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October 4, 2014
NFL news, 5/24: Should the Chargers re-sign Antonio Gates?
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Chargers' Telesco laments Henry's injury, demurs on Gates
Chargers tight end Hunter Henry tore his knee ligament while running an ordinary route during a non-contact workout on the opening day of organized team activities, general manager Tom Telesco confirmed Wednesday. Telesco declined to confirm whether the Chargers will go back to Antonio Gates to fill
Rob Gronkowski To Chargers? Mike Florio Floats Trade Idea Involving Patriots Star
The Los Angeles Chargers lost tight end Hunter Henry to a torn ACL on Tuesday, which could prompt the Bolts to consider re-signing Antonio Gates, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. But what ...
San Diego could get an AAF team
The NFL has abandoned San Diego. The AAF may be embracing it. Via Tom Krasovic of the San Diego Union Tribune, the upstart Alliance of American Football is "on track" to make the Chargers' former home one of the three remaining locations of the initial eight AAF franchises. "I don't have any information
Adam Schefter: Antonio Gates an Option for Chargers After Hunter Henry Injury
The Los Angeles Chargers suffered a serious blow Tuesday when tight end Hunter Henry suffered a season-ending torn ACL during OTAs, leading to speculation Antonio Gates could return to the team...
Melvin Ingram Absent from Chargers OTAs; HC Anthony Lynn Not Worried
Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Melvin Ingram was the lone notable absence from organized team activities Tuesday, per Jack Wang of the Los Angeles Daily News ...
Vincent Jackson Retires from NFL After 12 Seasons with Chargers, Buccaneers
Wide receiver Vincent Jackson didn't play during the 2017 NFL season, and his agent Jonathan Feinsod said the Northern Colorado product is "very happily retired," per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN...
LaDainian Tomlinson Would 'Hate' to See Antonio Gates with Any Team but Chargers
Tight end Antonio Gates has long been a mainstay for the San Diego/ Los Angeles Chargers franchise, and Bolts legend LaDainian Tomlinson has no interest in seeing the future Hall of Famer play elsewhere...
The Patriots, Saints and Chargers still don't have their quarterback of the future
Tom Brady, Drew Brees and Philip Rivers aren't getting any younger.
Broncos, Chiefs and Chargers made interesting moves in draft and afterward
The Broncos' draft moves produced several interesting story lines. The Chiefs may have found good value in the third round. The former San Diego Chargers are getting a grip on the influential Air Raid offense.
With Antonio Gates out, Chargers' Hunter Henry takes center stage
With Henry entering his third season, now as the Chargers' top TE, he knows he learned from one of the very best.
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Punt returners? 49ers have plenty of those
What is the best position group in the NFL? Is it the Eagles' quarterbacks (Carson Wentz and Nick Foles)? The Chargers' defensive ends (Joey Bosa and Melvin Ingram)? The Titans' offensive tackles (Taylor Lewan and Jack Conklin)? Answers: no, no and no. The correct response: The 49ers' punt returners. ...
Friday's Sports in Brief
Tight end Antonio Gates will not return to the Los Angeles Chargers, ending the 15-year tenure of the most prolific pass-catcher in franchise history. Chargers general manager Tom Telesco confirmed the team's decision Friday night after the second day of the NFL draft. The Chargers had waited to
Antonio Gates' departure opens door for Chargers WR Mike Williams
Now healthy and with a full offseason to work with QB Philip Rivers, Mike Williams should step up and have a bounce-back season in 2018.
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AP source: TE Antonio Gates not returning to LA Chargers
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) Tight end Antonio Gates will not return for a 16th season with the Los Angeles Chargers, a person with knowledge of the decision tells The Associated Press.
Source: Chargers not re-signing TE Gates
The Chargers have informed tight end Antonio Gates, who's played his entire 15 seasons with the team, that they don't plan on re-signing him, a league source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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Report: Antonio Gates Told Chargers Plan to Part Ways; TE Doesn't Want to Retire
After playing his entire 15-year career with the Chargers , Antonio Gates could be headed elsewhere next season...
Antonio Gates reportedly wants to leave the Chargers, who are turning to Hunter Henry
Gates plans to play in 2018 but not for the only team he's ever known
Report: Chargers part ways with team icon, 8-time Pro Bowl TE Antonio Gates
The Chargers have reportedly told eight-time Pro Bowl and five-time All Pro tight end Antonio Gates they are releasing him after 15 years with the team.
2018 NFL Draft Rumors: Chargers eyeing possible Round 2 trade up to snag Mason Rudolph
The Chargers could see Rudolph as a successor to Philip Rivers
Chargers contemplate drafting successor to Rivers
The Los Angeles Chargers have had the same starting quarterback in every game since 2006, and Philip Rivers will turn 37 years old in the fall.
Next QB?: Chargers contemplate drafting successor to Rivers
For any NFL team with a star quarterback of a certain age, the draft is an annual chance to anoint a successor. The Los Angeles Chargers have had the same starting quarterback in every game since 2006, and Philip Rivers will turn 37 years old in the fall. After winning nine of their final 12 games
As Josh Allen waits, a look at UW's NFL Draft history
DALLAS (AP) — In 1967, the San Diego Chargers selected defensive tackle Ron "Pedro" Billingsley with the 14th overall pick of the NFL/AFL Draft. Billingsley, who died last February, was
Steelers don't rule out any position in first round
Three quarterbacks were taken in the first 11 picks of the 2004 draft and all three remain the starters for the team they played with during their rookie season. There have been discussions around the Giants and Chargers about taking possible successors to Eli Manning and Philip Rivers, but that topic
Los Angeles Chargers Mock Draft: Da'Ron Payne fills need, predictions for every pick
The Chargers might find their heir to Philip Rivers at No. 17, but if not, quality options are available
Philip Rivers Discusses Chargers Possibly Taking QB in 2018 NFL Draft
Philip Rivers is 36 years old and understands he won't be the quarterback of the Los Angeles Chargers forever. With the 2018 NFL draft approaching later this month, Rivers addressed the possibility of his team selecting another signal-caller...
