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Chargers sign former Jets, Saints safety after RJ Mickens injury

The Los Angeles Chargers are looking to build upon their 10-4 record as they aim to make a serious playoff push. They are coming off a season sweep against the Kansas City Chiefs and have three tough games remaining to make a statement.

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Chargers' sixth-round pick proved 'just draft good football players' ideology

Chargers General Manager Joe Hortiz has seemingly found every way possible to find contributors in the secondary room. Whether it was trades, day 3 picks or inheriting superstars, this Chargers secondary has been filled with talent.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / October 26

Chargers' rookie R.J. Mickens describes 'Welcome to NFL' moment with Vikings interception

Oronde Gadsden received all the flowers after the Los Angeles Chargers' blowout victory of the Minnesota Vikings Thursday night. And deservedly so. But there was another rookie who made a significant impact on the win that improved the Bolts to 5-3.

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NFL News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 24

Former Clemson Safety Shines in Los Angeles Chargers' Thursday Night Win

When R.J. Mickens heard his name called in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, few outside of Clemson truly knew what kind of player a team was getting.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / EasySportz / August 27

2025 AFC West Preview: Los Angeles Chargers Football

LOS ANGELES, California — The Los Angeles Chargers enter the 2025 NFL season fully charged, led by star quarterback Justin Herbert and emboldened under head coach Jim Harbaugh in his second year at the helm.

NFL News / LAFB Network / August 15

Underrated Rookies Who Could Shine For Los Angeles Chargers Against The Rams

This is likely the deepest roster the Los Angeles Chargers have built in years. With that being said, here are three players who have been highlighted for the upcoming preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams to watch out for as they continue to compete for a spot on the 53-man roster.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 13

Rookie Safety R.J. Mickens Earns NFL’s Top Grade in Preseason Debut

Former Clemson Tiger, R.J. Mickens didn’t waste any time making his presence felt in the NFL. In his very first preseason game with the Los Angeles Chargers, the rookie safety turned heads with an eye-popping 93.0 grade from PFF College, the highest mark among all rookie safeties in Week 1.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / July 19

Hyped Chargers draft pick wastes no time turning heads at training camp

The LA Chargers got a head start on training thanks to the team's participation in the Hall of Fame game on July 31. And to say it's been an eventful start to training camp would be an understatement.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 19

Unexpected Chargers rookie starts making noise at training camp

When one thinks of the Los Angeles Chargers draft class, the attention goes to big names like Omarion Hampton and Tre Harris. When one thinks of possible

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 17

Chargers agree to terms with second-round WR Tre Harris

While Tre Harris was one of many second-round picks to remain unsigned through mid-July, the rookie made headlines when he was a no-show during the start of Chargers training camp. Well, the unofficial holdout is over.

Chargers Signing Second-Round WR Tre Harris

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / July 10

Chargers rookie has already made $1.38 million veteran expendable

The NFL is a young man's game. It doesn't matter if you are a veteran on a cheap contract, if there is a young player on your heels with several years of team control then you will be shown the door.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 8

Chargers' popular veteran is a sudden cut candidate before training camp

The Los Angeles Chargers will have some difficult decisions to make when it comes time to trim the roster down to 53 players, and there will probably be some surprising cuts.

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NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 1

Chargers stole 108th-ranked NFL draft prospect at No. 214

The Los Angeles Chargers have received a ton of praise after their work in the 2025 NFL Draft. Fans should be pleased with nearly every selection. From running back Omarion Hampton in the first round, to Florida safety Trikweze Bridges with their final pick in the seventh round.

Clemson Tigers Safety Taken by Los Angeles Chargers in Sixth Round of NFL Draft

The Clemson Tigers saw their second player of the day get taken in the 2025 NFL draft with a safety being selected in the sixth round. It was the Los Angeles Chargers that took R.J.

College Football News / Bolts From The Blue / April 26

How the media is grading sixth round pick R.J. Mickens

The Chargers drafted safety R.J. Mickens in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. We’ve got some draft grades from the media and you can vote as well on the pick.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / April 25

Will Clemson Tigers See Player Selected on Second Day of NFL Draft?

As expected, no Clemson Tigers were picked in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday. So, what’s next? Well, the second day of the NFL Draft features the second and third rounds and dozens of other players will come off the board.

Who is R.J. Mickens? Versatile safety has always believed, now gets his chance in 2025 NFL draft

Clemson safety R.J. Mickens had a memorable senior season with the Tigers, earning his shot to be a valuable asset in the 2025 NFL draft. In an under-appreciated safety class, Mickens is one of the standouts.

Clemson Tigers News / The 33rd Team / April 9

RJ Mickens 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Clemson Tigers SAF

Height: 6000 (verified) Weight: 199lbs (verified) Year: Senior Pro Comparison: Chamarri Conner Clemson Tigers safety RJ Mickens is a long, physical run defender with explosive linear traits that allow him to be an asset low and closer to the line of scrimmage.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / April 1

2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: RJ Mickens, Clemson

RJ Mickens has been a consistently strong presence in the Clemson secondary for three years, but how does his full NFL scouting report look? More 2025 NFL Draft Profiles 5’11” 221 lbs A class of 2020 graduate, RJ Mickens spent his HS career at Southlake Carroll in Texas.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Clemson Safety R.J. Mickens Draws NFL Interest Following Stellar Combine Performance

Clemson safety R.J. Mickens has quickly become a rising star in the 2025 NFL Draft conversation, earning significant interest from top NFL teams, including the Dallas Cowboys, New York Jets, and Indianapolis Colts.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / November 16, 2024

Watch: Clemson's Defense Brings Its Bite In Win Over Pitt

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / September 4, 2024

Mickens says Tigers have Georgia in Rearview Mirror

CLEMSON – The 25th-ranked Clemson Tigers look to turn the page Saturday after last week’s loss to No. 1 Georgia. The Tigers will host App State at Memorial Stadium for the first home game of the 2024 season.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / August 3, 2024

Clemson Tigers Star Defender Speaks NCAA Football 25 Video Game

This summer was a big one for college football and Clemson Tigers fans. For the first time in 11 years, a new college football video game was released by EA Sports, College Football 25.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 1, 2024

Mickens Goes In-depth on Decision to Return, Freshmen and More

RJ Mickens return is huge for Clemson’s defense as they look to once again have one of the nation’s best defenses. Mickens had plenty to say about his decision and much more on Monday.

Clemson Tigers News / FanNation All Clemson / December 23, 2023

RJ Mickens joins Barrett Carter in return. Clemson now waits on Shipley, Mafah.

With Andrew Mukuba now headed to Texas and Toriano Pride now at Missouri, Clemson had some gaps to fill. Add to that the departure of Nate Wiggins to the NFL and you get a fuller picture of what Clemson's coaching staff was looking at in the secondary next season.