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Chargers dominate Cardinals 41-10

2010-10-04T11:43:00.000-07:00

Source: SD TribuneThe Chargers on Sunday beat an inferior team, which as they know twice over, is not always a given. A 41-10 rout of the Arizona Cardinals, while the Chargers’ biggest margin of victory since the 2008 regular-season finale, was more settling than statement. “We did what we were supposed to,” safety Eric Weddle. Coming off a stunning loss at Seattle , their second such

McNeil signs tender!!!!!!!!!

2010-09-25T11:43:00.000-07:00

Source: ESPNMarcus McNeill has reported to the San Diego Chargers, signing his one-year, $630,000 tender, according to sources.The veteran left tackle will miss the next three games, then will be eligible to play against the St. Louis Rams in Week 6.The two sides have the next few weeks to try to work out a long-term deal.McNeill had been holding

Chargers win 38-13

2010-09-19T17:17:00.000-07:00

SAN DIEGO (AP)—As good as Philip Rivers was, the San Diego Chargers’ defense was even better.Rivers threw for 334 yards and three touchdowns and the Chargers forced six turnovers in beating the Jacksonville Jaguars 38-13 in their home opener Sunday.Chargers rookie running back Ryan Mathews hurt his right ankle in the second quarter and didn’t return. He also fumbled for the second straight

Chargers fall to the Chiefs??

2010-09-14T14:13:00.000-07:00

KANSAS CITY, Mo, — At least it isn’t all that surprising anymore when the Chargers find new, shocking ways to flounder in the early part of a season. They were going to start fast, set the tone early by being physical on defense, running the ball on offense. For almost the entirety of the first quarter, they seemed on the way to doing all those things, and their defense perhaps

Chargers Make Final Cuts

2010-09-04T14:32:00.000-07:00

Source: SD TribuneThe news trickling out of Chargers Park is not earth shattering, but it does represent a diversion from past precedent and what would have been expected a week ago. Jonathan Crompton, es expected, was released, meaning the Chargers will go with two quarterbacks. If Philip Rivers were to be injured, the team would deal for another QB. If there is a surprise so far, it is

Patrick Crayton Traded to Bolts

2010-09-03T14:00:00.000-07:00

Source: Yahoo SportsAfter months of speculation that Patrick Crayton just wasn’t going to fit into the Dallas Cowboys after they used a first-round draft pick on Dez Bryant, the veteran wide receiver was finally shipped. Just more than 24 hours

Mathews impressive in debut, Chargers win 25-10

2010-08-16T11:14:00.000-07:00

Source: SD Bolt ReportRyan Mathews said he's been pretty good about keeping the jitters in check as he worked his way through training camp. But the former Fresno State star said being in the NFL smacked him with full force on Saturday when the Chargers prepared to face the Bears. "Right then it hit me," Mathews said when he entered the stadium. "My nerves kicked in and I took a lap around

Merriman agrees to tender

2010-08-11T19:32:00.000-07:00

Source: ESPNAfter missing the first part of training camp in the hopes of landing a lucrative new contract, Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman is planning to report to San Diego's camp this weekend and sign his $3.269 million tender, according to league sources.According to sources, Merriman misses his teammates and the work too much to stay away any longer. Once he reports, San Diego will

Chargers Team Report 8/02/10

2010-08-02T15:06:00.000-07:00

Source: USA TodayA.J. Smith, the Chargers’ dour and gruff general manager, is done talking about Marcus McNeill, Vincent Jackson and Shawne Merriman. Those three players, who account for a combined six Pro Bowl selections, haven’t signed their contracts. Smith’s role in these negotiations is a point for discussion. He went the hardball route on McNeill and Jackson, slashing their tender

Mathews is officially a Charger!!

2010-08-01T12:57:00.000-07:00

Source: SD TribuneRyan Mathews' agent came to Chargers Park this morning, and the sides finished up the first-round pick's deal face-to-face. Mathews received slightly more than $15 million guaranteed in a $26.65 million deal. Mathews is expected at today's 4 p.m. practice. Though, because he has missed the first four practices, it isn't known how much he will participate in the first

Gates rewarded new contract; 5yrs, $36.175million

2010-07-29T11:18:00.000-07:00

Source: NFL News WorldSan Diego Chargers renewed Pro Bowl tight end, Antonio Gates contract for five-years. The deal between San Diego Chargers worth’s $36.175 million. Antonio Gates became a NFL’s highest-paid tight end with the new deal. Antonio Gates will receive $20.4 million as guaranteed money and he will continue with San Diego Chargers till 2015. Antonio Gates will earn $7.235

Chargers sign draft picks Butler and Thomas

2010-07-10T21:50:00.000-07:00

Source: Associated Press SAN DIEGO (AP)—The San Diego Chargers have agreed to four-year contracts with third-round draft pick Donald Butler and fifth-rounder Cam Thomas. The only unsigned draft pick heading into training camp is running back Ryan Mathews, the 12th selection overall. Butler is an inside linebacker from Washington. Thomas is a defensive tackle from North Carolina who could

Chargers Team Report 7-4-2010

2010-07-04T15:42:00.000-07:00

Source: USA TodayAn eventful offseason for Vincent Jackson has taken another turn. Jackson, the Chargers' Pro Bowl wide receiver, has been suspended for three games by the NFL for violating its personal-conduct policy. This comes in the wake of Jackson's second conviction for driving under the influence. Jackson was already in the news, but again for the wrong reasons as far as the

