NASIR ADDERLEY NEWS

Chargers select Baylor safety JT Woods in third round

The Los Angeles Chargers addressed their need for depth in the secondary during the second day of the NFL draft, selecting Baylor safety JT Woods in the third round

APRIL 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Emerges as quality safety Adderley finished the 2021 season with 99 tackles (69 solo), five passes defended, one forced fumble and a half of a sack.

Impact Adderley was forced into the starting free safety role last season after another season-ending injury to Derwin James, but it was clear early in the 2021 campaign the extra playing time gave the third-year safety a new sort of confidence in his role this time alongside the aforementioned Pro Bowl safety. There was still plenty of coverage errors attributed to Adderley, and the third-year safety will never be known as a hard hitter, but the 2019 second-round pick certainly doesn't appear to be a negative player at this juncture of his career. Expect more growth and another season playing alongside James to possibly boost his value in IDP formats.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos have never fixed their shortcomings under Vic Fangio

The Denver Broncos have suffered through another season of offensive ineptitude and special teams blunders

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Herbert, Roberts propel Chargers back into playoff position

Justin Herbert threw for two touchdowns and set the franchise single-season record, Andre Roberts returned a kickoff 101 yards for a score and the Los Angeles Chargers moved back i...

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

The Latest: Four teams vying for final two NFC playoff spots

There are four teams still in the hunt for an NFC wild-card berth

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Moves off COVID-19 list Adderley was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday and will be eligible to play Sunday against the Broncos.

Impact The new rules outlined by the NFL and the NFL Players Association couldn't have come at a better time for the unvaccinated Adderley, who is now eligible to play after five days in isolation. The second-year safety is in the midst of a breakout season with career highs already in tackles and pass breakups.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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 possible

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Could play Week 17 after all Adderley (illness), who was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 Monday, will be eligible to play Sunday against the Broncos if he's asymptomatic or showing improvement in his recovery f...

Impact As an unvaccinated player who tested positive for the virus, Adderley was expected to face a 10-day quarantine, but that timeline was cut in half Tuesday, when the NFL and NFL Players Association reached an agreement to set isolation time at five days for all players who test positive for COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status. Though Adderley looks like he'll still remain away from the Chargers through at least Friday, he should be ready to go Sunday so long as his symptoms have resolved while he's in isolation. The third-year safety has recorded 81 tackles, five pass breakups, a fumble recovery and a half sack through 13 games this season.

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 defense

DECEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out Week 17 Adderley (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday and won't play Sunday against the Broncos, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact The implication of being ruled out straightaway is that Adderley is unvaccinated and tested positive for the virus, which triggers a 10-day quarantine. The Chargers now have six members of the secondary on the COVID list, potentially leaving the unit shorthanded for Week 17.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Derwin James on Nasir Adderley's Production and Confidence Safety Derwin James speaks to the media about Nasir Adderley, Corey Linsley's leadership, and more.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • CHARGERS.COM

Half sack in win Adderley tallied seven tackles (two solo) along with half of a sack in Sunday's 41-22 win over Cincinnati.

Impact With another solid game, Adderley has now recorded seven-plus tackles in five of his last six games. The young safety was able to record his first partial sack of the year and the first of his young career.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers' Michael Davis and Nasir Adderley will play; Joey Bosa remains on COVID-19 list LOS ANGELES — The Chargers’ secondary will receive a boost Sunday with the returns of cornerback Michael Davis and safety Nasir Adderley.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • KANSASCITY.COM

Full practice Thursday Adderley (ankle) was a full participant at practice Thursday.

Impact The safety was able to log a full practice Thursday after opening the week with a limited practice Wednesday, setting him up to be active against the Steelers in Week 11. Adderley missed Week 10 versus the Vikings but will return to his role as starting free safety Sunday.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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 night

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Injuries, COVID-19 leave Chargers defense short-handed

The Los Angeles Chargers defensive lineup is in flux as preparations begin for Sunday night’s key AFC matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inactive Sunday Adderley (ankle) will not play Sunday against the Vikings.

Impact Adderley was able to get in a limited practice Friday, but ultimately he will be unable to go Sunday. With the Chargers secondary dealing with multiple injuries, this is a big blow to the defense. Alohi Gilman and Trey Marshall will now see increased opportunity.

NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Considered questionable Adderley (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Vikings.

Impact Adderley practiced in limited fashion Friday after being a non-participant for two straight days prior. Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports that his possible availability is currently "50/50," which means he will be a game-time decision.

NOVEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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 backs

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Highlight: S Nasir Adderley rips TE Dallas Goedert's undershirt on 21-yard catch and run Los Angeles Chargers safety Nasir Adderley rips Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert's undershirt on his 21-yard catch and run.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Delaware's Nasir Adderley thrives with Chargers, and how he's compared to ex-Eagle Malcolm Jenkins Nasir Adderley thriving in Brandon Staley's system with Chargers after getting advice from a Delaware teammate.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • DELAWAREONLINE.COM

Notches seven tackles Sunday Adderley produced seven tackles (five solo), one pass deflection and one fumble recovery during Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Patriots.

Impact After a three-tackle performance during the season opener, Adderley has recorded 39 tackles over his last five contests. The 24-year-old will likely remain a solid IDP option in deeper leagues due to his tackling production, but his potential is limited, as his fumble recovery in Week 8 is his only turnover of the season.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Full participant Wednesday Adderley (hip) was listed as a full participant for the Chargers' practice Wednesday.

Impact Adderley was unable to play for the Chargers in Week 6 against the Ravens after he suffered a hip injury in practice. The safety has reportedly gotten closer to being able to return coming out of the team's Week 7 bye. Expect Adderley to be able to suit up for Week 8 against the Patriots, barring any setbacks.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Staley hopes changes benefit Chargers' special teams units

The Los Angeles Chargers have made improvement in many areas during Brandon Staley’s first season as coach, but special teams continues to be one department that generates major co...

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Trending toward return Adderley (hip) is trending toward playing Sunday against the Patriots, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact Adderley missed the Chargers' Week 6 contest against the Ravens, but he is getting closer to a return coming out of the Week 7 bye. The third-year pro had started all five games before the injury, compiling 35 tackles (28 solo) and two passes defended.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE