San Diego Chargers Trade Rumors

Chargers QB Whitehurst will sign tender, expects to be traded
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March 17
NFL.com
 
"Restricted free-agent quarterback Charlie Whitehurst will sign his tender from the San Diego Chargers on Wednesday, according to a league source, and it would be a necessary step as part of a trade. Whitehurst indicates his preference is to sign with Seattle, and he's waiting for the Chargers and Seahawks to agree to a trade, a league source said. Whitehurst was extended a third-round tender by the Chargers, and that would be their compensation if they choose not to match an offer sheet. The Seahawks don't have a third-round pick, however, and thus would have to work out a deal with the Chargers."
LT appears to be in NY state of mind
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March 14
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"The team that just two months ago ended one of the best Chargers' seasons ever now appears to have absconded with one of the best Chargers' players ever. According to three people with knowledge of the process, Tomlinson has decided to become a New York Jet. "It's 100 percent," one source said. "Done deal." Sources said Tomlinson is expected to announce the decision today or tomorrow. Still, Tomlinson said via e-mail this morning that he "doesn't know" where he's going yet. One source cautioned late Saturday night that a decision has not yet been officially made. But the others said today that Tomlinson has let people know he is going to New York."
LaDainian Tomlinson is leaning towards Jets, reports says
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March 14
Newark Star-Ledger
 
"LaDaindian Tomlinson is said to be leaning towards signing with the Jets, according to a report in the San Diego Union-Tribune. Tomlinson, who spent his entire nine-year career with the Chargers, was released last month. He visited the Vikings and Jets last week, flying home Saturday morning following a two-day stay in New Jersey. Although he's tentatively scheduled to visit the Saints and Eagles this week, people close to him believe he'll sign with the Jets as early as Sunday or Monday."
Signs point to New York for LT
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March 14
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"I have not confirmed it beyond a shadow of a doubt, because there is some thought by those close to LaDainian Tomlinson that he is still considering his options. But the team that just two months ago ended one of the best Chargers' seasons ever now appears to have absconded with one of the best Chargers' players ever. According to three people with knowledge of the process, Tomlinson has decided to become a New York Jet."
Fate of Bolts' free agents up in the air
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March 14
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"The Chargers are realizing some short-term benefits from the NFL's labor uncertainty. With the 2010 season set to be uncapped, a provision in the Collective Bargaining Agreement stipulates that a player needs six accrued seasons to be an unrestricted free agent. That means five of the Chargers' top players - Malcom Floyd, Vincent Jackson, Marcus McNeill, Shawne Merriman and Darren Sproles - who would have been unrestricted and together could have commanded several tens of millions of dollars this offseason, are instead restricted free agents and can be kept for 2010 for a collective $20 million. But the Chargers might not see those players for a while. None of the players or their agents ..."
Seattle, Arizona see value in Chargers backup QB
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March 14
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
 
"This past week, the NFP's Michael Lombardi wrote about Chargers QB Charlie Whitehurst possibly landing in Arizona with Ken Whisenhunt and challenging Matt Leinart for playing time. Seattle is another squad that has already looked into the idea of landing Whitehurst, and now there are reports that both clubs could be close to signing the Chargers backup QB to an offer sheet. We can look at the Seattle interest in Whitehurst as a possible move for the future once the club transitions away from current starter Matt Hasselbeck. Or, just like Arizona, as more competition during training camp. The question still remains, why Whitehurst - a RFA will little game experience? Sources within the ..."
Report: Jets all-out to get Tomlinson to sign
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March 13
New York Post
 
"Free agent running back LaDainian Tomlinson is at the Jets training facility for a visit, and the team is doing all it can to get his name on a contract before he leaves New Jersey. "For that to ever turn into a signing, it's gonna have to be if everything lines up with him, us, economics, medical, role," GM Mike Tannenbaum said this morning on WFAN. "I think he would bring great leadership to our organization, but we'll see how it goes today." Fanhouse.com reports the Jets are willing to give Tomlinson the same two-year, $5 million deal the Chiefs gave Thomas Jones, who could not get that offer from the Jets. "(The Jets) may be willing to move upwards to $3.5 million a year for Tomlinson ..."
Lions looked at Antonio Cromartie but decided to move on
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March 12
Michigan Live
 
