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Found January 05, 2012 on Pro Football Talk:
PLAYERS: Norv Turner
TEAMS: San Diego Chargers
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As previously reported, the San Diego status quo goes only so far.  The Chargers officially have fired defensive coordinator Greg Manusky. “I’d like to thank Greg for the passion and enthusiasm he brought to our team and coaching staff this past season,” coach Norv Turner said in a statement released by the team. Apparently, passion…
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