Staley's journey: Chargers coach's cancer battle defined him
Chargers coach Brandon Staley will get national attention Monday night when Los Angeles hosts the unbeaten Las Vegas RaidersOCTOBER 3, 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
Chargers' Allen will see familiar foes on Raiders' defense
Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen isn’t going to be surprised with any of the defensive schemes the Las Vegas Raiders run on Monday nightOCTOBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jones, Harris Jr. could return to Chargers' lineup this week
Los Angeles Chargers coach Brandon Staley is optimistic that defensive lineman Justin Jones and cornerback Chris Harris Jr. can return to the lineup for Monday night’s game against...OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
NFL Today-Week 3
NFL Today-Week 3SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chargers rally to beat turnover-prone Chiefs 30-24 in KC
Justin Herbert’s touchdown toss to Mike Williams with 32 seconds to go lifted the Los Angeles Chargers to a 30-24 victory over the ChiefsSEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chargers, Chiefs trying to stay out of AFC West cellar
After the Chargers lost a heartbreaker to the Cowboys last weekend, and the Chiefs fumbled away a win in Baltimore on Sunday night, the longtime rivals find themselves in the most...SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Herbert, Chargers continue to have struggles in red zone
Justin Herbert has mostly picked up from where he left off last season when he was the AP Offensive Rookie of the YearSEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
All over field in loss James compiled seven tackles (five solo), a tackle for a loss and a half sack in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Cowboys.
Impact Through two games, James has compiled 15 tackles and a half sack as the "joker" role in Brandon Staley's defense. The talented safety has more importantly stayed healthy after missing the past 27 games due to foot and knee injuries. He should be a relevant IDP option most weeks given his run-stuffing capabilities.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
The Latest: Cowboys-Chargers make NFL 14-11 halftime history
The NFL has the first 14-11 halftime score in its 102 seasonsSEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Returns to full participation James (toe) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
Impact James was simply getting a maintenance day Wednesday after playing every single defensive snap in the Chargers' Week 1 win over Washington. The star safety should be all systems go in Week 2 against Dallas, where he'll have to be on his game to slow down Dak Prescott and the high-powered Cowboys passing attack.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. is able to return to practice Thursday An injured toe kept Chargers' safety Derwin James Jr. from participating in practice Wednesday, but he returned to practice Thursday.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Sidelined by toe issue James did not practice Wednesday due to a toe injury, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
Impact James wasn't slowed by the injury in Week 1, when he logged seven tackles and broke up a pass. Though electrifying when on the field, James has dealt with injuries across each of the last two seasons. Given his history of being sidelined, it will be worth monitoring James' practice activity leading up a Week 2 matchup against Dallas on Sunday.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Chargers' WR Williams looking to continue momentum Sunday
Mike Williams has been mainly used as the Los Angeles Chargers' deep threat the past two seasons, but after last week’s opener, the fifth-year wide receiver might be used on a vari...SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. misses practice because of injured toe Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. misses practice Wednesday because of an injured toe.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • LATIMES.COM
Looks good as ever James posted seven tackles (six solo) and a pass breakup in Sunday's 20-16 win over Washington.
Impact Injuries derailed James' last two seasons, but he's back at full strength. The 2018 first-round pick was active in coverage and flashed his run-stuffing ability in the opener. Now that he's past his injuries, James is a high-end IDP option.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Browns-Chiefs a juicy headliner for Week 1 of NFL schedule
The Chiefs have been hanging with the NFL elite almost since Andy Reid arrived as coach in 2013SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chiefs rebuild O-line to protect Mahomes, fend off rivals
AFC champions don't usually undergo offseason overhaulsAUGUST 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chargers' James happy to go against another opponent
For the first time in nearly 19 months, Chargers safety Derwin James got in productive work against another team as Los Angeles faced the San Francisco 49ers in the first of two da...AUGUST 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Herbert, James excel in Chargers' scrimmage in front of fans
Los Angeles Chargers fans got to see a little bit of everything during their first opportunity to view a practice at SoFi StadiumAUGUST 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chargers' Chris Harris learning to play safety in new scheme
Los Angeles Chargers defensive back Chris Harris Jr. has spent time at safety during the first three training camp practicesJULY 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fully healthy James (knee) was a full participant in OTAs this past week, Nick Shook of NFL.com reports.
Impact James missed the entire 2020 season after tearing his meniscus during training camp, the second consecutive time his season was cut short due to a knee injury. The 24-year-old will look to put that history behind him as James rejoins a Chargers defense that was near the bottom in terms of turnovers forced last season.
MAY 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
James cleared to return as Chargers begin on-field workouts
Derwin James won’t have to wait until the start of training camp to begin practicing for the Los Angeles ChargersMAY 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chargers take CB Asante Samuel Jr. in second round
The Los Angeles Chargers started day two of the NFL draft by addressing their needs in the secondary, selecting cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. with the 47th overall pickMAY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chargers pick up 5th-year option on safety Derwin James
The Los Angeles Chargers have exercised the fifth-year option on safety Derwin JamesAPRIL 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fifth-year option exercised James (knee) has had his fifth-year option exercised by the Chargers, Albert Breer of TheMMQB.com reports.
Impact James is coming off back-to-back season-ending knee injuries, but he'll now at least have the benefit of being fully healthy for the eventual start of offseason workouts, and knowing that he'll remain with the Chargers through 2022. As one of the best safeties in the league when healthy, James stands to be a high-end IDP asset for the 2021 campaign as long as he can stay on the field.
APRIL 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
