2011's Best Performances: Safeties - Khaled ElsayedWhen Miami came to San Diego, one player really stood out in the game and that was Weddle. He broke up a pass, intercepted two (though one was called back due to a penalty), and even got a hit on ...
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We all love our Chargers, but can everyone actually say why? It’s a question that I pondered up until today. Where I decided to write down my top 5 reasons to love the Chargers! Seeing as I have a nephew due any day now this list will be VERY … ...
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As team continues to build toward an elusive championship, they've added veterans such as Jarret Johnson and Le'Ron McClain.
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I will be out until May 29. Our blog editors will post morning headlines and other pertinent news while I’m away. Have a great week.
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COMMENTARY | Calvin Johnson, Larry Fitzgerald and Andre Johnson are the type of big, physical players NFL fans think of when anyone brings up the term 'No. 1 receiver'.Source: Bolt Beat by Ernie Padaon
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Here are some whispers we've been hearing from around the AFC:Source: BOLTHYPE
As we count down the days until the start of the preseason, let's take a look at some of the more interesting stories surrounding the Chargers this past week. PHILIP RIVERS RANKED 61st IN NFL's TOP 100 LIST Philip Rivers made his debut in the NFL.com's Top 100 Players of 2012 list, tumbling...Source: Bolt Beat by Ernie Padaon
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Weekend mail call: MD Ellis from Marysville, Calif., wants to know if the Oakland Raiders could trade a receiver such as Louis Murphy because of fifth-round pick Juron Criner. Bill Williamson: Perhaps late in the preseason, something could happen since Murphy is a free agent after next season. But I think the most likely situation is Oakland will keep all of their young receivers and see how it develops. It’s a good, solid group. But it needs some players to stand out, so the Raiders may be better off keeping everyone and seeing how it plays out.
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Though San Diego's 2012 draft class earned rave reviews, one selection that raised eyebrows was fifth-rounder Johnnie Troutman, who will likely miss his rookie year with knee and pectoral injuries. Why did the Chargers, who knew about the ailments, feel compelled to pull the trigger anyway? To find out, read this inside scouting report from the publisher of Fight on State, Mark Brennan.Source: Bolt Beat by Randy Mainwaring
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After losing his top target in free agency, Philip Rivers is set on bonding with his new stable of receivers before the San Diego Chargers' offseason program kicks into full swing.Source: AFC West Blog
Terrell Owens is campaigning to get back into the NFL, and his current targets are his first team and the team in which his previous quarterback plays for. Owens went on “The Drive” on 95.7 The Game in San Francisco, in an interview that will air Monday, and said he’d like to play for either the 49ers or the Raiders. Let’s get this straight: Owens would like to play for any team. But thus far, there have not been any takers.Source: Bolt Beat by Ernie Padaon
Is Antonio Gates Really Back To Full Strength? - Bolt Beat - Bolt Beat - A San Diego Chargers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
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The Chargers Champions School Grant Program for 2012 is underway and applications are now being accepted thru June 29.Source: Bolt Beat by BoogaP
Want to go to a Chargers Game?
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Concussions A Problem In The NFL - Bolt Beat - Bolt Beat - A San Diego Chargers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
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I toyed with a crazy idea for the Chargers 5K today. You see, when I ran it last year, I was very hungover (read: still very drunk). Minutes before the race began, I was in the porta-potties throwing up. Minutes after the race finished, I was in the bathrooms at Qualcomm Stadium throwing up. It was a terrible way to run a race, but it makes for a ridiculous story and I'm all about those.
