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Former player throws scathing accusation at Chargers

Originally posted on Los Angeles Chargers on SI
By Randy Gurzi | Last updated Mar 18, 2025 4:13 PM ET

As the Los Angeles Chargers continue to build for the 2025 season, one glaring concern remains — the presence of Dean Spanos. The owner and chairman of the organization isn’t exactly trusted by the fanbase, and is often accused of overstepping.

He’s gained favor over the past couple of seasons thanks to the decision to hire Jim Harbaugh, but his reputation just took another hit.

Former Chargers defensive back Quentin Jammer took to social media to accuse the franchise of not allowing him to return for his final season.

True story. I wanted to retire a charger but when I offered to play my last year for league min they decided to sign Derek Cox. So while the chargers r dear to my heart I have an absolute allegiance to fookin no one!! I’m just retired
— Quentin Jammer (@JAM_I_AM_23) March 15, 2025

Jammer was the fifth overall pick in 2002 and played for the Chargers (while they were still in San Diego) for 12 seasons. His final campaign was in 2013, which he spent with the Denver Broncos.

San Diego decided not to sign Jammer, but went for Derek Cox — paying him $20 million over four years. That was a large contract at the time, and much more than Jammer made.

The move would have been understandable if it worked out, but that wasn’t the case. Cox struggled and was released after one season. Jammer didn’t play much in Denver, but likely could have offered more than Cox did — and they wouldn’t have let down one of their best players at the time.

This article first appeared on Los Angeles Chargers on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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