Joseph, Chargers looking ahead to challenges against Broncos
Linval Joseph and the Los Angeles Chargers have tried to put last week’s 41-29 loss at Houston behind them as quickly as possibleDECEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
DERWIN JAMES JR. #3 - SAFETY - LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
59 TCKL •
0 INT •
1.5 SCK
59 TCKL
0 INT
1.5 SCK
Possibly available Week 17 Coach Brandon Staley said Wednesday he's "hopeful" James (hamstring) can play against Denver on Sunday, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Impact James was active for Sunday's contest against the Texans, but as expected, he didn't see the field after not going through pregame warmups. James has now missed two of the last three games due to the injury and only played 26 defensive snaps during the only contest he did play in during that stretch. His practice status throughout the week will probably provide a better indication as to whether or not the star safety will play in Week 17.
DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Chargers' defensive flaws on display with short-handed unit
Joey Bosa and Derwin James can do plenty of things to mask a subpar season for the Los Angeles Chargers defenseDECEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Unlikely to play in Week 16 James (hamstring) is active for Sunday's contest against the Texans, but he wasn't participating during pregame warmups, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Impact James' non-participation during warmups suggests that the Chargers would prefer not to play him, but they are keeping him active because they have so many players sidelined due to COVID-19 protocols. If James is indeed only an emergency option, then Alohi Gilman and Ben DeLuca would likely both be candidates for increased snaps.
DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Will play Sunday James (hamstring) is active for Sunday against the Texans, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Impact James was considered a game-time decision Sunday, but he and the team feel he is capable of suiting up after testing his hamstring during his pregame workout. James missed the Chargers' week 14 contest against the Giants with the injury, then aggravated it in Week 15 against the Chiefs. His return will certainly be a boost to the Chargers' secondary when they matchup with the Texans on Sunday.
DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Treated as game-time call James (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Texans, is being viewed as a game-time decision, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact Rapoport relays that James has made good progress after aggravating the hamstring injury in the Chargers' Week 15 loss to the Chiefs, but the team won't have a good feel for the safety's availability until evaluating him in a pregame workout. The fourth-year player has suited up in 13 of the Chargers' 14 games to date, logging 103 tackles (67 solo), five pass breakups, three forced fumbles, two sacks and two interceptions.
DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Sunday James (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans.
Impact James avoided aggravating his hamstring injury last week against the Chiefs and may be able to play Sunday versus the Texans. The 25-year-old could end up a game-time decision given he sat out practice Wednesday and Thursday.
DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Broncos safety Justin Simmons snubbed again for AFC Pro Bowl
The Denver Broncos feel strongly about safety Justin Simmons getting snubbed for the Pro BowlDECEMBER 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chargers, Staley will remain aggressive despite close loss
Brandon Staley has preached two things since being hired as Los Angeles Chargers head coach in January — consistency in his message and playing aggressivelyDECEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Hamstring hasn't worsened Coach Brandon Staley said "there was no damage" done to James' hamstring in Thursday's loss to the Chiefs, and he's optimistic the 10 days until Los Angeles' next game will give Ja...
Impact James came into the game battling a hamstring injury, and while it eventually forced him off the field against the Chiefs, he apparently hasn't suffered any setbacks. The star safety seems unlikely to sit out any games due to the injury considering he tried to play through it Thursday, but it remains to be seen whether it will be completely healed by the time the Chargers head to Houston in Week 16.
DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kelce's OT touchdown gives Chiefs 34-28 win over Chargers
Travis Kelce scored on a 34-yard pass from Patrick Mahomes in overtime and the Kansas City Chiefs rallied for a 34-28 victory over the Los Angeles ChargersDECEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bothered by hamstring James (hamstring) is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Chiefs.
Impact James missed the Chargers' Week 14 matchup against the Giants with a hamstring issue but was able to return for Thursday's game after logging a limited practice during the week. However, he has missed entire drives during the game, according to Daniel Popper of The Athletic, and clearly isn't playing at 100 percent. Prior to the injury, James recorded three tackles.
DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Chargers will have James, Ekeler, available vs. Chiefs
The Los Angeles Chargers will have safety Derwin James and running back Austin Ekeler in the lineup for Thursday night’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs after both were listed...DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Good to go Thursday James (hamstring) is active for Thursday's game against the Chiefs, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.
Impact James was considered questionable for Thursday's contest and will take the field after sitting out one game due to the hamstring issue. It's a big boost for the Chargers secondary while going up against Patrick Mahomes.
DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Listed as questionable James (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's game against Kansas City.
Impact Although James was held out of practice Monday, he returned to the field in a limited capacity Tuesday. He'll have a chance to suit up Thursday following his one-game absence due to a hamstring injury, while Alohi Gilman (quadriceps) and Trey Marshall (ankle) could see additional playing time if James remains out.
DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Limited Tuesday James (hamstring) was limited at Tuesday's walkthrough practice.
Impact James is coming off a one-game absence in which he was a late add to the injury report. He was a non-participant at Monday's walk-through, so he does appear to be trending in the right direction. Trey Marshall would likely draw another start if James is ultimately unable to return.
DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Chargers starting to display depth at crucial time in season
Besides remaining in prime position for an AFC playoff spot and winning consecutive games for the first time in two months, the Los Angeles Chargers showed during Sunday’s 37-21 vi...DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Not available Sunday James (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's contest against the Giants.
Impact James was added to the injury report Friday with a hamstring issue, and as is normally the case with late additions, he won't be available in Week 14. Trey Marshall is expected to draw his first start of the season, as backup strong safety Alohi Gilman (quadriceps) is also inactive.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Listed as questionable James (hamstring) was added to the injury report and is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Giants.
Impact James, who was forced to miss all of last season due to a torn meniscus, has played in all 12 games and is the Chargers' team leader in tackles with 100 this season. James' potential absence this week would be significant given the impact he provides as the central figure in head coach Brandon Staley's defense. Trey Marshall would likely fill in at strong safety if James is unavailable for Sunday's game against a Giants offense led by veteran backup quarterback Mike Glennon.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Derwin James questionable for Chargers vs. Giants because of hamstring issue Chargers safety Derwin James is questionable to play Sunday against the New York Giants because of a hamstring injury.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Chargers safety James questionable due to hamstring injury
Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James is questionable for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants after being placed on the injury list Saturday due to a hamstring issueDECEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chargers focus on stringing wins together, not Giants' QB
Preparing for either Mike Glennon or Jake Fromm to start at quarterback for the New York Giants isn’t the biggest concern for the Los Angeles Chargers going into Sunday’s gameDECEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chargers look to continue playoff push hosting lowly Giants
The Los Angeles Chargers will try to strengthen their hold on a first playoff berth since 2018 when they host the struggling New York GiantsDECEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mahomes among 5 champions recognized for sportsmanship
Super Bowl champions Patrick Mahomes, Ben Roethlisberger, Lavonte David, Jason McCourty and Matthew Slater are among the players nominated for the NFL’s sportsmanship awardDECEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Racks up seven tackles James posted seven tackles (three solo) and half a sack in Sunday's 41-22 win over the Bengals.
Impact James has been a consistent force for the Chargers' defense this year, as he's recorded at least five tackles in each of the first 12 games of the season. The 2018 first-rounder now has 100 tackles (65 solo), two sacks, two interceptions, five pass defenses and three forced fumbles in 2021.
DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
