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Chargers sign Tulane TE after rookie tryout
Per NFL insider Tom Pelissero, the Chargers are signing another tight end who tried out for the team during last week’s rookie minicamp. Johnny Pascuzzi, a 6’3, 237-pound pass catcher, spent the first three seasons of his collegiate career at the University of Iowa before transferring for his final season to Tulane. In three seasons […]
Chargers sign 2nd-round pick Jake Slaughter
The Chargers continued to ink their 2026 draft class on Monday by putting pen to paper with second-round pick Jake Slaughter. With Slaughter now signed, the Chargers have agreed to terms with six of their eight-player draft class. The two remaining unsigned players are first-rounder Akheem Mesidor and fourth-rounder Brenen Thompson. Slaughter was a multi-year […]
Chargers Daily Links: Tuesday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: The Chargers signed center Jake Slaughter to his rookie contract (Chargers.com) Five things to know about new Chargers tight end David Njoku (Chargers Wire) Here’s why Keaton Mitchell is motivated for his opportunity with the Chargers (Chargers.com) The Chargers […]
Rookie Jake Slaughter primed for impact rookie season
The Chargers needed to get better along the interior of the offensive line after a horrendous performance by the 2025 group. In response to Justin Herbert being sacked 54 times, they completely blew up the interior trio and signed/drafted a number of new faces. After signing new starting center Tyler Biadasz and right guard Cole […]
Chargers Daily Links: Monday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: The 2026 schedule for the Chargers will be released on May 14th (Chargers.com) Five takeaways from Mike McDaniel’s recent presser (Chargers.com) Here’s what Chris O’Leary had to say about the Akheem Mesidor (Chargers Wire) The Chargers are signing tight […]
Chargers sign TE David Njoku
The Los Angeles Chargers are continuing to improve their offense over the course of the offseason. According to NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport, the Chargers are signing former first-round pick and tight end David Njoku to a one-year deal worth up to $8 million. Njoku, who turns 30 next month, spent his first nine NFL […]
Chargers sign 5 2026 draft picks
On Friday, the Chargers began the process of signing their 2026 draft class by inking five of their eight picks. Offensive tackle Travis Burke (fourth round), safety Genesis Smith (fourth), defensive tackle Nick Barrett (fifth), offensive guard Logan Taylor (sixth), and offensive tackle/guard Alex Harkey (sixth). For now, first-rounder Akheem Mesdior, second-round pick Jake Slaughter, […]
Chargers sign 4th-round pick Travis Burke to rookie contract
The Chargers are making fourth-round selection Travis Burke their first 2026 draft pick to sign their rookie contract. Per Sports Illustrated’s Justin Melo, Burke is signing his four-year, $5.5 million contract that includes a signing bonus of $1.1 million. Burke was squarely in the sights of the Bolts from seemingly early in the process. He […]
Vikings to interview Asst. GM Chad Alexander
Now that the NFL draft is over, the Minnesota Vikings are kicking their general manager search into overdrive. On Wednesday, report after report started dropping on each and every candidate that has been requested for an interview. In total, six different front office executives were reported to have interviews scheduled, and that includes a request […]
Chargers Daily Links: Thursday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Predicting the Chargers 2026 season schedule (Chargers.com) Five things to know about new Chargers defensive tackle Nick Barrett (Chargers.com) Will the Chargers receive any compensatory picks in 2027? (Chargers Wire) Is the 2026 season a year to put up […]
Projecting the Chargers starting offense in 2026
There are still plenty of veteran free agents left on the market and plenty of time this offseason for the Chargers to make more moves prior to the start of the 2026 regular season. But now that the 2026 draft has come and gone, let’s take a look at what the current projected Chargers offense […]
Chargers upgrade secondary in way-too-early 2027 mock draft
Thus far through the first few early mock drafts for next year, draft analysts believe the Chargers will mainly be looking at one of two positons: Defensive tackle or cornerback. I have not seen one with a player not at one of those two spots. That continues today as CBS Sports’ Ryan Wilson sees the […]
Chargers projected to receive 3rd-round comp pick in 2027