Chargers 2010 Draft Review

2010-04-24T22:16:00.000-07:00

Source: Chargers.comThe San Diego Chargers opened the 2010 NFL Draft with a blockbuster trade, moving up 16 spots to select Fresno State running back Ryan Mathews with the 12th pick of the first round. The San Diego Chargers opened the 2010 NFL Draft with a blockbuster trade, moving up 16 spots to select Fresno State running back Ryan Mathews

Chargers move up in 3rd round to take Butler

2010-04-24T00:13:00.000-07:00

SAN DIEGO—The San Diego Chargers have traded up in the third round of the NFL draft to take Washington inside linebacker Donald Butler with the 79th pick overall. The pick is somewhat surprising, considering that the Chargers had a bigger need for a defensive tackle. Butler was a two-year starter for the Huskies. He’s likely the replacement for Tim Dobbins, who was sent to Miami on Thursday

Ahh yeaah! Say hello to the fututre...

2010-04-23T11:45:00.000-07:00

Source: SD TribuneThe Chargers got the running back they wanted, and Ryan Mathews got the team he wanted. “It’s really unbelievable,” Mathews, seemingly still in shock, said shortly after the Chargers made him the 12th pick in Thursday night’s NFL draft. “It’s a dream come true.” Mathews followed the Chargers and wore No. 21 at West High School in Bakersfield and Fresno State in honor of

New 2010-2011 Schedule

2010-04-20T16:12:00.000-07:00

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2010-11 Charger Girls

2010-04-16T13:45:00.000-07:00

Great turnout of veterans at Chargers Park

2010-04-07T10:33:00.001-07:00

By: Scott YoffeThere was a buzz around Chargers Park on Tuesday morning when 55 veteran players turned out for the official start of the team’s voluntary offseason strength and conditioning program.Tuesday was the first day that many veterans were on hand as one at Chargers Park. It was a group that included quarterback Philip Rivers, running back Darren Sproles, tight end Antonio Gates,

Sproles signs 1-year tender

2010-04-02T15:00:00.000-07:00

Source: ESPN.comChargers halfback Darren Sproles signed his one-year, $7.2813 million restricted free agent tender Friday, according to a source.Sproles was the Chargers franchise player last season but the uncapped year prevented him from being a free agent because he didn't have six years of experience. To prevent him from leaving, the Chargers designated him a restricted free agent. Any

Stadium Update 4-2-10

2010-04-02T10:13:00.000-07:00

Source: 10newsSAN DIEGO -- The city of San Diego and San Diego County are on the verge of joining forces in an effort to build a new downtown stadium for the San Diego Chargers.The possible stadium would be built about four blocks from Petco Park, and now a plan is in the works to get the project done using some tax dollars but not at the expense of public safety and basic city services.Well

Chargers Pre-Season Schedule Announced

2010-03-31T11:24:00.000-07:00

Source: Chargers.comThe San Diego Chargers’ 2010 preseason schedule features games against some of the NFL’s marquee teams, including the Chicago Bears, Dallas Cowboys and the reigning Super Bowl Champion New Orleans Saints. The San Diego Chargers’ 2010 preseason schedule features games against some of the NFL’s marquee teams, including the

2010 Offseason workouts begin

2010-03-31T11:20:00.000-07:00

By: Kevin AceeAlmost two dozen players have been around the Chargers’ facility on and off for the past few weeks, working their way into shape and hanging out after a couple of months away. Still, what began this week — the organized offseason conditioning sessions that commenced Monday and continue in earnest beginning next week — is an actual start of something more. “It’s the kickoff of

Vasher signs 2-year deal

2010-03-29T15:08:00.000-07:00

Source: ESPNCornerback Nathan Vasher has signed a two-year deal to join the San Diego Chargers' secondary,the team announced Monday.Vasher, who has played his entire six-year career with the Chicago Bears, will sign for $4.5 millionover two seasons, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter."In Nathan Vasher, we're adding a proven NFL player with experience in the league," said

Little Rivers is turning heads

2010-03-27T21:05:00.000-07:00

Little Steve Rivers is huge: Stephen Rivers, the younger brother of former N.C. State and Pro Bowl quarterback Philip Rivers, is turning a lot of heads at Athens (Ala.) High.The junior quarterback is 6 feet 7 and 210 pounds and threw for 2,100 yards last season on a 7-4 team. He has written offers from UCLA, Arizona State, Stanford, Tennessee, Mississippi State, South Alabama and N.C.

RB Toby Gerhart to visit Chargers

2010-03-27T20:54:00.001-07:00

Source: NFL PostStanford running back Toby Gerhart is scheduled to visit the San Diego Chargers on Thursday, according to an NFL source with knowledge of the situation.Gerhart ran the 40-yard dash in 4.55 seconds at the NFL scouting combine, registered a 38-inch vertical leap, scored the highest Wonderlic score among the running backs with a 30 and bench pressed 225 pounds 22 times.