"Detroit Lions head coach Jim Schwartz said today that the team took a long look at the available players who could help them and did not deny that they were in trade talks with the San Diego Chargers about cornerback Antonio Cromartie. The Lions pulled out of those talks and Cromartie was eventually dealt to the Jets. When asked about the pursuit of Cromartie (and free agent Dunta Robinson, which signed with Atlanta), Schwartz said, "We looked at all of those different options and those things were all interesting to us to some extent. Any player who becomes available, we're going to do our homework and find the best fit. Not all of them make sense from a money standpoint and not all of ..."
Childress says he's all about clarity in defining a role for Tomlinson
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March 11
St. Paul Pioneer Press
 
"Will they sign him? You can bet that question wafted through minds all across the nation when word leaked that former all-pro running back LaDainian Tomlinson was expected to visit the Vikings. The NFL Network reported that the parties met Wednesday. As for the answer, I tried getting it from Vikings coach Brad Childress. BS: LaDainian Tomlinson's career is his résumé. Are you bringing him in with the hope of signing him, or do you need to learn something you don't already know? BC: I think probably he's coming in, touching and tasting us, and we're doing the same thing to see where his mind is at. I had a great conversation with him (Tuesday). I interrupted him on the golf course. I was ..."
Tomlinson deserves offer he can't refuse
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March 11
St. Paul Pioneer Press
 columnist Bob Sansevere
"You've heard the talk about LaDainian Tomlinson: He's no longer an elite running back, not nearly as dangerous as he once was. And it's true. Tomlinson isn't a franchise back. If he were, the San Diego Chargers never would have released him. The thing is, he doesn't have to be the LaDainian Tomlinson of old. The current version is plenty good enough to help the Vikings, and not just on the field. Tomlinson is a class act. And a leader. And the kind of player who could have an influence on the entire locker room and, in particular, Adrian Peterson. Tomlinson has eight fumbles in his career. If just that part of Tomlinson rubs off on Peterson, he would be worth his weight and then some in ..."
LaDainian Tomlinson to meet with Vikings on Thursday
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March 10
St. Paul Pioneer Press
 
"Running back LaDainian Tomlinson will make a free-agent visit Thursday to the Vikings, according to Sports Illustrated. Tomlinson could be a replacement for Chester Taylor, who signed a four-year, $12.5 million deal with Chicago on Friday. Tomlinson was released by San Diego, so he wouldn't count toward the restrictions the Vikings are facing in free agency as one of the final four teams in the playoffs. Tomlinson averaged 3.3 yards per carry last season, and there are concerns about his explosiveness after nine years and 2,880 carries in San Diego. But as a third-down back, the role the Vikings must fill with Taylor gone, he could be a good fit in Minnesota. He has 530 career catches, ..."
Tomlinson visiting Vikes on Thurs.
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March 9
SI.com
 
"Running back LaDainian Tomlinson will visit with the Vikings on Thursday, a league source said. Minnesota is seeking to replace Chester Taylor, an eight-year veteran who signed a free-agent deal with the Bears on Friday. The Vikings have Pro Bowl starting running back Adrian Peterson, but are looking for a capable complement, particularly in passing situations. Tomlinson, who was released last month after nine years with San Diego -- where he set or tied 28 franchise records, including career rushing yards and touchdowns -- has had at least 50 receptions eight times. He also is a sure-handed ball-carrier, which is attractive to the Vikings because Peterson lost six fumbles in 314 carries ..."
Special-teams standout Kassim Osgood to visit Jaguars
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March 6
Jacksonville Times-Union
 
