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On Wednesday afternoon, just hours after his interview with the team, the Chargers announced they are hiring former safeties coach and Western Michigan defensive coordinator to call their defense for 2026 and beyond. O’Leary was hired by Jim Harbaugh to his initial staff in 2024 and quickly made waves in his first season with LA. […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 12 days ago | 4 reads
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Here’s why the Chargers chose Chris O’Leary to be their next defensive coordinator (Chargers.com) Five things to know about new DC Chris O’Leary (Chargers.com) The NFL world reacted to the Chargers hiring Chris O’Leary as their new DC (Chargers […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 12 days ago | 0 reads
In a stunning overnight development, the MAC Champion Western Michigan Broncos are set to be on the look for a new defensive playcaller, as the Los Angeles Chargers have hired Chris O’Leary as their new defensive coordinator. The move was announced just after midnight Eastern time on Thursday morning. O’Leary, who joined WMU’s staff in […]
From Hustle Belt | 12 days ago | 0 reads
Shortly after officially hiring former Miami Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel as their offensive coordinator, the Chargers hired a familiar face to join him in L.A.
From Phin Phanatic | 12 days ago | 1 read
We’re two weeks away from the official start of the 2026 NFL offseason and the Chargers have already been paired with a number of top defensive tackle prospects in this year’s draft class. Now I know the consensus seems to be that the Chargers HAVE TO draft a new center or guard in the first […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 12 days ago | 2 reads
One of the hottest names who has risen up the coaching ranks in recent years is former Broncos safety and current assistant head coach Jim Leonhard. Leonhard has been with the Broncos the past two seasons where he has also held the roles of defensive backs coach and defensive pass game coordinator. Leonhard starred for […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 12 days ago | 1 read
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: What is Mike McDaniel’s vision for Justin Herbert and the Chargers offense? (Chargers.com) Why did Mike McDaniel choose the Chargers over head coach opportunities? (Chargers.com) PFF named the Chargers’ breakout candidate for the 2026 season (Chargers Wire) The Chargers […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 13 days ago | 1 read
Mike McDaniel’s Impact on Omarion Hampton’s Role in the Chargers’ 2026 Season The Chargers hired Mike McDaniel as offensive coordinator following the dismissal of Greg Roman. McDaniel brings a Shanahan-tree-wide zone system that generated top-ranked offenses in Miami from 2022 to 2023. His scheme emphasizes horizontal spacing, pre-snap motion, and explosive plays through speed-in-space concepts. […]
From Gridiron Experts | 13 days ago | 1 read
The Los Angeles Chargers had one of the best defenses in the NFL this past season as Jesse Minter led the group to the number five overall unit in the league. Minter became the head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, but there are still a number of players that could stand out for the team […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 13 days ago | 0 reads
A more humble Mike McDaniel took to the podium on Tuesday as the Chargers' OC, and he was quick to take a subtle jab at his former Miami Dolphins QB.
