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Scott Matlock News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 2

Chargers Roster Spotlights: Scott Matlock, a Versatile Question Mark in New Offense

Scott Matlock, born on June 28, 2000, in Homedale, Idaho, was recruited as a two-star defensive end according to 247Sports. With offers from local schools like Idaho, Idaho State and Boise State, Matlock decided to go to Boise State, the biggest of all the local schools.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 1

2 hidden gems on Chargers’ 2026 roster you need to know

The Los Angeles Chargers are coming off back-to-back 11-win seasons and a first-round exit in the playoffs. Head coach Jim Harbaugh has helped build a winning team in Los Angeles, but they are still trying to help Justin Herbert get his first playoff win.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 2

AFC West schedule breakdown: The toughest four-game stretches in 2026

Not all stretches during an NFL season are created equal. A favorable month can launch a playoff push. A brutal one can bury a team before Thanksgiving.

Why Giants signing ex-Chiefs star JuJu Smith-Schuster is good news for John Harbaugh

A.J. Brown trade to Patriots leaves Chiefs with one tough decision to make

Examining Russell Wilson's Hall of Fame candidacy as the QB transitions to broadcasting

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

Chargers Rookies Fighting for Roster Spots Also Get Notable OTA Reps

Early returns from Los Angeles Chargers OTAs revealed some interesting, if not concerning usage for a controversial draft pick. The topic of that discussion

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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.

Justin Herbert News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 1

Chargers’ Justin Herbert MVP hype train only picking up steam

Early in the 2025-26 season, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert put the world on notice with his elite play in the first three games of the season.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 1

Observations from Chargers OTAs: Mike McDaniel May be Borrowing from Sean McVay, Rams

The Los Angeles Chargers are going through a complete overhaul of the offense after disappointing finishes in back to back years in the playoffs. The Chargers hired offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel to replace Greg Roman and bring a new vision to Los Angeles for Justin Herbert and the offense.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 31

Extension Candidate: Tuli Tuipulotu

Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz told reporters back in mid-April that he was discussing contract extensions with two cornerstones, safety Derwin James and edge defender Tuli Tuipulotu.

Justin Herbert News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 31

How Hot Are the Chargers? There’s Buzz Near OTAs About a Justin Herbert MVP

The Los Angeles Chargers are a hot commodity right now. Mike McDaniel’s arrival as offensive coordinator has breathed new life and perspective into the Chargers from a national slant.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 31

NFL Free Agent's Arrival Fixes Chargers Biggest Issue and Rightfully Earns Praise

If there was one thing the Los Angeles Chargers were going to do this offseason, it would have been to fix the offensive line. Problems lay specifically on the interior, as the Chargers had inferior play basically every week.

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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

Derwin James News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 31

AFC Notes: Derwin James, Chargers, Dolphins, Steelers

The Chargers signed S Derwin James to a record three-year, $75.6 million deal this week. Los Angeles GM Joe Hortiz said James is a “special leader” and compared him to QB Justin Herbert in that regard. “He’s just a special, special leader and person.

Justin Eboigbe News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 31

Chargers Roster Spotlights: Justin Eboigbe, a Draft Pick Just Starting to Boom

Justin Eboigbe, born on Apr. 9 2001, in Forest Park, Georgia, played at his local high school, Forest Park, earning four-star recruit status according to 247Sports, which allowed him to get offers from seemingly every Division One college football program.

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Derwin James News / Football Analysis / May 31

Chargers Make Derwin James Highest-Paid NFL Safety Twice With $75.6M Deal

The ink barely dried before the number started circulating through every front office in the league. Three years. $75.6 million. $57.5 million guaranteed.

Justin Herbert News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 30

Former Bronco Aqib Talib Gets Embarrassed in Attempt to Criticize Justin Herbert

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is no stranger to taking shots from engagement chasing media members over the past several seasons. There

Charlie Kolar News / Pro Football Rumors / May 30

Chargers TE Charlie Kolar Could Be TE1

Following the strong rookie campaign of Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden II and the addition of veteran Pro Bowler David Njoku in free agency, it seems odd to assert that Charlie Kolar — TE3 for the Ravens last year — will be the new TE1 for the Chargers.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / May 30

ESPN tabs Chargers as having one of most improved positional groups in NFL, and it could help them get over the hump in 2026

Los Angeles made their improving their tight end room a priority this offseason, and it could give their offense a big boost in 2026. The Los Angeles Chargers made some big moves over the offseason, but perhaps at no position did they overhaul their roster more than in their tight end room.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 30

Ranking the 3 Most Realistic Chargers Trades That Could Still Happen This Offseason

The Los Angeles Chargers have made it through their first week of OTA's wrapping up with their third practice on May 29th. Theoff-season schedule is just beginning to get rolling but several position groups are already starting to raise questions, both in terms of need and overabundance.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 30

Chargers post-June 1 cut candidates: Who could be salary cap casualty?

As we’ve noted in the past, the Los Angeles Chargers aren’t going to get active cutting players because of the June 1 deadline. But that doesn’t mean

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 30

Chargers Roster Spotlights: Dalvin Tomlinson, an Overlooked Free-Agent Addition

Dalvin Tomlinson, born in February of 1994, played football, soccer and wrestling at Henry County High School in McDonough, Georgia. After a prestigious high school career, Tomlinson was a four-star recruit according to 247Sports.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 29

Chargers' Free Agent Steal Still Isn't Getting His Due

Gennaro Filice of NFL.com was given the task of finding every AFC team’s most underappreciated player for the upcoming season. The football writer probably didn’t have to look too far for a defensive back who has had a nose for the football the last two seasons and had an impressive debut with Jim Harbaugh’s club in 2025.