"The Jaguars executed their plan to keep quiet Friday during the first phase of the free-agency rush. Still, the team managed to schedule a visit for San Diego special-teams standout Kassim Osgood, an unrestricted free agent. Osgood was expected to fly into Jacksonville on Friday night and meet with the team today. The Jaguars have also been in contact with former Detroit Lions defensive end Jared DeVries, according to a league source. Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio didn't respond to text messages, and general manager Gene Smith didn't return an e-mail seeking comment. Osgood, 29, made his third Pro Bowl last year as a special-teamer, nudging out Jaguars special-teams ace Montell Owens for the ..."
Chargers change mind on Sproles
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March 5
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"After talking with numerous people inside and outside the Chargers over the past several hours, I would almost be willing to bet it is just as likely that Darren Sproles won't be here as that Jamal Williams will be here. What?! The Chargers decided to put the first-and-third tender on Sproles rather than risk losing him to free agency, and they released the soon-to-be-34-year-old Williams. But indications are that Sproles can still be had for the right deal -- and it won't take a one and a three. I don't know what it will take, but I hear there are teams willing to make a deal."
Chargers will keep Sproles; Jamal Williams cut
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March 4
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"Darren Sproles is staying. Jamal Williams is leaving. The Chargers changed their mind on Sproles, opting Thursday morning to place a first-and-third tender on the dynamic running back and kick returner. Williams, a Pro Bowl nose tackle who had been with the Chargers for 12 seasons, was released. He will be 34 next month, would have been owed a $1 million roster bonus and was scheduled to earn $5 million in 2010. He played in only one game last season due to a triceps injury suffered in the season opener. Also released was veteran running back Michael Bennett, who played sparingly in his year and a half with the Chargers."
Source: It's 'highly unlikely' Lions will trade for Antonio Cromartie
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March 2
Michigan Live
 
"According to a league source with knowledge of the situation, it's "highly unlikely'' the Detroit Lions will trade for San Diego Chargers cornerback Antonio Cromartie. The two teams did have talks concerning a deal but the Lions have opted to move in a different direction. Cromartie, who has been at odds with the Chargers' coaching staff, is being shopped and, if a deal isn't struck with a team, he might get released."
CB Antonio Cromartie center of trade talks between Lions and Chargers
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March 1
Detroit News
 
"The Lions have discussed a potential trade with the Chargers involving cornerback Antonio Cromartie, The News has confirmed. But the asking price for Cromartie may include running back Maurice Morris, in addition to a fourth or fifth-round draft pick, a source with knowledge of the situation said. The Chargers have been actively shopping Cromartie for weeks, and the Lions -- in the market for a starting cornerback -- appear to be the most likely trade partner at the moment. Cromartie, 2006 first-round pick out of Florida State, clearly has worn out his welcome in San Diego, with off-field issues and a sharp drop in production since a breakout year in 2007, when he led the NFL with 10 ..."
Lions, Chargers talking trade for cornerback Antonio Cromartie
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March 1
Detroit Free Press
 
"The Lions have spoken to the Chargers about a potential trade for cornerback Antonio Cromartie, the Free Press has confirmed. Kevin Acee, the Chargers reporter for the San Diego Union-Tribune, posted on his Twitter account that it's "not a done deal" but he's hearing Cromartie "could be a Lion soon." Cromartie is only 25 and considered one of the most talented athletes in the NFL. He had 10 interceptions in 2007. But he has fallen out of favor because of a lack of physical play and off-the-field issues. He has had only five interceptions over the past two seasons."
Report: Lions talk to Chargers about DB Antonio Cromartie
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March 1
Detroit News
 
"The Lions are in trade talks with the San Diego Chargers and could be close to a deal for cornerback Antonio Cromartie, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. Cromartie, a 2006 first-round pick out of Florida State, is scheduled to earn at least $1.225 million in 2010 in the final year of his rookie contract. It's unclear at this point what compensation might be involved in a deal for Cromartie, who has fallen out of favor in San Diego after posting a league-best 10 interceptions in 2007."
Merriman to get highest tender from Chargers
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February 28
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"Shawne Merriman is not going to be a Charger long-term, but the team thinks highly enough of the outside linebacker to make it extremely difficult for another team to take him in 2010. According to a source familiar with the Chargers' plans, Merriman will receive the first-and-third tender. That means another team would have to give the Chargers a first- and third-round pick in this year's draft if it signed Merriman. The sides could also work out a deal for less, but the high tender means it will at least take some high picks."
Vincent Jackson and Malcom Floyd expected to get highest tenders from Chargers,
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February 28
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"Wide receivers Vincent Jackson and Malcom Floyd are both expected to get the first-and-third tender from the Chargers, based on conversations I've talked had with people familiar with the Chargers' intentions. I have also heard all sides have had at least preliminary talks about long-term contracts for both of the restricted free agents. The tender will give Jackson $3.268 million since he has five years of experience. Floyd will get $3.168 million."
Sproles free to join Tomlinson as ex-Bolt
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February 27
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"The Chargers yesterday made the probable departure of Darren Sproles official. Not willing to pay him almost $7.3 million, they are not tendering the running back and will allow him to test the free-agent market. The Chargers have made it clear they want Sproles to give them a chance to sign him to a long-term deal, but others will get a chance first. "Darren doesn't have a lot of wear on him and is in high demand," said Gary Wichard, Sproles' agent. "It's a very attractive situation." Having released LaDainian Tomlinson on Monday, the Chargers face the possibility they will have an entirely new backfield. "Our hope is to have Darren back," head coach Norv Turner said. "You start from ..."
Source: Chargers do not tender Sproles
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February 26
ESPN.com
 
