Linval Joseph
FILE - New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson runs for a touchdown after an interception against the Carolina Panthers during the second half of an NFL football game Nov. 7, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. New England opted against using the franchise tag on one of the top man-to-man cornerbacks in the league, leaving an attractive option for other teams. Jackson entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2018 and leads the NFL with 25 interceptions since then. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
AP sources: Chargers adding Jackson, Joseph-Day, Johnson

By Joe Reedy Mar. 14, 2022 06:13 PM EDT

FILE - Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (81) warms up before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. Mike Williams will remain a valuable part of the Los Angeles Chargers offense for the next three seasons. The wide receiver has agreed to a contract extension with the franchise on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
Chargers looking to upgrade defense, offensive line

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 03:40 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley kneels on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Chargers GM Telesco focused on future, not job security

By Joe Reedy Jan. 20, 2022 08:31 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) hands the ball off to running back Melvin Gordon (25) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
AFC West rivals Chargers, Broncos face must-win situations

By Joe Reedy Dec. 30, 2021 07:13 PM EST

Chargers offensive tackle Slater placed on COVID-19 list

Dec. 13, 2021 07:05 PM EST
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers offensive tackle Rashawn Slater tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday and entered league protocols. ...

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) looks for a call from the referee against the Denver Broncos during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Chargers coach: Allen will miss Sunday's game vs Giants

Dec. 10, 2021 05:14 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers' Keenan Allen (13) reacts after a touchdown reception during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Chargers place Allen on NFL's reserve/COVID-19 list

By Joe Reedy Dec. 06, 2021 06:35 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley watches action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Chargers' Staley faces mentor in Broncos' Fangio on Sunday

By Joe Reedy Nov. 24, 2021 08:07 PM EST

Joseph is 4th Chargers player to test positive for COVID-19

Nov. 22, 2021 07:07 PM EST
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle Linval Joseph entered the league's COVID-19 protocol on Monday following a positive test. ...

Steelers' Roethlisberger, Chargers' Bosa are active for game

Nov. 21, 2021 07:08 PM EST
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Pittsburgh quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa are active for Sunday night's game after being...

Chargers' Staley: 4 players on COVID list could play Sunday

By Joe Reedy Nov. 19, 2021 05:08 PM EST
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Coach Brandon Staley left open the possibility that all four players on the Los Angeles Chargers' reserve/COVID-19 list could be...

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) runs with the ball past Philadelphia Eagles safety Marcus Epps (22) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Steelers, Chargers each looking to bounce back Sunday night

By The Associated Press Nov. 18, 2021 12:19 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers running back Larry Rountree III (35) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
With problems all around, Herbert's Bolts take 3rd loss in 4

By Greg Beacham Nov. 14, 2021 09:30 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley watches action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Chargers' NFL-worst run defense to be tested again by Cook

By Joe Reedy Nov. 10, 2021 08:59 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley walking on the field during pregame warmups prior to the start of the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Staley's journey: Chargers coach's cancer battle defined him

By Joe Reedy Oct. 03, 2021 01:55 PM EDT

FILE - This Aug. 31, 2019, file photo shows Pittsburgh defensive lineman Jaylen Twyman (97) as he takes the field with his team to play an NCAA college football game against Virginia in Pittsburgh. Minnesota Vikings rookie defensive tackle Twyman is recovering from four gunshot wounds that caused scary but superficial injuries after bullets hit a vehicle he was riding in, his agent Drew Rosenhaus said late Monday, June 21, 2021. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)
Vikings rookie Jaylen Twyman recovering from gunshot wounds

Jun. 21, 2021 09:43 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, file photo, New York Giants nose tackle Dalvin Tomlinson looks on against the Seattle Seahawks in an NFL football game, in Seattle. In a deal announced late Monday, March 15, 2021, the Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms on a contract with former New York Giants defensive tackle Tomlinson. (AP Photo/Larry Maurer, File)
Vikings continue defense revamp, release DT Shamar Stephen

Mar. 16, 2021 04:48 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, file photo, New York Giants nose tackle Dalvin Tomlinson looks on against the Seattle Seahawks in an NFL football game, in Seattle. In a deal announced late Monday, March 15, 2021, the Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms on a contract with former New York Giants defensive tackle Tomlinson. (AP Photo/Larry Maurer, File)
Vikings agree to deal with ex-Giants DT Dalvin Tomlinson

By Dave Campbell Mar. 16, 2021 12:11 AM EDT

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) tries in vain to pull in a pass over New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore in the end zone in the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Friday, Dec. 25, 2020. The Saints won 52-33. (AP Photo/Brett Duke)
Vikings enter offseason with deteriorated defense to repair

By Dave Campbell Jan. 04, 2021 06:29 PM EST

Denver Broncos wide receiver K.J. Hamler (13) celebrates his game-tying touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Denver. The Broncos won 31-30. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Column: Broncos, Saints both defend teammate, unlike Cowboys

By Arnie Stapeton Nov. 03, 2020 04:24 AM EST