ClutchPoints Mar 20, 2019
Why the Chargers are the biggest threat to the Chiefs in the AFC West
The Kansas City Chiefs put the NFL on notice in 2018 with Patrick Mahomes slinging the ball with ease on opposing defenses. The Chiefs finished the season at 12-4 and won the AFC West division title. Kansas City was the first seed in the AFC when the playoffs began, but they ultimately got knocked out […] The post Why the Chargers are the biggest threat to the Chiefs in the AFC West appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bolt Beat Mar 18, 2019
Los Angeles Chargers fill two biggest needs in recent mock draft
Free agency, or least the big announcement portion of it, is mostly behind us and suddenly, the NFL draft is just over one month away. The Chargers added a skilled veteran at linebacker in Thomas Davis while also providing a better arm behind Philip Rivers by signing Tyrod Taylor. Tom Telesco passed on going after […] Los Angeles Chargers fill two biggest needs in recent mock draft - Bolt Beat - Bolt Beat - A Los Angeles Chargers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
Bolt Beat Mar 16, 2019
Why right tackle will be the Los Angeles Chargers’ draft selection at No. 28
With the first round of free agency out of the way, the Chargers’ plan at pick 28 in the 2019 NFL Draft is starting to become more clear… The Los Angeles Chargers are through the initial wave of free agency, making small acquisitions and necessary re-signings to build out their roster. The true fun for […] Why right tackle will be the Los Angeles Chargers’ draft selection at No. 28 - Bolt Beat - Bolt Beat - A Los Angeles Chargers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
San Diego Union Tribune Mar 13, 2019
Chargers sign Tyrod Taylor to back up quarterback Philip Rivers
The Chargers agreed to terms Wednesday with a player they hope never sees significant snaps in 2019. Quarterback Tyrod Taylor was added on a two-year contract to back up Philip Rivers, who hasn’t missed a start since taking over in 2006. The team also officially lost wide receiver Tyrell Williams...
Bolts From The Blue Mar 13, 2019
Report: Raiders have agreed to a deal with Tyrell Williams
House Tyrell has changed allegiance to fight for the enemy. Well “House Tyrell” Williams will be fighting under a new banner going forward. Former Chargers’ WR Tyrell Williams intends to sign with the Oakland Raiders, per source.— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2019 Tyrell Williams has been a good wide receiver for the Chargers for a few years now. He was a legit deep threat, and a great option for Philip Rivers. He did have some problems with drops from time to time, but all in all he was a solid #2 for the team more often than not. While it does sting a little to...
The Phinsider Mar 13, 2019
Tyrod Taylor signing with Los Angeles Chargers
Former Cleveland Browns quarterback Tyrod Taylor has agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Chargers, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Rumors had speculated that the Miami Dolphins could be interested in signing Taylor to serve as the team’s bridge quarterback to a rookie selected in the Draft held this year or next year, but the Chargers appear to be adding Taylor as the backup to Philip Rivers. A sixth-round pick of the Baltimore Ravens in 2011, Taylor has played for the Ravens, the Buffalo Bills, and the Browns. He has thrown for 9,529 career passing yards on a 61.6 percent...
Bolt Beat Mar 13, 2019
Chargers select another veteran to back up Philip Rivers by signing Tyrod Taylor
When will the Los Angeles Chargers draft the quarterback of the future? When will they find the successor to Philip Rivers? We hear this every year and every year, the Chargers determine that a veteran backup is better than a rookie prospect. That will be the case again in 2019 as the team has agreed […] Chargers select another veteran to back up Philip Rivers by signing Tyrod Taylor - Bolt Beat - Bolt Beat - A Los Angeles Chargers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
ClutchPoints Mar 12, 2019
Four under-the-radar free agents the Chargers should target
The Los Angeles Chargers will bring about $25 million in cap space to free agency. They’ve got their own contributors who need new deals as well as extensions to workout for Philip Rivers and Melvin Gordon. That means Los Angeles will need to be frugal in improving their roster. That’s especially the case if they […] The post Four under-the-radar free agents the Chargers should target appeared first on ClutchPoints.
San Diego Union Tribune Mar 10, 2019
Chargers could be getting very defensive during free agency
In their most recent public appearance, the Chargers’ defenders were ripped apart by a New England team bound for another Super Bowl triumph. The Patriots amassed 347 yards and 35 points in the first half of what turned out to be a 41-28 divisional playoff round victory. The process of recovering...
Bolt Beat Mar 4, 2019
If the Chargers are really looking for a QB of the future, would Josh Rosen fit the bill?
Every year about this time, questions pour in wondering whether the Los Angeles Chargers are going to draft Philip Rivers‘ successor? Suddenly, there may be an option in which they could obtain a potentially great quarterback of the future without drafting one at all. The Arizona Cardinals, with new head coach Kyle Kingsbury, have many […] If the Chargers are really looking for a QB of the future, would Josh Rosen fit the bill? - Bolt Beat - Bolt Beat - A Los Angeles Chargers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
San Diego Union Tribune Mar 1, 2019
Chargers’ Philip Rivers has connection with N.C. State quarterback prospect Ryan Finley
They’ve shared text messages and voicemails and, who knows, perhaps eventually even the same sideline. There will come a point when the Chargers must try to secure Philip Rivers’ replacement, a move that — because of the quarterback’s durability — they have been able to avoid for years. Ryan Finley...
Bolt Beat Mar 1, 2019
Chargers waste first-round pick on quarterback in recent mock draft
Will the Los Angeles Chargers search for Philip Rivers’ replacement in the draft? It seems like that question has been asked for the last several years and there’s no doubt it will persist this year. According to Peter Schrager of NFL.com, the answer to that question is yes. In fact, not only do the Chargers […] Chargers waste first-round pick on quarterback in recent mock draft - Bolt Beat - Bolt Beat - A Los Angeles Chargers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
Bolts From The Blue Feb 28, 2019
Daily Links: Will Chargers find Philip Rivers’ replacement in NFL Draft?
Your daily dose of Los Angeles Chargers news & notes from around the web. Daring moves for all 32 NFL teams this offseason - Football Outsiders (insider)A wise decision would be to use a second-day pick on a Jarrett Stidham, Ryan Finley or Will Grier type -- someone who might not be ready on day one but has traits you could mold. The bold move, though, would be to follow Kansas City's model and take your next quarterback right there on opening night. Drew Lock is a prospect the Chargers could realistically get, probably with a slight move up in the draft order. He's a gunslinger-type who...
Bolts From The Blue Feb 25, 2019
Daily Links: Chargers need to improve defensive line
Your daily dose of Los Angeles Chargers news & notes from around the web. Los Angeles Chargers 2018 Season Recap - PFF Analysis TeamPhilip Rivers had an MVP-caliber season as he earned his highest season grade since 2010 at 90.8 overall, ranking fourth in the among quarterbacks. Draft History: Grades and stats for every first- and second-round pick since 2015 AFC West edition - Ben CooperBosa has been the guy the Chargers hoped they were getting when they used the third overall pick on him three seasons ago. And with an 86.6 overall grade in 2016 and an 88.8 grade in 2017, Bosa has maybe...