Vasher headed to San Diego

2010-03-27T20:34:00.000-07:00

Source: Chicigobreakigsports.com Former Pro Bowl cornerback Nathan Vasher is close to signing a contract with the San Diego Chargers, according to a source close to the player. The Bears released Vasher 10 days ago after general manager Jerry Angelo said at the combine that the team would take him to training camp. In San Diego, Vasher will be able to reunite with former Bears

Chargers Team Report 3-27-10

2010-03-27T10:30:00.000-07:00

By: Scott Yoffe at Chargers.comClassy move: Chargers President Dean Spanos recently surprised every member of the Chargers’ staff with a customized “Game Ball” from the team’s AFC West clinching win over Cincinnati on Dec. 20. The ball marks a memorable day for all as Nate Kaeding kicked a 52-yard field goal to win the game, 27-24, and moments later Oakland upset Denver at Invesco Field to

Chargers offseason workouts begin Monday

2010-03-25T23:27:00.000-07:00

Source: Chargers.comThe Chargers’ 2010 season doesn’t officially kickoff for another six months, but the team’s 12-week offseason strength and conditioning program begins Monday. Player participation is voluntary, but since head coach Norv Turner arrived in San Diego in 2007, player attendance at the team’s offseason workouts has been near perfect. “Everybody here knows the impact our

Chargers recieve 5th round draft pick

2010-03-22T18:51:00.000-07:00

The Chargers on Monday received an additional 2010 draft pick as part of the NFL’s compensatory draft pick system. San Diego now has the 168th pick (fifth round) as compensation for free agents lost in the 2009 offseason. The Chargers lost defensive lineman Igor Olshanksy and center Mike Goff while signing linebacker Kevin Burnett. Compensatory free agent compensation is determined by an NFL

Whitehurst to Seahawks; Chargers get great deal!

2010-03-17T16:20:00.000-07:00

Seahawks acquired QB Charlie Whitehurst from the Chargers in exchange for a 2010 swap of second-round picks and a third-round pick in 2011.The move will pay off for Seattle if Whitehurst becomes Matt Hasselbeck's eventual successor, but the Bolts got quite an awesome deal! They move up 20 spots in round two and get a premium 2011 pick for a player with two pass attempts in four seasons,

Chargers Team Report 3-16-10

2010-03-16T14:14:00.000-07:00

Source: USA TodayThe commotion from the start of free agency is in full bloom, and, as expected, the Chargers are in full retreat. Maybe that’s a bit of a stretch but know this: the Chargers seldom make a big splash in the free-agency pool. “We are always players in the free agency market,” Chargers general manager A. J Smith said. “We’re just not big players for the big-money guys.” There

Executive Vice President Steeg leaves Chargers

2010-03-16T14:02:00.000-07:00

Source: Chargers.comSan Diego Chargers Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer Jim Steeg announced today he is leaving the organization effective March 31 to pursue “further challenges.” “I have decided that there are further challenges that I would like the opportunity to pursue during my professional career,” Steeg said. “Given my goals and aspirations, I did not think it

LT signs with the J-E-T-S, Lame - Lame - Lame

2010-03-15T15:19:00.000-07:00

Ladainian Tomlinson signed a 2-year deal with the team that kicked the Chargers out of the Playoffs, the New York Jets. Considering that Marty's son is there and the fact he will probably get allot more carries with the Jets rather than behind Adrian Peterson, the signing comes as no suprise. The Chargers don't play the Jets this year, but isn't another showdown between the two teams in this

Chargers sign CB Strickland

2010-03-13T10:31:00.000-08:00

Source: Chargers.com The Chargers announced late Friday afternoon that they’d reached an agreement on a two-year contract with free agent cornerback Donald Strickland, formerly of the New York Jets. The 5-10, 185-pound Strickland played in 11 games with two starts for the Jets in 2009, including a reserve role in New York’s Divisional Playoff win in San Diego. He finished the year with 25

Chargers acquire RB Marcus Mason

2010-03-09T12:46:00.000-08:00

Source: TwiitterThe Chargers added depth to their offensive backfield on Monday, claiming running back Marcus Mason off waivers from the Washington Redskins. The 5-9, 215-pound former All-America running back from Youngstown State spent the better part of his first two NFL seasons on the practice squads of the Redskins and Baltimore Ravens before getting an opportunity to play last season for

Is Ryan Mathews the next RB for the Chargers?

2010-03-08T11:46:00.000-08:00

By: Todd Kaufmann"With the 28th pick in the 2010 NFL Draft, the San Diego Chargers select Ryan Mathews out of Fresno State." Those are words that a lot of people are wondering if they're going to hear, especially Mathews himself. There's no question that San Diego would be a great place for Ryan to play, and it's not far from the central California valley where he grew up. But where does Ryan

Kris Wilson and Alfonso Boone agree to contracts

2010-03-05T22:07:00.000-08:00

SAN DIEGO - The San Diego Chargers have agreed to terms with tight end Kris Wilson and defensive end Alfonso Boone. Both received two-year contracts. Wilson just completed his second season with the Chargers, catching four passes for 28 yards, with one touchdown. Boone joined the Chargers last year and started four of 13 games played.

