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Mike McDaniel interviewing for Bills HC opening
Despite the news earlier this week that former Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel was expected to take the job as the Chargers’ new offensive coordinator, it’s now being reported that he’s being interviewed for the Bills job as a replacement for Sean McDermott. Early Friday morning, insider Dianna Russini reported that McDaniel was meeting with […]
Chargers Daily Links: Friday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Jesse Minter will be the Ravens new head coach (Chargers.com) Five potential Chargers draft targets to watch at the Shrine Bowl (Chargers Wire) The Chargers need to prepare for these players to follow Minter to the Ravens (Bolt Beat) […]
Ravens hire Chargers DC Jesse Minter as head coach
The Chargers will now have to find their second new coordinator of their offseason as Jesse Minter is being hired by the Baltimore Ravens to be their fourth head coach in franchise history. Minter called the Chargers defense for the past two seasons under head coach Jim Harbaugh. He followed Harbaugh from the University of […]
Chargers Daily Links: Thursday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Six offensive targets the Chargers should watch at this year’s Shrine Bowl (Chargers Wire) Tyreek Hill and two other Dolphins who could follow Mike McDaniel to the Chargers (Bolt Beat) Former Chargers HC Anthony Lynn may finally be getting […]
Chargers land highly-regarded DT prospect in Mel Kiper’s latest mock
Everyone and their mother knows that the Chargers’ biggest need this offseason is reinforcements along the interior offensive line. However, there are still plenty of draft analysts that believe the Bolts could stand to upgrade the interior of their defensive line. To be quite honest, I’m not entirely sure where this pressing need seems to […]
Chargers Daily Links: Wednesday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Chargers mock draft tracker 1.0 (Chargers.com) Chargers tracker for all offensive coordinator interviews thus far (Chargers.com) Check out photos of Mike McDaniel, whom the Chargers are expected to hire as their new OC (Chargers Wire) The expected hire of […]
Chargers expected to make Mike McDaniel new OC
The Chargers have found their next offensive coordinator. According to NFL insider Adam Schefter, the Chargers are expected to make former Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel their next offensive play-caller, replacing Greg Roman who was fired following the team’s wild card loss to the Patriots. McDaniel has spent the past four seasons with Miami where […]
Chargers predicted to sign major free agent for offensive line
It’s clear that the Los Angeles Chargers need to improve their offensive line throughout the offseason. While Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater should return from injuries, the team needs to do its best to shore up the interior part of the line. “The Chargers’ top priority from last offseason remains the same, as center Bradley […]
Chargers interview Cardinals pass game coordinator for OC vacancy
The Chargers doubled up on interviews for their vacant offensive coordinator position on Monday as they followed Arthur Smith’s interview with another involving Cardinals pass game coordinator/wide receivers coach Drew Terrell. Terrell has been in his role since the 2023 season and has previous NFL stops with the Carolina Panthers (2018-2019) and Washington Commanders (2020-2022). […]
Chargers interview former Falcons HC for OC vacancy
On Monday morning, the Chargers announced that they had completed an interview with former Falcons head coach and Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith in their continued search to replace the recently fired Greg Roman. The 43-year old Smith called plays for Pittsburgh over the last two seasons under former head coach Mike Tomlin. The Steelers […]
Chargers Daily Links: Tuesday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Keep tabs on all the coaches being interviewed for the Chargers opening at offensive coordinator (Chargers.com) Tuli Tuipulotu and Derwin James were named to PFWA’s All-AFC Team (Chargers.com) Who would be the perfect first-round draft pick for the Chargers […]
Chargers complete OC interview with Brian Callahan
The Chargers announced on Friday that they have completed an interview with former Bengals offensive coordinator and Titans head coach Brian Callahan. Callahan called the offense under Cincy head coach Zac Taylor from 2019 to 2023. After being hired by Tennessee, Callahan last a little over a year before being ousted by the Titans. Before […]
Chargers complete OC interview with QBs coach Shane Day
