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On Friar Podcast: What does Melvin's exit mean for Preller and Padres?
Bob Melvin is gone. A.J. Preller is searching for another manager. On Wednesday we heard about ‘narrative’ and ‘fit’ that suggest continued disconnect between Preller and his managers. How does Melvin look after all of this? What does this all say about Preller? We’ll hear from both mean and discuss what’s next.
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Chargers CB Chris Harris Jr. Playing With Chip On Shoulder
For nine seasons, cornerback Chris Harris Jr. terrorized the Chargers offense. Even Philip Rivers would jaw at him, though Harris hardly talked back and always let his play do the talking. Harris has always played with a chip on his shoulder. He went to Kansas State and balled out, but he wasn’t drafted, then worked hard to make the...
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Chargers RB Austin Ekeler Using His Journey To Inspire Prospects
During OTAs in 2017, a player on the field, who wore a single-digit jersey, stood out because of the plays he made on the field at Chargers Park. In the NFL, it is rare for a single-digit jersey to turn into a double-digit one. Number three didn’t care. He did everything that was asked of him from the coaches. That…
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Chargers Mike Pouncey Cleared To Play In 2020
After months of rehab, Chargers center Mike Pouncey received clearance from his doctor to play in 2020. “I feel great,” Pouncey said on a Zoom call. “It’s still a process coming back from neck surgery, so I’m just in the rehab stages. But yes, if you were to ask the doctor that did my surgery, I’ve been cleared to...
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Philip Rivers Named Head Coach of Catholic High School in Alabama
Former Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers was named the future head football coach of St. Michael Catholic High School in Fairhope, Alabama, once he retires.
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Chargers Defense Will “Mix Things Up” In 2020
The 2019 season was a bag of mixed emotions for the Chargers on the field. The defense had games like holding the Packers to 11 points and games where they allowed the Vikings to put up 39 points. Things could change this season. Gus Bradley’s defense finished top six in total yards allowed and top five in passing yards allowed….
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Chargers TE Hunter Henry Optimistic About New Deal
The Chargers franchise tagged tight end Hunter Henry to a one-year deal worth $10.6 million on March 13. He signed the deal, but hopes to stay with the team long term. “It’s definitely a blessing to get the franchise tag,” Henry stated Wednesday on a conference call with reporters. “It only being one year, definitely we’re going to try to…
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Chargers Have Made Moves To Fix Offensive Line
Since the start of free agency, there has been a lot of movement around the NFL. The Chargers started making moves February 4 when they hired offensive line coach James Campen. “I am really excited about that,” explained Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn. “I thought James (Campen) did a good job in Cleveland last year. I thought he did a…
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Chargers Are Looking At All Options For Quarterback
Free agency has been underway for about two weeks. The Chargers made some very good roster moves and upgraded at some key positions, but they still have some holes. The glaring hole is at the quarterback position. The Bolts and Philip Rivers agreed to mutually part ways and he is now an Indianapolis Colt. The team did try to go…
