" Shawne Merriman could not get healthy and has been placed on injured reserve – signaling the end of his career in San Diego.

Since he was given a minor injury designation, the Chargers must release him when he is healthy.

The Chargers have signed Antwan Barnes, a defensive end and outside linebacker, to fortify their decimate linebacker corps.

Merriman held out all spring and summer before reporting to training camp two weeks late."