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Chargers safety Derwin James signed a three-year extension to become the NFL’s highest-paid safety, but he says his focus is on winning a Super Bowl for Los Angeles. The deal reflects his on-field versatility and contributions since he was drafted in 2018, but it hasn’t translated into major team success yet, with four playoff appearances and one win; the Chargers now have at least three more years to pursue a title.
The Chargers opened OTAs with Justin Herbert back on the field after missing Phase 2, and Derwin James signed a three-year extension to become the NFL’s highest-paid safety. Slater and Alt participated in drills as they rehab from injuries, signaling likely readiness for training camp, while the team explored more three-tight-end looks with David Njoku joining Oronde Gadsden and Charlie Kolar. Rookie edge Kennard faces a fight for a roster spot as veterans return, and Henley flashed with an interception in 11-on-11 as new defensive coordinator O’Leary brings a faster, more aggressive scheme inspired by Minter. The big questions will play out in training camp and the summer evaluations.”,
Justin Herbert returned to the Chargers after a European two-week vacation with Madison Beer, with coach Jim Harbaugh saying he was happy the QB took time away to support his girlfriend’s tour. Herbert also saw a Harry Styles show and explored European cities before rejoining teammates in an all-white practice kit. Beer remains on her European tour (Belgium, London, Manchester) with a U.S. return expected next month.
The Chargers’ Halo-themed schedule-release video pokes fun at the New England Patriots and coach Mike Vrabel, including a “Conquer the Cupcakes” segment about an easy 2025 Pats schedule, jabs tied to off-field chatter with Dianna Russini, and Easter-egg references (Drake Maye, Will Campbell, Mack Hollins, Cardi B, Stefon Diggs); the clip also features a playoff-style moment where the Patriots eliminate the Chargers (16-3) and paves the way for a real Week 12 Sunday-night showdown between the teams.
The Athletic’s Jayna Bardahl and Saad Yousuf ranked all 32 team-produced schedule-release videos for the 2026 NFL season, from the Chargers’ Halo-themed standout to the 49ers’ Substation gag that drew the most chatter; the list highlights inventive concepts (Titans’ street-style approach, Seahawks’ fragrance theme, Colts’ Simpsons homage, Browns’ Street Fighter angle) and a few entries that missed the mark or felt overlong, with many teams delivering creative social-media moments around the league.
Dan Parr ranks the five teams with the toughest 2026 NFL schedules by opponents' 2025 win percentage: Cardinals (.538), Rams (.516), Seahawks (.514), Chargers (.522) and Cowboys (.493). He notes the Bears had the league's toughest SOS entering 2026 (.550), but SOS isn’t a perfect predictor, and provides a team-by-team snapshot of each squad's 2025 record and the brutal early-to-late-season stretches and primetime tests awaiting them (Cardinals vs. 49ers/Eagles/Chiefs; Rams with seven primetime games; Seahawks' late-season gauntlet; Chargers' tough midseason run; Cowboys' Brazil trip and heavy slate).
The Los Angeles Chargers’ 2026 NFL schedule release uses Halo-inspired visuals to mock rivals and drop jabs at the Vrabel–Russini saga, with Week 12 versus the Patriots highlighted among a slew of pop-culture digs, underscoring the Chargers’ reputation as the NFL’s premier internet‑culture schedule-release show.
The Athletic released the Los Angeles Chargers’ 2026 schedule, showing back-to-back home openers before a tough early stretch (Weeks 3–6: Bills, Seahawks, Broncos, Chiefs). The Chargers won’t depart Los Angeles until Week 3, then face a sequence that could define the season, with notable primetime games including Week 10 at Baltimore against ex-Chargers DC Jesse Minter and Week 12 against New England. Analysts project a competitive year—around 10–7—with a wild-card playoff bid under coach Jim Harbaugh and OC Mike McDaniel.
Former Browns tight end David Njoku signs a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers for up to $8 million after leaving Cleveland; in nine seasons he posted 588 receptions for 4,062 yards and 34 touchdowns, with injuries and inconsistent QB play limiting his peak. A fresh start with Justin Herbert could help him rebound.
The Los Angeles Chargers signed veteran tight end David Njoku to a one-year deal worth up to $8 million, adding a versatile receiving option to support quarterback Justin Herbert.
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, entering his seventh season, is being tasked by coach Mike McDaniel to truly own the position by refining quick-throw efficiency and maintaining his playmaking ability, with McDaniel saying Herbert is ready to embrace changes that could elevate him from good to elite after years of inconsistent postseason success.
The 49ers’ three non-division tests for 2026 are San Francisco at Kansas City to face the Chiefs, Philadelphia at San Francisco for a high-profile home showdown, and San Francisco at Los Angeles against the Chargers, with an honorable mention to San Francisco at Dallas.
The Los Angeles Chargers entered the 2026 NFL Draft with five picks over three days. They opened by selecting Miami edge rusher Akheem Mesidor at No. 22, then moved down from No. 55 to No. 63 in Round 2 with a Patriots trade to add extra picks in the 4th and 6th rounds. At 63 they drafted Florida center Jake Slaughter (announced as a guard). In Round 3 they traded down again with the Browns for a fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-round package, giving them seven Day 3 picks, two of which were later packaged to move up for offensive tackle Travis Burke. Look for ongoing grades and analysis of each Chargers pick as the draft progresses.
The Los Angeles Chargers capped Day 2 by filling two major needs—edge rusher Akheem Mesidor and guard Jake Slaughter—and added capital to Day 3, boosting their draft total to nine picks through trades with New England and Cleveland. GM Joe Hortiz’s aggressiveness gives them flexibility to add depth at multiple spots (receiver, corner, interior DL, safety, tight end, or more OL) on Saturday, with Slaughter slated to compete for left guard in Mike McDaniel’s scheme.
The Los Angeles Chargers selected Florida center Jake Slaughter with the 63rd pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and listed him at guard, signaling a move from center as they reshape the interior with Tyler Biadasz at center and Trevor Penning at guard. Slaughter, a three-year Florida starter and Rimington Trophy finalist, is viewed as a high-upside addition who lacks guard experience but brings strong technique, power and processing to compete for the left guard spot in training camp.