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The Los Angeles Chargers continue to sink further in the 2026 season. Now the Kansas City Chiefs dropped them to 0-6 following the 22-6 loss at Arrowhead Stadium.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 31

Chargers Reverse Course On Tony Jefferson, Set 53-Man Roster

Here is how the Chargers moved their roster to the 53-man limit Sunday: RB Jaret Patterson P JK Scott S Noah Avinger LB Lander Burton LS Peter Bowden TE

Los Angeles Chargers News / Athlon Sports / August 31

Chargers Change Their Minds and Keep Tony Jefferson on Their Final Roster

The Los Angeles Chargers made a move on Sunday by deciding to release veteran safety Tony Jefferson after he had spent the last two seasons with them. ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reported the news, and it had some people scratching their heads.

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

Los Angeles Chargers' Biggest Surprises From Final Roster Cuts

With every NFL cut-down day, an unexpected surprise is bound to happen. Something that the media and fans could not predict, as only people inside the building would have enough information to make these tough decisions.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 30

Chargers take a U-turn with interesting move on safety after trades

The Los Angeles Chargers announced earlier on Sunday that veteran safety Tony Jefferson was released from the roster. However, hours later, the organization chose not to cut Jefferson, as he is not part of the 53-man roster.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30

Chargers Release S Tony Jefferson

Minutes after trading cornerback Avery Smith to the Seahawks, the Chargers are subtracting another player from their secondary. The Bolts have released veteran safety Tony Jefferson, per Adam Schefter of ESPN.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30

Chargers Cut S Tony Jefferson

According to Adam Schefter, the Chargers have released S Tony Jefferson. He’s a vested veteran and doesn’t have to pass through waivers, so the Chargers

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / May 27

The Underrated Junior College Addition in USC’s Recruiting Class

With the departure of Lake McRee and Walker Lyons, the USC Trojans will have a new-look tight end room in 2026, which includes junior Josiah Jefferson. Jefferson, a four-star recruit, was ranked as the No.

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

Stop the Funeral Planning: Why Analysts are Wrong to Write Off Veteran Tony Jefferson

The Los Angeles Chargers offseason program is just beginning with voluntary workouts starting and rookie mini camp already in the books. This is the time of the NFL offseason when storylines following the draft begin to write obituaries for players on the bubble or veterans who may be replaced by young draft picks.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 29

The Chargers are dead last in ESPN’s offseason rankings

The Los Angeles Chargers are currently ranked at the very bottom of the league in ESPN’s offseason rankings, despite the front office making several low-cost veteran signings.

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

1 Key Free Agent Chargers Still Need to Bring Back After Tony Jefferson Deal

The Los Angeles Chargers quietly scored a big win for themselves in NFL free agency recently by bringing back veteran safety Tony Jefferson. Jefferson hadn’t seemed happy based on messages sent on social media during his trip to the free-agent market.

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

Unc is Back! Why Tony Jefferson is the Perfect Fit for the Chargers Defense

The Los Angeles Chargers entered the offseason with a massive list of internal free agents hitting the open market. One of them, fan favorite safety Tony Jefferson, has officially agreed to terms to return to Los Angeles and play for his hometown team for at least one more season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / March 18

Chargers To Re-Sign S Tony Jefferson

Tony Jefferson battled injuries for a while, spending the 2020 season out of football. He then spent the 2023 season retired, working as a Ravens scout.

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

Chargers Free Agent Shares Strange Message Hinting at Big LA Mistake

It isn't often a team’s free agent takes to social media to hint at his status with his most recent team, but here comes some intrigue around the Los Angeles

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 23

Chargers veteran safety drops Nick Saban gif response to retirement questions

Tony Jefferson has been in the NFL for a long time (2013). The veteran safety has excelled with a handful of different teams, but his time with the Los Angeles Chargers has been special.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / December 21

NFL fines Chargers' Tony Jefferson for hit that injured Chiefs player

Los Angeles Chargers safety Tony Jefferson finally had his punishment from the NFL go public. Jefferson was one of the most high-profile players of the

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 20

Why Tony Jefferson was fined $7,111 twice on the same play vs. Chiefs

The Los Angeles Chargers earned a big 16-13 Week 15 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. However, the contest was filled with a ton of drama after Tony Jefferson was controversially ejected from the matchup after being flagged for a hit on Tyquan Thornton.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 15

Chargers’ Tony Jefferson gets into it with Chiefs fans after getting ejected

Los Angeles Chargers safety Tony Jefferson had a bit of a meltdown after he was ejected for a helmet-to-helmet hit during Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 18, 2025

Chargers promote veteran safety

The Chargers promoted veteran safety Tony Jefferson from the practice squad to the active roster.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 18, 2025

Chargers Signing S Tony Jefferson To Active Roster

Jordan Schultz reports the Chargers are signing S Tony Jefferson to the 53-man roster from the practice squad. Jefferson, 33, originally signed on with the Cardinals as an undrafted free agent out of Oklahoma back in 2013.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / March 27, 2025

Chargers' Tony Jefferson is recruiting former Ravens teammate to LA

The LA Chargers have done a good job at addressing various roster holes this offseason even if the team hasn't made a big-time signing. Whether or not this is a successful offseason for the Bolts will be determined by whether or not the fliers on the team pan out.

NFL News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / March 25, 2025

Chargers Sign Former Cardinals DB

Former Arizona Cardinals defensive back Tony Jefferson is re-signing with the Los Angeles Chargers, as announced by the team. Jefferson first entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2013 with Arizona before spending the next four seasons with the Cardinals, playing in at least 15 games every year.