Chargers Team Report 3-6-10

2010-03-05T21:54:00.000-08:00

Source: USA TodayThe Chargers continue to make sweeping changes to their roster by releasing Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jamal Williams. The longtime heart and soul of the team’s interior defense was let go, joining LaDainian Tomlinson as past featured players hitting the streets. But unlike Tomlinson, there is a chance Williams could return — but that’s no guarantee. “This is a difficult time of

Chargers trade Cromartie to Jets

2010-03-05T21:49:00.000-08:00

NeW YORK (AP)—It just got a lot tougher to throw against the New York Jets. A few hours before the NFL’s free agency period began, the Jets improved their secondary in a big way by agreeing in principle with the San Diego Chargers to acquire talented but troubled cornerback Antonio Cromartie on Thursday night. The Jets confirmed the deal, but didn’t release specifics—although it is believed to be

Jamal Williams and Michael Bennett

2010-03-04T19:33:00.000-08:00

Source: SD TribuneDarren Sproles is staying. Jamal Williams is leaving. The Chargers changed their mind on Sproles, opting Thursday morning to place a first-and-third tender on the dynamic running back and kick returner. Williams, a Pro Bowl nose tackle who had been with the Chargers for 12 seasons, was released. He will be 34 next month, would have been owed a $1 million roster bonus and was

Chargers will keep Sproles

2010-03-04T12:21:00.000-08:00

Source: SD TribuneThe Chargers have changed their minds. The team is placing a first-and-third tender on running back Darren Sproles, sources said Thursday morning. Sproles had been notified last week the Chargers would not tender him as a restricted free agent and would allow him to test the market as an unrestricted free agent. The move guarantees Sproles a salary of $7.27 million if he

Chargers determined to keep top free agents

2010-03-01T15:39:00.000-08:00

INDIANAPOLIS — The Chargers appear determined to keep their remaining four top restricted free agents after allowing running back Darren Sproles to test the market. According to sources familiar with the Chargers’ intentions, the team is expected to place the first-and-third tender on left tackle Marcus McNeill, linebacker Shawne Merriman and receivers Malcom Floyd and Vincent Jackson. That is

Lions in trade talks with Chargers for Cromartie

2010-03-01T15:31:00.000-08:00

INDIANAPOLIS — The Detroit Lions have talked to the Chargers about a potential trade for San Diego cornerback Antonio Cromartie, the Detroit Free Press confirmed. Kevin Acee, who writes about the Chargers for The San Diego Union-Tribune, posted on his Twitter account it's "not a done deal" but he is hearing Cromartie "could be a Lion soon." Cromartie, 25, is considered one of the

Chargers will non-tender Sproles

2010-02-26T21:27:00.000-08:00

Source: Associated PressSAN DIEGO (AP)—First LaDainian Tomlinson, and now Darren Sproles.The San Diego Chargers have decided not to tender a contract to Sproles, allowing the speedy running back to test the free agent market, a person with knowledge of the situation said Friday.The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team hasn’t made an official announcement.The move came four

Chargers Team Report 2-26-10

2010-02-26T21:24:00.000-08:00

Source: USA TodayIt’s a question which could dog Chargers fans for years. A mystery which really never will be solved.It comes to light again in the wake of the team releasing the incomparable LaDainian Tomlinson.As the future Hall of Famer heads for another team, he does so by leaving behind an offense which is pass-first.This isn’t always the way it was.Not when Tomlinson, the NFL’s MVP in

Top RBs in the 2010 Draft

2010-02-24T17:14:00.000-08:00

Source: Chargers.com The Chargers will be in search of a running back this spring and NFL Network draft analyst Mike Mayock says the 2010 draft is a good place to find one. After speaking for nearly 10 minutes Monday about the vast accomplishment and contributions of LaDainian Tomlinson, Chargers President Dean Spanos was asked how he planned to go about replacing the future Hall of Fame

21 best memories of 21

2010-02-23T11:47:00.000-08:00

Source: Chargers.com As we celebrate LaDainian Tomlinson’s nine breathtaking seasons in San Diego, Chargers.com takes a look back at the 21 most memorable moments of the future Hall of Famer’s time in lightning bolts. 21. Becoming a Bolt – April 21, 2001 – The Chargers owned the first pick in the draft but swung a trade with the Atlanta Falcons, who wanted to draft quarterback Michael

A very sad day

2010-02-22T17:46:00.000-08:00

Source: Chargers.comRunning back LaDainian Tomlinson, the Chargers all-time leading rusher, was released today after nine remarkable seasons in San Diego. Chargers President Dean Spanos met with Tomlinson today and informed his veteran running back that he is being released. “This is a part of the business that I hate, and it’s particularly hard when you’re dealing with someone I consider

Entire coaching staff will return

2010-02-19T19:01:00.000-08:00

Source: Chargers.comThe entire Chargers coaching staff will return intact in 2010. Prior to the 2009 season, Chargers Head Coach Norv Turner made six changes to his coaching staff. Following an adjustment period early in the season, the moves paid dividends as San Diego won 11-straight games to finish the season. Adaptation won’t be necessary in 2010. All of the Chargers’ assistants are

Chargers Team Report 2-18-10

2010-02-18T12:01:00.000-08:00

Source: SD Tribune/USA TodayAntonio Cromartie has been and remains on the trading block. It was reported last March that the Chargers planned to try to trade Cromartie but that those plans were contingent on the club acquiring another cornerback. Four weeks ago, following the 2009 season, it was reported that the Chargers likely would try to trade Cromartie again. Rumblings about his being

