NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe were voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the smallest induction class in 20 years following offseason rule changes meant to make it harder to get inducted. Sharpe got in as a seniors candidate in voting announced on Feb. 6 […]
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Chargers linebacker Khalil Mack will consider retirement during the offseason
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Khalil Mack is set to become a free agent for the first time in his 11-year career. Whether the Los Angeles Chargers linebacker decides to test the waters, though, is not the first thought on his mind. Mack said on Jan. 12 that he is considering retirement but will take […]
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From stories to work shirts, how Jim Harbaugh’s approach has turned around the Los Angeles Chargers
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Jim Harbaugh’s football philosophy is rooted in being physical on both sides of the ball and wearing down an opponent.However, when it comes to relating to his players, it is nothing but love, respect and adulation. Like he did with the San Francisco 49ers and the University of Michigan, Harbaugh […]
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Justin Herbert and Chargers secure AFC’s No. 5 seed with 34-20 win over Raiders
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert said he could tell from the noise his teammates made from neighboring meeting rooms on on Jan. 4 “that good things were happening.” Los Angeles needed the Steelers to lose to the Bengals that night to have a shot at the fifth seed in the AFC playoffs. […]
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Jim Harbaugh and Chargers focused on accomplishing more after wrapping up playoff berth
Jim Harbaugh, Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers celebrated in the locker room on Dec. 28 after they wrapped up a playoff spot with a 40-7 victory over the New England Patriots. But even as they realized one goal by making the postseason, Harbaugh tried to keep things focused on the road ahead by […]
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Taking advantage of an obscure rule, Chargers’ Dicker makes NFL’s first fair-catch kick in 48 years
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Of all the rules in football, Jim Harbaugh considers the obscure fair-catch kick to be his favorite. The Los Angeles Chargers coach had the opportunity to try one on Dec. 19 for only the second time in his career. This time, his kicker got three points from one of the most […]
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Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins looking to continue strong start
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — J.K. Dobbins made a successful return one year after an Achilles injury. He is looking for more. Dobbins rushed for 135 yards on 10 carries on Sept. 8, helping the Los Angeles Chargers to a 22-10 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. He became the first Chargers running back in […]
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Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert ready to get the season started
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is ready for the regular season, especially after what turned out to be an eventful training camp. Getting up to speed with a new offense, missing two weeks because of a foot injury, and then being stuck in an elevator for two hours the night before […]
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Harbaugh says Kaepernick will not be a player or coach with the Chargers this season
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — If Colin Kaepernick wants to join the Los Angeles Chargers, it will not be until next year at the earliest. And it will only be as a member of Jim Harbaugh’s coaching staff. “I love Colin, but he’s not going to be on the coaching staff, which is set for […]
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Jim Harbaugh’s first practice, new facility give Chargers a feeling of rebirth
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers’ first practice of training camp had elements of a rebirth. Not only was it the first practice under coach Jim Harbaugh, who made an appearance at this year’s Coronado Fourth of July parade, it was the team’s first workout in their new practice facility. The Chargers […]
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Harbaugh returning to NFL to coach Chargers after leading Michigan to national title
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Jim Harbaugh was hired as head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers on Wednesday, Jan. 24, leaving Michigan after capping his ninth season as coach of college football’s winningest program with the school’s first national championship since 1997. Harbaugh signed a five-year deal a person close to the negotiations told The […]
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Los Angeles Chargers interview former Titans coach Vrabel, ex-Stanford coach Shaw for opening
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Former Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel was among two candidates on Thursday who interviewed for the Los Angeles Chargers opening. The Chargers also announced earlier in the day that former Stanford University coach David Shaw interviewed, bringing the total number to 11. The Chargers are looking for a coach and […]
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Are the Chargers Heading for a Rebuild?
As the Los Angeles Chargers approach their Sunday Night Football matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, the first ten games of this season have revealed a stark truth about this team—they are, as the saying goes, “keeping on Chargering.” The preseason optimism, fueled by the talent at their disposal, led some to believe that this season […]
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Chargers News: How To Watch MNF Matchup Between Chargers and Jets This Week
One of the better games in this weekend’s NFL slate (we may be a little biased, but so what?) is the Monday Night Football matchup between the Los Angeles Chargers and the New York Jets. The game will be played at Metlife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey with kickoff scheduled for 5:15 p.m. PT. […]
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Chargers News: Taylor Swift Providing Major Boost To LA Opponent Travis Kelce’s Output
With an absurd 158 receiving yards halfway through the third quarter in today’s contest, a major trend is noticeable when it comes to Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce’s performances, as CBS broadcasters noticed during today’s ongoing matchup against your Los Angeles Chargers. When Taylor Swift is in attendance at a Kelce contest, Kelce […]
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Chargers News: This One Defensive Stat Could Cost Bolts Their Season
For the reputation they have, your Los Angeles Chargers’ defense has actually been surprisingly decent this season. Dan Wolkenstein of The LAFB Network has the full skinny: #Chargers defensive rankings through week 6: PPG: 23rd Sacks/game: 1st Turnovers: 15th Rush YPG: 14th Rush Y/A: 15th Pass YPG: 32nd RZ%: 14th 3rd Conv %: 5th 4th […]