DERWIN JAMES JR. NEWS

Chargers review: Derwin James Jr. could be practicing again this week The Chargers (8-6) have three games remaining and they can use all the help James can provide them down the stretch.

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • DAILYNEWS.COM

May return to practice soon Coach Brandon Staley said Monday that James (quadriceps) could return to practice this week ahead of Monday's game at Indianapolis, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact After missing the Chargers' last two games with a quadriceps injury he sustained in Week 13 at Las Vegas, it seems James might have a chance to come back for Week 16. He's arguably the team's best defensive player, so they'd like to have him back as quickly as possible as they jockey for a playoff spot.

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logging another DNP James (quadriceps) is inactive for Sunday's game versus the Titans.

Impact James has yet to practice since injuring his quad during a Week 13 loss to the Raiders and now is missing his second consecutive contest as a result. Expect Alohi Gilman to continue filling in for James at strong safety alongside Nasir Adderley. James' next chance to play will come Monday, Dec. 26 at Indianapolis.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Sunday James (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's matchup against the Titans.

Impact For a second straight week, James didn't participate in practice and is listed as doubtful. He didn't play in the Chargers' Week 14 win over Miami and figures to remain out for Week 15. In James' expected absence, Alohi Gilman will presumably draw another start alongside Nasir Adderley.

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses another practice James (quadriceps) isn't on the field for the open portion of Thursday's practice, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

Impact James looks set to go down as a non-participant in practice for the second day in a row, a development that doesn't bode well for his chances of returning from a one-game absence this Sunday against the Titans. If James is ruled out or listed as doubtful for the Week 15 contest following Friday's practice, Alohi Gilman would likely be on tap for another start at safety alongside Nasir Adderley.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Former Seminole revealed as top Pro Bowl vote-getter for NFC strong safeties Derwin James Jr. is putting together another standout campaign.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Not practicing Wednesday James (quadriceps) didn't practice Wednesday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact James missed the Chargers' Week 14 win over the Dolphins with the injury, and now his availability for Sunday's game against the Titans appears to be in jeopardy as well. If the star safety is forced to sit out Sunday, Alohi Gilman would likely draw another start next to Nasir Adderley.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 13, 2022 • CHARGERS.COM

Officially inactive Sunday James (quadriceps) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Impact James didn't practice this week and was considered doubtful for Sunday's matchup, so it isn't very surprising to see him ruled out against Miami. JT Woods and Alohi Gilman are candidates to see increased playing time Sunday night.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers sign Hall from practice squad, place Rodgers on IR

Cornerback Kemon Hall was signed to the Los Angeles Chargers' active roster on Saturday after tight end Richard Rodgers was placed on injured reserve

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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DECEMBER 9, 2022 • CHARGERS.COM

Unlikely to play Sunday James (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins.

Impact James didn't practice at all Wednesday through Friday due to the quad injury he presumably picked up in the Chargers' Week 13 loss to the Raiders. If the star safety is indeed ruled out, JT Woods and Alohi Gilman would be candidates for increased roles in the secondary as the Chargers look to slow Miami's high-powered passing attack.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Thursday James (quadriceps) did not participate during the Chargers' practice Thursday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact James also missed practice Wednesday due to a quadriceps injury, though it's unclear when or how this issue first arose. Chargers coach Brandon Staley also said that the safety is considered day-to-day, and it appears this injury has not improved given that he was unable to increase his practice activity Thursday. James will now have one more opportunity to improve his status before Friday's final injury report, or he could be in jeopardy of missing his first game of the 2022 campaign. A James absence would likely leave JT Woods and Alohi Gilman with increased roles versus Miami on Sunday night.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 8, 2022 • CHARGERS.COM

Chargers' Derwin James questionable with quadriceps injury

Add Derwin James to the list of Los Angeles Chargers players whose status for Sunday night’s game against the Miami Dolphins is questionable

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dealing with injury James (quadriceps) is day-to-day going into Week 14 against the Dolphins, according to head coach Brandon Staley, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

Impact James apparently got banged up at some point in Sunday's game against the Raiders. Despite playing 100 percent of the teams defensive snaps. Although it seems he'll likely play, he is considered questionable for Week 14, and JT Woods would likely be looking at an increased workload if James were to sit.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing in divisional loss James recorded six tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 27-20 defeat versus the Raiders.

Impact James matched his existing season low for tackles set against Las Vegas in Week 1. The star safety has shown up all over the field for the Chargers this season, recording four sacks, four passes defended and three takeaways. However, he failed to log a statistic in at least one of these three categories for just the fourth time this season. James still leads the Bolts in tackles (106), and he'll likely be asked to play a major role in slowing down Miami's prolific offense Week 14.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 6, 2022 • CHARGERS.COM

Chargers continue to struggle with same mistakes on defense

The Los Angeles Chargers defense continues to be disappointing through 12 games

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Derwin James, Jr. Postgame Media Availability vs Raiders Safety Derwin James, Jr. talks to media on not making enough plays, and defending Devonte Adams and Josh Jacobs.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • CHARGERS.COM

Full go Thursday James (hip) was listed as a full participant on the Chargers' injury report Thursday.

Impact James popped up with a hip injury and did not practice Wednesday. However, this issue appears to have been minor given his quick turnaround during Thursday's sessions. James has recorded a team-high 100 tackles to go along with four sacks over 11 games this season, and he should continue to fill a role as one of the league's most versatile defenders against Las Vegas on Sunday.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 1, 2022 • CHARGERS.COM

Derwin James Jr. Named AFC Defensive Player of the Month Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James, Jr., today was named AFC Defensive Player of the Month for November by the league office. The awar...

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • CHARGERS.COM

Sidelined Wednesday James (hip) did not participate during the Chargers' practice Wednesday.

Impact James recorded eight tackles, one interception and a forced fumble while playing every defensive snap Week 12 against Arizona, though he appears to have come away from this game with a hip issue. While his lack of participation in the first practice Week 13 is concerning, he will still have two more practices to increase his activity ahead of Sunday's game against Las Vegas. James has been the best all-around player in the Chargers' flawed defense this season, so his potential absence would be a massive loss against a potent Raiders offense.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Derwin James, Jr. on Matchup Against the Raiders Safety Derwin James, Jr. speaks with the media about the win against the Cardinals and the upcoming matchup against the Raiders

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • CHARGERS.COM