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Ladd McConkey is Chargers' YAC King and Has Chance to Go Nuclear with Mike McDaniel

The Los Angeles Chargers are days away from wrapping up OTAs with mandatory mini-camp scheduled June 16th through the 18th. Los Angeles is going through dramatic changes on the offensive side of the ball with new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel.

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Mike McDaniel Breaking Justin Herbert’s Old Habits and Footwork, Explained

The Los Angeles Chargers are all-in on offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. So much so, the Chargers are letting McDaniel re-tool some key aspects of star franchise quarterback Justin Herbert’s game. Herbert might be a prolific passer at 28 years old with six seasons and 95 regular-season games under his belt.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 14

Let's Try Some Optimism Around the Los Angeles Chargers for a Change

It is not a secret the Chargers are undergoing massive changes on the offensive side of the ball this off-season with the arrival of new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 13

Chargers' Quentin Johnston Set for Career Season with Justin Herbert, Mike McDaniel

The Los Angeles Chargers have yet to fully display their new offense through OTAs under offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. Conceptually though, we know the run game is going to feature a wide zone concept where the offensive line and tight ends will stretch the edge and create rushing lanes.

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The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Some of the greatest players in NFL history have graced the cover of "Madden." How many of these players can you name in five minutes?

The 'Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 13

Los Angeles Chargers' Offensive Headliners Getting Plenty of Respect

In Jim Harabugh’s first season at the helm of the Los Angeles Chargers, the team finished 20th in the league in total yards per game. The Bolts averaged

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 12

Chargers OTAs Showcase an Overlooked Free-Agency Signing is Big Win

The Los Angeles Chargers made a variety of splashes in free agency before the draft while retooling both sides of the football. One was more dramatic than the other, of course.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 12

Chargers' Defensive Triplets Epitomize Depth on Chris O'Leary's Unit

Defense has pretty much been the calling card for the Los Angeles Chargers the past two seasons under head coach Jim Harbaugh. During that time, his coordinator was highly-regarded Jesse Minter.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 12

2 underrated Chargers sleepers who could break out in 2026 NFL season

The Los Angeles Chargers are coming off back-to-back playoff appearances and are hungry for more in 2026. With Justin Herbert healthy, a revamped offensive scheme under new coordinator Mike McDaniel, and one of the most dynamic running backs in the league in Omarion Hampton, the Bolts have legitimate Super Bowl aspirations.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 12

Chargers Roster Spotlights: Nadame Tucker, The Team's Most Hyped UDFA

Nadame Tucker, born on June 21, 2000, in Teaneck, New Jersey, attended Teaneck High School, where he was a basketball player first. He did not begin playing football until his senior year of High School, which led to a delay in his recruiting, disallowing him to have any offers or recruiting hype.

Mike McDaniel News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 12

No More Boring Offense: Mike McDaniel’s Plan to Create NFL's Next YAC Kings in LA

The Los Angeles Chargers are going through massive offensive changes. The obvious changes in offensive scheme from Greg Roman to Mike McDaniel have been commonly discussed in terms of the run game, switching from gap-heavy to wide zone.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 11

3 Chargers Whose Jobs Could Be On the Line in OTAs

Jobs aren’t usually won and lost in NFL OTAs… but the Los Angeles Chargers might be an exception. Those Chargers have gone through years of roster churn

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Justin Herbert News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 11

Gambling With Justin Herbert and More from Chargers Minicamp

The Los Angeles Chargers approach the summer break with some major developments unfolding across OTAs and overall minicamp work. Those Chargers, after

Kyle Kennard News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 11

Chargers Roster Spotlights: Kyle Kennard, A Sneaky Breakout Candidate

Kyle Kennard, born on December 12, 2001, in Flint, Michigan, played his high school ball in Georgia for the Riverwood International Charter School football team.

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The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / June 11

How Mike McDaniel Can Supercharge the Chargers' Offense

The Los Angeles Chargers' 2025 offense was an unexpected disaster. Put simply, this was not how things were supposed to go. The Chargers had two tentpole tackles in Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 10

Mike McDaniel Can Help Chargers QB Justin Herbert Take Next Step

He was thrusted into the starting lineup in the team’s second game of his rookie season, and has been battling ever since. The 2020 NFL draft was loaded at quarterbacks at the top.

A.J. Brown News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 10

AJ Brown Trade Buzz Loops in Final Trickle of Key Chargers Intel

It wasn’t all that long ago that the Los Angeles Chargers popped up in some brief reporting around trade rumors involving then-Philadelphia Eagles wideout

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 10

NFL Rumors From Chargers OTAs Hint at Big 2nd-Year Breakout Emerging

The Los Angeles Chargers are in the final weeks of their OTAs. The Chargers offense has been getting all of the attention with the addition of Mike McDaniel and the new scheme that they are bringing to the table.

Bud Dupree News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 10

Chargers Roster Spotlights: Bud Dupree, The Veteran Odd Man Out?

Bud Dupree, born on February 12 1993, in Macon, Georgia, played his high school ball at Wilkinson County, playing both tight end and defensive end. He also played basketball and was part of the honor roll program.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 10

AFC West unanswered questions: How much will Patrick Mahomes' injury impact the Chiefs?

Teams have a much clearer picture of where they stand now that free agency and the NFL Draft are in the rearview mirror. That doesn't mean every question has been answered.

Will Stein, Kentucky putting together impressive 2027 recruiting class

Broncos' Jonathon Cooper pleads not guilty to misdemeanor domestic violence charges

Chiefs reunite with L'Jarius Sneed, but how much does he have left in the tank?

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The 'Offensive Players of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Offensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding offensive player since 1972. How many of the NFL OPOYs can you name in five minutes?

Derwin James News / Pro Football Rumors / June 7

NFL Contract Details: James, Steelers, Berrios

Here are the latest details from recently agreed to contracts from around the NFL: Derwin James, S (Chargers): Three years, $75.6MM. Almost all the details for James’ newest extension to stay in LA were divulged in the original post.

Keenan Allen News / LAFB Network / June 3

Chargers GM Accidentally Hints At Keenan Allen Return

General manager Joe Hortiz might have revealed his plans to re-sign veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen to the Los Angeles Chargers. Going on the Up and Adams Show with Kay Adams, Hortiz mentioned that he “has had some communication with Keenan’s representation” and that “the door’s not closed” on a possible return.

Jalen Reagor News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 2

Dolphins Signing WR Jalen Reagor

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Dolphins are signing WR Jalen Reagor to a contract. Reagor, 27, was a three-year starter at TCU and earned second-team All-Big 12 honors as a receiver and returner before being selected by the Eagles with the No.

Derwin James News / Yardbarker / May 26