Wednesday, March 9 2016 2:48 PM EST2016-03-09 19:48:15 GMT
Star tight end Antonio Gates has agreed to a new two-year deal that will allow him to retire as a member of the San Diego Chargers, the team he joined as an undrafted rookie in 2003.
Star tight end Antonio Gates has agreed to a new two-year deal that will allow him to retire as a member of the San Diego Chargers, the team he joined as an undrafted rookie in 2003.
Thursday, February 25 2016 9:00 AM EST2016-02-25 14:00:44 GMT
In a last-ditch effort to end their long, bitter push for a new stadium, the San Diego Chargers have joined a diverse group that includes some polarizing figures and civic lightning rods who have been involved in various issues in a city known for political dysfunction and an inability to get big projects done.
In a last-ditch effort to end their long, bitter push for a new stadium, the San Diego Chargers have joined a diverse group that includes some polarizing figures and civic lightning rods who have been involved in various issues in a city known for political dysfunction and an inability to get big projects done.
Wednesday, February 24 2016 9:31 AM EST2016-02-24 14:31:59 GMT
The San Diego Chargers announced that they will pursue a stadium project in downtown San Diego, rejecting the proposed replacement for Qualcomm Stadium in Mission Valley.
The San Diego Chargers announced that they will pursue a stadium project in downtown San Diego, rejecting the proposed replacement for Qualcomm Stadium in Mission Valley.
Wednesday, February 10 2016 9:11 AM EST2016-02-10 14:11:42 GMT
Chargers Chairman Dean Spanos met with San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer and county Supervisor Ron Roberts on Monday, just a couple hours after announcing the hiring of a longtime civic leader to push a stadium project forward.
Chargers Chairman Dean Spanos met with San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer and county Supervisor Ron Roberts on Monday, just a couple hours after announcing the hiring of a longtime civic leader to push a stadium project forward.
Tuesday, February 9 2016 12:04 PM EST2016-02-09 17:04:15 GMT
Chargers Chairman Dean Spanos met with San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer and county Supervisor Ron Roberts Monday, just a couple hours after announcing the hiring of a longtime civic leader to push a stadium project forward.
Chargers Chairman Dean Spanos met with San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer and county Supervisor Ron Roberts Monday, just a couple hours after announcing the hiring of a longtime civic leader to push a stadium project forward.
Saturday, February 6 2016 2:12 PM EST2016-02-06 19:12:41 GMT
National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell said Friday that keeping the Chargers in San Diego is a priority, and the league will do what it can to help build a new stadium for the team.
National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell said Friday that keeping the Chargers in San Diego is a priority, and the league will do what it can to help build a new stadium for the team.
Sunday, January 31 2016 2:14 PM EST2016-01-31 19:14:03 GMT
Chargers owner Dean Spanos announced Friday that the team will play the 2016 season in San Diego, and hopes to work out a long-term deal with the franchise's home of 55 years.
Chargers owner Dean Spanos announced Friday that the team will play the 2016 season in San Diego, and hopes to work out a long-term deal with the franchise's home of 55 years.
Friday, January 29 2016 9:25 AM EST2016-01-29 14:25:37 GMT
The Chargers submitted plans this week for approval by the City of Santa Ana for an interim team headquarters and practice facility which would be built if the team relocated to Inglewood.
The Chargers submitted plans this week for approval by the City of Santa Ana for an interim team headquarters and practice facility which would be built if the team relocated to Inglewood.
Monday, January 25 2016 3:00 PM EST2016-01-25 20:00:28 GMT
With the Chargers move to Los Angeles looming, longtime season ticket holders are finding themselves in limbo over whether they should renew their tickets.
With the Chargers move to Los Angeles looming, longtime season ticket holders are finding themselves in limbo over whether they should renew their tickets.
Thursday, January 21 2016 6:20 PM EST2016-01-21 23:20:57 GMT
In an interview with ESPN Radio's Capital Games podcast Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti talked about the return of an NFL franchise (and possibly two) to Los Angeles.
In an interview with ESPN Radio's Capital Games podcast Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti talked about the return of an NFL franchise (and possibly two) to Los Angeles.
Tuesday, January 19 2016 8:15 PM EST2016-01-20 01:15:53 GMT
Representatives of the San Diego Chargers and Los Angeles Rams held their first meeting Monday about possibly sharing a future stadium in Inglewood, but didn't share details.
Representatives of the San Diego Chargers and Los Angeles Rams held their first meeting Monday about possibly sharing a future stadium in Inglewood, but didn't share details.
Sunday, January 17 2016 2:17 PM EST2016-01-17 19:17:31 GMT
Chargers owner Dean Spanos spoke by phone Thursday with San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer and county Supervisor Ron Roberts in what a team spokesman Friday characterized as "cordial" conversations.
Chargers owner Dean Spanos spoke by phone Thursday with San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer and county Supervisor Ron Roberts in what a team spokesman Friday characterized as "cordial" conversations.
Thursday, January 14 2016 9:57 AM EST2016-01-14 14:57:56 GMT
Chargers executives are considering Thursday whether to become the second team to move to the potentially lucrative Los Angeles market following National Football League's decision that the Rams could move forward with stadium plans in Inglewood.
Chargers executives are considering Thursday whether to become the second team to move to the potentially lucrative Los Angeles market following National Football League's decision that the Rams could move forward with stadium plans in Inglewood.
Monday, January 11 2016 3:45 PM EST2016-01-11 20:45:37 GMT
NFL owners will try again to settle the issue of relocation to Los Angeles, this time knowing that Commissioner Roger Goodell has declared the stadiums inadequate in Oakland, St. Louis and San Diego.
