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Faces of the 2019 Los Angeles Chargers
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – JANUARY 13: Philip Rivers #17 of the Los Angeles Chargers reacts during the fourth quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff Game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on January 13, 2019 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) Throughout the month of July, the Last Word on Pro Football department will be taking a look at the three most recognizable faces of each NFL team. For this series, we’ll be looking only at active players.
Keenan Allen Could Be a Fantasy Football Star in 2019
DENVER, CO – DECEMBER 30: Wide receiver Keenan Allen #13 of the Los Angeles Chargers runs after a catch against the Denver Broncos in the fourth quarter of a game at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on December 30, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) Keenan Allen is one of those wide receivers who puts up great numbers but is often left out of the elite conversations.
Melvin Gordon Poised for an Elite Fantasy Football Season in 2019
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – JANUARY 13: Melvin Gordon III #28 of the Los Angeles Chargers runs with the football during the AFC Divisional Playoff Game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on January 13, 2019 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images) Melvin Gordon, running back for the Los Angeles Chargers, probably feels like he deserves more respect in the NFL and fantasy football circles.
2019 AFC West All-Division Team: The Defense
DENVER, CO – DECEMBER 15: Von Miller #58 of the Denver Broncos in action during the game against the Cleveland Browns at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on December 15, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. The Browns defeated the Broncos 17-16. (Photo by Rob Leiter via Getty Images) Over the next week, the Last Word on Sports NFL department will be selecting the best players in each division by position. Here we will be discussing the AFC West, which has no shortage of talent.
2019 AFC West All-Division Team: The Offense
DENVER, CO – DECEMBER 30: Wide receiver Keenan Allen #13 of the Los Angeles Chargers reaches for a pass against the Denver Broncos in the fourth quarter of a game at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on December 30, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) Over the next week, the Last Word on Sports NFL department will be selecting the best players in each division by position. Here we will be discussing the AFC West, which has no shortage of talent.
Hunter Henry Fantasy Football Outlook
CARSON, CA – DECEMBER 03: Hunter Henry #86 of the Los Angeles Chargers heads to a huddle during the game against the Cleveland Browns at StubHub Center on December 3, 2017 in Carson, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) As far as fantasy football is concerned, the tight end landscape is a desolate wasteland. Once you get past Travis Kelce, George Kittle, and Zach Ertz, every tight end available comes with some significant question marks.
Looking at the 2019 Los Angeles Chargers Wide Receivers
DENVER, CO – DECEMBER 30: Wide receiver Keenan Allen #13 of the Los Angeles Chargers reaches for a pass against the Denver Broncos in the fourth quarter of a game at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on December 30, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) We’re about a month away from training camp now, and about two and a half months away from the start of the 2019 regular season.
2019 NFL Quarterback Rankings by Division (AFC Edition)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – FEBRUARY 03: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots runs onto the field before Super Bowl LIII against the Los Angeles Rams at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on February 03, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) Today starts the mark of a new series. Since it’s the off-season and OTAs have turned out to be pretty uneventful, I’ve decided to rank each division based on position.
Los Angeles Chargers Super Bowl Window Is Short
BUFFALO, NY – SEPTEMBER 16: A detailed view of the Chargers logo on the helmet of Trent Scott #68 of the Los Angeles Chargers during NFL game action against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field on September 16, 2018 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images) The Los Angeles Chargers and their fans have been waiting for a Lombardi trophy during their entire existence. They did win an AFL Championship back in 1963 and made it to a Super Bowl back in 1994 (only to meet Steve Young).
Looking at the 2019 Los Angeles Chargers Secondary
CARSON, CA – DECEMBER 22: Derwin James #33 of the Los Angeles Chargers reacts to a broken pass play during the second half of a game against the Baltimore Ravens at StubHub Center on December 22, 2018 in Carson, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) As the 2019 NFL season approaches, the Los Angeles Chargers look to be one of the top AFC contenders.
Easton Stick Could Be Intended Successor to Philip Rivers
FRISCO, TX – JANUARY 06: North Dakota State Bison quarterback Easton Stick (12) passes during the FCS National Championship game between North Dakota State and James Madison on January 6, 2018 at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, TX. (Photo by George Walker/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) One pick in the Los Angeles Chargers 2019 draft that was kind of interesting was a fifth-round pick, where they selected quarterback Easton Stick from North Dakota State with the 166th pick.