I thought about trying to assemble a team that would go out the night before and get hammered. Shots, beers, mixed drinks, the whole nine yards. Running a 5K when you're wasted the next day is a terribly lonely and embarrassing feeling. Doing the same thing with a group of people
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Norval is most excited about LeRon McClain - Bolt Beat - Bolt Beat - A San Diego Chargers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
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Ryan Clady has been considered one of the best young left tackles in the NFL. However, after a stellar rookie season, Clady has had his issues. According to Stats Inc., Clady -- the No. 12 overall pick in the 2008 draft -- has allowed 24.5 sacks in the past three seasons. Clady allowed just a half sack in his rookie season. He allowed a career high nine sacks in 2011, and was penalized 12 times last season. Despite giving up 7.5 sacks in 2010, Clady had a strong season.Source: RockTheBolt by Jerome Watson
Brandon Taylor was final draft pick to get signed, and now that we will have no holdouts coming in to the year, I have a better grasp on how we will do this season. AJ Smith did an awesome job Continue reading →Source: RockTheBolt by Jerome Watson
AFC East: Buffalo Bills 2011 Record: 6-10 2012 Projected Record: 8-8 2012 Key Losses: Demetress Bell, Roscoe Parrish (SD), Drayton Florence (Den) 2012 Key Additions: Mario Williams (Hou), Mark Anderson, Vince Young. [Resigned: Tashard Choice, Steve Johnson, Scott Chandler, Continue reading →Source: Bolts From The Blue by John Gennaro
Since last year's race was such a success, the San Diego Chargers are again doing a 5K race from Chargers Park to the 50 yard line of Qualcomm Stadium. Registration for the event is $35 until June 16th, when it goes up to $40.
The "Bolt to the Q" in 2011 was a way to raise money for Marcus McNeill's "Mack's Miracles" foundation last year, but this year the proceeds will go towards the Trish & Ryan Mathews Door of Hope Chest. The T&RMDoHC (not a real acronym) is a foundation that helps homeless mothers and their children get back on their feet after they successfully graduate from the Salvation
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The Chargers Champions School Grant Program for 2012 is underway and applications are now being accepted thru June 29.Source: Bolts From The Blue by Wonko
Losses: Billy Volek
Additions: Charlie Whitehurst, Jarrett Lee
Returning: Philip Rivers
Projected Starters: Philip Rivers
Strengths:
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Yeremiah Bell will not be the one who provides depth to the Kansas City Chiefs’ secondary. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that the safety has signed with the New York Jets. Bell visited the Chiefs on Wednesday, and they were one of four teams he was considering. The Chiefs were interested in Bell as a third safety. The Chiefs also looked at veteran O.J. Atogwe. In other AFC West news: Here is a call for the Raiders to cut troubled middle linebacker Rolando McClain.Source: Bolt Beat by Ernie Padaon
NFL Network Top 100 List: Will There Be Any More Chargers? - Bolt Beat - Bolt Beat - A San Diego Chargers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
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The SB Nation team is in L.A., running drills with rookies and asking A.J. Jenkins if he's ever pooped his pants.
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There are those who would have liked to see No. 19 finish his career in a Baltimore Colts uniform. Johnny Unitas was one. But it wasn’t to be. The 1972 Colts finished with a 5-9 record — the club’s worst mark since Unitas’ rookie season of 1956 — and new owner Robert Irsay was pushing for change. Those in the organization who resisted it didn’t last. According to legend, Colts head coach Don McCafferty refused to bench Unitas during the 1972 season, despite Irsay’s orders, so after the fifth game McCafferty was sent packing; the following week, new coach John Sandusky started Marty Domres.Source: Bolts From The Blue by Richard Wade
Turner: Antonio Gates is physically 'back' - Michael Gehlken
"Gates looks great — he's back," Turner said. "Physically, he's back to where we want him to be. I think, like anybody, going through this offseason program helps you get better. (It's) the combination of conditioning, the combination of getting better in the areas you can improve, and being out there with your teammates."
Le'Ron McClain gives Chargers options - Bill Williamson
"The guy I’m really excited that we added in the offseason is
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When he watched his quarterback go into the Pro Football hall of Fame in 2004, Rod Smith wondered if his bust would be bronzed next to John Elway’s someday. Now that he has entered the Denver Broncos’ ring of fame, the rag-to-riches receiver still wonders if he will end up in the Canton, Ohio museum. It’s an interesting question. Will Rod Smith be a Pro Football Hall of Famer? There’s no doubt he the undrafted free agent turned star receiver has a strong resume, however, he played a position which has not been overly valued by hall of fame voters in the recent past.