NFL owners will try again to settle the issue of relocation to Los Angeles, this time knowing that Commissioner Roger Goodell has declared the stadiums inadequate in Oakland, St. Louis and San Diego.
Sunday, January 10 2016 8:33 PM EST2016-01-11 01:33:06 GMT
Roger Goodell says the existing stadiums in St. Louis, San Diego and Oakland are "inadequate and unsatisfactory," and the proposals the Rams, Chargers and Raiders received to remain in their current cities lacked certainty.
Roger Goodell says the existing stadiums in St. Louis, San Diego and Oakland are "inadequate and unsatisfactory," and the proposals the Rams, Chargers and Raiders received to remain in their current cities lacked certainty.
Wednesday, January 6 2016 12:58 PM EST2016-01-06 17:58:45 GMT
The San Diego Chargers, Oakland Raiders and St. Louis Rams each submitted applications Tuesday to move to the Los Angeles area beginning with the 2016 season, the NFL announced Monday night.
The San Diego Chargers, Oakland Raiders and St. Louis Rams each submitted applications Tuesday to move to the Los Angeles area beginning with the 2016 season, the NFL announced Monday night.
Tuesday, January 5 2016 9:50 AM EST2016-01-05 14:50:48 GMT
The San Diego Chargers announced Monday Mike McCoy will be retained as coach, despite a 4-12 record in the just-completed season, while offensive coordinator Frank Reich and five assistant coaches will not.
The San Diego Chargers announced Monday Mike McCoy will be retained as coach, despite a 4-12 record in the just-completed season, while offensive coordinator Frank Reich and five assistant coaches will not.
Tuesday, January 5 2016 9:27 AM EST2016-01-05 14:27:01 GMT
Peyton Manning replaced Brock Osweiler in the third quarter Sunday and led the Broncos a 27-20 win over the San Diego Chargers that clinched the top seed in the AFC playoffs for Denver.
Peyton Manning replaced Brock Osweiler in the third quarter Sunday and led the Broncos a 27-20 win over the San Diego Chargers that clinched the top seed in the AFC playoffs for Denver.
Wednesday, December 30 2015 9:32 AM EST2015-12-30 14:32:38 GMT
San Diego Chargers safety Eric Weddle was fined $10,000 by the team for remaining on the sideline at halftime of a Dec. 20 home game to watch his daughter dance in a program sponsored by the team's cheerleaders, agent David Canter said Monday.
San Diego Chargers safety Eric Weddle was fined $10,000 by the team for remaining on the sideline at halftime of a Dec. 20 home game to watch his daughter dance in a program sponsored by the team's cheerleaders, agent David Canter said Monday.
Friday, December 25 2015 11:37 AM EST2015-12-25 16:37:04 GMT
Sebastian Janikowski kicked a 31-yard field goal in overtime and the Raiders got a defensive stop to seal what might have been the final game ever in Oakland with a 23-20 victory over the San Diego Chargers on Thursday night.
Philip Rivers' last pass fell incomplete near Charles Woodson's feet and the celebration began. Woodson got a Gatorade shower and then led the fans in a chant of "Rai-ders! Rai-ders!"
Wednesday, December 16 2015 9:19 PM EST2015-12-17 02:19:20 GMT
A planned meeting on Thursday between San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer and Houston Texans owner Bob McNair has been canceled, the mayor's office confirmed Wednesday.
A planned meeting on Thursday between San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer and Houston Texans owner Bob McNair has been canceled, the mayor's office confirmed Wednesday.
Wednesday, December 16 2015 1:58 PM EST2015-12-16 18:58:12 GMT
A Los Angeles-area city hoping to move the Chargers from San Diego will likely take another step in the process at a city council meeting Tuesday night.
A Los Angeles-area city hoping to move the Chargers from San Diego will likely take another step in the process at a city council meeting Tuesday night.
Monday, December 7 2015 1:52 PM EST2015-12-07 18:52:53 GMT
Brock Osweiler and the Denver Broncos felt right at home in San Diego from the minute they came out for pregame warmups and saw all the orange-clad fans.
Brock Osweiler and the Denver Broncos felt right at home in San Diego from the minute they came out for pregame warmups and saw all the orange-clad fans.
Wednesday, December 2 2015 7:25 PM EST2015-12-03 00:25:54 GMT
On Wednesday, National Football League owners scheduled a January meeting to formally consider proposals for moving at least one franchise -- possibly the Chargers -- to the Los Angeles area, but it's unclear if they will actually vote at that session.
On Wednesday, National Football League owners scheduled a January meeting to formally consider proposals for moving at least one franchise -- possibly the Chargers -- to the Los Angeles area, but it's unclear if they will actually vote at that session.
Tuesday, November 24 2015 4:18 PM EST2015-11-24 21:18:04 GMT
The goal for Tuesday's Chargers Blood Drive XXXVII at the Town & Country Convention Center is to collect 1,200 pints, along with some DNA for research, according to the San Diego Blood Bank.
The goal for Tuesday's Chargers Blood Drive XXXVII at the Town & Country Convention Center is to collect 1,200 pints, along with some DNA for research, according to the San Diego Blood Bank.
Monday, November 23 2015 10:55 AM EST2015-11-23 15:55:31 GMT
The Kansas City Chiefs are on a roll, with a big defensive tackle going airborne to score a rushing touchdown and Justin Houston once again getting the better of Philip Rivers.
The Kansas City Chiefs are on a roll, with a big defensive tackle going airborne to score a rushing touchdown and Justin Houston once again getting the better of Philip Rivers.
Monday, November 23 2015 12:17 AM EST2015-11-23 05:17:59 GMT
Running back LaDainian Tomlinson was inducted during Sunday's game as the 37th member of the Chargers Hall of Fame, and the fourth ex-player to have his number retired.
