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Category Archives: Chargers Player News
R.I.P. #55 – Mourning Charger Legend Junior Seau
I am still in complete shock. When my Twitter feed first started streaming news of Junior Seau’s passing, I sat at my computer hoping that this was just some cruel hoax. He was only 43, only 8 years older than … Continue reading
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Another Chargers Season Upon Us
Merriman’s back, Rivers has a new contract, and Ladainian might be healthier. Can’t wait for the season to start.
Chargers Still Negotiating With Tomlinson
With franchise players such as Marvin Harrison, Derrick Brooks, and Fred Taylor being released by their respective teams, the rumor mill was spinning regarding the fate of Chargers running back Ladainian Tomlinson. Coming off a disappointing and injury plagued season, … Continue reading
Playing Catch Up
Finally back from sea. Lots of stuff to catch up on. I stopped posting at the end of December because of my Vegas vacation, which was a blast. If you ever have a chance to stay at the Encore Hotel, … Continue reading
Charger Fans, Send a Prayer to Alex Spanos
Today, the focus of my day will be at the upcoming rematch between the Broncos and Chargers. A playoff atmosphere is expected tonight at Qualcomm, since the loser gets an early start to the offseason. After the disappointing Padres season … Continue reading
Mile High Heartbreak
I’m taking a break from posting about my cards because I’m still reeling from the Charger’s 39-38 loss to the Broncos. After a dismal Padres season, this is not how I imagined the Chargers season to unfold. Amazing how the Chargers … Continue reading
Turn Out the Lights: Shawne Merriman Done for the Season
To add injury to insult, Chargers sackmaster Shawne Merriman will undergo surgery and miss the rest of the season. Not good news for a Chargers defense, which failed to pressure Panthers QB Jake Delhomme this past Sunday in a heartbreaking loss. … Continue reading
Gates Returns to Practice, Merriman Still Troubled by Knee Pain
Some good and bad news coming from the Chargers today. First the good news. Antonio Gates was taken off the Physically Unable To Perform (PUP) list and was able to participate in practice today. A huge boost to the offense … Continue reading
Thanks For the Memories, Eric Parker
The Chargers made it official yesterday, releasing WR Eric Parker after being unable to trade the 6 year veteran. His best season as a Charger came in 2005. He caught 57 for 725 yards, to finish 3rd on the team … Continue reading
Luis Castillo Signs Contract Extension With Chargers
For Charger fans, great news from Chargers Park today. DE Luis Castillo signed a 5 year contract extension. Despite missing some time the past couple of years because of ankle problems, he has been able to put up great numbers. … Continue reading







