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FILE - In this Oct. 20, 2019, file photo, Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook rushes during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, in Detroit. The Vikings have centered their offense around running back Dalvin Cook and praised him at every turn, but now the bill has come due. Cook is holding out of team activities until he has a new contract.(AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)
Vikings, Cook present NFL's latest RB contract standoff

By Dave Campbell Jun. 18, 2020 05:31 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock gestures after an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders in Denver. While stressing that Lock has "a long way to go" after spending the first half of his rookie season on injured reserve with a thumb injury, Denver Broncos president of football operations and general manager John Elway said he feels he's finally found a worthy successor to Peyton Manning. "Now is the fun part of trying to fill around him," Elway said. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Lock excited for Elway's endorsement, offensive makeover

By Arnie Stapleton May. 05, 2020 08:03 PM EDT

In this still image from video provided by the NFL, Henry Ruggs III, center, gets ready to put on a Las Vegas Raiders cap after being selected by the team in the first round of the NFL football draft Thursday, April 23, 2020. (NFL via AP)
Broncos, Raiders, Chargers add speed to try to catch Chiefs

By Arnie Stapleton Apr. 28, 2020 11:56 AM EDT

Albert Okwuegbunam talks to the media at the NFL Scouting Combine on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020 in Indianapolis. (Detroit Lions via AP)
Denver QB Drew Lock big winner in Broncos' infusion of speed

By Arnie Stapleton Apr. 25, 2020 09:22 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 16, 2019, file photo, Oklahoma linebacker Kenneth Murray walks in the bench area during an NCAA college football game against Baylor in Waco, Texas. Murray was chosen by the Los Angeles Chargers in the first round of the NFL draft. (AP Photo/Ray Carlin, File)
Chargers won't put pressure on Herbert to start immediately

By Joe Reedy Apr. 25, 2020 07:38 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 26, 2019, file photo, Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) scores on a pass reception against Arkansas during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Tuscaloosa, Ala. The Denver Broncos selected Jeudy in the first round of the NFL draft. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File)
Broncos get Lock some help with Alabama wideout Jerry Jeudy

By Arnie Stapleton Apr. 23, 2020 10:23 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock gestures after an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders in Denver. While stressing that Lock has "a long way to go" after spending the first half of his rookie season on injured reserve with a thumb injury, Denver Broncos president of football operations and general manager John Elway said he feels he's finally found a worthy successor to Peyton Manning. "Now is the fun part of trying to fill around him," Elway said. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Broncos' Elway building around his quarterback for a change

By Arnie Stapleton Apr. 16, 2020 03:36 PM EDT

On the offensive: Chargers look for QB, line help in draft

By The Associated Press Apr. 15, 2020 10:34 AM EDT
6. LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (5-11) LAST SEASON: After tying for most wins in AFC in 2018, Los Angeles lost nine games by eight points or less...

John Elway free to focus on O-line, receivers in NFL draft

By The Associated Press Apr. 15, 2020 10:30 AM EDT
15. DENVER (7-9) LAST SEASON: Musical chairs at coach and quarterback in Denver finally ended when Vic Fangio turned to rookie Drew Lock,...

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (25) runs past Kansas City Chiefs inside linebacker Anthony Hitchens (53) during the second half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo. The Denver Broncos continued an impressive offseason haul Friday, March 20, 2020, by agreeing to a two-year deal with former Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann, File)
Melvin Gordon using lessons of holdout as motivation in 2020

By Arnie Stapleton Mar. 27, 2020 06:08 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 13, 2019 file photo, New Orleans Saints offensive guard Andrus Peat (75) sets up to block during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Jacksonville, Fla. Saints free agent left guard Andrus Peat has agreed to a five-year contract keeping him in New Orleans, general manager Mickey Loomis said. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Brady, Gurley: From 2019 Super Bowl foes to same division

By Barry Wilner Mar. 20, 2020 05:51 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (25) runs past Kansas City Chiefs inside linebacker Anthony Hitchens (53) during the second half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo. The Denver Broncos continued an impressive offseason haul Friday, March 20, 2020, by agreeing to a two-year deal with former Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann, File)
AP Source: Broncos, Gordon agree to two-year, $16M deal

By Arnie Stapleton Mar. 20, 2020 04:00 PM EDT

Chargers will be in market for O-linemen in free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 17, 2020 07:08 PM EDT
LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (5-11) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: QB Philip Rivers, DT Brandon Mebane, LB Thomas Davis Sr., RB Melvin Gordon, WR...

FILE - In this Nov. 18, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler, left, gets past Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Jordan Lucas, right, during the first half of an NFL football game in Mexico City. Ekeler’s breakout season with the Los Angeles Chargers has resulted in a contract extension. The running back has agreed to a four-year deal with the Chargers worth #24.5 million, including $15 million guaranteed. Ekeler was slated to be a restricted free agent when the new league year starts on March 18.(AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo, File)
Chargers, Ekeler agree to 4-year contract extension

By Joe Reedy Mar. 06, 2020 04:17 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019 file photo, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid talks to down judge Tom Stephan (68), during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Kansas City, Mo. Of the coaches in the NFL's Final Four, Andy Reid is the outlier. Only Kansas City's coach has been the head man in a Super Bowl. Only Reid is close to having a Hall of Fame-worthy resume. Only Reid has been around for a couple of decades. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga. File)
Los Angeles Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs 12/29/2019

Jan. 17, 2020 12:32 AM EST

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon celebrates after scoring during the first half of an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)
Chargers GM Telesco won't make quick decision about Rivers

By Joe Reedy Jan. 02, 2020 07:11 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) throws under pressure from Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark (55) during the second half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Chargers, Rivers at crossroads after disappointing season

By Joe Reedy Dec. 30, 2019 06:49 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (17) celebrates his kickoff return for a touchdown with fans during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
As No. 2 seed, Chiefs on cusp of returning to AFC title game

By Dave Skretta Dec. 30, 2019 03:04 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler is tackled by Oakland Raiders inside linebacker Will Compton during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Chargers running back Ekeler looking to join elite company

By Joe Reedy Dec. 27, 2019 08:34 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen, left, is tackled by by Oakland Raiders defensive end Josh Mauro during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)
Slow starts have plagued Chargers during disappointing year

By Joe Reedy Dec. 23, 2019 06:37 PM EST