"For the second time in a week, a major turnover has affected the San Diego's backfield. In the same week the Chargers decided to release running back LaDainian Tomlinson, they also opted not to tender running back Darren Sproles, freeing him to leave the team in free agency without any compensation, said a source close to the situation. Had the Chargers wanted to retain Sproles' rights, they would have had to tender him with an offer of nearly $7.3 million for the coming season by March 4. But San Diego deemed that price too high, giving its running back the chance to test free agency. San Diego still would like to re-sign him, and it could, but it will face competition from other teams."
Tomlinson could help Bears find the end zone
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February 26
Chicago Sun-Times
 
"The Bears have enough running backs who average 3.3 yards per carry, but LaDainian Tomlinson, released by the Chargers this week, does have one intriguing quality that should pique the Bears' interest: even in his decline he can still find the end zone. Tomlinson was a shadow of the All-Pro running back he was just a couple of years ago. In 2009 he rushed for 730 yards on 223 carries. His longest run was 36 yards. But he scored 12 touchdowns, most of them from short-range: six from 1-yard out and nine from inside the 5-yard line. Those aren't cheapies in the NFL, as the Bears should know all too well. They scored just four rushing touchdowns from inside the 5-yard line in 2009. Jay Cutler ..."
Tie to Payton could lure Tomlinson
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February 24
Chicago Tribune
 columnist David Haugh
"On the day after he passed Walter Payton on the all-time rushing touchdowns list back in 2007, LaDainian Tomlinson wore a white No. 34 Bears jersey to the Chargers complex out of respect for his boyhood idol. You wonder if the introspective Tomlinson, with a keen sense of NFL history, sees any symmetry in ending his career wearing the same uniform of the guy who first inspired his dream as a 5-year-old kid. That's possible now that the Chargers have cut Tomlinson and forced every team with needs at running back to consider their options, including the one that LT recalls introducing him to the NFL as a boy. After seeing Payton play on TV in his home near Waco, Texas, as Tomlinson's tale ..."
Sproles next?
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February 24
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"Darren Sproles could well follow LaDainian Tomlinson out the door and will at least be given the chance to do so. The Chargers remain interested in signing their kick returner and backup running back to a long-term deal, but they won't be retaining his services on a one-year basis as they did in 2009. As the franchise player last year, Sproles made slightly more than $6.6 million last season. Because he would be entitled to a 10 percent increase in 2010, that means the Chargers will have to pay him almost $7.3 million for one year if they give him a tender as a restricted free agent."
WR Jackson gets work release in DUI; NFL suspension likely
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February 24
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"Chargers Pro Bowl receiver Vincent Jackson will receive four days in a work-release program, possibly roadside trash pickup, plus a likely NFL suspension this fall, after pleading guilty to his second drunken-driving offense since 2006. Jackson, 27, also was sentenced to five years' probation, a $2,408 fine and 15 days of community service stemming from his DUI arrest in January 2009. Because it's his second DUI offense, Jackson likely will be suspended by the NFL, according to the league's substance-abuse policy. The suspension could be about two games, but his overall punishment could have been much worse. The San Diego City Attorney's Office asked a Superior Court judge to punish him ..."
Chargers still seek deal for Cromartie
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February 18
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"Antonio Cromartie has been and remains on the trading block. It was reported last March that the Chargers planned to try to trade Cromartie but that those plans were contingent on the club acquiring another cornerback. Four weeks ago, following the 2009 season, it was reported that the Chargers likely would try to trade Cromartie again. Rumblings about his being traded have grown recently, and league sources Wednesday said the Chargers actually have been shopping Cromartie for the better part of the past year. The team was involved in talks regarding Cromartie up until the October trading deadline and has had feelers out the bulk of this offseason, sources said."
Bucs Have What Chargers Want In Trade
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February 17
Tampa Tribune
 