Running back LaDainian Tomlinson was inducted during Sunday's game as the 37th member of the Chargers Hall of Fame, and the fourth ex-player to have his number retired.
Sunday, November 22 2015 8:43 PM EST2015-11-23 01:43:13 GMT
In light of the recent terror attacks, the NFL is beefing up security in all of its stadiums. Chargers fans saw an increased police presence at Qualcomm during Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs, with officers placed throughout the stadium and parking lot.
In light of the recent terror attacks, the NFL is beefing up security in all of its stadiums. Chargers fans saw an increased police presence at Qualcomm during Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs, with officers placed throughout the stadium and parking lot.
Thursday, November 12 2015 3:06 PM EST2015-11-12 20:06:53 GMT
A dialogue between representatives of San Diego and a group of National Football League owners Wednesday afternoon in New York was open and provided a chance for the city to demonstrate steps being taken to try to keep the Chargers in town, Mayor Kevin Faulconer said.
A dialogue between representatives of San Diego and a group of National Football League owners Wednesday afternoon in New York was open and provided a chance for the city to demonstrate steps being taken to try to keep the Chargers in town, Mayor Kevin Faulconer said.
Wednesday, November 4 2015 8:06 PM EST2015-11-05 01:06:19 GMT
It's going to take a group effort for the San Diego Chargers to replace Keenan Allen with the wide receiver out for the rest of the season after lacerating a kidney at the end of a spectacular touchdown catch Sunday in a loss at Baltimore.
It's going to take a group effort for the San Diego Chargers to replace Keenan Allen with the wide receiver out for the rest of the season after lacerating a kidney at the end of a spectacular touchdown catch Sunday in a loss at Baltimore.
Tuesday, November 3 2015 7:16 PM EST2015-11-04 00:16:03 GMT
San Diego Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen is done for the season after injuring a kidney while making a spectacular touchdown catch in a loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
San Diego Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen is done for the season after injuring a kidney while making a spectacular touchdown catch in a loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
Tuesday, November 3 2015 4:13 PM EST2015-11-03 21:13:38 GMT
The National Football League announced Tuesday that representatives of San Diego, Oakland and St. Louis will make presentations on their stadium proposals at a meeting of team owners Nov. 11 in New York.
The National Football League announced Tuesday that representatives of San Diego, Oakland and St. Louis will make presentations on their stadium proposals at a meeting of team owners Nov. 11 in New York.
Tuesday, November 3 2015 9:17 AM EST2015-11-03 14:17:31 GMT
The Chargers' November 22nd home game against the Kansas City Chiefs has been re-scheduled. The NFL announced the match-up will now have a 1:05pm start time and will be shown on CBS.
The Chargers' November 22nd home game against the Kansas City Chiefs has been re-scheduled. The NFL announced the match-up will now have a 1:05pm start time and will be shown on CBS.
Wednesday, October 28 2015 1:47 PM EDT2015-10-28 17:47:25 GMT
The City of San Diego has revealed new video of a proposed Mission Valley stadium. The video release comes just days after Chargers special counsel Mark Fabiani announced that the team will apply in January to move to the Los Angeles area.
The City of San Diego has revealed new video of a proposed Mission Valley stadium. The video release comes just days after Chargers special counsel Mark Fabiani announced that the team will apply in January to move to the Los Angeles area.
Tuesday, October 27 2015 12:37 PM EDT2015-10-27 16:37:19 GMT
A spokesman for Mayor Kevin Faulconer said Monday the city was not surprised by news that the Chargers will apply to move to the Los Angeles area, but said the city will continue to work with the NFL to keep the team in San Diego.
A spokesman for Mayor Kevin Faulconer said Monday the city was not surprised by news that the Chargers will apply to move to the Los Angeles area, but said the city will continue to work with the NFL to keep the team in San Diego.
Friday, October 23 2015 12:57 AM EDT2015-10-23 04:57:13 GMT
Mayor Kevin Faulconer said Thursday that Gov. Jerry Brown's decision that a proposed Mission Valley stadium project qualifies for expedited legal reviews is "a big step forward for the plan."
Mayor Kevin Faulconer said Thursday that Gov. Jerry Brown's decision that a proposed Mission Valley stadium project qualifies for expedited legal reviews is "a big step forward for the plan."
Monday, October 19 2015 10:26 AM EDT2015-10-19 14:26:29 GMT
Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers paced nervously on the sideline with a towel draped around his neck before San Diego ran its final play. Chargers counterpart Philip Rivers had been so good all night long. Green Bay's defense needed one last stop on fourth-and-goal at the 3 with 15 seconds left.
Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers paced nervously on the sideline with a towel draped around his neck before San Diego ran its final play. Chargers counterpart Philip Rivers had been so good all night long. Green Bay's defense needed one last stop on fourth-and-goal at the 3 with 15 seconds left.
Tuesday, October 13 2015 4:08 PM EDT2015-10-13 20:08:26 GMT
The San Diego Chargers will don pink equipment, use game balls with pink ribbon decals and pink kicking tees during Monday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Qualcomm Stadium in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The San Diego Chargers will don pink equipment, use game balls with pink ribbon decals and pink kicking tees during Monday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Qualcomm Stadium in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Tuesday, October 13 2015 10:31 AM EDT2015-10-13 14:31:30 GMT
Five seconds left, down by three points and the ball inside the 1. The Pittsburgh Steelers needed a gutsy play against the San Diego Chargers. They got it for a stunning victory.
Five seconds left, down by three points and the ball inside the 1. The Pittsburgh Steelers needed a gutsy play against the San Diego Chargers. They got it for a stunning victory.
Monday, October 5 2015 9:19 AM EDT2015-10-05 13:19:47 GMT
San Diego Chargers rookie Josh Lambo pushed a 39-yard field-goal attempt wide right with 2 seconds left and the Cleveland Browns jumped up and down, thinking they'd forced overtime.
San Diego Chargers rookie Josh Lambo pushed a 39-yard field-goal attempt wide right with 2 seconds left and the Cleveland Browns jumped up and down, thinking they'd forced overtime.
Tuesday, September 29 2015 11:35 AM EDT2015-09-29 15:35:55 GMT
A Los Angeles-area lawyer wants the city of San Diego to completely restart its environmental study of a proposed stadium project in Mission Valley, according to documents.
A Los Angeles-area lawyer wants the city of San Diego to completely restart its environmental study of a proposed stadium project in Mission Valley, according to documents.
Monday, September 28 2015 1:13 PM EDT2015-09-28 17:13:47 GMT
Adrian Peterson wasn't in peak shape two games into this comeback season, so he showed up at Minnesota's practice facility on his day off this week for a series of 100-yard sprints, 18 in all.
Adrian Peterson wasn't in peak shape two games into this comeback season, so he showed up at Minnesota's practice facility on his day off this week for a series of 100-yard sprints, 18 in all.
Wednesday, September 23 2015 5:26 PM EDT2015-09-23 21:26:14 GMT
From a CBS Sports article, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones almost bought the San Diego Chargers back in 1966. EVEN more far-out, Jones reveals in a HBO's Real Sports interview that he was going to do it with the help of Jimmy Hoffa's teamsters.
From a CBS Sports article, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones almost bought the San Diego Chargers back in 1966. EVEN more far-out, Jones reveals in a HBO's Real Sports interview that he was going to do it with the help of Jimmy Hoffa's teamsters.
Monday, September 21 2015 9:28 PM EDT2015-09-22 01:28:09 GMT
Chargers coach Mike McCoy is defending his decision not to use his final two timeouts at the end of the first half of Sunday's loss at Cincinnati and at least get the ball back and take a few shots down the field with Philip Rivers and his talented receivers.
Chargers coach Mike McCoy is defending his decision not to use his final two timeouts at the end of the first half of Sunday's loss at Cincinnati and at least get the ball back and take a few shots down the field with Philip Rivers and his talented receivers.
Monday, September 21 2015 8:12 PM EDT2015-09-22 00:12:50 GMT
The Bengals weren't about to let it happen again. Andy Dalton threw three touchdown passes — each to a different receiver — and Giovani Bernard ran for 123 yards on Sunday, leading Cincinnati to a 24-19 win over the San Diego Chargers that had some subtext.
The Bengals weren't about to let it happen again. Andy Dalton threw three touchdown passes — each to a different receiver — and Giovani Bernard ran for 123 yards on Sunday, leading Cincinnati to a 24-19 win over the San Diego Chargers that had some subtext.
Tuesday, September 15 2015 9:32 PM EDT2015-09-16 01:32:14 GMT
The NFL's point man on Los Angeles said he has decided that officials from San Diego and St. Louis who are trying to keep their NFL teams won't make presentations on their stadium plans at the owners meeting next month.
The NFL's point man on Los Angeles said he has decided that officials from San Diego and St. Louis who are trying to keep their NFL teams won't make presentations on their stadium plans at the owners meeting next month.
Sunday, September 13 2015 7:21 PM EDT2015-09-13 23:21:23 GMT
Philip Rivers rallied San Diego to 30 straight points, including throwing a go-ahead, 13-yard touchdown pass to tight end Ladarius Green early in the fourth quarter, and the Chargers stunned the Detroit Lions 33-28 in what could be their final home opener at Qualcomm Stadium.
Philip Rivers rallied San Diego to 30 straight points, including throwing a go-ahead, 13-yard touchdown pass to tight end Ladarius Green early in the fourth quarter, and the Chargers stunned the Detroit Lions 33-28 in what could be their final home opener at Qualcomm Stadium.
Friday, September 4 2015 1:59 PM EDT2015-09-04 17:59:50 GMT
Colin Kaepernick donned a red cap and sneakers, offered a quick side hug to third-string quarterback Dylan Thompson, then took his spot on the sideline for the San Francisco 49ers' 14-12 win against San Diego on Thursday night.
Colin Kaepernick donned a red cap and sneakers, offered a quick side hug to third-string quarterback Dylan Thompson, then took his spot on the sideline for the San Francisco 49ers' 14-12 win against San Diego on Thursday night.
Sunday, August 23 2015 1:38 AM EDT2015-08-23 05:38:29 GMT
Arizona rookie David Johnson rushed for 66 yards in 13 carries in his NFL debut, San Diego had six first-half sacks, and rookie Josh Lambo kicked a 42-yard field goal as the game ended to give the Chargers a 22-19 preseason victory over the Cardinals on Saturday night.
Arizona rookie David Johnson rushed for 66 yards in 13 carries in his NFL debut, San Diego had six first-half sacks, and rookie Josh Lambo kicked a 42-yard field goal as the game ended to give the Chargers a 22-19 preseason victory over the Cardinals on Saturday night.
Friday, August 14 2015 12:25 AM EDT2015-08-14 04:25:49 GMT
The Chargers began what could be their final preseason Thursday night as they played host to the Dallas Cowboys at Qualcomm Stadium in what coach Mike McCoy called "a great time for us to evaluate our players on our football team."
The Chargers began what could be their final preseason Thursday night as they played host to the Dallas Cowboys at Qualcomm Stadium in what coach Mike McCoy called "a great time for us to evaluate our players on our football team."
Thursday, August 13 2015 10:56 AM EDT2015-08-13 14:56:29 GMT
It’s the billion dollar question: will the Chargers stay in San Diego and build a new stadium by the Q or leave for Los Angeles? There's still no answer from the NFL after a meeting with team owners, but there is plenty of frustration from fans.
