Chargers Sign Bob Sanders

"Former Indianapolis Colts safety Bob Sanders plans to sign a one-year deal with the San Diego Chargers Thursday night, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter (ESPN)."

There was a time when I thought Bob Sanders was one of the biggest difference makers at the safety position in the NFL, but Sanders has played in only 9 regular season games for the Colts in the last 3 years. I don't know what he has left in the tank, or if he can stay on the field. It is a long shot, but for a one year deal I guess you can't argue with it too much. Maybe playing on real grass will help....but I doubt it.

23 Patriots, 20 Chargers

A win is a win as they say, but most of the credit for this New England win should go to the San Diego Chargers who did everything in their power to lose the game. The Patriots improved to 5-1 and beat a "good 2- 5 team", but Patriot fans certainly shouldn't walk away from this game confident.

Four Chargers turnovers helped the Patriots overcome a sputtering offense that generated just 179 yards on the afternoon as Tom Brady was 19-for-32 for 159 yards and a one-yard touchdown.

For 3 quarters the Patriots defense held the explosive Chargers to 3 points. But Behind a hot Philip Rivers, and with the help of a successful onside kick, the Chargers scored a pair of fourth-quarter touchdowns to draw to within three points.

This could have made Bill Belichick make another stupid call and go for it on 4th and 1 at the 50. Benny Green Ellis couldn't convert the stretch run and once again put the Chargers in great position to win the game. However, it didn't sting this time as the always reliable shitty kicker Kris Brown to miss the 50 yard field goal and once again the Patriots prevailed.

The Patriots offense certainly needs to play better after the chargers constantly giving them good field position and the coaching staff needs to draw up a better game plan in the 4th.

Next week the the Vikings who are in their own heap of trouble and have just been flat out awful.

Mankins To Return To Pats Nov 16th

"Patriots offensive lineman Logan Mankins will report by Nov. 16, according to ESPN's Chris Mortensen. Mankins, a restricted free agent who has been sitting out since the start of spring practices because he's upset about his contract situation, will report on recommendation from the National Football League Players Association, according to several sources. Mortensen says Mankins will report to the Patriots to earn an accrued season and secure unrestricted free agency in 2011 (WEEI)."

I haven't really noticed a lot of offensive line problems for the Patriots this year, but obviously getting a Pro Bowler back never hurts. This is a smart move by Mankins, so that he can become a free agent in 2011.

It is also being reported that Vincent Jackson is going to do the same thing, so if he is a free agent in your fantasy league you may want to jump on him now. The Players Association was the one who urged both of them to report back to their teams by this date.

NFL News: Lights Out

Outside linebacker Shawne Merriman, once one of the most-feared players in the NFL, was placed on the injured reserve list because of a calf injury and a "minor-injury designation" on Wednesday. Merriman must be released once he's healthy, the team said.

Shawne Merriman was an unbelievable player before he got busted for steroids, but since then he has been more of an afterthought than an impact player. I somewhat feel bad for him and think he's still a decent player, but who knows we saw Kendrel Bell disappear before.

It's been mentioned once or twice here that Jerome Harrison probably isn't Eric Mangini's favorite player -- that won't matter anymore Harrison has been traded from the Browns in exchange for running back Mike Bell, the Eagles announced on Wednesday.

Mike Bell sucks and Jerome Harrison has potential so I think the Eagles got away with one here. Jerome harrison definitely won't hurt the Eagles.

Moss Is Gone, What Now?

I know, a lot of Moss posts today, but fuck it.

I started to think what the Patriots might do now they Moss is gone. They have a bye week, so there is a good amount of time to pull of another trade. I will caution that most likely the Patriots will do nothing, because that's their thing, but if they were to do something here are some options.

- Vincent Jackson - The Changers holdout was rumored to be going to the Vikings, but now that they are out of the way the Patriots could make a move, and they certainly have the draft picks to do it.

- Steve Smith - The Panthers are going nowhere fast, and he has been a problem for them. I would think he could be sold off for cheap (3rd/4th rounder).

- Lee Evans - Bills aren't going anywhere, and when was the last time Evans did something? Been awhile, but he also hasn't had anyone to throw him the ball. Could buy low here.

Anyways, I just figured there are going to be a shitload of rumors going around over the next week, and I wouldn't be surprised if these 3 names pop up a lot.

Vikings Asking Too Much For Jackson

The Chargers have till 4pm today to trade Vincent Jackson, so that his suspension will drop to 4 games. It doesn't sounds like it is going to happen. The Chargers want a 2011 second- and third-round pick in exchange for Jackson, which to be honest doesn't sounds like too much, but it was enough to scare away the Rams and the Vikings.

Reportedly, Minnesota has reached a deal with Jackson's camp that would pay him $6 million in 2010. The problem is that Minnesota doesn't want to give the package the Chargers want. Instead, they are rumored to want to give up just a second-rounder.

I think a deal will get done, but just not in time to save him from being out the first 6 weeks. We will keep you updated till the 4pm deadline if anything changes.

2010 NFL Preview: San Diego Chargers

2009 Record: 13-3

KEY ADDITIONS:
Randy McMichael, TE, St. Louis
Josh Reed, WR, Buffalo
Donald Strickland, CB, N.Y. Jets
Tra Thomas, OT, Jacksonville
Nathan Vasher, CB, Chicago

KEY LOSSES:
Antonio Cromartie, CB, N.Y. Jets
Tim Dobbins, ILB, Miami
Brandon Manumaleuna, TE, Chicago
Kassim Osgood, WR, Jacksonville
LaDainian Tomlinson, RB, N.Y. Jets
Charlie Whitehurst, QB, Seattle
Jamal Williams, DT, Denver

Offense:
The Chargers used to be a running team, but over the past couple of years Rivers has taken over. Rivers will be looking for his third straight 4,000-yard season, if he is able to do this he will become only the 2nd QB in San Diego history to do so. The Chargers lost LT, which most people don't think is a big deal, but he did have 10 TDs last year, so it has to have some effect. Yet, the Chargers are really high on their first round pick Ryan Mathews. I think he will be good enough, but I do question their WRs. Jackson is suspended to start the season, and I really have a bad feeling that he might have a tough year. Gates is great, and will be a top TE again this year. The good news is their offensive line is good enough that no matter who is out there Rivers will have the time to find them.

Defense:
Jamal Williams was the anchor of this defense, and now he is gone. The Chargers hope rookie Cam Thomas can take over, but I think that is asking a lot. Merriman is fucking terrible now, and he wouldn't even be on this team if it wasn't an uncapped year. The loss of Antonio Cromartie will be tough to handle, but Antoine Cason should do a decent job taking his spot. There are a lot of changes to this defense, and I think it could be their downfall.

Overall:
This team knows how to win in the regular season. There is no doubt about that, but I think they take a step back this year, and will have another early exit from the playoffs.

2010 Record: 11-5

Antonio Cromartie To The Jets

League sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter the Jets will give the Chargers a 2011 third-round draft pick that could turn into a second-round pick. Cromartie has one year left on his contract and there are no plans for his deal to be redone now.

To be honest, I don't think this is that big of a deal. People are still remembering 2007 when they think of Antonio Cormartie, and not now. He had a disappointing year last year, and when you are playing opposite of Darrelle Revis, you are going to have more balls thrown your way, thus getting exposed more.(like what happened in Denver and what happened to Dre Bly when he was opposite of Champ Bailey) If Cromartie has a good year, and acts like it's 2007, the Jets will be stupid. Already a top defense will get that much better, and take less pressure off the dreamy Mark Sanchez.

That's Right LT Cry Like A Bitch

Vincent Jackson Pleades Guilty To DUI

Vincent Jackson pleaded guilty to a 2009 DUI charge on Monday and received a 4 day jail sentence and 5 years probation. I feel like I say this every time, but this is bullshit. If this was me or you, we would be inn jail for awhile, and this isn't even his first time!!!!

Anyways, Jackson will most likely be suspended a couple games from this, which he should nice he gets off so damn easy. Jackson likely will be a restricted free agent this offseason, unless the NFL and its players can agree to a new contract before March 5, but that ain't happening.

In the long run this doesn't mean very much unless he gets in trouble again. Jackson, and every other rich person that gets a DUI, you have a shit load of money, get someone to drive you...

Chargers Cut LaDainian Tomlinson

HAHAHAHA. You fucking queer.

Ok, now that is out of my system. I think most people knew this was coming. He is 30 and his numbers have been declining for a couple years now. He is one of the best RBs I have ever seen, but what does he have left in the tank. He will absolutely find a new team. DP seems to think he might swallow his pride and come to the Pats. I can't see this, he has just talked too much shit over the years, and LT is a very prideful guy. My best guess are teams like KC, Seattle, and Houston.

Chargers Looking To Deal Cromartie?

Reports are surfacing that the Chargers are trying to deal Antonio Cromartie for a running back. It makes sense since the Chargers have 2 very good corners in Quentin Jammer and Antoine Cason, and running back was their weakness position in 2009. Still, I don't like this idea at all. In my eyes, you can never have enough good corner backs (ask the Patriots), and I feel like you can always find a running back in free agency or in the draft. Why throw away a position that is so hard to fill for one the the easiest to fill? Maybe it's just me, but that's how I view it.

I wish the Patriots had a good running back to trade, because I still think Cromartie is a hell of a player. My guess is that the Packers, Cowboys, and Vikings will take a hard look at a trade like this, but we will have to wait and see.

Norv Turner Gets Extended To 2013

In a curious move the San Diego Chargers have locked up coach Norv Turner until 2013. The Chargers choked once again in the playoffs like always, and this offseason is set to be a very interesting one. The Chargers and Norv Turner have some decisions to be made about aging rb LaDainian Tomlinson and overrated LB Shawn Merriman. There is speculation that both will be cut, but I would have to say if I were the Chargers, I would most likely keep LT. Darren Sproles isn't a full time runningback, and so that means they will have to draft one in the first 3 rounds. They are going to need to groom that guy, so having one of the best runningbacks of our generation training him, isn't a bad idea. As for Shawn Marriman, I think he is all but gone. He hasn't been the same after the knee injury and has become severely injury prone since then.

Previews For Today's Games

Dallas vs Minnesota
Probably two of the teams I dislike the most in the NFL. Either way there is going to be too much media to whomever wins the game. We are either going to hear about how Brett Favre is amazing or how Tony Romo is bringing his game to the next level. I took all of this into account when I chose the Cowboys, because I don't nearly hate Romo as much as I do Favre.

Anyways to the game itself. The Cowboys come into this game defying all odds, making a strong December push and looked pretty strong against the Eagles last week. But today they go after one of the best defensive lines in the NFL, led by Jared Allen and the two Williams' in the middle. They have got constant pressure on opposing qb's all year, however, the Dallas offensive line are composed of all mammoth nasty men. I think they will be able to slow the pressure of that great Vikings D Line and give Tony Romo time to make plays down field. That could spell a lot of trouble for the overlooked Vikings secondary.

As for the Vikings, it all comes down to Brett Favre. Adrian Peterson has not lived up to his reputation, and that could be the fact Favre practically runs the team, but AP has been putting the ball on the ground a lot. So if you add that up and how reckless Favre can be (especially in the playoffs), it is a recipe for disaster.

With all that being said, I say Favre makes mistakes, Romo doesn't and that decides the game.

Cowboys 35-21

Jets vs Chargers
I'm still not sure how the Jets are even in the playoffs but they have defied all odds to get to this point right now. The Chargers are the hottest team in the NFL and look poised to go to the Superbowl(but how many times have we heard that before.) They won't choke against the Jets and their blitzing defense, and Revis Island wont really make a difference because he can't cover Antonio Gates, LT, Vincent Jackson at once, and neither can any Jets defender. I hate to root for Phillip Rivers but, it seems like this could be his year.

Chargers 28-10

Chad Ochocinco wants to fight Shawne Merriman for real

Ochocinco has came out and not been descret about his dislike for Shawne Merriman recent. Here are some of the quotes in no chronological order:

"I think back when we played last time," he continued. "I can't remember. I don't know. You know what, I think I copied his dance after I scored, and I think it pissed him off." -Ochocinco

"Tough? Why? That's not how I look at things. I'll whoop his ass, right now, like Will Ferrell. Yeah, like in 'Step Brothers."' -Merriman

"Merriman sent Ochocino a twitpic of the two players' faces superimposed over those of actors Ferrell and John C. Reilly in an advertisement for the movie "Step Brothers" with the message, "see u sunday."" -CBS Sports

"I will beat Shawne's head in, right now," he said. "It's not even fun. This is not in fun. This is personal. Bring it on. It is what it is. I think he might be one of the only people I don't really get along with. I want to fight. I'm not sure how to get the fight on without him suing me." -Ochocinco

"It would be a joke man," "It's like a little kid, you hold out your hand and you hold their head and they swing, you know, and they can't do anything. It's one of those things." -Merriman

"Roger has nothing to worry about in this case. I'll keep it legal -- as possible," -Merriman

Ochocinco is 6--1, 192 pounds. Merriman is 6-4, 265

My Take:

I love Ochocinco with a passion. I think his antics are wildly hilarious and it's great for the game. Other than the many times his mouth and some of his actions have gotten him in trouble with his team, his lively flavor and attitude is fun to watch. The man certainly works extremely hard and has elite talent....but not....as a fighter against Shawne "steroids" Merriman. Did everyone just overlook and forget that it was only 2 seasons ago that Merriman was suspended four games for taking performance enhancing drugs? *This whole only four games thing in the NFL blows my mind but I'll save that article for the next player that gets caught and no one cares. Anyway, back to the fight...is Ochocinco seeing the size of Merriman? Merriman is a fucking monster to put it boldly and frank. Like I said I'll be one of the first people to defend Ochocinco's actions but if this is real, I'm genuinely concern for the injury that would keep Ochocinco off the field come the hopeful playoff run. Being as all these quotes came before Chris Henry's death this morning, I don't see Ochocinco or Merriman even caring about one another. Sure they will hit each other a few times during the game but beyond that, they're going to play and leave.

Ocho...if you read this...here is your touchdown celebration sunday if you want to keep stickin' it to that "lights out" bullshit (obviously it comes with a fine almost equal to my yearly salary but I respect it every time):

>Bring a battery powered lamp (turned on all game)...bring it either to the endzone or the Charger's sideline and simply just turn it off......and only if your winning.

I can't think of anything that would be more subtle that would piss off Merriman more than that. And for the record, Step Bothers is a fantastic movie...kiss the baby Shawne Merriman you Tia Tequila Chris Browner

Be Great

Chargers Moving To LA?

"The San Diego Chargers are one of the teams that might be able to draw well in the Los Angeles area; they'd certainly do better than the Jacksonville Jaguars -- one of the other teams rumored to be on the move -- because the franchise has more history, and the team is the closest geographically to L.A.

The reason why the Chargers are in the discussion at all is because they've had a difficult time developing the finances required for a new stadium, with the idea that Qualcomm is not sufficient for their needs. While the ongoing thought was that the team would finance the stadium construction privately, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports on Friday that the team is now going to ask to get some public funding as well. Given the current economic climate, this could put an end to the plan pretty quickly (ESPN)."

LA should have a team, but the Chargers have a good fan base, and I really wouldn't understand the move from that stand point. Then again, if they want a new stadium, and Schwarzenegger has already signed a bill passing a new stadium in LA then might take a serious look at it. In my eyes I think it would be much better for Jacksonville to move. That town can barely support their team, they don't really have an airport, and there would just seem to be a lot more money rolling around in LA.

Antonio Cromartie Got A Little Throwy

Police are investigating a claim that San Diego Chargers cornerback Antonio Cromartie hit someone in the head with a champagne bottle at a bar shortly after the team returned from a victory in Denver.

Detective Gary Hassen said officers answered a report of a fight at Bar West in Pacific Beach shortly before 1:30 a.m. Monday.

Cromartie is under investigation for assault with a deadly weapon, Hassen said.

Hassen said a witness claimed Cromartie threw a champagne bottle but the player said it slipped from his hand.

A man sustained a cut to the back of his head but nobody was hospitalized or arrested. ESPN

Have the Chargers turned into the new Bengals? First Shawne Merriman beats up a reality TV whore, then Cromartie(who already has 6 kids with 5 mothers) decided to get all crazy at a club and throw a bottle at someones head. I know it says it fell out by mistake, but honestly, I used that same excuse in third grade and it didn't fly. The Chargers have been real hot though and are going to cruise for the AFC west.

LaDainian Tomlinson To Retire?

"On pace for their third-lowest seasonal total for running back carries ever -- and going for a league-worst 3.1 yards for each of those carries -- the San Diego Chargers have clearly de-emphasized the ground game this season. Whenever an offense has that big of a disparity, one must wonder if it's the coach's scheme or the players. In the previous two years under Norv Turner, the Chargers still relied on the running game. Last season, they were middle of the pack in total yardage, carries and yards-per-carry; furthermore, in 2007, the team was seventh in both yardage and attempts, and eighth in YPC.

In other words, it's personnel, and the player on the chopping block appears to be LaDainian Tomlinson, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. After a bizarrely public feud with GM A.J. Smith this offseason, LT returned to the team, but with much smaller checks being deposited in his bank account. As the paper's Kevin Acee opines, LT "can no longer win games for [San Diego] (ESPN)."

I'll admit I bought into that whole bounce back season for LT, but it is obvious that he is just not the same player. I don't see him retiring, but I do think this is his last year with the Chargers. Some other team will take a chance on him, but he is coming to the end of his career, and I couldn't be happier...


FUCK YOU LT!!!

Chambers To The Chiefs

The veteran Chambers, released Monday by the San Diego Chargers, was claimed off waivers by the Kansas City Chiefs on Tuesday.

Coach Norv Turner said Monday the Chargers released Chambers because of the emergence of Malcom Floyd and the need to sign a linebacker because of an injury to Tim Dobbins. Because Chambers was claimed, the Chargers won't have to pay the $2.25 million they owe him.ESPN

Chambers is a tough guy to figure out. I think he has all the skill and talent to be a great or effective starter in the league, however he hasn't lived up to that for the exception of 2005. Chambers was a moot point in San Diego, and did nothing on a very explosive offense. I understand the cutting of Chambers due to the emergence of Malcolm Floyd. I don't think his presence will hurt the Chiefs, but I really don't know how he will effect the terrible Chiefs' offense.

Chargers Waive Chambers

"The San Diego Chargers lost patience with wide receiver Chris Chambers and waived him Monday, according to ESPN.com's Adam Schefter, freeing Chambers to sign with another team. He was replaced in the Chargers' lineup two weeks ago after not making a play on four balls thrown his way. Chambers has nine catches for 122 yards and a touchdown, but had clearly fallen out of favor with quarterback Phillips Rivers (ESPN)."

Chambers is a tough guy to figure out. He has the physical tools to be a solid player, but has never really been on the same page as Rivers. He is only 31 years old, so I am sure that someone will pick him up, but since he hasn't really done anything since 2005 I wouldn't hold my breathe for any kind of incredible comeback.

If I had to guess where he will end up.... I would say either Patriots or Ravens.