Los Angeles Chargers Looking to Extend Philip Rivers
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – JANUARY 13: Philip Rivers #17 of the Los Angeles Chargers reacts during the AFC Divisional Playoff Game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on January 13, 2019 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images) Prior to the NFL Draft last week, the Pittsburgh Steelers signed quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, who was a classmate in the same draft class as Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers, to a two-year contract extension.
2019 NFL Draft Grades - AFC West
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – APRIL 25: Running back Josh Jacobs poses with a jersey after being selected by the Oakland Raiders with pick 24 on day 1 of the 2019 NFL Draft on April 25, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images) Last year, the AFC West saw two teams make it to the playoffs in the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers. Both boasted the top records in the AFC and looked to build on already strong teams in this year’s draft.
Reacting to the Los Angeles Chargers 2019 Schedule
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – JANUARY 13: Philip Rivers #17 of the Los Angeles Chargers calls a huddle against the New England Patriots during their AFC Divisional Round playoff game at Gillette Stadium on January 13, 2019 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) As we get closer to the NFL Draft, another occurrence in the league has happened: the schedule for the Los Angeles Chargers and all the other 31 teams has been released.
Los Angeles Chargers Bring Back Powder Blue Uniforms
LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 21: Philip Rivers #17 of the Los Angeles Chargers celebrates victory with Adrian Phillips #31 of the Los Angeles Chargers during the NFL International Series game between Tennessee Titans and Los Angeles Chargers at Wembley Stadium on October 21, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Jack Thomas/Getty Images) Ladies and gentlemen, it is happening. The Los Angeles Chargers announced on Twitter Tuesday evening that they will be bringing back their powder blue uniforms.
Brandon Mebane Re-Signs With Los Angeles Chargers
OAKLAND, CA – NOVEMBER 11: Brandon Mebane #92 of the Los Angeles Chargers is seen during their NFL game against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on November 11, 2018 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Defensive tackle Brandon Mebane has re-signed with the Los Angeles Chargers, per Ian Rapoport. Contract details are pending at this time. Mebane spent the last three years with the Chargers.
Tyrell Williams Signs With the Oakland Raiders
KANSAS CITY, MO – DECEMBER 13: Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Tyrell Williams (16) catches a pass before an NFL game between the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs on December 13, 2018 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Free agent wide receiver Tyrell Williams is expected to sign a contract with the Oakland Raiders. Contract details are pending at this time.
Tyrod Taylor Signs With the Los Angeles Chargers
CLEVELAND, OH – SEPTEMBER 20: Cleveland Browns quarterback Tyrod Taylor (5) throws a pass during the second quarter of the National Football League game between the New York Jets and Cleveland Browns on September 20, 2018, at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland, OH. Cleveland defeated New York 21-17. (Photo by Frank Jansky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Tyrod Taylor is starting the next chapter of his football career.
Denzel Perryman Re-Signs With the Los Angeles Chargers
OAKLAND, CA – NOVEMBER 11: Denzel Perryman #52 of the Los Angeles Chargers looks on during pregame warm ups prior to an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on November 11, 2018 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) Linebacker Denzel Perryman has signed a new two-year contract with the Los Angeles Chargers. His new contract keeps with the team through 2020.
NFL Most Iconic Player For Each AFC Team
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – FEBRUARY 03: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots warms up prior to Super Bowl LIII against the Los Angeles Rams at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on February 03, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) A gentleman from a northern school once said the most iconic players from each NFL team would mostly have played in the Big Ten. After careful consideration, a check of his theory rings untrue.
Tyrell Williams 2019 NFL Free Agent Profile
KANSAS CITY, MO – DECEMBER 13: Wide receiver Tyrell Williams #16 of the Los Angeles Chargers makes a second quarter pass catch against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on December 13, 2018 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images) Formerly an undrafted player, Tyrell Williams now finds himself a free agent with a couple good seasons under his belt with the Los Angeles Chargers.
