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The Los Angeles Chargers birthed new stars under Jim Harbaugh. Ladd McConkey rose as a new Bolts fan favorite, while Tarheeb Still stepped up as a surprise defensive rookie. But now one player will help make or break the 2025 Chargers season. It’s neither of the 2024 breakout first-year starters. Nor is it Justin Herbert, […]

The Los Angeles Chargers looked ahead of schedule in the Jim Harbaugh era. Harbaugh recharged this franchise into a playoff contender again. This time expectations are higher with NFL Training Camp forthcoming. Except not everything is complete for the Bolts. They still face a fatal flaw — one they must address in El Segundo immediately. […]

Khalil Mack is committed to staying with the Los Angeles Chargers going into the 2025 NFL season. Mack signed a one-year deal with the Chargers this offseason. He will earn $18 million full guaranteed throughout 2025 as one of the best defenders on the team, explaining his decision on why he stayed with the Los […]

The Los Angeles Chargers reinvented themselves through a physical brand under Jim Harbaugh. This philosophy benefitted Justin Herbert as the quarterback gained a newly revamped ground attack. But also created some hidden gems worth knowing about ahead of the 2025 season. Harbaugh didn’t need to solely trust Herbert’s arm to win games. A vaunted ground […]

The Chicago Bears have continued a massive day ahead of free agency with one of the best defensive ends on the 2025 market. After the upsetting news for the Bears that former star linebacker Khalil Mack re-signed with the Los Angeles Chargers, the Bears turn things around with the addition of Dayo Odeyingbo. Odeyingbo has […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are one team that could make a lot of noise during NFL free agency. LA enters the offseason with roughly $93 million in cap space, second only to New England. The Chargers just spent some of that cap space extending one of their legendary defensive players. The Chargers and linebacker Khalil […]

With free agency rapidly approaching, the Philadelphia Eagles have already let the first shoe drop on their way to a successful title defense: re-signing Zack Baun to a new three-year $51 million extension with $36 million guaranteed. On paper, this is about as good a deal as the Eagles could ask for and the one […]

As the Chicago Bears prepare for free agency, their social media team had a little fun stirring up the dust on Friday afternoon, hinting at a potential Khalil Mack reunion. To get fans excited for the Bears’ upcoming 2025 NFL season, the Bears’ social media team posted a 47-second video, showcasing highlights of legends who’ve […]

The Chicago Bears’ season spiraled out of control very quickly last season after giving up a Hail Mary to lose to the Washington Commanders. The Bears had a promising 4-2 start, but finished the year just 5-12. Now, the Bears have a new coaching staff and they are looking to revamp the roster in order […]

The Los Angeles Chargers exceeded everyone’s expectations last season, reaching the playoffs as a Wild Card team in the first season under Jim Harbaugh. 2024 was supposed to be a rebuild year in Los Angeles, but now the team’s timeline is accelerated. This offseason, the Chargers will be completely focused on building the rest of […]

The Chicago Bears made a pair of under the radar money-saving moves earlier this week, cutting veteran rotational pieces in tight end Gerald Everett and defensive end DeMarcus Walker. Though neither Everett or Walker were expected to be part of Chicago’s future plans, their departures are noteworthy for two reasons: First, it saves the Bears, […]

The Buffalo Bills once again fell short against the Kansas City Chiefs in the postseason in 2024. The team’s heartbreaking three-point AFC Championship Game defeat marked the fourth time the Chiefs eliminated the Bills from the playoffs in the last five seasons. Buffalo will make yet another attempt at getting past the AFC gatekeepers in […]

When Khalil Mack made a big retirement decision following the playoffs, the Green Bay Packers, like other teams, had their eyes on him. As the offseason is officially upon us, ESPN detailed why the Packers would be a nice match for the former All-Pro edge rusher. The Packers adding Mack to pair with Rashan Gary […]

With Dan Campbell putting together a new staff, and Amon-Ra St. Brown boasting about how good the healthy Detroit Lions can be, things are looking bright for 2025. And here are two sneaky good free agents the Lions need to sign. Taking the No. 1 seed in the NFC into the playoffs, the Lions fell […]

The Detroit Lions proved a resilient bunch during the 2024 season. The team dealt with a slew of injuries, particularly on the defensive side of the ball, and still finished 15-2. Despite losing third-year defensive end Aidan Hutchinson to a season-ending leg injury in Week 6, the Lions rallied, finishing as the league’s seventh-best scoring […]

Los Angeles Chargers pass-rusher Khalil Mack has been playing in the NFL for 11 years now, and he remains one of the most feared pass rushers in the league. Mack has been in the league since 2014, when he was drafted with the No. 5 overall pick by the then-Oakland Raiders. During his time in […]

As Khalil Mack debated retirement, a key team has been the Los Angeles Chargers. Although he never formally retired, he teased the idea quite frequently after the deflating Chargers defeat in the playoffs. However, Mack has plenty of interest from other NFL teams. He’s had quite the career, with 107.5 sacks, a 3-time All-Pro, as […]

As the Buffalo Bills’ 2024 season ended following a 32-29 loss in the AFC Championship Game to the Kansas City Chiefs, it’s time for them to prepare for their run next year. The Bills are in a weird spot, where they have a superstar in Josh Allen — surrounded by scattered pieces throughout the roster […]