2009 Chargers: By the numbers

2010-02-11T15:48:00.000-08:00

Key statistics from the 2009 San Diego Chargers season. 2 – Number of touchbacks this season for Mike Scifres in 52 punts. Scifres, who specializes in placing the ball and pinning opponents deep, tied three other players for the fewest in the NFL in this critical category. 4 – Number of consecutive AFC West titles for the Chargers. Since the NFL realigned in 2002, no team other than

Brees vs. Rivers: Chargers still made right choice

2010-02-09T14:32:00.000-08:00

Source: SD TribuneDrew Brees now is a Super Bowl-winning quarterback, and while we can try pointing more fingers than a school of squid as to the why of it — the reason he accomplished this as a Saint and not as a Charger — in the end they all aim at one person: Drew Brees. Nothing personal. When it mattered, when the team thought he had a chance to be The Guy, he wasn’t nearly good enough.

Johnson living nightmare

2010-02-05T13:15:00.000-08:00

Source: Chargers.com The last two weeks have been a nightmare for Travis Johnson after his four-year old daughter Zoe suffered a stroke in mid-January. She remains hospitalized. Since the Chargers’ season came to an end, defensive end Travis Johnson has spent has spent his days pacing in a hospital room, praying constantly and shedding plenty of tears. “The last two weeks have been the worst

Tomlinson says he won't be back with Bolts

2010-02-04T14:37:00.000-08:00

LaDainian Tomlinson knows he has played his last game as a Charger. “I’m not coming back,” Tomlinson told The San Diego Union-Tribune on Thursday. “I don’t believe I’ll be back in San Diego. I’ve accepted it.” After more than a month of saying he did not know what would happen, Tomlinson said he has believed for a while he would be let go by the Chargers. “I’ve been praying and meditating,” he

LT Not Happy

2010-02-03T12:43:00.000-08:00

Source: BoltHypeIf you didn't have the time to listen to the link posted by Axion yesterday of LaDainian Tomlinson's interview with Scott & BR, I've broken down most of the key points after the jump. I even added in my two cents to most of his comments, because I'm a self-absorbed ego-maniac. I know it's silly when I tell stories from my one day in the Chargers locker room and act as if they're

Chargers Shine In Pro Bowl

2010-02-01T12:45:00.000-08:00

Source: Chargers.com Four Chargers players played key roles and Head Coach Norv Turner and his staff led the AFC squad to a 41-34 win in the Pro Bowl Sunday night. FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. - The 2010 Pro Bowl was a lot different than in past years. It was set in a new location, played two weeks earlier than in years past and had a bit of a different atmosphere. But for the Chargers’ coaches

Poor Kaeding

2010-01-28T12:06:00.000-08:00

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Nate Kaeding did not sleep that night and was in the Chargers’ complex at 5 o’clock the next morning, watching his kicks on a big screen in a darkened room. He spent time last week — when he wasn’t in seclusion with his wife and two young children — being counseled by his coaches. It seems Kaeding has reached a point of being ready to at least try to move forward, but he

San Diego Chargers: For Better or For Worse

2010-01-26T13:42:00.000-08:00

By: Zach FriendI know there are better ways to spend a Sunday. I've seen others do it -- productive things like fixing the leaky faucet or spending time with your family. But ever since I moved away from San Diego, I spend my Sundays scouring television guides, Internet stations and my friends' satellite dishes to watch my beloved team. Every year, I show my loyalty and build hope for a year

Letting go of letting Brees go

2010-01-26T13:30:00.000-08:00

By: Tim SullivanDrew Brees is the hurt that won’t heal, the second guess that won’t stop, the big arm that got away, Ryan Leaf in reverse. Just as the grief of Chargers fans was transitioning from anger to, well, more anger, just after one local pastor opened his Sunday sermon by lamenting the Bolts’ playoff loss to “the stupid Jets,” here was Brees sprinkling creole salt on San Diego’s open

Chargers Staying Put Next Season

2010-01-26T13:06:00.000-08:00

Source: San Diego TribuneChargers home games will be at Qualcomm Stadium for at least one more season as the team tries to build support for a new venue in downtown San Diego. The announcement that the team won’t trigger the termination clause in its lease this year came yesterday from Chargers special counsel Mark Fabiani. But Fabiani, who has spearheaded the team’s stadium search since 2002,

Vincent Jackson to Pro Bowl

2010-01-25T12:11:00.000-08:00

Source: Chargers.com Chargers wide receiver Vincent Jackson learned Sunday that he’ll make his first Pro Bowl appearance next week in Miami. Vincent Jackson was added to the AFC Pro Bowl roster Sunday, making him the sixth Charger to receive the honor this season. Jackson replaces Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne, who won’t participate due to his team advancing to the Super Bowl. Jackson

Merriman Shocked by Paternity Suit

2010-01-22T13:53:00.000-08:00

Source: SD TribuneShawne Merriman said he’s excited about becoming a father for the first time. His close friend, Tiffany Horne, is pregnant. The two have known each other for almost six years and have a good relationship, he said. Which is why the Chargers linebacker said he was “shocked” to learn yesterday that a paternity case was filed against him in Horne’s name this week in San Diego