The Los Angeles Chargers Should Move on From Jason Verrett
KANSAS CITY, MO – SEPTEMBER 11: Cornerback Jason Verrett #22 of the San Diego Chargers runs with the ball after an interception during the second half of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on September 11, 2016 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Peter G Aiken/Getty Images) The Los Angeles Chargers got an exciting first-round pick in 2014 for their secondary when they selected Jason Verrett. As a cornerback, he was undersized but didn’t play like it.
Los Angeles Chargers Defense Disappoints in Season-Ending Playoff Loss
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – JANUARY 13: Julian Edelman #11 of the New England Patriots in action against Rayshawn Jenkins #23 of the Los Angeles Chargers during their AFC Divisional Round playoff game at Gillette Stadium on January 13, 2019 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) The Los Angeles Chargers 2018 season has come to an end with a 41-28 loss to the New England Patriots. Although the score may make it seem somewhat close, it really wasn’t.
Los Angeles Chargers Defense Critical to Beating New England Patriots
BALTIMORE, MD – JANUARY 06: Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Melvin Ingram III (54) recovers a second half fumble by Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) on January 6, 2019, at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, MD. (Photo by Mark Goldman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) The Los Angeles Chargers escaped out of Wildcard Weekend with a 23-17 win over the Baltimore Ravens. Despite the score, it wasn’t until near the end that it was even that close.
New England Patriots to Face Off Against Los Angeles Chargers In AFC Divsional Round
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – JANUARY 06: Melvin Gordon #28 of the Los Angeles Chargers scores a one yard touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the fourth quarter in the AFC Wild Card Playoff game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 06, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) The New England Patriots can officially put self-scouting in the rearview and focus on their next opponent.
Philip Rivers Needs to Bounce Back in Rematch With Baltimore Ravens
DENVER, COLORADO – DECEMBER 30: Quarterback Philip Rivers #17 of the Los Angeles Chargers throws against the Denver Broncos at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on December 30, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images) The Los Angeles Chargers are coming off a victory over the Denver Broncos 23-9 and have finished the regular season 12-4. Despite finishing tied for the best record in the AFC, they do not get a first-round bye and must play in the Wildcard round.
Fantasy Football: Keenan Allen Worth Taking a Chance on if He Plays
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – DECEMBER 13: Cornerback Kendall Fuller #23 of the Kansas City Chiefs breaks up a pass intended for wide receiver Keenan Allen #13 of the Los Angeles Chargers during the game at Arrowhead Stadium on December 13, 2018 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images) The worst time of the year for fantasy football team owners to deal with injuries is during championship weekend.
Fantasy Football: Robby Anderson, Mike Williams Top Week 16 Wide Receiver Waiver Pickups
MIAMI GARDENS, FL – NOVEMBER 06: Robby Anderson #11 of the New York Jets makes a catch during a game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on November 6, 2016 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) It’s finally here! After 15 wild weeks, only two teams per league are left fighting for the ultimate prize: the fantasy football championship.
Fantasy Football: Mike Williams Can Win You A Championship
CARSON, CA – NOVEMBER 18: Wide receiver Mike Williams #81 of the Los Angeles Chargers celebrates his catch for a first down in the second quarter against the Denver Broncos at StubHub Center on November 18, 2018 in Carson, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) It’s never too late to find a good player in fantasy football, even if it is the final week of just about every fantasy league.
Mike Williams Becomes the Real Deal in Wild Los Angeles Chargers Win
KANSAS CITY, MO – DECEMBER 13: Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (81) goes up to haul in a 1-yard touchdown catch with :04 left in the fourth quarter of an NFL game between the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs on December 13, 2018 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO.
Damien Williams Highlights Week 14 Fantasy Football Watch List
KANSAS CITY, MO – SEPTEMBER 23: Damien Williams #26 of the Kansas City Chiefs catches a pass after a bobble during the second quarter of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Arrowhead Stadium on September 23rd, 2018 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Peter Aiken/Getty Images) This is it! In fantasy football, it is either the final week of the regular season or the first week of playoffs.
