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Chargers Could Be Team to Watch for Blockbuster A.J. Brown Trade With Eagles

The Los Angeles Chargers are undergoing a massive change on the offensive side of the ball this offseason. The team moved on from offensive coordinator Greg Roman following a disastrous showing by the offense in the wildcard round of the playoffs against the New England Patriots.

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Legendary edge-rusher Khalil Mack makes big decision about his career

Khalil Mack is not ready to call it a career just yet. Mack plans to return for another NFL season, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The 35-year-old will be a free agent, and while the Los Angeles Chargers would like to bring him back, he is expected to keep his options open and test the market.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Field Level Media / March 2

Report: Chargers LB Khalil Mack passes on retirement, will test free agency

Los Angeles Chargers pass rusher Khalil Mack is planning to play in 2026, eschewing retirement to test free agency, NFL Network reported Monday. Mack, 35, is reportedly planning to "explore options" on the open market but could return to Los Angeles for another season.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / March 2

Khalil Mack To Play In 2026; Chargers Re-Signing Likely?

Khalil Mack is set to put off retirement for at least one more year. The All-Pro edge rusher will play in 2026, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network confirms. Mack looms as one of the top edge rushers set to test free agency despite his age.

Khalil Mack News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 2

Khalil Mack To Play In 2026, Will Be A Priority For Chargers

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports veteran OLB Khalil Mack will play in 2026 for his age-35 and 13th season in the NFL. Rapoport adds Mack will be a priority for the Chargers, as he’s set to be an unrestricted free agent when the new league year starts next week.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / March 2

NFL Free Agency Updates Keep Hurting Chargers' Outlook Before Market Even Opens

The Los Angeles Chargers face a rebuild in the offensive trenches this offseason. But early NFL free agency news isn’t helping their outlook. Offensive line feels like it has hit a new premium in the NFL ahead of free agency.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / March 2

Surprise Chiefs News Gifts Chargers Obvious Target in Free Agency

The Los Angeles Chargers don’t often get help from the Kansas City Chiefs. But those AFC West-rival Chiefs plan to cut a player who could wind up as a priority target for the Chargers in free agency, provided he actually makes it there. It’s a Chiefs move happening at an important Chargers position, too: The offensive line.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / March 2

Chargers' NFL Combine Buzz Keeps Name-Dropping Ravens' Star Free Agent

The Los Angeles Chargers have yet to sign a big-ticket free agent since Joe Hortiz and Jim Harbaugh arrived two years ago. That will likely have to change, as two consecutive Wild Card losses only increased the urgency to win as soon as possible.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / March 1

Best Chargers NFL Combine Edge Rusher Targets if Khalil Mack, Odafe Oweh Depart

The Los Angeles Chargers are experiencing significant changes this offseason having already replaced both offensive and defensive coordinators. They may be faced with more dramatic personnel changes on the defensive side of the ball as the start of free agency looms.

Odafe Oweh News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / March 1

Odafe Oweh’s Chargers Future, Franchise Tag Status Hinted in NFL Combine Buzz

So much for the idea the Los Angeles Chargers would do whatever it takes to keep Odafe Oweh. The Chargers traded for Oweh in the middle of last season, investing in the former first-rounder while Khalil Mack battled an injury in a post-Joey Bosa world.

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Justin Herbert News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 1

Chargers a threat for Ravens free agent who would be game-changer for Justin Herbert

The Los Angeles Chargers are currently looking for ways to improve their roster as NFL free agency approaches next week. The Chargers are coming off a brutal playoff loss to the New England Patriots in the Wild Card round of the AFC playoffs, one that did not do much to help the reputation of quarterback Justin Herbert come postseason time.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / March 1

NFL Combine Rumors Stunner: Chargers a ‘Threat’ to Sign Top Free Agent, After All

Don’t look now, but here come the Los Angeles Chargers in the Tyler Linderbaum sweepstakes in NFL free agency. Things didn't look good for the Chargers on this front last week.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / February 28

Chargers Could Tap Familiar Free Agency Source to Upgrade Offensive Line

Last offseason, Los Angeles Chargers’ general manager Joe Hortiz was praised for his work when it came to adding veteran performers. Bringing back veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen, and adding ball-hawking cornerback Donte Jackson from Pittsburgh proved to be excellent moves.

Los Angeles Chargers News / A to Z Sports / February 28

Chargers add the ultimate cheat code to their offense to help out Justin Herbert in a new 2026 NFL Mock draft

The Los Angeles Chargers battled through a lot of injuries in 2025 and still found a way to win 11 games. There was a lot to like from the team and reason to be optimistic about their future.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / February 28

Chargers' Apparent Best Free-Agent Target is Unexpected Former 1st-Round Pick

The Los Angeles Chargers have been a playoff team in each of Jim Harbaugh’s two seasons as head coach. The club has finished 11-6 in back-to-back seasons, but unfortunately has not had any postseason success to date.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / February 28

Chargers Face Critical Decisions as Key Free Agents Rumored to See Massive Paydays

The Los Angeles Chargers have enormous decisions to make this offseason regarding several of their internal free agents. The Chargers have plenty of cap space but they can ill afford to spend irresponsibly given the state of the roster and the number of holes they have to fill.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / February 28

Chargers Gifted Perfect Solution to Problem after Commanders' Surprising Cut

In one of the league's most recent moves, the Washington Commanders announced that they have released veteran Center Tyler Biadasz, right as the NFL combine went underway.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / February 27

Chargers Could be Top Spot for Blockbuster Giants Trade for former Top 5 Pick

The Los Angeles Chargers need to prepare for the worst. Not that they're exactly strapped for cash, as the Bolts currently have over $81 million in cap space.

Bradley Bozeman News / LAFB Network / February 27

After The Bradley Bozeman Retirement Announcement, What Are The Chargers’ Options At Center?

Los Angeles Chargers Center Bradley Bozeman announced his retirement on Monday after eight seasons. Though Bozeman brought experience to the position, his production certainly wasn’t his best in his last two seasons in LA.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Football Analysis / February 27

Chargers’ ‘Trash Bag’ Center Retires Days Before Free Agency—Ranked 40th Of 40 At Position

An Instagram post went live on a Monday in February, and the Chargers’ offensive line problem got worse before it got better. Bradley Bozeman, the starting center for Los Angeles, signed to stabilize its interior, posted photos from three franchises, thanked his wife, Nikki, and three kids by name, and walked away from professional football.

Mike McDaniel News / LAFB Network / February 26

Exclusive: Did Mike McDaniel Ruin His Career By Joining Chargers? Chris Simms Was Frank

Mike McDaniel swapped out one job with a sunny backdrop for another by landing with the Los Angeles Chargers after losing his job with the Miami Dolphins.

Najee Harris News / Gridiron Heroics / February 26

Chargers Expected to Re-sign Resurgent Prime Bounce-Back Candidate

The Los Angeles Chargers appear poised to bring back a key offensive weapon as the 2026 NFL offseason unfolds, with projections identifying Najee Harris as a prime candidate for re-signing.

Will Clapp News / Yardbarker / February 26

Former Saints and Chargers center announces retirement from NFL

He spent the bulk of his career with the Saints, who selected him 245th overall in the 2018 NFL Draft out of LSU.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 26

Mike McDaniel’s latest comments prove Jim Harbaugh has already rubbed off on him

Mike McDaniel sounds like he’s completely buying into his new situation with the Los Angeles Chargers. The former Miami Dolphins head coach appeared on “The Pat McAfee Show” on Wednesday alongside Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh.