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Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell speaks to reporters during an introductory news conference Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, in Eagan, Minn. (Aaron Lavinsky/Star Tribune via AP)
Success for Vikings' O'Connell starts with player connection

By Dave Campbell Feb. 17, 2022 01:23 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (81) catches a touchdown in front of Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Herbert, Roberts propel Chargers back into playoff position

By Joe Reedy Jan. 02, 2022 07:15 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow celebrates after the Bengals defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 34-31 in an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
The Latest: Four teams vying for final two NFC playoff spots

By The Associated Press Jan. 02, 2022 11:58 AM EST

Los Angeles Chargers outside linebacker Uchenna Nwosu (42) reacts after grabbing an interception during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Not much for certain playoffs wise as NFL enters Week 16

By Barry Wilner Dec. 23, 2021 11:59 PM EST

Houston Texans head coach David Culley, right, and quarterback Davis Mills (10) celebrate a field goal against the Jacksonville Jaguars as time expires in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Chargers look to rebound from OT loss in visit to Texans

The Associated Press Dec. 23, 2021 12:06 PM EST

This is a 2021 photo of Bill Lazor of the Chicago Bears NFL football team. This image reflects the Chicago Bears active roster as of Friday, April 16, 2021 when this image was taken. The Chicago Bears could be without all three of their coordinators, including Lazor, when they host the Minnesota Vikings on Monday, Dec. 20, 2021. (AP Photo)
AP Source: Several asymptomatic NFL players test positive

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 20, 2021 02:45 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws before an NFL football game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Los Angeles Chargers at Cincinnati Bengals 12/5/2021

Dec. 05, 2021 12:33 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws before an NFL football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Los Angeles Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs 9/26/2021

Sep. 26, 2021 12:39 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Austin Proehl, left, catches the ball as San Francisco 49ers cornerback Ambry Thomas defends during NFL football practice in Costa Mesa, Calif., Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)
Chargers' James happy to go against another opponent

By Joe Reedy Aug. 19, 2021 08:14 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa (97) works a drill during practice at the NFL football team's training camp in Costa Mesa, Calif., Wednesday, July 28, 2021. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)
Chargers' Bosa enjoying learning curve with new defense

By Joe Reedy Aug. 03, 2021 04:42 PM EDT