Los Angeles Chargers Make Statement With Win Over Pittsburgh Steelers
PITTSBURGH, PA – DECEMBER 02: Los Angeles Chargers free safety Derwin James (33) intercepts the ball during a NFL football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Los Angeles Chargers at Heinz Field on December 2, 2018 in Pittsburgh, PA. (Photo by Shelley Lipton/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) The Los Angeles Chargers rose to 9-3 on Sunday night by pulling off a 33-30 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers (7-4-1).
Ben Roethlisberger and Philip Rivers Will Air it Out on Sunday
PITTSBURGH, PA – DECEMBER 09: Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers congratulates Philip Rivers #17 of the San Diego Chargers after the game on December 9, 2012 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. San Diego won the game 34-24. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images) This Sunday night will feature a battle from the famed quarterback class of the 2004 NFL Draft.
Los Angeles Chargers Passing Attack Critical Against Pittsburgh Steelers
CARSON, CA – NOVEMBER 25: Quarterback Philip Rivers #17 of the Los Angeles Chargers reacts to the touchdown of wide receiver Mike Williams #81 to take a 28-10 lead in the second quarter at StubHub Center on November 25, 2018 in Carson, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) The Los Angeles Chargers (8-3) are coming off their best victory of the season – a 45-10 blowout over the Arizona Cardinals.
Fantasy Football: Austin Ekeler, Gus Edwards Top Week 13 Running Back Waiver Claims
CARSON, CA – NOVEMBER 25: Running back Austin Ekeler #30 of the Los Angeles Chargers runs after his catch in front of defensive back David Amerson #38 of the Arizona Cardinals during the third quarter at StubHub Center on November 25, 2018 in Carson, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) It’s finally here! Bye weeks are officially over and the fantasy football playoffs are about to begin in some leagues.
Fantasy Football: An Ode to Melvin Gordon
CARSON, CA – NOVEMBER 18: Running back Melvin Gordon #28 of the Los Angeles Chargers runs in front of inside linebacker Joey Jewell #47 of the Denver Broncos in the third quarter at StubHub Center on November 18, 2018 in Carson, California. (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images) It seems like a lifetime ago that Melvin Gordon’s mother wouldn’t even wear his jersey during his rookie season.
Los Angeles Chargers Defense Falters in Second Half in Loss
CARSON, CA – NOVEMBER 18: kicker Brandon McManus #8 of the Denver Broncos watches his kick through the up rights to win the game 23-22 over the Los Angeles Chargers at the StubHub Center November 18, 2018 in Carson, California. (Photo by Joe Amon/The Denver Post via Getty Images) The Los Angeles Chargers suffered a 23-22 loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday, putting an end to their six-game winning streak.
Philip Rivers Is an MVP Candidate
Philip Rivers, the quarterback of the Los Angeles Chargers, is having a superb year so far. Now that is usually something that can be said most years; he is a top 10 quarterback, after all (arguably even top five). But even by his standards, he’s having a superb year. In fact, he’s having the best season of his life thus far. His Chargers team is 6-2 as of this writing and currently tied for second best record in the entire AFC.
Los Angeles Chargers Midseason Review
The Los Angeles Chargers (6-2) are at the halfway mark of the regular season. They continue to equally entertain and frustrate their fans. Going into week 10, few would have predicted that the Chargers would be playing .750 football, especially without their elite defensive end, Joey Bosa. Head Coach Anthony Lynn started the 2018 season in a similar fashion that his Chargers opened the 2017 season, 0-1.
It’s 200 Games And Counting For Philip Rivers
Pure franchise signal-callers aren’t plentiful. Think of the great quarterbacks, Brett Favre, Dan Marino, Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Joe Montana, Drew Brees, the list goes on. One quarterback that deserves to be in that bracket of conversation is Philip Rivers. As the 5-2 Los Angeles Chargers head North to face the 4-3 Seattle Seahawks, one veteran is about to reach a rare and impressive milestone.
Los Angeles Chargers Secondary Needs to Step Up Against Seattle Seahawks
The Los Angeles Chargers are 5-2 coming out of their bye week. Originally, we expected that Joey Bosa would be back by now. But it is sounding like he will still probably be out on Sunday with a bad foot. They’ve generally been doing okay so far despite his absence, but without him, the pass defense will be on their own again and will have to make plays without much help from the pass-rushing. This weekend, they will be facing the Seattle Seahawks; arguably their toughest opponent in over a month.
