San Diego Chargers
Deon Butler - #3 - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 10"/ 182 lbs. |
| Birthday | 01/04/1986 |
| Birthplace | Fairfax, VA |
| College | Penn State |
| Years played | 5 |
| Drafted | 2009, 3rd round, 27th pick by Seahawks |
Chargers TE Gates injures ankle
Adding insult to injury following a loss to the Rams, Chargers TE was in a protective boot after the game and the San Diego Union-Tribune's Kevin Acee said Gates' injury "doesn't look good."
Defense key as Rams upset Chargers 20-17
The Rams pummeled Chargers QB Philip Rivers, stuffing the league's No. 1 offense, and prevailed with a 20-17 victory.
Fired Minnesota coach Brewster could return to NFL
An NFL insider has told PFW that Tim Brewster, who was fired Sunday as head coach at the University of Minnesota, could resurface in the NFL as an offensive assistant.
Chargers' McNeill signs five-year extension
Late Wednesday, Chargers OLT Marcus McNeill agreed to a five-year contract extension that runs through 2015. The new deal is reportedly worth $48 million, with $24.5 million guaranteed, according to PFW Chargers correspondent and North County Times beat writer ...
Report: NFLPA advises Jackson, Mankins to report
Two restricted free-agent holdouts — Chargers WR Vincent Jackson and Patriots OG Logan Mankins — will likely report to their respective teams before the end of the season at the urging of their union, according to an ESPN report late Wednesday.
Chargers sign LS Windt
San Diego signed its fifth long-snapper of the season on Wednesday, adding Mike Windt and releasing LS Ethan Albright.
Injuries made Merriman untradable commodity
It was common knowledge that OLB Shawne Merriman would not be back with the Chargers next season. For that reason, his calf injury proved to be fairly costly.
Merriman placed on I.R.; will be cut when healthy
The Chargers have placed OLB Shawne Merriman (calf) on injured reserve with a minor-injury designation, meaning the three-time Pro Bowler must be released when healthy.
Report: Chargers' McNeill agrees to five-year extension
Chargers OLT Marcus McNeill has agreed to a five-year contract extension, according to a report by ESPN's Adam Schefter, who cited a source familiar with the situation.
Chargers activate OLT McNeill
The Chargers have activated OLT Marcus McNeill to their roster. To create the roster space, the team released CB Fred Bennett and FS C.J. Spillman.
Raiders rally to beat Chargers 35-27
Michael Bush ran 3 yards for the go-ahead touchdown with 3:39 remaining and Tyvon Branch returned a fumble 64 yards for a score as the Raiders ended a 13-game losing streak vs. San Diego with a 35-27 victory over ...
McNeill's concession could lead to long-term deal
Unlike teammate Vincent Jackson, sitting out an entire season was never something Marcus McNeill wanted to do.
Chargers sign SS Carter
The Chargers added SS Tyrone Carter to their roster on Wednesday, releasing DE Alfonso Boone to clear space for the 11-year veteran.
Chargers sign OLB Obiozor, place LB Tucker on I.R.
The Chargers signed OLB Cyril Obiozor from the Cardinals practice squad on Tuesday and re-signed CB Dante Hughes. They placed LB Jyles Tucker on injured reserve.
Pressure, turnovers has Bolts' 'D' dominating
Defensive coordinator Ron Rivera always has been known for his creative blitzing and getting after opposing quarterbacks. On Sunday, his work was on full display.
PLAYER NEWS
The Chargers agreed to terms with Butler on a one-year deal on Monday.|||||||
Butler played in 35 games during four seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, catching 57 passes for 611 yards (10.7 average) and four touchdowns.
Butler will be placed on injured reserve, as expected, after suffering a broken leg against San Francisco. He was injured in the final minutes of Sunday's 40-21 loss to the 49ers.|||||||
Seattle coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Butler underwent surgery Sunday night at Stanford Hospital and a rod was inserted into his lower leg to stabilize the break. Carroll said only one bone in his lower leg broke - he did not specify which - but there were two breaks.
The Seahawks have signed Butler, their third-round draft choice, to a multiyear contract.|||||||
The team announced Friday that Penn State's career receptions leader became the fifth of Seattle's seven draft picks to sign. Butler was the 91st overall pick in the April draft. He had 179 receptions at Penn State, finished second in school history with 2,771 receiving yards, and third with 22 touchdowns.
