Chargers looking to upgrade defense, offensive line
The Chargers have already been one of the more active teams during the offseasonMARCH 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Chargers GM Telesco focused on future, not job security
Tom Telesco thinks the Los Angeles Chargers have a good foundation with quarterback Justin Herbert and coach Brandon StaleyJANUARY 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
AFC West rivals Chargers, Broncos face must-win situations
Two weeks ago the Los Angeles Chargers were feeling pretty secure about getting to the postseason for the first time since 2018DECEMBER 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chargers offensive tackle Slater placed on COVID-19 list
Los Angeles Chargers offensive tackle Rashawn Slater tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday and entered league protocolsDECEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Activated from COVID-19 list Joseph (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
Impact Joseph was forced to miss three consecutive games after he tested positive for COVID-19 in November. However, he'll be able to return Sunday against the Giants and should reclaim his starting role.
DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Chargers place Allen on NFL's reserve/COVID-19 list
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen was placed on the NFL’s reserve/COVID-19 list MondayDECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Unavailable Sunday Joseph (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.
Impact Joseph will remain on the reserve/COVID-19 list for a third straight week after he tested positive for the virus. His next chance to return will be Dec. 12 against the Giants.
DECEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Chargers' Staley faces mentor in Broncos' Fangio on Sunday
Before Brandon Staley became one of the top young coaches in the NFL, Vic Fangio saw his potentialNOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Joseph is 4th Chargers player to test positive for COVID-19
Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle Linval Joseph entered the league’s COVID-19 protocol on Monday following a positive testNOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Steelers' Roethlisberger, Chargers' Bosa are active for game
Pittsburgh quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa are active for Sunday night’s game after being taken off the reserve/COVID-19 listNOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Officially out Sunday Joseph (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Pittsburgh.
Impact Joseph was considered doubtful ahead of Sunday's primetime matchup, so his status doesn't come as a surprise. Forrest Merrill and Andrew Brown could see additional playing time against the Steelers.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely to play Sunday Joseph (shoulder) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Steelers.
Impact Joseph has been unable to practice this week, and he'll likely be sidelined by his shoulder injury Sunday. If he's unable to suit up, Breiden Fehoko could see increased playing time on the Chargers' defensive line.
NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Chargers' Staley: 4 players on COVID list could play Sunday
Coach Brandon Staley left open the possibility that all four players on the Los Angeles Chargers' reserve/COVID-19 list could be available Sunday night against the Pittsburgh Steel...NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Steelers, Chargers each looking to bounce back Sunday night
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Los Angeles Chargers will try to respond after poor showings last week when they meet on Sunday nightNOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Misses week's first practice Joseph (shoulder) did not practice Wednesday.
Impact It is not known precisely how or when Joseph picked up the injury, but it presumably occurred in the Week 10 loss to the Vikings. The 33-year-old still has a couple more practices to show he can go Sunday, but if he can't, Christian Covington and Justin Jones would be in line for more work.
NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
With problems all around, Herbert's Bolts take 3rd loss in 4
When Justin Herbert and rookie head coach Brandon Staley won four of their first five games together the Los Angeles Chargers appeared to be at the start of something specialNOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Linval Joseph: "We Just Have to Put it All Together" Defensive tackle Linval Joseph speaks to the media about the Week 10 regular season game against the Minnesota Vikings.
NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM
Linval Joseph makes a mountain of a difference in middle of Chargers' defense Chargers nose tackle Linval Joseph is freakishly big and freakishly fast for his size, and even at 33 is still a force to be reckoned with....
NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Chargers' NFL-worst run defense to be tested again by Cook
The Los Angeles Chargers' run defense is the worst in the NFL, and the team is trying to improve while facing some of the league's top backsNOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Three Takeaways: How Has Linval Joseph Helped Justin Jones on the Chargers Defensive Line? Here's what Brandon Staley, Justin Jones, and Austin Ekeler had to say during Wednesday's press conference.
NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM
Justin Jones on Playing Side-by-Side with Linval Joseph Defensive Lineman Justin Jones speaks to the media about playing beside Linval Joseph.Press Conference: Justin Jones on Playing Side by Side...
NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM
Tallies nine tackles Joseph recorded nine tackles (eight solo) along with 1.5 tackles for loss in the Chargers 27-24 win over the Eagles on Sunday.
Impact Joseph was a dominant force in the win, finishing with his best numbers all season. Statistically, the Chargers have the worst run defense in the NFL, and teams have been able to run on them at will, however, Joseph's possible emergence as the primary run stopper should be seen as a positive sign for the Chargers.
NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Puro Chargers Episodio 9 With Linval Joseph - 2021 With Adrian Garcia-Marquez still out this week, Francisco Pinto is joined by Chargers nose tackle Linval Joseph ahead of the Bolts' first ma...
OCTOBER 30, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM
Linval Joseph Brushes Past Lineman to Sack Lamar Jackson Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle Linval Joseph uses quick swim move to sack Lamar Jackson.
OCTOBER 17, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM
Three Takeaways: Why is Linval Joseph Excited for the 'Challenge' of the Browns on Sunday? Here are three takeaways from Wednesday’s press conferences with Brandon Staley, Austin Ekeler and Linval Joseph:
OCTOBER 7, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM
