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Los Angeles ChargersChargers GM Tom Telesco makes notable remarks on Philip Rivers

It’s an open secret that Philip Rivers won’t be suiting up for the Los Angeles Chargers by the time the next season begins. His atrocious performances throughout the season have all but ensured Tom Telesco will not keep him in the City of Angels. However, the Chargers GM has made interesting comments about the long-time […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers GM Tom Telesco disappointed Melvin Gordon holdout has lasted this long

The Los Angeles Chargers managed to secure their first win of the preseason against the San Francisco 49ers. Unfortunately, general manager Tom Telesco still has not found a way to get running back Melvin Gordon to end his holdout. It has become apparent that Gordon’s holdout will spill into the 2019 NFL season. According to […]

Los Angeles ChargersLos Angeles has no 'ill will' towards Melvin Gordon

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon has honored his word of holding out of training camp. Though he’s ostensibly waiting for the team to honor his accompanying trade request, Chargers general manager Tom Telesco clearly hasn’t abandoned hopes of bringing Gordon back long-term. As the Chargers opened training camp on Wednesday without Gordon in […]

Los Angeles ChargersTom Telesco says he wants Melvin Gordon to stay with Chargers

Not surprisingly, Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon did not show up for training camp on Wednesday, as Gordon is seeking a new contract. But the Chargers are making it clear they want Gordon on the team, as general manager Tom Telesco said that he loves Gordon and wants him to remain a member […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers' GM says team has no timetable on Philip Rivers' contract extension

The Los Angeles Chargers are coming off their most successful season in years. Led by Philip Rivers, they went 12-4 in 2018. If not for a tiebreaker they lost to the Kansas City Chiefs, they would have had home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Even still, they won a playoff game and Philip Rivers had a […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers 'receptive' to possibly trading out of the first round of the NFL Draft

The Los Angeles Chargers had an amazing season last year. The team went 12-4, and won a playoff game. They’re in a window of contention right now, and need to maximize it while Philip Rivers is still playing at a high level. As they look to keep up with the Chiefs in the AFC West […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers QB Philip Rivers expected to be in Los Angeles 'awhile'

Los Angeles Chargers general manager Tom Telesco is currently gearing up for the 2019 NFL Draft while the front office executive still managed to praise veteran quarterback Philip Rivers just days before the annual event. Though the Chargers are not ruling anything out ahead of the 2019 NFL Draft, Telesco doesn’t foresee the aforementioned Rivers […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers agree to extend GM Tom Telesco

According to a weekend report from Eric D. Williams of ESPN, the Los Angeles Chargers have agreed to a contract extension with general manager Tom Telesco. “The Los Angeles Chargers signed general manager Tom Telesco to a multiyear contract extension at the completion of last season, sources tell ESPN,” writes Williams. “Terms of the deal […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers GM Tom Telesco to meet with Antonio Gates about future

It’s one of the busiest weeks of the NFL offseason, as seemingly everyone in the football universe is gathered in Indianapolis for the 2019 NFL Scouting Combine. Coaches and general managers were giving press conferences today, and one of them was Los Angeles Chargers GM Tom Telesco. One of the biggest questions facing the Chargers this […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers GM Tom Telesco says his 'heart' says Antonio Gates will be back next season

Antonio Gates is considered one of the best receiving tight ends in the history NFL. For the past 16 seasons, Gates has been with the Chargers, first in San Diego, now in Los Angeles. Over the years he’s had 10 seasons with over 700 receiving yards, six seasons with over 70 receptions, and 11 with over […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers GM admits they always have an 'eye on the future' regarding QB position

It is no secret that there are a number of teams clamoring to get in position to select one of the many quality quarterback prospects in the 2018 NFL Draft. Fortunately, the Los Angeles Chargers do not have any concerns about their stability under center with quarterback Philip Rivers. Although Rivers has been one of the best […]

NFLChargers GM says 'not an easy answer' to Antonio Gates staying with team

The Los Angeles Chargers have a big decision to make with regard to the future of Antonio Gates. The legendary tight end is set to hit free agency this offseason after having one of his worst seasons as a professional in 2017. Chargers GM Tom Telesco, who will meet with Gates’ agents this week in […]

Los Angeles ChargersChargers GM Tom Telesco promises to fix faulty kicking game

When a team goes 9-7 and misses the playoffs, they usually consider themselves just one player away from making it next season. That one player is hardly ever a kicker, though. But, for the 2017 Los Angeles Chargers and general manager Tom Telesco, that’s exactly the case. Most of the time, a team’s kicker is set […]

NFLChargers GM Tom Telesco says being on HBO's Hard Knocks might benefit the team

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch recently admitted to not wanting to be on HBO’s Hard Knocks. However, Los Angeles Chargers general manager Tom Telesco sees the benefits that come with being on camera. The Chargers and 49ers are among the teams that are obligated to appear on the documentary series. Fortunately for Lynch, Telesco may […]

NFLVikings, Chargers lead league with only 12 sacks given up through Week 12

The Los Angeles Chargers and the Minnesota Vikings are among the surprise teams this season. Although the Chargers are just 5-6, they have won four of their last six to get back into contention for the AFC West division title. The 9-2 Vikings, on the other hand, are glued to the top spot in the […]

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