San Diego Chargers
Robert Meachem - #12 - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 2"/ 215 lbs. |
| Birthday | 09/28/1984 |
| Birthplace | Tulsa, OK |
| College | Tennessee |
| Years played | 7 |
| Drafted | 2007, 1st round, 27th pick by Saints |
AFC West midseason reports
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Rivers' leadership, elite play giving Bolts chance
Peyton Manning might be the first name everyone says when discussing the favorite for the 2010 NFL MVP, but Philip Rivers certainly could be a close second.
Rivers' four TDs leads Chargers past Texans 29-23
Philip Rivers threw four touchdown passes against the NFL's worst pass defense, and the San Diego Chargers earned their first road win of the season in beating the Houston Texans 29-23 on Sunday.
Chargers solidly behind Turner
After his motivational halftime speech by Norv Turner sparked the Chargers to a comeback win over the Titans in Week Eight, GM A.J. Smith gave his head coach a vote of confidence.
Chargers activate SS Gregory
The Chargers activated SS Steve Gregory on Saturday and waived WR Richard Goodman.
Report: Chargers sign WR Washington
The Chargers have signed WR Kelley Washington, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Chargers TE Gates could miss Sunday's game
Chargers TE Antonio Gates popped the plantar fascia in his right foot. Combined with the toe and ankle injuries he has in his left leg, his status for Sunday's game vs. the Texans is not looking good.
NT Garay a surprising standout for Bolts
After parting ways with veteran Jamal Williams in the offseason, nose tackle was one of the Chargers' biggest concerns entering 2010.
Chargers waive LB Merriman
The Chargers waived LB Shawne Merriman on Tuesday after he passed an exit physical. Teams have until 4 p.m. ET Wednesday to claim him.
Without much help, Rivers putting Bolts on his back
Despite playing with a cast of reserve receivers, Chargers QB Philip Rivers is on a record-setting pace.
Chargers beat Titans for eighth consecutive time
Antonio Gates got behind linebacker Will Witherspoon to haul in a go-ahead, 48-yard pass from Philip Rivers midway through the third quarter to help the San Diego Chargers rally for a 33-25 win Sunday against the Tennessee Titans, who lost ...
Chargers sign WR Banks
The Chargers signed WR Gary Banks from the team's practice squad on Saturday. They released OT Adam Terry.
Titans QB Young expected to start Sunday
Vince Young, who missed Week Seven's win over the Eagles after spraining his left knee and ankle in Week Six, is expected to start on Sunday.
Chargers WR Jackson officially signs tender
Chargers WR Vincent Jackson officially signed his one-year restricted free-agent tender on Friday.
Chargers-Titans blacked out in San Diego
The Chargers have announced that their Week Eight home game vs. the Titans has been blacked out in Southern California, as the team was unable to sell the necessary number of tickets before the NFL-imposed deadline of 72 hours before ...
PLAYER NEWS
San Diego wide receivers Eddie Royal and Robert Meachem are inactive for the Chargers' game against the Kansas City Chiefs because of hamstring injuries.|||||||
Danario Alexander was expected to start in Meachem's place and safety Eric Weddle was expected to return punts for Royal. Curtis Brinkley is expected to return kickoffs for Richard Goodman, who was put on injured reserve on Monday.
Meachem caught four passes for 111 yards and one score as New Orleans dominated the second half for a 45-28 NFC wild-card victory over the Detroit Lions on Saturday night.|||||||
Meachem is overlooked amidst the Saints' stable of talent but he is capable of big games like this.
Meachem caught three passes for 75 yards and one score as New Orleans wrapped up the NFC South title with a 45-16 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night.|||||||
The underrated Meachem has six TD grabs.
Meachem had five receptions for 51 yards and one TD on Sunday in a 40-33 shootout win over Houston.|||||||
Meachem has scored in all three games to lead the Saints in TD receptions.
Meachem caught five passes for 70 yards and a score Thursday in a 42-34 loss at Green Bay.|||||||
Meachem seems to have excellent chemistry with superstar quarterback Drew Brees. The Saints have an explosive offense so all of their players are poised for huge fantasy years.