Rivers withdraws from Pro Bowl

2010-01-20T20:32:00.000-08:00

Source: SD TribuneSome day, Philip Rivers will play in a Pro Bowl. This won't be that year. For the third time in his four seasons as a starter, Rivers has withdrawn from the Pro Bowl due to the impending birth of his fifth child. Rivers withdrew last year to rest his knees. He withdrew after the 2006 season due to a foot injury. He is healthy now, but his wife is due any day.Rivers finished

Interview with Dean Spanos

2010-01-20T20:21:00.000-08:00

By: Casey Pearce As it did for all Chargers fans, the end to the 2009 season came much too soon for team President Dean Spanos. Despite his huge disappointment, he still looks forward with optimism. Now that a few days have passed, how are you feeling about last Sunday’s game? “I’m still very disappointed. I think it’s going to take a few weeks to get over it. I’m as disappointed as the

Effects Of A Potential Uncapped 2010 Season

2010-01-20T15:10:00.000-08:00

By: The National Football LeagueMany fans have asked about the effects of a potential uncapped 2010 season. Here's a Q&AQ. When does the CBA expire should there be no extension to the agreement? A. In March of 2011. Q. Will there be a college draft in 2011? A. Yes. Q. What is the “Final League Year” in the current agreement? A. The “Final League Year” is the term used in the CBA to refer to the

Vasquez named to PFW All-Rookie Team

2010-01-19T20:55:00.000-08:00

By: Casey PearceChargers guard Louis Vasquez named to Pro Football Weekly’s All-Rookie First Team. When the Chargers used a third-round pick in April’s draft to select guard Louis Vasquez, they thought they were getting a smart, physical offensive lineman who was capable of quickly transitioning from his collegiate spread offense to San Diego’s pro-style attack. Vasquez proved to be just

Norv: This team can win a Super Bowl

2010-01-19T20:34:00.000-08:00

Source: SD TribuneSo the Chargers have been eliminated from the playoffs again. Their fourth straight trip to the NFL's final eight was as futile as the first three. So close. So far. "When you get to that point where you're one of eight, you know youre two games away," Norv Turner said at a noon press conference. "That's the disappointing thing for me." We're all wondering -- aren't we? --

Chargers vow to regroup

2010-01-19T14:59:00.000-08:00

Source: SD TribuneAs the Chargers and their faithful take tepid steps away from the carnage of one of the worst losses in franchise history, there are some things to know and some things to wonder about. First, the head coach isn’t going anywhere. Norv Turner signed a three-year contract extension yesterday. Second, the general manager isn’t going anywhere. A.J. Smith’s five-year extension hasn

Turner signs three-year extension

2010-01-18T19:47:00.000-08:00

Source: Chargers.comSan Diego President Dean Spanos signed Head Coach Norv Turner to a three-year contract extension today, extending his contract through the 2013 season. "I'm extremely proud of the job Norv has done with this team," said Spanos. "In three seasons he's led the team to three division titles. I'm confident that if we strengthen our roster and continue to provide Norv the assets

San Diego Super Chokers....Fuck You Kaeding!!

2010-01-17T18:43:00.000-08:00

SAN DIEGO — New York is halfway toward that Super Bowl parade promised by coach Rex Ryan after rookies Mark Sanchez and Shonn Greene led the Jets to a stunning 17-14 upset of the San Diego Chargers in the divisional playoffs Sunday. Sanchez threw a go-ahead, 2-yard touchdown pass to tight end Dustin Keller three plays into the fourth quarter, then Greene gave the Jets some breathing room with a

Road to new stadium gets first green light

2010-01-14T10:53:00.000-08:00

DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO — San Diego’s downtown redevelopment arm yesterday secured the first approval in a series it needs to spend larger amounts of money repairing blight downtown. Chief among the beneficiaries of the effort would be the San Diego Chargers. The team wants to build a football stadium downtown and needs hundreds of millions of dollars of public money for a venue that could cost up to

Chargers Team Report 1-13-10

2010-01-13T12:31:00.000-08:00

Source: USA TodaySpry? A spring in their step? Set to go? Whatever the term, the Chargers’ bye week went as planned. Coach Norv Turner said the Chargers were at full strength as they began preparations Monday for the Jets. The two teams tangle on Sunday in an AFC Divisional Playoff game at Qualcomm Stadium, with the winner advancing to face the Colts-Ravens’ victor. The Chargers are going through

Scouting the Jets

2010-01-10T19:35:00.000-08:00

Source: SD TribuneIn this era of pass-happy teams, the New York Jets are a throwback to the days when the formula for winning was running the ball and playing defense – two things these Jets do extremely well. They ranked No. 1 in the NFL in six major statistical categories – rushing yards; fewest total yards allowed, passing yards allowed, first downs allowed, third-down conversion percentage

Coryell Finalist For Hall Of Fame

2010-01-08T15:57:00.000-08:00

Source: San Diego TribuneDon Coryell just took a giant step closer to a place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, advancing to the final round of 15 nominees for the first time, it was announced Friday. The former Chargers and St. Louis Cardinals head coach, who already earned a spot in the College Football Hall of Fame for his success at San Diego State, made it with a groundswell of support for

Chargers No Longer Target for L.A.