From Phin Phanatic | 13 days ago | 5 reads
On Monday, the Chargers announced on Monday that they had completed a trio of interviews with in-house coaches for their defensive coordinator opening. They were outside linebackers/edge rushers coach Dylan Roney, safeties coach Adam Fuller, and defensive backs coach Steve Clinkscale. Roney finished his second season with the Chargers after following Jim Harbaugh out to […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 14 days ago | 0 reads
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Why Mike McDaniel and the Chargers are a perfect fit (Chargers.com) Here’s why extending Teair Tart was an easy call for the Chargers (Chargers.com) The Chargers interviewed two more names for their defensive coordinator opening (Chargers Wire) The Chargers […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 14 days ago | 3 reads
Philip Rivers is no longer in the mix for the Buffalo Bills’ head-coaching vacancy. Phillip Rivers Pulls Out of Bills Coaching Search According to NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo ( via X ), Rivers has withdrawn his name from consideration just days after interviewing with the Bills, who fired Sean McDermott following a 33-30 divisional-round loss to the Denver Broncos. The former Chargers and Colts quarterback, now 44, intrigued Buffalo as a high-upside, outside-the-box candidate — but ult...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 14 days ago | 1 read
On Monday, just hours after the Chargers announced the official hiring of Mike McDaniel as their new offensive coordinator, the team announced another signing with one of their best defenders from the 2025 season. Per ESPN’s Kris Rhim, the Chargers are inking defensive tackle Teair Tart to a three-year deal worth up to $37.5 million. […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 14 days ago | 1 read
The Chargers have finally made it official with their own unique announcement regarding their new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. After about a week since the initial reports that the Bolts were expected to hire McDaniel to replace Greg Roman, the social media team dropped a snippet from a video with McDaniel wearing the powder blue […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 14 days ago | 3 reads
The Atlanta Falcons have now filled all three coordinator positions, bringing aboard ex-Dolphins, Titans, and Chargers special teams coordinator Craig Aukerman for the same position on Kevin Stefanski’s staff. Aukerman is not a choice that will cause Falcons fans to party, but that would probably be true of any special teams coordinator. What he does […]
From The Falcoholic | 15 days ago | 2 reads
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: The Chargers interviewed Aubrey Pleasant for their defensive coordinator opening over the weekend (Chargers.com) Five things to know about Aubrey Pleasant, a potential DC candidate for the Chargers (Chargers.com) PFF laid out potential landing spots other than LA for […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 15 days ago | 1 read
On Saturday morning, the Chargers announced they have completed an interview with Rams assistant head coach and defensive pass game coordinator Aubrey Pleasant for their defensive coordinator vacancy. Pleasant has been with the Rams since 2023 and previously spent a four-year stint in LA coaching cornerbacks. Both Rams stints sandwich a two-year stretch where Pleasant […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 15 days ago | 4 reads
When a new head coach is hired in the NFL, often times players and coaches from their former team will be brought along to their new organization. Since John Harbaugh was hired by the New York Giants a few weeks ago, for example, rumors have swirled that the Giants will attempt to sign some of […]
From Baltimore Beatdown | 16 days ago | 3 reads
Cleveland met with a new head coaching candidate this week, as former Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn interviewed for the head coaching vacancy in Northeast Ohio yesterday. Lynn, who’s been serving as the Commanders’ run-game coordinator and running backs coach since the 2024 season, is known for his steady-handedness and leadership ability. Despite his time […]
From Dawgs By Nature | 16 days ago | 3 reads
If the Philadelphia Eagles want to bring Mekhi Becton back to Jeff Stoutland University this offseason, it sounds like they’re going to get a chance to do so. Becton is expected to be released by the Los Angeles Chargers after a disappointing season. Tony Pauline had the following to say about the matter in a […]
From Bleeding Green Nation | 16 days ago | 2 reads
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quinton Johnston is in an interesting position going into the offseason. Johnston, a first-round pick out of TCU, struggled at the beginning of his career. However, he has picked things up with improvements year-over-year. Even though he is getting better, the Chargers could end up deciding to move on from […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 17 days ago | 5 reads
A day after completing an interview with former Titans defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson, the Chargers officially announced they have completed another interview, this time with former Ravens DC Zach Orr. Orr has called the Ravens defense the past two seasons following the hire of Mike MacDonald to the Seahawks. In 2024, his first as a […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 17 days ago | 1 read
On Friday, the Chargers officially announced they have completed an interview with former Titans defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson for the same position. Wilson has spent the last two seasons calling the defense in Tennessee and spent the 2023 season coaching defensive backs for the Ravens. In Baltimore, Wilson oversaw the quick ascension of safety Kyle […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 17 days ago | 5 reads
With second interviews completed with a a trio of coaching candidates, the Las Vegas Raiders head coach search hit another gear this week. The team officially confirmed a pair of defensive-minded candidates — Carolina Panthers defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero and former Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter, who is slated to be the next […]
From Silver And Black Pride | 17 days ago | 6 reads