DONALD BUTLER RUMORS

Chargers LB Donald Butler Next In Line For A Contract Extension?

Michael Gehlken of the Urban-Tribune San Diego writes that with the recent salary cap relief that Chargers received, LB Donald Butler could be “at the forefront of the Chargers’ focus” for a contract extension. Butler, 24, graded out as the No. 16 inside linebacker according to Pro Football Focus, and with the recent addition of LB Manti Te’o in the draft it would make sense...
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14 days ago  |  Discuss

Chargers reportedly focused on signing Donald Butler to an extension

According to the San Diego Union-Tribune, the Chargers main priority before next offseason rolls around is making sure they sign linebacker Donald Butler to an extension. Inside linebacker Donald Butler, at the forefront of the Chargers’ focus, will hit free agency next March if no prior agreement is reached. Butler is one of the young budding stars on the Chargers defense.  He’s...
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15 days ago  |  Discuss

Chargers’ Donald Butler is excited to play with Manti Te’o

San Diego Chargers linebacker Donald Butler told the San Diego Union Tribune that he’s excited to have the chance to play with former Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te’o. “I’m looking forward to him coming in and being excited to work. From what I’ve heard, that is what he likes to do: humble guy who wants to come in and just work and really hone his craft.” Butler says...
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May 04, 2013  |  Discuss

Donald Butler Says Chargers Rookie LB Manti Te'o Will Need To 'Prove Himself'

The San Diego Chargers expect second-round draft selection Manti Te'o to step in as the starting inside linebacker next to Donald Butler. That talk is premature, Butler says. "I think a lot of people are jumping to conclusions," Butler told U-T San Diego on Friday. "He has to come in and prove himself as a starter. Obviously, it would be nice -- that'...
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May 04, 2013  |  Discuss
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Chargers LB: Te'o will get heckled

Chargers linebacker Donald Butler said he expects Manti Te'o to catch some ribbing from his new teammates but only in good fun.

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May 04, 2013  |  Discuss

Royal, Stuckey, Butler among inactives for Bolts

Wide receiver Eddie Royal, safety Darrell Stuckey and linebacker Donald Butler are among the inactives for the San Diego Chargers against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. Also inactive are wide receiver Michael Spurlock, tight end Dante Rosario, defensive tackle Aubrayo Franklin and linebacker Jarret Johnson. Demorrio Williams is expected to start for Butler, Cam Thomas for Aubrayo...
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December 02, 2012  |  Discuss

Donald Butler is Doubtful

San Diego Chargers inside linebacker Donald Butler is doubtful for Sunday's game against Cincinnati . He's dealing with a groin injry.Fantasy Spin:Butler and the Chargers defense took a beating in the Ravens' game with as many as seven players leaving the game for treatment before the final whistle in overtime. The Bengals, the Chargers' next opponent, should be given...
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November 27, 2012  |  Discuss

Chargers LB Donald Butler Named AFC Defensive Player Of Week 4

San Diego Chargers linebacker Donald Butler named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week for Week 4. Butler recorded six tackles, 1/2 a sack, a pass defensed and an interception return for a touchdown in the Chargers' 37-20 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. He ranks second on the team with 30 tackles this season. Source: Sports Network Attached Thumbnails  
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October 03, 2012  |  Discuss

San Diego Chargers defense showing signs of life?

The San Diego Chargers defense including Atari Bigby and Donald Butler were actually tackling people the other night, with their arms. They were making stops. They were sacking the quarterback. That sounds stupid, I know. That’s what defenses are supposed to do, right? You have to understand though, that Chargers’ fans have become quite accustomed to watching the Lightning...
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September 14, 2012  |  Discuss

Chargers LB Donald Butler Might Be Out Vs Bills

The Chargers could be without inside linebacker Donald Butler against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, a major blow against the run. Butler has shown in his first full season innate instincts and physicality that have the Chargers excited about his future. Butler missed practice and was wearing a boot on his injured left foot Thursday. If he does not start, Butler will be replaced primarily...
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December 08, 2011  |  Discuss
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