"If you're among the Bucs followers who believe Tampa Bay has at least one too many running backs, the San Diego Chargers just may have a deal for you. According to an ESPN report late Tuesday, the Chargers are looking for help at running back and are willing to trade cornerback Antonio Cromartie to get it. The report doesn't list the Bucs among the teams that have a wealth of running backs, but everyone who follows the Bucs closely knows they do. With Cadillac Williams, Derrick Ward, Earnest Graham, Clifton Smith and Kareem Huggins on the roster the Bucs could afford to give up a front-line back, especially if it means getting a front-line corner in return. Cornerback is a definite area of ..."
Chargers GM discontinues offseason talk
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February 17
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"It has been a rite of spring (or late winter) for six years, but it will be no more. Chargers General Manager A.J. Smith since his first offseason has given an annual address to the media shortly before the start of each new league year. It was a sort of "State of the Chargers," closing the book on the previous season and beginning to look forward. While the news conferences were sometimes light on news, they gave insight to Smith's thought process in building the team and its current status. Many fans looked forward to the address, and the media anticipated his revealing of offseason surgeries and which players would be released. But Smith said yesterday that he decided recently the ..."
Tomlinson As A Backup In K.C. Might Make Sense
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February 17
SportingNews.com
 
"Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson is expected to be released in the coming days, and the Kansas City Star speculated that the Chiefs could be a good fit. That is, if the price is right and Tomlinson, who turns 31 on June 23, is willing to accept a backup role behind starter Jamaal Charles. Tomlinson could see more work in Kansas City than backups in other places because Charles (5-11, 199) isn't built to handle more than 20 touches a game. ... The Saints are expected to use the "franchise" tag to retain unrestricted free-agent S Darren Sharper if a new deal can't be worked out before the Feb. 25 deadline to tag players, according to the NFL Network. If the Saints use the tag, ..."
Buffalo Bills should offer Marshawn Lynch to San Diego Chargers
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February 15
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
 
"The Buffalo Bills probably will try to trade running back Marshawn Lynch. He has the talent to be a heavy-duty NFL running back, but his problems with the law and attitude are heavy baggage. One reason he didn't do much last season was that he never was in top shape after starting the season on the suspended list. San Diego needs a running back. LaDainian Tomlinson is likely to be released and Darren Sproles will be playing on a one-year contract as a franchise player in 2010. The best running back in the 2010 college draft is C.J. Spiller (Clemson), who will be selected before San Diego's No. 28 overall pick. The Chargers might consider Lynch a better bet than Jahvid Best (California), ..."
Vincent Jackson probably not heading to Miami
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February 15
Miami Herald
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"An official who spoke to the Dolphins said they love San Diego restricted free agent receiver Vincent Jackson. But acquiring him is unlikely because the Chargers can match any offer or get draft-pick compensation (likely first- and third-rounders)."
Tomlinson expects Bolts to let him go
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February 5
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"LaDainian Tomlinson spent a couple of weeks following the abrupt conclusion of the Chargers season reflecting, in prayer and meditation. He has reached the stage of acceptance. After a month of proclaiming he did not know what his future would be, the certain Hall of Famer said Thursday he knows he has played his last game as a Charger. "I'm not coming back," Tomlinson said. "I don't believe I'll be back in San Diego. I've accepted it." Tomlinson, who has two years remaining on his contract, said neither he nor his agent has spoken with the Chargers since the season ended. He has simply read the writing on the wall. "I just felt like it was over," Tomlinson said. All that's left now is for ..."
Floyd would be good catch for Ravens
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February 2
Baltimore Sun
 columnist Mike Preston
"There are a number of options the Ravens might pursue to get a No. 1 receiver, but the best way to get a strong return on their investment is to sign the San Diego Chargers' Malcom Floyd. Certainly, there are more popular choices - San Diego's No. 1 receiver Vincent Jackson, the Denver Broncos' Brandon Marshall and the Dallas Cowboys' Miles Austin - but it's unlikely the Ravens will be able to sign any of those three for various reasons. Like Jackson, Marshall and Austin, Floyd is expected to become a restricted free agent if this becomes an uncapped season, which seems likely. San Diego will invest top dollars to retain Jackson, their best receiver in 2009. Dallas owner Jerry Jones won't ..."
LaDainian Tomlinson heading for sad end in San Diego
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January 24
Jacksonville Times-Union
 
"Four years ago, Jerome Bettis had a storybook ending to his career. The Pittsburgh Steelers running back won a Super Bowl in his final game in his hometown of Detroit and retired on top after the 2005 season. Unfortunately, storybook endings are often few and far between for great running backs. For example, Chicago's Walter Payton ended his career losing a playoff game. Barry Sanders walked away in his prime, apparently because he was so frustrated by the losing years in Detroit. The all-time leading rusher, longtime Dallas star Emmitt Smith, played his last game for Arizona. And now LaDainian Tomlinson's career in San Diego might have ended with him listening to the fans boo when he ..."
San Diego Chargers fans already want Norv Turner gone after loss to New York Jets
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January 18
New York Daily News
 
"A radio inside a press box elevator at Qualcomm Stadium was tuned to a local sports talk station only minutes after the Chargers had melted down against the Jets Sunday, and call-in fans were already asking for Norv Turner's head. But while Turner may end up being the face of the Chargers' failure to get past the divisional round of the AFC playoffs, his players did more to blow the game than he did. After winning the final 11 games to finish 13-3, the Chargers stumbled in every way imaginable during their shocking 17-14 loss to the Jets. And it may be tough to point the finger of blame at Turner, even though he has a history of bowing out early in the playoffs. "You'd like to be playing ..."
LT's likely exit comes empty, sadly
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January 18
San Diego Union-Tribune
 columnist Tim Sullivan
"On his last carry of the last game of what will surely be his last season with the San Diego Chargers, LaDainian Tomlinson was stopped for a 1-yard gain and struck by the sound of unambiguous boos. The noise was reflexive rather than reflective, the spontaneous venting of stunned spectators, and it was probably directed more at the play call than at the player. But on a day of profound disappointment, with Qualcomm Stadium packed with bewildered and crestfallen fans, not even the finest running back the Chargers have employed was beyond backlash. Tomlinson acknowledged that he was aware of the boos following the New York Jets' 17-14 playoff ambush, and he attributed them to the crowd's ..."
Last game as a Charger? LT's $6 million price tag may be too much for team to swallow
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January 17
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
 
"Sunday afternoon could be the final time that running back LaDainian Tomlinson takes the field at Qualcomm Stadium as a member of the San Diego Chargers. NFP analyst Michael Lombardi wrote this morning in his "Sunday at the Post" column that "L.T. is due to make almost $6 million next season, and unless he's willing to take a pay cut, cap or no cap, it would be tough for the team to justify his salary." The Chargers host the New York Jets today at 4:40pm eastern. A loss would end San Diego's impressive season while a win would put them in Indianapolis next weekend to play the No. 1 seeded Colts for the AFC Championship. As Lombardi pointed out, the key to Tomlinson's future could hinge on ..."
Chargers acquire LB insurance
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December 2
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"Painful foot tendinitis that forced him from the past three games and other "nagging" injuries could keep Shawne Merriman from playing Sunday in Cleveland and perhaps beyond. The Chargers have gone to the lengths of bringing back Marques Harris for depth in their thin outside linebackers corps. Harris, who spent the 2005-08 seasons with the club before being released in February, signed yesterday. He played six games with the San Francisco 49ers this season but suffered a hamstring injury and was released Oct. 27. The Chargers had Harris in for a physical Nov. 11 but did not sign him. However, they have continued monitoring Merriman's health while losing two other outside linebackers, ..."
Merriman's status prompts a move
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December 2
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"Painful foot tendinitis that forced him from the past three games and other "nagging" injuries could keep Shawne Merriman from playing Sunday in Cleveland and perhaps beyond. The Chargers have gone to the lengths of bringing back Marques Harris for depth in their thin outside linebackers corps. Harris, who spent the 2005-08 seasons with the club before being released in February, signed yesterday. He played six games with the San Francisco 49ers this season but suffered a hamstring injury and was released Oct. 27."
Why wait? Sign Turner
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December 1
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"Norv Turner's contract as Chargers head coach expires after the 2010 season. There are no hidden motives we know of, but it has yet to be extended. It should be, before this year is through and the duck starts to limp. There. I said it. Go ahead, FireNorv.com subscribers, or those of you who buy your flesh by the pound, and get out the slings and arrows. It won't do you any good. Might as well start up RehireNorv.com. Turner wasn't going anywhere before his club ran off six straight wins to sit atop the AFC West with an 8-3 record. The man who hired him, General Manager A.J. Smith, hasn't lost his enthusiasm for Turner —if anything, it's increased — and club President Dean Spanos is on ..."
Bolts sign Runyan as Clary is put on IR
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November 25
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"The Chargers last night placed right tackle Jeromey Clary on injured reserve and signed 13-year veteran Jon Runyan, who it turns out has long been an object of their desire. Immediately after Sunday's game in Denver, when a preliminary diagnosis regarding Clary's left ankle was given to General Manager A.J. Smith, the team contacted Runyan, sources said yesterday. A contract was offered before the team's plane took off for San Diego on Sunday night, terms were agreed upon Monday afternoon and Runyan signed the contract upon arriving at Chargers Park early last night, the sources said. "We have always held Jon Runyan in high regard," Smith said last night. "We are fortunate, due to our ..."
Cromartie under scrutiny in bar incident
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November 24
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"Chargers cornerback Antonio Cromartie is being investigated on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon after a victory celebration at a Pacific Beach bar early yesterday turned into an altercation, police said. The incident was reported a little before 1:30 a.m. at Bar West on Hornblend Street near Bayard Street. Someone apparently threw a champagne bottle that hit another person in the head, police Detective Gary Hassen said. A 24-year-old San Diego man suffered minor injuries. No arrests were made"
Chargers part ways with Chambers
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November 3
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"The Chargers parted ways with Chris Chambers Monday. For so many reasons. Officially, and legitimately, the emergence of Malcom Floyd as a dependable target and big-play threat made the struggling Chambers expendable after two years in San Diego."
Cromartie bruises knee; secondary shuffled
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October 23
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"The Chargers have made another move official in the secondary and appear to have dodged a bullet in the defensive backfield, too. Cornerback Antonio Cromartie left practice yesterday after tweaking his knee and had an MRI last night, sources said. The MRI confirmed there were no tears but that Cromartie has a slight bruise under his kneecap. A serious injury to Cromartie, coming off one of the best games of his career, would have played havoc with a secondary in flux."
Chargers release strong safety Hart
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October 15
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"A defensive shake-up that had been hinted at took shape Wednesday in the jettisoning of one starter and the re-signing of a player previously deemed expendable. Feeling he wasn't their best option anymore, the Chargers released starting strong safety Clinton Hart. And, needing depth on a patchwork defensive line, the team told defensive tackle Ian Scott to cancel the moving truck and signed him back to their roster. "There are always multiple reasons why you make a move," head coach Norv Turner said. "We had a chance to help ourselves on the defensive line. We were carrying an extra safety. We feel the young guys are coming along and are ready to play. I don't know if it's as much ..."
Developers to test Chargers' interest in move to L.A.
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October 8
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"The developers who want to bring professional football back to the Los Angeles area said Tuesday that they'll approach the San Diego Chargers and five other teams in February about moving as early as next season. Majestic Realty Co. Vice President John Semcken III revealed his intentions at a breakfast gathering of the Orange County Building Industry Association in Costa Mesa. He made headlines more than a year ago with a pronouncement he had "no doubt" that a National Football League team would be playing in Los Angeles in 2009. On Tuesday, Semcken hadn't lost any of his optimism."
Parker doubtful for Sunday's game against the Chargers
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October 3
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
 
"Running back Willie Parker (turf toe) missed his third consecutive practice, making him unlikely to play Sunday night against San Diego at Heinz Field. Parker is listed as doubtful on the team's final injury report and could be a gametime decision. Typically if a player doesn't practice on Friday he isn't expected to play Sunday. • Rookie free agent Isaac Redman took some first-team reps on goal-line drills and could be activated from the practice squad if Parker doesn't play against the Chargers. "Just trying to stay prepared,'' Redman said. "I work hard every day in practice so when I do get a chance it comes natural.'' • Redman was a goal-line sensation during training camp so his ..."
Chargers sign Boone to bolster D-line
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September 23
San Diego Union-Tribune
 
"Having been almost a foregone conclusion for two days, the Chargers moved to shore up their defensive line Tuesday when they signed Alfonso Boone to a one-year deal. Boone (6-feet-5, 305 pounds) has started 37 career games. He was released by Kansas City before this season, his ninth. Boone, 33, has played defensive tackle and end, though never in a 3-4 defense. He spent his first six seasons with Chicago, where he played for Chargers defensive coordinator Ron Rivera and line coach Don Johnson. His last game for the Bears was Super Bowl XLI."