Ever since Joe Hortiz stepped foot in the The Bolt as the Chargers’ new general manager, he has spouted about his love for getting the compensatory pick formula rolling as soon as possible. In each of his first three offseasons, that has largely been shown. This offseason specifically, the Chargers had several players go sign […]
Brenen Thompson may have been Chargers’ most necessary pick
The Los Angeles Chargers went into the NFL Draft knowing they needed to help quarterback Justin Herbert as much as possible. That included selecting four offensive linemen that can possibly develop into one of his top guards, but it also meant getting a wide receiver that could help him take the top off of opposing […]
Chargers Daily Links: Tuesday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Take a look at the 2026 opponents for the Chargers (Chargers.com) Five things to know about new Chargers offensive guard Logan Taylor (Chargers.com) This is what scouts had to say about new Chargers offensive lineman Jake Slaughter before the […]
5 Chargers UDFAs with the best chance of making the final roster
The history of the Chargers is filled with undrafted free agents who paved their way into the lore of the team by overcoming their lack of draft status to be an impact player. This year, there are several interesting players who I believe have more of an inside shot to make the team’s final roster […]
Chargers hosting former Browns TE David Njoku
The Chargers have their young tight end for the future in Oronde Gadsden II and recently signed former Ravens tight end Charlie Kolar who is expected to be heavily utilized as a run blocker. Still, the Chargers are continuing to look at filling out their tight end room as they’re hosting former Browns tight end […]
Analyst loves Chargers sixth-round ‘steal’
The Los Angeles Chargers knew they needed to revamp their offensive line depth during the 2026 NFL Draft. The Chargers were able to do that by selecting Logan Taylor and Alex Harkey in the sixth round. Hoping that at least one of them will stick as one of the key members of the second unit […]
Chargers Daily Links: Monday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Five things to know about the Chargers 2026 schedule release (Chargers.com) Projecting the Chargers starting defense in 2026 (Chargers Wire) Check out how the rest of the AFC West reloaded this offseason (Charger Report) Joe Hortiz provided another strong […]
Survey results: Fans reveal thoughts on Chargers draft class
The Los Angeles Chargers are on the other side of the 2026 NFL Draft and they have added eight rookies to the roster over the course of the three-day event. The team selected Miami Passer rusher Akheem Mesidor, Florida center Jake Slaughter, Mississippi State wide receiver Brenen Thompson, Memphis offensive tackle Travis Burke, Arizona safety […]
Chargers Daily Links: Friday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: The Chargers announced jersey numbers for their 2026 draft picks (Chargers.com) Five things to know about new Chargers DL Nick Barrett (Chargers.com) Projecting the starting offense for the Chargers in 2026 (Chargers Wire) Three veteran guards the Chargers could […]
Chargers reveal 2026 rookie jersey numbers
Finally, the moment you’ve all been waiting for: Rookie jersey numbers! Best Number: OT Travis Burke Double numbers are always the best-looking, in my opinion. I think 77 is the best offensive lineman number with Jake Slaughter and 66 being a close second. Add in that a 6’9 guy is going to wear 77 and […]
Chargers got excellent value on DB Genesis Smith
The Los Angeles Chargers knew they needed to get some help for the secondary during the NFL Draft and they got that in defensive back Genesis Smith, the No. 131 overall pick out of Arizona. Smith is someone that could have gone much sooner in the draft, but the Chargers stopped his slide on Day […]
Chargers beef up defensive trenches in way-too-early 2027 mock draft
It’s truly never too early to get a head start on the next year’s draft. At least, that’s my humble opinion. It’s also even better when the player that gets paired with the Chargers is one of the most-exciting defenders coming out in next year’s draft. The Chargers pick at No. 24 in Jordan Reid’s […]
Travis Burke is Chargers’ necessary OL depth piece
The Los Angeles Chargers offensive line was decimated by injuries this past season, losing Rashawn Slater for the year and Joe Alt for a significant chunk of the season. The Chargers wanted to make sure they had an insurance plan should things go awry once again in 2026, which is why they selected Travis Burke […]
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