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For months leading up to the draft, I consistently insisted that the San Diego Chargers would be focused on drafting offensive linemen in the early rounds of the 2012 NFL Draft, and received consistent responses from readers that the Chargers would focus on upgrading their defense in the early rounds.
As it turned out, Chargers fans were much more in tune with their favorite team’s draft plans than I was. The Chargers used their first three picks to select defensive players and did not draft an offensive lineman until Round 5.
Did the Chargers make a mistake by failing to focus on rebuilding their offensive line? Read through the following slides to find out.
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Chargers TE Antonio Gates is healthy again, according to his head coach, Norv Turner.Source: NFL.com by NFL.com
Plagued by foot injuries over the last two season, San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates has been a healthy participant in the team's offseason program, Norv Turner told U-T San Diego.Source: Bolt Beat by Randy Mainwaring
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Not long ago, rookie contracts were no fun for anyone.Source: Bolts From The Blue by John Gennaro
Rolando McClain, the Middle Linebacker of the Oakland Raiders and one of their defense's bright stars, held a man at gunpoint last year in Alabama after attending his grandmother's funeral. That's a no-no, and McClain has been sentenced to serve 180 days in jail.
Some people, including Raiders fans, are assuming that this means that McClain will be in a cell starting today for the next six months, which surprisingly shows a lack of knowledge about the U.S. Justice
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Here are some highlights from our AFC West chat, held earlier Thursday: Denver McNutty from Seattle: Does the signing of [Joel] Dreessen and [Jacob] Tamme (Dreesetamme) mean that Denver is not counting on Julius Thomas this year? Bill Williamson: They are giving Thomas time. Tamme and Dreessen are ready to go. Thomas is a developmental player. If he comes on strong (as he did in camp last year before he was injured), he'll get his chance. Kansas City Atilla from St.Source: AFC West Blog
I have received a lot of questions from readers this afternoon about how much of the 2012 season Oakland middle linebacker Rolando McClain will miss because of his court case in Alabama. Right now, it is impossible to guess. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that after being sentenced to 180 days in jail, McClain's attorney, Harvey Steinberg, said McClain has filed a request for a jury trial and now, under state law, "the process starts all over again.Source: Yahoo! Sports
After losing Darren Sproles and Mike Tolbert in free agency the past two years, many were surprised the Chargers waited until the seventh round of last month’s NFL draft to select a running back. The team needs depth behind starter Ryan Mathews, and though rookie Edwin ‘Rock’ Baker is expected to contribute as a third-down back, the team still has a glaring need to fill on the depth chart.Source: AFC West Blog
The 23rd member of the Denver Broncos' Ring of Fame is one of the most renowned hard workers in team history. Rod Smith went from an undrafted free agent to a two-time Super Bowl winner and leader of the franchise in Denver. It's no surprise Denver owner Pat Bowlen has given Smith the team’s greatest honor by inducting him into the Broncos’ Ring of Fame. He is the first person to be inducted in three years. Smith’s induction ceremony will be Sept.Source: SignOnSanDiego.com by <StaffMember: Michael Gehlken>
Chargers coach says the All-Pro tight end is having a strong offseason.Source: AFC West Blog
Thursday was not a good day for Oakland middle linebacker Rolando McClain. However, his legal fate in an Alabama assault case has not been sealed, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. He reports that after being sentenced to 180 days in jail, McClain's attorney, Harvey Steinberg, said McClain has filed a request for a jury trial and now, under state law, "the process starts all over again." Steinberg said McClain will be notified at a later date as to when the jury trial will begin.Source: RockTheBolt by Patrick Green
AFC East: Miami Dolphins 2011 Record: 6-10 2012 Projected Record: 3-13 Key Losses: QB Chad Henne, WR Brandon Marshall, DE Kendall Langford, S Yeremiah Bell, CB Will Allen Key Additions: CB Richard Marshall, QB David Garrard, OLB Jamaal Westerman (Re-signed NT Continue reading →Source: SignOnSanDiego.com by <StaffMember: Michael Gehlken>
Chargers coach says the All-Pro tight end is having a strong offseason.
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