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FILE - Los Angeles Chargers general manager Tom Telesco speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, March 1, 2022. Even though general manager Tom Telesco made considerable upgrades to the line last year — including the selection of Rashawn Slater with the 13th overall pick — the Bolts still have question marks at right tackle and right guard. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Chargers looking to address needs on lines going into draft

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 12:17 PM EDT

FILE - Washington kicker Joey Slye (3) kicks a field goal against the New York Giants during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Washington Commanders have re-signed kicker Joey Slye to a two-year deal that could be worth up to $5 million with $2 million guaranteed, according to a person with knowledge of the move. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday, April 11, 2022, because the deal had not been announced. Slye had previously been tendered a $2.4 million qualifying offer as a restricted free agent .(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
Commanders re-sign kicker Joey Slye to 2-year contract

By Stephen Whyno Apr. 11, 2022 11:39 AM 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 release oft-injured offensive tackle Bryan Bulaga

By Joe Reedy Mar. 15, 2022 05:46 PM EDT

Chargers hire Ryan Ficken as special teams coordinator

Feb. 03, 2022 02:39 PM EST
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Ryan Ficken has been hired by the Los Angeles Chargers as special teams coordinator after he spent the past 15 seasons with the Minnesota...

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley walks along 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 fire special teams coordinator Derius Swinton II

By Joe Reedy Jan. 14, 2022 07:11 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) celebrates after throwing a touchdown pass to wide receiver Mike Williams (81) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt)
Herbert's heroics not enough as Chargers fall, miss playoffs

By Danny Webster Jan. 10, 2022 02:56 AM EST

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Carlson's FG as OT expires sends Raiders into postseason

By W.g. Ramirez Jan. 10, 2022 12:31 AM EST

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) catches a pass ahead of Indianapolis Colts cornerback Kenny Moore II (23) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Playoff spot on the line when Chargers visit Raiders

By Josh Dubow Jan. 06, 2022 12:36 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) celebrates in front of Indianapolis Colts safety George Odum (30) after catching an 11-yard touchdown pass during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Prime time: Raiders host Chargers with playoff spot on line

By The Associated Press Jan. 06, 2022 11:43 AM EST

Chicago Bears outside linebacker Robert Quinn (94) strip-sacks New York Giants quarterback Mike Glennon, setting a new team record for sacks in a season, during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Chicago. The Bears won 29-3. (AP Photo/David Banks)
The end of the tunnel for Giants: '21 season finally ending

By Tom Canavan Jan. 03, 2022 03:09 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) is tripped up by Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker (3) during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Colts activate QB Carson Wentz from COVID-19 list

By The Associated Press Jan. 01, 2022 02:43 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

Houston Texans running back Rex Burkhead (28) is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers' Nasir Adderley (24) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. The Texans won 41-29. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)
Chargers' defensive flaws on display with short-handed unit

By Joe Reedy Dec. 27, 2021 07:54 PM EST

Houston Texans' Jonathan Owens (36) is lifted up by Desmond King II (25) after recovering a fumble by the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)
Texans run past Chargers 41-29, ding LA's playoff hopes

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 26, 2021 04:29 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws a pass against the Houston Texans during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)
Los Angeles Chargers at Houston Texans 12/26/2021

Dec. 26, 2021 01:09 PM EST

FILE - Denver Broncos kicker Brandon McManus (8) kicks a field goal against the Detroit Lions during an NFL football game on Dec. 12, 2021, in Denver. Not to seem ungrateful, but McManus isn't sure he deserves his AFC special teams player of the week award for kicking five extra points and a 52-yard field goal in the Denver Broncos' blowout of the Detroit Lions. “Obviously I appreciate the award and I was able to honor Demaryius wearing my cleats,” added McManus, who honored the memory of former teammate Demaryius Thomas, who death last week at age 33 rocked the NFL. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
McManus grateful for AFC honor but isn't sure he deserves it

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 15, 2021 05:48 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Donald Parham, right, is tackled after a catch by New York Giants cornerback Aaron Robinson (33) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis )
Chargers starting to display depth at crucial time in season

By Joe Reedy Dec. 13, 2021 06:37 PM EST

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh works the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
The Latest: Kickers had 7 missed XPs in afternoon games

By The Associated Press Dec. 05, 2021 11:55 AM EST

Washington Football Team running back Antonio Gibson (24) scores on a two-point conversion against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Washington rides winning recipe into NFC playoff contention

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 30, 2021 05:32 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) dives into the end zone for a touchdown as Denver Broncos inside linebacker Kenny Young (41) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Surtain's pair of picks leads Broncos past Chargers 28-13

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 28, 2021 07:33 PM EST