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Mike McDaniel hired as Chargers' offensive coordinator

Former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel was officially hired Monday as offensive coordinator of the Los Angeles Chargers. McDaniel, 42, was also viewed as a candidate for the OC positions with Philadelphia and Tampa Bay and was under consideration for head-coaching vacancies with Baltimore and Las Vegas.

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Chargers Confirm Mike McDaniel OC Hire

Mike McDaniel will not take on a new head coaching position in 2026. After exploring options on that front over the past few days, the ex-Dolphins HC will indeed focus on his offensive coordinator agreement with the Chargers.

Justin Herbert News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 26

Chargers go to Justin Herbert's Alma Mater in Recent 2026 Mock Draft

The Los Angeles Chargers are still watching the playoffs from the sidelines, with sour tastes left in their mouths. The majority of that taste is due to the poor play by the Bolts' offensive line throughout the entirety of the season.

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How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to win a Conference Championship game before turning 27 years old can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 26

Chargers Stat Leaders for 2025 NFL Season Yields Future Interesting Conversations

With the Los Angeles Chargers season having so many injuries, ups and downs throughout the season, seeing who leads the team in each category could be very interesting in trying to predict victorious outcomes in fantasy, sports betting and other football-related outlets in 2026.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 25

Chargers' Rookie Class Gets Glowing Grades from Pro Football Focus

The Los Angeles Chargers' season didn't end as anyone wanted, but their future remains bright. At least, that is, to the analytics folks over at Pro Football Focus.

Joe Alt News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 25

Chargers Shockingly Ignore Joe Alt in 2024 Re-Draft

The most obvious issue the Los Angeles Chargers had in 2025 was their offensive line. Season-ending injuries to star tackles Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt left the unit in shambles.

Mike McDaniel News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 25

Mike McDaniel Update With Chargers, Raiders Hinted Again

The Los Angeles Chargers continue to play the waiting game with would-be offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. An odd week for the Chargers and Jim Harbaugh’s

Khalil Mack News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 25

Should Chargers Re-Sign or Let Go of Highest-Graded Free Agent?

There are only a few athletes able to stand the test of time. Khalil Mack is one of them. The veteran edge rusher, who turns 35 next month, re-signed with the Los Angeles Chargers last offseason on a one-year, $18 million deal.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 25

Former Chargers head coach quietly scores interviews with Bills, Browns

While the Los Angeles Chargers wait on Mike McDaniel as their next offensive coordinator and search for a new defensive coordinator, a former head coach

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 25

Chargers could lose key free agent if teams like Titans drive up bidding war

The Los Angeles Chargers have multiple highly regarded players set to enter NFL free agency this offseason. One is as obvious as it gets: Khalil Mack. An offseason ago, the veteran and future Hall of Famer was a question mark when it came to his playing future.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 25

Chargers Listed as Top Landing Spot for Former All-Pro WR

The Los Angeles Chargers will begin retooling their roster in a few weeks when free agency arrives. The team will have no issues signing who they please, as their cap space is already north of $100 million before cuts and restructures.

Mike McDaniel News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 24

Mike McDaniel Makes Surprising Bills Decision That Impacts Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers continue to wait and see whether Mike McDaniel will be Justin Herbert’s next offensive coordinator. Saturday morning, though,

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 24

Jesse Minter Leaves Chargers for Ravens, These Free Agents May Follow

The Los Angeles Chargers are officially looking for a new defensive coordinator. Jesse Minter was announced as the Baltimore Ravens successor to John Harbaugh on Thursday and is taking over as the franchise's head coach.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 23

Chargers Waste No Time Revealing Two Outside Coaching Interviews

The Los Angeles Chargers didn't waste any time interviewing candidates after losing defensive coordinator Jesse Minter. Minter has gone to serve as the

Dennard Wilson News / Pro Football Rumors / January 23

Chargers Interview Dennard Wilson For DC

One day after new Titans head coach Robert Saleh fired him, Dennard Wilson is now a candidate for the Chargers’ defensive coordinator position. The Chargers have interviewed Wilson for the job, per a team announcement.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 23

Chargers’ Free-Agency Steal Earns National Spotlight as ‘Secret Superstar’

The Los Angeles Chargers finished 11-6 for the second consecutive season under head coach Jim Harbaugh. The team was also one-and-done come the playoffs.

Dennard Wilson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 23

Chargers Complete Interview With Former Titans DC Dennard Wilson For Same Role

The Los Angeles Chargers announced they completed an interview with former Titans DC Dennard Wilson for their defensive coordinator job on Friday. The Chargers just lost Jesse Minter to the Ravens.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 23

Can Mike McDaniel's Arrival Rejuvenate Frustrated Chargers WR Ladd McConkey?

Whether defensive coordinator Jesse Minter stayed or not, it's no secret the Los Angeles Chargers have to drastically improve on offense next season. For two consecutive years the Bolts won 11 games in the regular season, only to flame out with playoff losses in which they scored only a combined one touchdown.