2010-01-06T11:56:00.000-08:00

The developer of a NFL stadium in L.A. has said he will not talk to the Chargers while they are in the process of considering how to build a stadium in San Diego, according to the voiceofsandiego.org. Developer Ed Roski had previously indicated that the Chargers would be on the main targets for a team to move to L.A. Now he says that the Jacksonville Jaguars and Buffalo Bills are his top two

Holt to injured list, sign linebacker Dontarrious Thomas

2010-01-06T11:48:00.000-08:00

The San Diego Chargers have placed linebacker James Holt on "Reserve-Injured" and signed veteran linebacker Dontarrious Thomas to take his place on the active roster.Thomas (6-2, 241), in his sixth NFL season, originally entered the NFL as a second-round pick of the Minnesota Vikings in 2004. He has appeared in 63 games, including 10 starts, and has 47 career special teams tackles. Thomas spent

Playoff Veterans

2010-01-05T12:04:00.000-08:00

SAN DIEGO — It’s in the newfound boringness of so many previously talkative Chargers. It’s in the way they work on Wednesday and the way they walk away from games on Sunday, ready for Monday and what comes next.It’s in how they finished the season, making it important even when it didn’t matter.“I’m just amazed by the focus at this point,” tight end Antonio Gates said. “The preparation is still

Chargers Team Report 1-5-10

2010-01-05T11:55:00.000-08:00

Source: USA TodayThe Chargers enjoy a bye this week, thanks to earning the AFC’s No. 2 playoff seed.But the Chargers won’t be kicking completely back. They know their real season is about to start, and they will treat this week accordingly.Coach Norv Turner said the players would attack practices in a manner that doesn’t allow for rust.“I think it’s something this team has done a good job. … We

First Playoff Game is on Jan. 17

2010-01-04T14:07:00.000-08:00

Source: SD TribuneThe Chargers will play their first postseason game at 1:40 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 17, at Qualcomm Stadium, the NFL announced today. If New England defeats Baltimore this weekend, the Chargers will play the Patriots. But if the Ravens win, then the Chargers will play the winner of the game between Cincinnati and the New York Jets. This is the second straight year the

Chargers' Perfect Ending

2010-01-03T20:22:00.000-08:00

SAN DIEGO – Why, yes, it was a ‘Skins game. Just like the kind they usually play in golf this time of year, the so-called “silly season.” Meaningless. An exhibition. The only real conclusion to be drawn from the Chargers' 23-20 win over the Washington at Qualcomm Stadium is just that. It was a conclusion. Now complete is a regular season in which the Chargers lost three of their first five,

Chargers Team Report 1-1-10

2010-01-01T15:07:00.000-08:00

Source: USA TodayThe accolades for Mr. December keep rolling in for Philip Rivers. Now, can he keep it going into January and beyond? Rivers, fresh off being named to the Pro Bowl squad, was named the Chargers’ most valuable player this week by his teammates. Rivers is having a career year and finished another December – his fourth – undefeated. Come Sunday against the Redskins, two things will

Rivers, Gates, Jackson, Phillips, Jammer, Osgood, McNeill & Cooper receive team honors

2009-12-30T12:36:00.000-08:00

Source:Chargers.comPhilip Rivers, in the midst of a potential NFL MVP season, was voted the Chargers’ Most Valuable Player by teammates. Rivers, who has thrown for a career-high 4,155 yards and 27 touchdowns, wins his second-consecutive team MVP award a day after being chosen to his second-career Pro Bowl squad.Offensive Player of the Year (Rodney Culver Memorial Award) honors will be split

Five Chargers named to Pro Bowl

2009-12-29T16:39:00.000-08:00

SAN DIEGO – The Chargers have placed five players — all repeats — on the AFC squad for next month’s Pro Bowl. Picked for his sixth straight all-star game was tight end Antonio Gates, named Tuesday with quarterback Philip Rivers, placekicker Nate Kaeding, left guard Kris Dielman and special teams standout Kassim Osgood. It’s the third straight year Dielman has been selected and the third time in

LT still healthy, thanks to Sproles

2009-12-29T12:14:00.000-08:00

SAN DIEGO – Darren Sproles, a 5-foot-6 Hercules known to his family and friends as Tank, might prove to be more valuable to the Chargers this season than even his NFL-leading 2,279 all-purpose yards would suggest. LaDainian Tomlinson, with an essentially inconsequential game to still survive, is looking forward to going into this postseason strong. For that, LT can thank his head coach and

Rivers For League MVP!

2009-12-27T17:11:00.000-08:00

San Diego Tribune:The Chargers are a pretty loose team, prone to in-game sideline discussions about various topics.Last night, as a game turned into a rout and a quarterback showed a national television audience there are more than three quarterbacks in the NFL, the conversation among some trying to keep warm on the Chargers’ bench at LP Field turned to the NFL MVP race.The talk centered on

Bolts Staying Focused

2009-12-27T16:56:00.000-08:00

San Diego Tribune:The Chargers have secured the AFC’s No. 2 seed, and they know what that means.Nothing, really.“I think going the bye route gives you an advantage,” head coach Norv Turner said. “It doesn’t guarantee you anything. You still have to play good.”While teams fight for the coveted top two seeds and the bye week and at least one home game that are included, three of the past four Super

Hardwick Lookin' Good!

2009-12-26T12:56:00.000-08:00

Source: San Diego TribuneCenter Nick Hardwick played last night for the first time since tearing ligaments in his ankle in the season opener and having surgery a little more than a week later.“It felt great,” Hardwick said after playing three quarters of the Chargers’ 42-17 win over Tennessee. “It felt great just to make it through.”Hardwick, who the Chargers wisely kept on the roster despite

Merry F*ckin' Christmas! No. 2 Seed, First Round Bye!