The Chargers announced on Thrusday that they’ve completed a second interview with an in-house candidate as quarterbacks coach Shane Day was given a look for the team’s offensive coordinator opening. Day has never once held the title of offensive coordinator in his career but he’s been integral in the development of several of the NFL’s […]
LBs coach NaVorro Bowman stepping away from Chargers
The Chargers made rightful changes to their offensive staff this week by firing offensive coordinator Greg Roman and offensive line coach Mike Devlin. With the team also expecting to lose defensive coordinator Jesse Minter to one of the NFL’s nine vacant head coach openings, there’s going to be a handful of new faces in prominent […]
Chargers Daily Links: Friday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Five takeaways from Jim Harbaugh and Joe Hortiz speaking to the media (Chargers.com) Chargers completed an interview with Shane Day for their OC opening (Chargers.com) NaVorro Bowman is leaving the Chargers to spend more time with his family (Chargers […]
Chargers complete OC interview with pass game coordinator Marcus Brady
On Thursday morning, the Chargers announced that they had completed an interview with passing game coordinator Marcus Brady for their vacant offensive coordinator position. Brady joined the Chargers in 2024 as part of Jim Harbaugh’s initial staff and has held the same position his entire tenure. Brady was hired alongside former offensive coordinator Greg Roman […]
Chargers among best NFL rookie classes
The Los Angeles Chargers are disappointed after their playoff elimination against the New England Patriots, but that shouldn’t take away from the accomplishments they made throughout the season. One of the bigger triumphs for the Chargers came with the rookie class, which came in at No. 8 in ESPN writer Aaron Schatz’s ranking. “The Chargers’ […]
Chargers Daily Links: Thursday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Here’s why Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater are ready to hit the ground running this offseason (Chargers.com) ESPN believes the Chargers had a top-10 rookie class in terms of impact this season (Chargers.com) These Chargers were the top five […]
Jesse Minter completes HC interview with Ravens
Over the past few days following the end to the Chargers’ 2025 season, defensive coordinator Jesse Minter has been requested to interview with every single team that is currently searching for a new head coach outside of the Steelers. On Wednesday, the Baltimore Ravens were the most recent team to announce they had completely an […]
Chargers Daily Links: Wednesday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: The Chargers signed 14 players to reserve/future contracts (Chargers.com) Greg Roman and Mike Devlin out after a rough year for offense, offensive line (Chargers.com) Justin Herbert’s teammates were swift in his defense after another playoff bummer (Bolt Beat) Five […]
Chargers sign 14 players to reserve/future contracts
Just a day after players returned to The Bolt for locker clean out day, the Chargers announced a list of 14 players they are signing to reserve/future contracts. The most notable names on the list are receiver Dalevon Campbell, tight end Tanner McLachlan, and running back Amar Johnson. The other 10 players include longsnapper Peter […]
Chargers to retain Asst. OL coach Nick Hardwick
The Chargers wasted little time in making their first coaching change following the loss to the Patriots. Per the team, offensive coordinator Greg Roman and offensive line coach Mike Devlin are both being relieved of duties just two days after the offense scored three points in their second consecutive loss in the postseason. However, it […]
Chargers fire OC Greg Roman
The Los Angeles Chargers are making a change to their coaching staff following their elimination in the playoffs at the hands of the New England Patriots. According to NFL Network insider Ian Rapaport, the Chargers are firing offensive coordinator Greg Roman after two years with the team. The news comes after the team scored just […]
Chargers Daily Links: Tuesday Open Thread
Good morning, Chargers fans! You know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Khalil Mack will take a step back and ponder his future after losing another playoff game (Chargers.com) The Chargers officially hold the 22nd pick in the 2026 NFL Draft (Chargers.com) Social media reactions to the Chargers’ loss to the […]
Jesse Minter receiving major interest for head coach vacancies around NFL
Chargers fans at one point probably thought that the 2024 season would be the only year with Jesse Minter as defensive coordinator after he led the Bolts to the league’s top scoring defense. However, wound up sticking with Los Angeles for one more season, but it looks like that may end up being all she […]
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