Casey Hayward
FILE - In this Oct. 25, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward watches the play during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Inglewood, Calif. The Las Vegas Raiders signed free agent cornerback Casey Hayward to a one-year deal, adding needed experience to a young secondary that has struggled in recent years. The deal announced Tuesday May 4, 2021 reunites Hayward with defensive coordinator Gus Bradley.. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
Raiders sign CB Casey Hayward to 1-year deal

By Josh Dubow May. 04, 2021 06:58 PM EDT

FILE - Las Vegas Raiders general manager Mike Mayock speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, in this Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020, file photo. The Las Vegas Raiders spent the free agency period dismantling their offensive line and mostly ignoring the secondary. Now heading into the NFL draft, those are the two spots that appear to be the most urgent needs for the Raiders to fill starting with pick No. 17 in the first round. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Raiders focus on defense, offensive lines in NFL draft

By Josh Dubow May. 01, 2021 09:40 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 28, 2019, file photo, Florida State defensive back Asante Samuel Jr. (26) tries to intercept a pass intended for North Carolina State wide receiver Tabari Hines (5) during an NCAA college football game in Tallahassee, Fla. The Los Angeles Chargers selected Samuel in the second round of the NFL football draft Friday, April 30, 2021. (AP Photo/Mark Wallheiser, File)
Chargers take CB Asante Samuel Jr. in second round

By Joe Reedy Apr. 30, 2021 09:03 PM EDT

Offensive line, linebackers major areas of need for Chargers

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2021 12:29 PM EDT
13. LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (7-9) LAST SEASON: The Chargers found their franchise quarterback with Justin Herbert setting rookie records for...

FILE - In this Oct. 25, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis warms up before an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Inglewood, Calif. A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press that the Chargers have agreed to re-sign Davis for three years. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
Cornerback Davis relieved to be remaining with Chargers

By Joe Reedy Mar. 16, 2021 08:49 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 18, 2020, file photo, Green Bay Packers center Corey Linsley (63) blocks for quarterback Aaron Rodgers during an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Tampa, Fla. The Los Angeles Chargers are taking a huge step toward upgrading their offensive line, agreeing to terms on a five-year contract with All-Pro center Linsley, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Jeff Haynes, File)
AP source: Chargers reach deal with Linsley, retain Davis

By Joe Reedy Mar. 15, 2021 06:53 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 25, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward watches the play during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Inglewood, Calif. Hayward Jr. was released by the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday, March 13, 2021. The cornerback spent five seasons with the franchise after signing as a free agent in 2016. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
Chargers release cornerback Casey Hayward Jr. after 5 years

By Joe Reedy Mar. 13, 2021 05:09 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs running back Darwin Thompson (34) celebrates with quarterback Chad Henne (4) after scoring on a 1-yard touchdown run during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chargers beat playoff-bound Chiefs 38-21 as KC rests stars

By Dave Skretta Jan. 03, 2021 07:32 PM EST

Chargers' Bosa, Allen among 6 starters ruled out vs. Chiefs

Jan. 01, 2021 05:37 PM EST
COSTA MESA, Calif (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers will be without six starters, including both of their Pro Bowl selections, for Sunday's season finale at...

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) talks to head coach Andy Reid on the sidelines, during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Chiefs to start Henne against Herbert, Chargers on Sunday

By Dave Skretta Dec. 31, 2020 02:28 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)
Chargers' Herbert looking for strong finish to rookie season

By Joe Reedy Dec. 30, 2020 06:24 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams, right, intercepts a pass in the end zone on the last play of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis )
Chargers hope late wins can serve as springboard to 2021

By Joe Reedy Dec. 28, 2020 07:20 PM EST

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) misses a pass in the end zone during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Mistakes by Lock, Jeudy cost Broncos in loss to Chargers

By Dan Greenspan Dec. 27, 2020 09:41 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff (16) looks to pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Rams' Goff dislocates thumb, Jets' Gore has chest injury

By The Associated Press Dec. 27, 2020 07:32 PM EST

Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon (25) runs against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Chargers win third straight as Herbert sets rookie TD mark

By Joe Reedy Dec. 27, 2020 07:26 PM EST

Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers free safety Nasir Adderley during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)
Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Chargers 12/27/2020

Dec. 27, 2020 04:42 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks to throw against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
QB Jones inactive for Giants; McCoy to start at Seattle

By The Associated Press Dec. 06, 2020 12:14 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) lands in the end zone for a touchdown against the Denver Broncosduring the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Rams players award $750,000 to social justice programs

By The Associated Press Dec. 04, 2020 11:37 AM EST

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) is sacked by Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Isaac Rochell (98) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Bills hang on in sloppy 27-17 win over Chargers

By John Wawrow Nov. 29, 2020 04:57 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks to throw against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Hinton promoted with all 4 Denver QBs out

By The Associated Press Nov. 29, 2020 12:29 PM EST