2009-12-25T20:36:00.000-08:00

NASHVILLE – The first time he threw deep, putting the headwind and the Tennessee Titans to the quick test, the ball seemed to flutter slightly and landed well short of its target. That was, a wide-open Vincent Jackson on a streak pattern with nothing but grass between him and the goal line.However, if the breeze, the Christmas chill and other elements proved an initial impediment, they were not

Chargers sign veteran center; Mruczkowski on Reserve-Injured

2009-12-22T20:08:00.000-08:00

Source: Chargers.com The San Diego Chargers placed center Scott Mruczkowski on IR and signed veteran center Eric Ghiaciuc. The San Diego Chargers placed center Scott Mruczkowski (merch-COW-ski) on Reserve-Injured today due to an ankle injury he suffered during the final, game-winning drive in last weekend's win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Mruczkowski started the last 13 games at center

Chargers Team Report 12-22-09

2009-12-22T18:16:00.000-08:00

Source: USA TodayThe Chargers haven’t had too many more exciting wins lately than Sunday’s. Not only did Nate Kaeding kick a 52-yard field goal with three seconds left for the margin of victory, but the Chargers clinched their fourth consecutive AFC West title.The Chargers can enjoy all that — for about 10 minutes.Thanks to the NFL schedule gurus, they must hop on a plane Thursday and play in

Bolts Face A Challenge On Christmas

2009-12-21T19:30:00.000-08:00

By Casey Pearce at Chargers.comThe Chargers are 6-1 on the road this season, but face one of their biggest challenges this week as they travel to Tennessee for a Christmas night contest. The Chargers have an opportunity to go 7-1 on the road for the first time in franchise history. However, to do so they’ll have to overcome some unique challenges in preparation for a Friday night contest two

Chargers Are 2009 AFC West Champions!

2009-12-21T17:14:00.000-08:00

SAN DIEGO — By the time the San Diego Chargers could exhale, they had clinched their fourth straight AFC West title as well as pulling out a dramatic win over the grieving Cincinnati Bengals. Yes, it was a crazy several minutes at Qualcomm late Sunday afternoon. Nate Kaeding kicked a 52-yard field goal with 3 seconds left and the Chargers rallied for a 27-24 win over the Bengals, who got a tying

Chargers Team Report 12-17-09

2009-12-17T13:36:00.001-08:00

Source: USA TodayThe streaking Chargers have followed this pattern before: Start slow and finish fast. But the Chargers want to go somewhere they haven’t gone since 1995 — a Super Bowl. But good luck having the Chargers broach that kind of banter before Sunday’s game with the visiting Cincinnati Bengals. Among the reasons the Chargers were able to shed a 2-3 start and win eight straight games is

Ochocinco Asking To Go 'Lights Out'

2009-12-17T13:04:00.000-08:00

SAN DIEGO — Chad Ochocinco wants to fight Shawne Merriman. Merriman says that if anything happens Sunday between the two stars, it will be just like his nickname: Lights Out. Ochocinco, the unpredictable Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver, went off on the San Diego Chargers’ outside linebacker during a conference call with San Diego reporters on Wednesday. The Chargers (10-3) host the Bengals (9-

Playoff Scenarios

2009-12-15T17:26:00.000-08:00

Source: SD TribuneThe Chargers clinch their fourth consecutive playoff berth with a victory over (or tie against) the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. Or they could lose and still clinch if one of six other combinations occur (See below). The Chargers clinch the No.2 seed in the AFC and the bye that comes with it by beating the Bengals and having Denver and New England lose or tie. To clinch the

The Beloved Charger Nation!

2009-12-15T16:53:00.000-08:00

Source: Chargers.comIn a poll recently conducted by Sports Illustrated, NFL players were asked which team, other than their own, they’d most like to play for. The Chargers ranked second among the 32 teams as the most desirable team to play for. With the beaches, sunshine, restaurants, attractions and a winning NFL franchise, San Diego would seem to be the ideal home for a professional

Bolts' Stomp Cowboys, Looking To Playoffs

2009-12-14T13:02:00.000-08:00

ARLINGTON, Texas — A goal-line stand near the end of the first half, a long drive near the game’s end and big plays in between put the Chargers on the verge of their fourth straight playoff berth and perhaps more. “We took care of business here, and now we’re going to get ready,” receiver Vincent Jackson said. “Cincinnati’s our biggest game.” A 20-17 victory Sunday over the Dallas Cowboys on a

Chargers Team Report 12-11-09

2009-12-11T17:55:00.000-08:00

Source: USA TodayRiding yet another winning streak, it’s time for the Chargers to Cowboy Up. The Cowboys are up next for the first-place Chargers, as they tie up their seven-game winning streak to the hitching post outside splashy new Cowboys Stadium. The Chargers have been living large lately, extending their winning run thanks to playing two of the NFL’s dregs: the Chiefs and Browns. But that

Vote Rivers FedEx Player of the Week

2009-12-09T14:31:00.000-08:00

Philip Rivers is nominated for the FedEx Air player of the week. Show your support and vote as many times as you possibly can! Click Here to Vote!