The Los Angeles Chargers exceeded expectations in 2024. LA finished the regular season 11-6 and made the playoffs during their first season under head coach Jim Harbaugh. One Chargers veteran has decided he will play at least one more season in the NFL after mulling retirement. Chargers linebacker Khalil Mack will play during the 2025 […]

The future Hall of Famer Khalil Mack, and the cornerstone of the Los Angeles Chargers defense, is at a pivotal crossroads in his storied NFL career. As the 11-year veteran contemplates retirement or a return for Year 12, his decision looms large over the team’s offseason plans. “It’s a lot of different thoughts in my […]

Although favored on the road, Khalil Mack, Justin Herbert, and the Los Angeles Chargers faltered in their AFC Wild Card matchup against the Houston Texans. Despite controlling much of the first half, they endured a lopsided 32-12 loss, with Herbert facing significantly struggling during the game. Khalil Mack standing behind Justin Herbert In a recent […]

As the NFL offseason gets underway, the Cleveland Browns face a critical juncture in their journey. After a disastrous 2024 campaign, the team must leverage free agency to address its glaring weaknesses. They need to reestablish themselves as a competitive force. With a strong core in place but clear areas of need, this offseason provides […]

Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Khalil Mack’s future is up in the air for multiple reasons, as not only is he a free agent, but he indicated that he will consider retiring this offseason after his team’s loss to the Houston Texans in the Wild Card round of the playoffs. “Yeah man, it’s a lot of […]

Forgive me for sounding like a broken record, but the Chicago Bears are entering one of the most crucial off-seasons in franchise history this spring, as they begin their search for a new head coach — their sixth since Lovie Smith was fired following a ten-win season in 2012 — and attempt to build a […]

The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 30-23 on Monday Night Football in a game defined by Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry, and the Ravens’ offense. Derrick Henry led Baltimore’s charge, rushing for 140 yards on 24 carries and controlling the tempo. The win improved the Ravens to 8-4, while the Chargers fell to 7-4, […]

The Los Angeles Chargers overcame a late-game surge by the Cincinnati Bengals for an epic Week 11 win to improve to 7-3 on the season. The Chargers face another challenging NFC North foe in Week 12 as the Baltimore Ravens come to town. But Los Angeles should have some help on the defensive side of […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are playing the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood for Week 11’s edition of Sunday Night Football. However, the Bolts are not getting help on the field from one of their best defensive weapons, with outside linebacker Khalil Mack getting ruled out for that contest due to a groin issue. […]

Los Angeles Chargers pass rusher Khalil Mack is one of the NFL’s best defensive players in the last decade, but Mack appears to be at least considering the idea of retirement. Mack, 33, is entering his third season with the Chargers, and while the team is not a Super Bowl favorite, it’s clear that Mack […]

Following three subpar seasons under the promising, yet ultimately underwhelming watch of Brandon Staley, the Los Angeles Chargers are now set to undergo a full-blown franchise makeover under new head coach Jim Harbaugh. After bringing the Michigan Wolverines their first National Title in over two decades, Harbaugh will be returning to the NFL in Los […]

The Los Angeles Chargers will once again come in to the upcoming season with lofty expectations with another year under star quarterback Justin Herbert’s belt, but it will also be debut of head coach Jim Harbaugh. However, the team itself believes they can win a ton of games and achieve their ultimate goal, so much […]

As the 2024 NFL season looms on the horizon, the Atlanta Falcons find themselves at a critical juncture. Coming off a rollercoaster of a season, the team is poised for a fresh start, brimming with potential yet in need of strategic additions to their roster. The Falcons’ front office, led by General Manager Terry Fontenot, […]

Newly minted head coach Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers are currently in the midst of what figures to be a highly important offseason for the future direction of the franchise following last season’s disappointment. The Chargers are coming off of a season in which they missed the playoffs altogether in 2023, and Harbaugh […]

The Los Angeles Chargers entered the new league year as arguably the most cap-constrained team in the NFL. It came to the point on Wednesday where it seemed like any one of Mike Williams, Keenan Allen, Joey Bosa, or Khalil Mack could have gotten traded or cut. Williams did end up getting released, but Mack […]

To get under the salary cap the Los Angeles Chargers were forced to release wide receiver Mike Williams. While Khalil Mack is carrying a massive contract of his own, the Chargers found a way to keep him on the roster. Mack has agreed to restructure his deal to remain in Los Angeles for the 2024 […]

The Detroit Lions had a great 2023 season, ending their playoff drought and making it to the NFC Championship Game. Detroit had a big lead in the game, but the San Francisco 49ers rallied back to advance to the Super Bowl. Despite the loss in the NFL Title Game, it was still a very successful […]

Being over more than $20 million in the cap is one of the worst challenges a franchise could face. The Los Angeles Chargers need to let go of players. This is all before Coach Jim Harbaugh can even make a positive impact on the schemes and rotations of the Justin Herbert-led team. No final decision […]

Finding a way to dethrone Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs should always be front of mind for every AFC West foe. Unfortunately for the Los Angeles Chargers, years of big spending seems poised to make that tough task even more difficult to manage in 2024. Star edge rushers Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack […]

The Minnesota Vikings are facing a most critical season in the regime of general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O’Connell. Those two individuals are in their third year at the helm of the Vikings, and the time has come for their signature to be firmly imprinted on the franchise. The first two years […]

The Buffalo Bills had a successful 2023 NFL season. They finished with an 11-6 record and made it to the Divisional Round of the playoffs. However, their season ended with another loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. As the offseason approaches, the Bills are looking to make some moves to improve their roster and take […]