It’s the billion dollar question: will the Chargers stay in San Diego and build a new stadium by the Q or leave for Los Angeles? There's still no answer from the NFL after a meeting with team owners, but there is plenty of frustration from fans.
Tuesday, August 11 2015 11:10 AM EDT2015-08-11 15:10:53 GMT
As Mayor Faulconer and his advisory group continue to negotiate with the Chargers on a stadium deal to keep them in San Diego several concept art throughout the process have been unveiled of what the stadium could look like when (or if?) it's ever built.
As Mayor Faulconer and his advisory group continue to negotiate with the Chargers on a stadium deal to keep them in San Diego several concept art throughout the process have been unveiled of what the stadium could look like when (or if?) it's ever built.
Tuesday, August 11 2015 10:17 AM EDT2015-08-11 14:17:41 GMT
The city and county of San Diego's stadium negotiators are scheduled to meet with a group of National Football League owners Monday to make the pitch for a proposed stadium to keep the Chargers in town.
The city and county of San Diego would pay $350 million combined under a financing proposal unveiled Monday for a new football stadium in Mission Valley, or about one-third of the total construction cost.
Sunday, August 9 2015 2:26 PM EDT2015-08-09 18:26:40 GMT
The rules prevented Sydney Seau from honoring her Hall of Fame father Junior with an induction speech from the stage alongside the rest of the Class of 2015 on Saturday night.
The rules prevented Sydney Seau from honoring her Hall of Fame father Junior with an induction speech from the stage alongside the rest of the Class of 2015 on Saturday night.
Thursday, August 6 2015 4:04 PM EDT2015-08-06 20:04:07 GMT
Junior Seau was many things to many people. He was one of the most ferocious linebackers of all time, the fist-pumping, emotional leader of his hometown San Diego Chargers for 13 seasons. He was a beach rat, living the Southern California lifestyle to the fullest. He always had a big smile and called everybody "Buddy."
Junior Seau was many things to many people. He was one of the most ferocious linebackers of all time, the fist-pumping, emotional leader of his hometown San Diego Chargers for 13 seasons. He was a beach rat, living the Southern California lifestyle to the fullest. He always had a big smile and called everybody "Buddy."
Friday, July 31 2015 10:12 AM EDT2015-07-31 14:12:26 GMT
The Chargers Thursday opened what could be their last training camp as San Diego's NFL team at Chargers Park with the first of 10 practices open to the public.
The Chargers Thursday opened what could be their last training camp as San Diego's NFL team at Chargers Park with the first of 10 practices open to the public.
Wednesday, July 29 2015 9:25 AM EDT2015-07-29 13:25:58 GMT
City and county of San Diego officials met for three hours Tuesday with National Football League executives about a proposed stadium in Mission Valley to prepare for a presentation to franchise owners in less than two weeks.
City and county of San Diego officials met for three hours Tuesday with National Football League executives about a proposed stadium in Mission Valley to prepare for a presentation to franchise owners in less than two weeks.
Wednesday, July 22 2015 9:35 AM EDT2015-07-22 13:35:32 GMT
A Los Angeles-area law firm is challenging an early step taken by the city to develop an environmental impact report for a proposed NFL stadium in Mission Valley.
A Los Angeles-area law firm is challenging an early step taken by the city to develop an environmental impact report for a proposed NFL stadium in Mission Valley.
Friday, July 3 2015 9:25 AM EDT2015-07-03 13:25:51 GMT
San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates was suspended without pay Thursday for the first four games of the 2015 season for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances.
San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates was suspended without pay Thursday for the first four games of the 2015 season for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances.
Tuesday, June 23 2015 8:33 PM EDT2015-06-24 00:33:19 GMT
San Diego city representatives are scheduled to meet with senior National Football League officials in New York City Tuesday to discuss an effort by the city and county to build a new stadium for the Chargers in the San Diego area.
San Diego city representatives are scheduled to meet with senior National Football League officials in New York City Tuesday to discuss an effort by the city and county to build a new stadium for the Chargers in the San Diego area.
Saturday, June 20 2015 2:44 PM EDT2015-06-20 18:44:38 GMT
The best chance for San Diego to reach an agreement with the Chargers to keep the National Football League franchise in town will be for NFL owners to postpone a vote on whether to move a team to Los Angeles, Chargers special counsel Mark Fabiani said Thursday.
The best chance for San Diego to reach an agreement with the Chargers to keep the National Football League franchise in town will be for NFL owners to postpone a vote on whether to move a team to Los Angeles, Chargers special counsel Mark Fabiani said Thursday.
Thursday, June 18 2015 2:16 AM EDT2015-06-18 06:16:53 GMT
Officials with the city and county of San Diego, along with their negotiating team, will present their proposals for a new stadium directly to the National Football League in the coming weeks, Mayor Kevin Faulconer said Wednesday.
Officials with the city and county of San Diego, along with their negotiating team, will present their proposals for a new stadium directly to the National Football League in the coming weeks, Mayor Kevin Faulconer said Wednesday.
Monday, June 8 2015 5:56 PM EDT2015-06-08 21:56:17 GMT
Representatives from the City of San Diego and San Diego County met again Monday to discuss a proposed stadium site in Mission Valley next to Qualcomm Stadium.
Representatives from the City of San Diego and San Diego County met again Monday to discuss a proposed stadium site in Mission Valley next to Qualcomm Stadium.
Thursday, June 4 2015 6:58 PM EDT2015-06-04 22:58:49 GMT
A Wall Street Journal sports columnist put NFL fans' smack talk to the test. Geoff Foster from the sports column, "The Count", used an online automated proofreader called Grammarly to analyze 150 fan comments on each of the NFL's official team websites.
A Wall Street Journal sports columnist put NFL fans' smack talk to the test. Geoff Foster from the sports column, "The Count", used an online automated proofreader called Grammarly to analyze 150 fan comments on each of the NFL's official team websites.
Wednesday, May 27 2015 3:49 PM EDT2015-05-27 19:49:59 GMT
Mayor Kevin Faulconer and Chargers Chairman Dean Spanos will begin negotiations next week in hopes of coming up with a plan to build a new football stadium in San Diego, it was announced Wednesday.
Mayor Kevin Faulconer and Chargers Chairman Dean Spanos will begin negotiations next week in hopes of coming up with a plan to build a new football stadium in San Diego, it was announced Wednesday.
Wednesday, May 27 2015 11:54 AM EDT2015-05-27 15:54:13 GMT
It's back to work for the Chargers as the team held its first voluntary training session Tuesday.But a familiar face was absent from the workouts and when an all-pro player isn't at practice, it's hard to miss.
It's back to work for the Chargers as the team held its first voluntary training session Tuesday.But a familiar face was absent from the workouts and when an all-pro player isn't at practice, it's hard to miss.
Tuesday, May 19 2015 8:17 PM EDT2015-05-20 00:17:16 GMT
A complex land deal finalized Tuesday marks another step toward development of a shared stadium near Los Angeles for the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders, officials said.
A complex land deal finalized Tuesday marks another step toward development of a shared stadium near Los Angeles for the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders, officials said.
Tuesday, May 19 2015 9:32 AM EDT2015-05-19 13:32:35 GMT
Mayor Faulconer and the Citizens Stadium Advisory Group are scheduled to release a new proposal for the new San Diego Chargers stadium Monday afternoon.
A new football stadium for San Diego could be financed with a mix of contributions from the city and county of San Diego, the Chargers and the NFL, plus bond and land sales, according to a recommendation from the Citizens Stadium Advisory Group Monday afternoon.
Tuesday, May 12 2015 9:21 AM EDT2015-05-12 13:21:48 GMT
The San Diego Chargers were paid nearly $3.3 million by the city to play at Qualcomm Stadium from 2006 through 2013, thanks to rent credits and reimbursements from a settlement that made the stadium compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The San Diego Chargers were paid nearly $3.3 million by the city to play at Qualcomm Stadium from 2006 through 2013, thanks to rent credits and reimbursements from a settlement that made the stadium compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Sunday, May 10 2015 6:42 PM EDT2015-05-10 22:42:32 GMT
On Friday it became known that Mayor Kevin Faulconer, Supervisor Ron Roberts and Chargers owner Dean Spanos met in a secret meeting on Thursday regarding a new Chargers Stadium.
On Friday it became known that Mayor Kevin Faulconer, Supervisor Ron Roberts and Chargers owner Dean Spanos met in a secret meeting on Thursday regarding a new Chargers Stadium.
Sunday, May 3 2015 1:55 PM EDT2015-05-03 17:55:27 GMT
After spending big to get running back Melvin Gordon of Wisconsin, the San Diego Chargers will have only four more picks during the last two days of the NFL draft.
After spending big to get running back Melvin Gordon of Wisconsin, the San Diego Chargers will have only four more picks during the last two days of the NFL draft.
Friday, May 1 2015 5:46 PM EDT2015-05-01 21:46:26 GMT
General manager Tom Telesco wasn't concerned about the price it cost for the San Diego Chargers to move up two spots in the NFL draft Thursday night to take Wisconsin running back Melvin Gordon.
General manager Tom Telesco wasn't concerned about the price it cost for the San Diego Chargers to move up two spots in the NFL draft Thursday night to take Wisconsin running back Melvin Gordon.
Tuesday, April 28 2015 11:26 PM EDT2015-04-29 03:26:04 GMT
There are plans for two NFL stadiums in Los Angeles, but on Tuesday, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said, only one stadium plan could become a reality.
There are plans for two NFL stadiums in Los Angeles, but on Tuesday, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said, only one stadium plan could become a reality.
Friday, April 24 2015 1:36 PM EDT2015-04-24 17:36:17 GMT
New designs for a proposed NFL stadium in the Los Angeles area include simulated lightning bolts for the San Diego Chargers and a flame honoring late Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis.
New designs for a proposed NFL stadium in the Los Angeles area include simulated lightning bolts for the San Diego Chargers and a flame honoring late Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis.
Wednesday, April 22 2015 3:09 PM EDT2015-04-22 19:09:06 GMT
San Diego Chargers General Manager Tom Telesco addressed the draft and rumors of a possible trade with quarterback Philip Rivers in a Wednesday morning news conference at Chargers Park.
San Diego Chargers General Manager Tom Telesco addressed the draft and rumors of a possible trade with quarterback Philip Rivers in a Wednesday morning news conference at Chargers Park.
Wednesday, April 22 2015 9:55 AM EDT2015-04-22 13:55:25 GMT
A local City Council has cleared the path for a proposed stadium near Los Angeles that could become home to the NFL's San Diego Chargers and the Oakland Raiders.
A local City Council has cleared the path for a proposed stadium near Los Angeles that could become home to the NFL's San Diego Chargers and the Oakland Raiders.
Wednesday, April 22 2015 9:33 AM EDT2015-04-22 13:33:30 GMT
The Chargers will play three home football games in prime time this year, a season that could turn out to be the team's last in San Diego, according to a schedule released Wednesday.
The Chargers will play three home football games in prime time this year, a season that could turn out to be the team's last in San Diego, according to a schedule released Wednesday.