Los Angeles Chargers Are Playoff Contenders Heading Into Bye Week
Following their most recent win over the Tennessee Titans 20-19 on Sunday, the Los Angeles Chargers are now 5-2 as they head into their bye week. And for them, life is pretty good at the moment. Sure, there aren’t many Chargers fans showing up to the home games. But their only two losses have come to teams with a combined record of 13-1 (Los Angeles Rams and Kansas City Chiefs). And they’re getting star defensive end Joey Bosa back soon, possibly after the bye week.
Nostrathomas Predicts: NFL Week Seven Picks Plus NFL London
It’s NFL Week Seven and we have another NFL London game to look forward to. This one, between the Tennessee Titans and Los Angeles Chargers, is going to be a matinee, 9:30 a.m. ET kickoff. All you NFL fans make sure you’re well stocked on drinks and munchables. It’s going to be a long day of football. As for the Seer of Sayers, Nostrathomas took a beating on his top three picks. The Seattle Seahawks buried the Oakland Raiders as expected but the Chicago Bears and Carolina Panthers crapped the bed.
Tyrell Williams Resurrects Career in Los Angeles Chargers Win
The Los Angeles Chargers came away with a blowout win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, by a final score of 38-14. They raised their record to 4-2 in the process, trying to keep pace with the AFC West division-leading Kansas City Chiefs. While it was a pretty good team win all around, one key player had an outstanding performance: wide receiver Tyrell Williams. Just to recap somewhat quickly, Williams broke out in late 2015 and 2016.
Los Angeles Chargers Owner Alex Spanos Dies at 95
Alex Spanos, the owner of the Los Angeles Chargers, has passed away at the age of 95 according to a statement from his family. A cause of death has not officially been announced, although he had said back in 2008 that he was suffering from dementia. Although Spanos was still the owner at the time of his passing, he had technically not been involved in the operations of the Chargers franchise for years.
Los Angeles Chargers Pass Defense Bends but Doesn’t Break in Win
The Los Angeles Chargers escaped with a win on Sunday over the San Francisco 49ers 29-27 and raised their record to 2-2. Given that the 49ers had lost their quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo for the season last week, this game was really a lot closer than it should’ve been. But on the other hand, maybe this should’ve been expected due to the state of the defense minus Joey Bosa. Still, though the Chargers defense had a bit of a rough start, they came through when they needed to.
The Los Angeles Chargers Miss the Injured Joey Bosa
The Los Angeles Chargers aren’t quite off to the start they hoped for. They’re still doing better than the 0-4 start they had last year. However, they still are currently in third place in the AFC West. It’s not really for lack of plays on offense. A few drops by receivers in Week One aside, the offense has been working quite well. There have been some special teams gaffes again, but they haven’t really been game-deciding like last year.
Melvin Gordon Critical for Los Angeles Chargers in Week Three
The Los Angeles Chargers have to feel a lot better after Week two. They got a win over the Buffalo Bills, 31-20, and it wasn’t even as close as the score might suggest. And although the loss to the Kansas City Chiefs earlier still stings, it now looks like it reflects more on the new-look offense of the Chiefs than it does on the Chargers. The next Chargers game is against the Los Angeles Rams, which I previously called their toughest game of the year.
Philip Rivers Not to Blame for Loss to Kansas City Chiefs
The first game of the Los Angeles Chargers season has come and gone. And with it being a 38-28 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, fans will obviously be frustrated as the nine-game skid against the Chiefs continues. In the last couple of games, it had been mostly due to interceptions from Philip Rivers that the Chargers had lost. On Sunday, that was not the case. If anything, Rivers was the reason the score didn’t look a lot worse.
Philip Rivers is the Key to Victory Over the Kansas City Chiefs
Philip Rivers is in the final years of his career with the Los Angeles Chargers. The team seems to be trying to do their best to not waste those final years, and they’ve assembled a team that is quite playoff capable. In the opening game against the Kansas City Chiefs, however, it’s not just about those extra pieces showing up to play. It’s Rivers himself who needs to show up to allow his team to win. Now, saying that Rivers is key to any Chargers victory may seem like an obvious statement.
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