Chargers' Pouncey says Miami release was "fuel to the fire"
Although Mike Pouncey is thrilled to start work with the Los Angeles Chargers, the center still has a few bittersweet thoughts about how his last job ended. Pouncey joined Philip Rivers for the start of the offseason workout program Monday, exactly four weeks after he agreed to a two-year contract with
Keenan Allen is not a fan of one new Chargers player
Allen has since deleted the critical tweet and Instagram comment.
Keenan Allen Deletes Cryptic Tweet, Presumably About Chargers Decisions
One might think wide receiver Keenan Allen is displeased with the Los Angeles Chargers ' offseason decision-making...
Chargers sign Geno Smith
Philip Rivers has a new backup quarterback. Geno Smith has reached an agreement with the Los Angeles Chargers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. Smith, the former Jets starter, spent last season with the Giants. He started one game, when Eli Manning was controversially benched, and appeared in one other
Los Angeles Chargers Daily Links: Keenan Allen Is One of the NFL's Best Route Runners
Your daily dose of Chargers news & notes from around the web.
Chargers DT Corey Liuget suspended 4 games for PED violation
Chargers defensive tackle Corey Liuget has been suspended four games for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing drugs on Friday, according to ESPN's Eric D. Williams. ̶...
Chargers' Liuget draws 4-game PED violation
Chargers defensive tackle Corey Liuget has accepted responsibility for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing drug policy. He has been punished with a four-game suspension.
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Chargers DT Corey Liuget Suspended 4 Games for NFL PED Violation
Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle Corey Liuget was suspended four games on Friday for violating the NFL 's policy on performance-enhancing substances...
Corey Liuget suspended 4 games for violating NFL's doping policy
The Chargers announced the suspension Friday.
Chargers DT Corey Liuget Suspended 4 Games for NFL PED Violation
Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle Corey Liuget was suspended four games on Friday for violating the NFL 's policy on performance-enhancing substances...
Chargers DT Corey Liuget suspended 4 games for PEDs
The Los Angeles Chargers will be without one of their top defensive players for a quarter of the 2018 season. Corey Liuget was suspended Friday for the first four games for next year.
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Los Angeles Chargers DT Corey Liuget Suspended for Four Games
Due to a doping violation, Corey Liuget has been suspended.
Chargers center Mike Pouncey ecstatic to play with QB Philip Rivers
Chargers center Mike Pouncey, a three-time Pro Bowl selection agreed to terms with the team on a two-year, $15 million deal with $10 million guaranteed on Monday and was thrilled for this opportuni...
Mike Pouncey "always dreamed" of playing with QB like Philip Rivers
Center Mike Pouncey moved quickly to sign with the Chargers after being released by the Dolphins this month despite interest from several other teams. Pouncey's explanation for that rapid decision centered on one of his new teammates. Pouncey mentioned the defense and the rest of the offensive line,
Explosion of QB salaries makes Philip Rivers a relative bargain for Chargers
Philip Rivers, coming off one of his best seasons, now makes less than most starting quarterbacks in the NFL. He is set to make $15 million in 2018.
This former Dolphin is ready to play with an 'elite' quarterback on his new team
Former Miami Dolphins center Mike Pouncey signed with the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday. The three-time Pro Bowler said one factor in his decision was the opportunity to play a Hall of Fame quarterback such as the Chargers' Philip Rivers.
Report: Safety Marcus Gilchrist visiting Raiders
Former Texans, Jets and Chargers defensive back Marcus Gilchrist is visiting with the Raiders on the same day that ex-Buccaneers running back Doug Martin signed and Packers wide receiver Jordy Nels...
Do the Chargers have Mason Rudolph on their draft board?
The Chargers twitter account tweeted about a video about Mason Rudolph saying it would be a "dream come true" to play under current QB Philip Rivers
Ex-Chargers, Jets, Cards CB Cromartie retires
Antonio Cromartie, who didn't play last season, announced his retirement from the NFL, thanking the Chargers, Jets and Cardinals in an Instagram post.
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Texans' Bill O'Brien excited about hiring John Pagano
INDIANAPOLIS - When the Texans hired former Oakland Raiders and San Diego Chargers defensive coordinator John Pagano as a senior defensive assistant and outside linebackers coach, it was regarded as a shrewd move in NFL circles.
Is it time for the Los Angeles Chargers to draft Philip Rivers' successor?
NFL Network's Tom Pelissero and Jeffri Chdiha discuss whether it's time for the Los Angeles Chargers to start thinking about drafting quarterback Philip Rivers' successor in this year's draft.
Keenan Allen the best WR in the NFL? Bigger sample size needed
Keenan Allen had a special season with the Chargers in 2017, so let's break down where he ranks in several receiving categories.
Is there beef between LA and San Diego over the Chargers? (VIDEO)
Does beef still remain between LA and San Diego over the Chargers?
If the Chargers claim success in LA, why the need to market to San Diego? (VIDEO)
The Loose Cannons wonder why the Los Angeles Chargers have suddenly decided to market to San Diego.