Tuesday, April 21 2015 4:39 PM EDT2015-04-21 20:39:13 GMT
A financial analysis projects that a proposed $1.7 billion NFL stadium near Los Angeles would need two teams to call it home to be a steady money-maker for the city where it would be constructed.
A financial analysis projects that a proposed $1.7 billion NFL stadium near Los Angeles would need two teams to call it home to be a steady money-maker for the city where it would be constructed.
Thursday, April 16 2015 8:26 AM EDT2015-04-16 12:26:52 GMT
An initiative aimed at building a football stadium in Carson, possibly to house the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders, has qualified for the city ballot, according to backers of the proposal.
An initiative aimed at building a football stadium in Carson, possibly to house the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders, has qualified for the city ballot, according to backers of the proposal.
Tuesday, April 14 2015 8:23 PM EDT2015-04-15 00:23:44 GMT
Members of the advisory group working on a financing plan for a new football stadium in San Diego are scheduled to meet Tuesday with a National Football League executive in charge of facilities.
Members of the advisory group working on a financing plan for a new football stadium in San Diego are scheduled to meet Tuesday with a National Football League executive in charge of facilities.
Tuesday, April 7 2015 11:00 PM EDT2015-04-08 03:00:26 GMT
An agreement between the city and county of San Diego to split the cost of retaining lawyers and other consultants necessary for a stadium project was approved unanimously on Tuesday by the Board of Supervisors and the City Council.
An agreement between the city and county of San Diego to split the cost of retaining lawyers and other consultants necessary for a stadium project was approved unanimously on Tuesday by the Board of Supervisors and the City Council.
Wednesday, April 1 2015 8:32 PM EDT2015-04-02 00:32:23 GMT
Any plan to build a football stadium in San Diego should include an ironclad guarantee that the Chargers will remain in town for the amount of time it will take to pay off construction bonds, Councilman Scott Sherman said Wednesday.
Any plan to build a football stadium in San Diego should include an ironclad guarantee that the Chargers will remain in town for the amount of time it will take to pay off construction bonds, Councilman Scott Sherman said Wednesday.
Friday, March 27 2015 1:16 PM EDT2015-03-27 17:16:14 GMT
San Diego city and county officials Thursday unveiled a proposal for each to contribute up to $250,000 to retain consultants, attorneys and other experts to prepare for upcoming negotiations with the Chargers over a new stadium.
San Diego city and county officials Thursday unveiled a proposal for each to contribute up to $250,000 to retain consultants, attorneys and other experts to prepare for upcoming negotiations with the Chargers over a new stadium.
Saturday, March 21 2015 9:40 PM EDT2015-03-22 01:40:33 GMT
A financing plan to build a football stadium in San Diego that likely will cost about $1 billion will rely on a mix of revenue streams, the chairman of an advisory group tasked with implementing how to pay for the project said Thursday.
A financing plan to build a football stadium in San Diego that likely will cost about $1 billion will rely on a mix of revenue streams, the chairman of an advisory group tasked with implementing how to pay for the project said Thursday.
Tuesday, March 17 2015 4:22 PM EDT2015-03-17 20:22:03 GMT
The San Diego Chargers have agreed to terms of a three-year contract with free agent wide receiver Stevie Johnson, who's looking to bounce back after two down years.
The San Diego Chargers have agreed to terms of a three-year contract with free agent wide receiver Stevie Johnson, who's looking to bounce back after two down years.
Friday, March 13 2015 9:57 PM EDT2015-03-14 01:57:33 GMT
San Diego's football stadium advisory group has formally announced that it has chosen Mission Valley as the site for the proposed $1.049 billion stadium. A financing plan is expected to be presented to Mayor Kevin Faulconer in May.
San Diego's football stadium advisory group has formally announced that it has chosen Mission Valley as the site for the proposed $1.049 billion stadium. A financing plan is expected to be presented to Mayor Kevin Faulconer in May.
Thursday, March 12 2015 9:50 AM EDT2015-03-12 13:50:16 GMT
The stadium task force will formally announce Thursday that it has selected Mission Valley as the home of a new $1 billion stadium. Also Thursday, organizers of a proposed Chargers-Raiders stadium in Carson will kick off a petition drive.
The stadium task force will formally announce Thursday that it has selected Mission Valley as the home of a new $1 billion stadium. Also Thursday, organizers of a proposed Chargers-Raiders stadium in Carson will kick off a petition drive.
Wednesday, March 11 2015 6:16 PM EDT2015-03-11 22:16:08 GMT
The San Diego Chargers have agreed to terms of a five-year contract with guard Orlando Franklin, an unrestricted free agent from AFC West rival Denver.
The San Diego Chargers have agreed to terms of a five-year contract with guard Orlando Franklin, an unrestricted free agent from AFC West rival Denver.
Wednesday, March 11 2015 1:45 PM EDT2015-03-11 17:45:03 GMT
Organizers behind a proposed NFL stadium that could become home for the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders will kick off a petition drive Thursday to bring the plan before voters.
Organizers behind a proposed NFL stadium that could become home for the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders will kick off a petition drive Thursday to bring the plan before voters.
Saturday, March 7 2015 2:13 PM EST2015-03-07 19:13:50 GMT
The San Diego Chargers on Friday signed Jacoby Jones, the wide receiver and kicker returner who was a major contributor to the Ravens' last Super Bowl championship but who was cut by Baltimore last week.
The San Diego Chargers on Friday signed Jacoby Jones, the wide receiver and kicker returner who was a major contributor to the Ravens' last Super Bowl championship but who was cut by Baltimore last week.
Tuesday, March 3 2015 12:00 PM EST2015-03-03 17:00:10 GMT
Hundreds of Chargers fans gathered at Qualcomm Stadium Monday night to let an advisory group formed to find a location for a new stadium and come up with a plan to finance it know how they think its members should proceed.
Hundreds of Chargers fans gathered at Qualcomm Stadium Monday night to let an advisory group formed to find a location for a new stadium and come up with a plan to finance it know how they think its members should proceed.
Monday, February 23 2015 11:12 PM EST2015-02-24 04:12:48 GMT
While Mayor Kevin Faulconer has vowed to speed up negotiations in hopes of keeping the Chargers in San Diego, we can't help but wonder: what would happen if they left, specifically to city-owned Qualcomm Stadium?
While Mayor Kevin Faulconer has vowed to speed up negotiations in hopes of keeping the Chargers in San Diego, we can't help but wonder: what would happen if they left, specifically to city-owned Qualcomm Stadium?
Monday, February 23 2015 1:52 PM EST2015-02-23 18:52:04 GMT
San Diego's mayor fast-tracked the deadline for a local committee to come up with viable plans for a new NFL stadium Sunday afternoon, lest the San Diego Chargers move-in with the Oakland Raiders in a new stadium in Carson.
San Diego's mayor fast-tracked the deadline for a local committee to come up with viable plans for a new NFL stadium Sunday afternoon, lest the San Diego Chargers move-in with the Oakland Raiders in a new stadium in Carson.
Saturday, February 21 2015 1:55 PM EST2015-02-21 18:55:28 GMT
Los Angeles is the hottest market for new stadiums in the country — and the NFL teams that could come with them — but the possibility that three teams will kick off one Sunday in the region is a football fantasy, experts say.
Los Angeles is the hottest market for new stadiums in the country — and the NFL teams that could come with them — but the possibility that three teams will kick off one Sunday in the region is a football fantasy, experts say.
Saturday, February 21 2015 1:49 PM EST2015-02-21 18:49:30 GMT
San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer blasted the Chargers Friday for not being upfront regarding recent moves that left them on the verge of partnering with the Oakland Raiders to build a football stadium in the Los Angeles suburb of Carson.
San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer blasted the Chargers Friday for not being upfront regarding recent moves that left them on the verge of partnering with the Oakland Raiders to build a football stadium in the Los Angeles suburb of Carson.
Saturday, February 21 2015 1:49 PM EST2015-02-21 18:49:26 GMT
Word about the Chargers possibly relocating to Carson is traveling fast. The news came as a shock to many Chargers fans, the mayor and the stadium task force.
Word about the Chargers possibly relocating to Carson is traveling fast. The news came as a shock to many Chargers fans, the mayor and the stadium task force.
Thursday, February 19 2015 7:13 PM EST2015-02-20 00:13:31 GMT
Mayor Kevin Faulconer said Thursday that he will meet next week with Chargers President Dean Spanos to make sure the various sides are working together to develop a new football stadium in San Diego.
Mayor Kevin Faulconer said Thursday that he will meet next week with Chargers President Dean Spanos to make sure the various sides are working together to develop a new football stadium in San Diego.
Tuesday, February 17 2015 11:23 PM EST2015-02-18 04:23:52 GMT
The mayor of San Diego and his political consultant Tuesday blasted the Chargers' point-man in the team's stadium search, accusing him of "continuing to undermine" the work of a task force formed to find a site and financing plan for a new football facility.
The mayor of San Diego and his political consultant Tuesday blasted the Chargers' point-man in the team's stadium search, accusing him of "continuing to undermine" the work of a task force formed to find a site and financing plan for a new football facility.
Thursday, February 12 2015 7:30 PM EST2015-02-13 00:30:41 GMT
A task force that will make recommendations for siting and financing a new football stadium in San Diego plans to meet with the Chargers Monday, the group's chairman said Thursday.
A task force that will make recommendations for siting and financing a new football stadium in San Diego plans to meet with the Chargers Monday, the group's chairman said Thursday.
Wednesday, February 11 2015 8:22 PM EST2015-02-12 01:22:00 GMT
A man found dead in a parked car in Northern California has been identified as former San Diego Chargers quarterback Jesse Freitas, authorities said Wednesday.
A man found dead in a parked car in Northern California has been identified as former San Diego Chargers quarterback Jesse Freitas, authorities said Wednesday.
Tuesday, February 3 2015 9:56 PM EST2015-02-04 02:56:24 GMT
In announcing his retirement after 11 seasons of anchoring the San Diego Chargers' offensive line, Nick Hardwick held it together better than the quarterback and coach he's leaving behind.
In announcing his retirement after 11 seasons of anchoring the San Diego Chargers' offensive line, Nick Hardwick held it together better than the quarterback and coach he's leaving behind.
Tuesday, February 3 2015 12:30 AM EST2015-02-03 05:30:16 GMT
Two members of the City Council called Monday for more transparency by a task force designed to develop plans for a new Chargers stadium in San Diego, but the City Attorney's Office said the group doesn't need to meet in public.
Two members of the City Council called Monday for more transparency by a task force designed to develop plans for a new Chargers stadium in San Diego, but the City Attorney's Office said the group doesn't need to meet in public.
Sunday, February 1 2015 2:10 PM EST2015-02-01 19:10:05 GMT
A nine-member task force tasked with finding a location to build a new stadium for the Chargers, and coming up with a plan to pay for its construction, was publicly introduced Friday by San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer.
A nine-member task force tasked with finding a location to build a new stadium for the Chargers, and coming up with a plan to pay for its construction, was publicly introduced Friday by San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer.
CBS 8 invite you to play along with other San Diego football fans each week and pick the winners! See how you do against CBS News 8's Sports Director, Kyle Kraska and win weekly prizes!
CBS 8 invite you to play along with other San Diego football fans each week and pick the winners! See how you do against CBS News 8's Sports Director, Kyle Kraska and win weekly prizes!
