Did Dean Spanos make the right decision in bringing back Norv Turner and A.J. Smith? Did off-the-field issues contribute to Quentin Jammer's disappointing season? These answers -- and a full unit-by-unit analysis -- in this latest edition of Bolts Notebook.
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January 13, 2012
Clarence Shelmon stepped down as offensive coordinator of the San Diego Chargers, and decided to retire. Shelmon was quoted as saying “I’m just done. You know when it’s time. It’s time for me to go and do some other things with my life.” Shelmon took over as offensive coordinator in 2007, and San Diego averaged 27 points per game in his five...
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January 12, 2012
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There were high expectations for San Diego going into the 2011 NFL season because they had the number one ranked offense and defense in 2010. The Chargers finished at 8-8 due to mistakes at crucial moments of games. Here is a list of steps the Chargers can take to have a more successful 2012 season
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January 11, 2012
The San Diego Chargers missed the postseason for the second straight year, however head coach Norv Turner will return despite a myriad of criticism over his tenure with the team. Kevin Figgers tells you whether or not retaining Turner was a positive move or a bad move for the San Diego Chargers:
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January 11, 2012
Vincent Jackson has waited for and earned a long-term deal.
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January 11, 2012
The San Diego Chargers say offensive coordinator Clarence Shelmon has decided not to return next season.
Shelmon spent 10 seasons with San Diego and 21 in the NFL. He was offensive coordinator from 2007-2011, although head coach Norv Turner called plays.
In a statement released by the team on Tuesday, Shelmon says, ''I'm just done. ''You know when it's time...
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January 13, 2012
As we try not to dwell on the fact that it’s likely the Chargers could have been squaring off against the Patriots on Saturday, were it not for a fumble here or an interception there, let’s focus on the positive.
Here are the top-five stories from the Chargers’ 2011 season.
1. The 4-1 Start- I’m...
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January 13, 2012
Two months separate the start of NFL free agency.
For the Chargers' decision makers, it begins with a game of 20 questions.
Twenty players are scheduled to become free agents March 13 at 1 p.m. PST, a long list composed of 12 offensive and seven defensive players and one special teamer. Sixteen of the players will be unrestricted free agents, barring the usage of a franchise...
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January 13, 2012
Looking to fill a crucial hole, the Broncos signed long snapper David Binn to the active roster Friday and waived fullback Austin Sylvester.
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January 13, 2012
Hours after they declared long snapper Lonnie Paxton out for Saturday night’s game at New England, the Broncos have picked up a longtime NFL long snapper who’s been out of the league since before the start of the regular season. The Broncos have announced the signing of long snapper David Binn, who spent 17 seasons…
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January 11, 2012
The San Diego Chargers will remain in San Diego for the 2012 NFL season. The Chargers organization is actively pursuing a new stadium and could have exercised an opt out of their current lease but they will remain in Qualcomm Stadium for at least one more season. San Diego has a lease through the 2020 season at the facility but the franchise can activate an early opt out clause in...
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