of $7.1 million. The #Chargers signed first-round […]

Baltimore RavensRavens would have drafted Derwin James if they kept No. 16 pick

The Baltimore Ravens had the 16th pick in the NFL Draft, but they decided to trade it away in a deal with the Buffalo Bills for additional picks. One pick later, Derwin James went to the Los Angeles Charger in what was considered one of the steals of the draft. In an interview with BaltimoreRavens.com’s […]

NFLClutchPoints' Official 2018 Top 10 NFL Mock Draft: Quarterback dominance

Don’t you dare do it. Don’t you dare think these quarterbacks could actually slide in the epic event we’ve come to worship since the early days of ESPN and the 1983 class, the magnificent NFL Draft. Think back to the last few drafts. A year ago, there wasn’t much at the position. Mitchell Trubisky was scooped […]

NFLJaguars CB Jalen Ramsey calls Derwin James the best player in the 2018 draft

There has been plenty of talk about which player is the best prospect with the 2018 NFL Draft just over a month away. The names usually thrown into the mix are USC quarterback Sam Darnold and Penn State running back Saquon Barkley. However, Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey has given that distinction to Florida State defensive back Derwin James, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero “(He’s the) top player in this draft this year. Should […]

Dallas CowboysNFL Draft: Derwin James says Cowboys have to trade up to draft him

Florida State defensive back Derwin James has some admirers who’d like to see him in a Dallas Cowboys jersey in the near future. But as Chase Goodbread of NFL.com reports, James doesn’t expect to be on the board by the time the Cowboys pick at No. 19, so they’ll need to move up a bit […]

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