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Chargers Daily Links: Wednesday Open Thread

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 […]

13 days ago | 1 read

Chargers defensive lineman earns praise from analyst

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 […]

14 days ago | 0 reads

Chargers interview trio of in-house names for defensive coordinator

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 […]

14 days ago | 0 reads

Chargers Daily Links: Tuesday Open Thread

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 […]

14 days ago | 4 reads

Chargers sign DT Teair Tart to 3-year extension

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. […]

15 days ago | 2 reads

Chargers make it official with new OC Mike McDaniel

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 […]

15 days ago | 3 reads

Philip Rivers pulls out of Bills HC search

On Monday morning, multiple NFL insiders reported that former Chargers quarterback Phillips Rivers has pulled out of consideration for the Bills’ head coach search after interviewing with the team this past week. Rivers came out of retirement this season to join the Colts and help them make a late playoff push, the Indy went 0-3 […]

15 days ago | 2 reads

Chargers Daily Links: Monday Open Thread

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 […]

15 days ago | 1 read

Chargers interview Rams’ Aubrey Pleasant for DC position

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 […]

16 days ago | 4 reads

Should Chargers trade WR Quentin Johnston?

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 […]

17 days ago | 5 reads

Mike McDaniel called off Bills interview in Florida

The Mike McDaniel situation continues with another chapter. On Saturday morning, ESPN’s Dianna Russini reported that Mike McDaniel called off his meeting with the Bills in Florida on Friday and he’s officially withdrawn his name from Buffalo’s head coach search. At the same time, Russini notes that McDaniel is still in the running for the […]

17 days ago | 1 read

Chargers complete interview with former Ravens DC Zach Orr

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 […]

18 days ago | 1 read

Chargers interview Dennard Wilson for DC vacancy

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 […]

18 days ago | 6 reads

Philip Rivers interviewing for Bills HG opening

In what has got to be one of the most surprising news breaks in this year’s coaching carousel cycle, the Buffalo Bills are reportedly interviewing former Chargers and Colts quarterback Philip Rivers for their head coach vacancy. Rivers came out of retirement this season to help Indianapolis make a late push for a playoff spot […]

18 days ago | 2 reads

Mike McDaniel interviewing for Bills HC opening

Despite the news earlier this week that former Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel was expected to take the job as the Chargers’ new offensive coordinator, it’s now being reported that he’s being interviewed for the Bills job as a replacement for Sean McDermott. Early Friday morning, insider Dianna Russini reported that McDaniel was meeting with […]

18 days ago | 3 reads

Chargers Daily Links: Friday Open Thread

Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Jesse Minter will be the Ravens new head coach (Chargers.com) Five potential Chargers draft targets to watch at the Shrine Bowl (Chargers Wire) The Chargers need to prepare for these players to follow Minter to the Ravens (Bolt Beat) […]

18 days ago | 2 reads

Ravens hire Chargers DC Jesse Minter as head coach

The Chargers will now have to find their second new coordinator of their offseason as Jesse Minter is being hired by the Baltimore Ravens to be their fourth head coach in franchise history. Minter called the Chargers defense for the past two seasons under head coach Jim Harbaugh. He followed Harbaugh from the University of […]

19 days ago | 3 reads

Chargers Daily Links: Thursday Open Thread

Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Six offensive targets the Chargers should watch at this year’s Shrine Bowl (Chargers Wire) Tyreek Hill and two other Dolphins who could follow Mike McDaniel to the Chargers (Bolt Beat) Former Chargers HC Anthony Lynn may finally be getting […]

19 days ago | 5 reads

Chargers land highly-regarded DT prospect in Mel Kiper’s latest mock

Everyone and their mother knows that the Chargers’ biggest need this offseason is reinforcements along the interior offensive line. However, there are still plenty of draft analysts that believe the Bolts could stand to upgrade the interior of their defensive line. To be quite honest, I’m not entirely sure where this pressing need seems to […]

20 days ago | 3 reads

Chargers Daily Links: Wednesday Open Thread

Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Chargers mock draft tracker 1.0 (Chargers.com) Chargers tracker for all offensive coordinator interviews thus far (Chargers.com) Check out photos of Mike McDaniel, whom the Chargers are expected to hire as their new OC (Chargers Wire) The expected hire of […]

20 days ago | 3 reads

Chargers expected to make Mike McDaniel new OC

The Chargers have found their next offensive coordinator. According to NFL insider Adam Schefter, the Chargers are expected to make former Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel their next offensive play-caller, replacing Greg Roman who was fired following the team’s wild card loss to the Patriots. McDaniel has spent the past four seasons with Miami where […]

21 days ago | 4 reads

Chargers predicted to sign major free agent for offensive line

It’s clear that the Los Angeles Chargers need to improve their offensive line throughout the offseason. While Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater should return from injuries, the team needs to do its best to shore up the interior part of the line. “The Chargers’ top priority from last offseason remains the same, as center Bradley […]

21 days ago | 1 read

Chargers interview Cardinals pass game coordinator for OC vacancy

The Chargers doubled up on interviews for their vacant offensive coordinator position on Monday as they followed Arthur Smith’s interview with another involving Cardinals pass game coordinator/wide receivers coach Drew Terrell. Terrell has been in his role since the 2023 season and has previous NFL stops with the Carolina Panthers (2018-2019) and Washington Commanders (2020-2022). […]

21 days ago | 4 reads

Chargers interview former Falcons HC for OC vacancy

On Monday morning, the Chargers announced that they had completed an interview with former Falcons head coach and Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith in their continued search to replace the recently fired Greg Roman. The 43-year old Smith called plays for Pittsburgh over the last two seasons under former head coach Mike Tomlin. The Steelers […]

21 days ago | 5 reads

Chargers Daily Links: Tuesday Open Thread

Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Keep tabs on all the coaches being interviewed for the Chargers opening at offensive coordinator (Chargers.com) Tuli Tuipulotu and Derwin James were named to PFWA’s All-AFC Team (Chargers.com) Who would be the perfect first-round draft pick for the Chargers […]

21 days ago | 1 read