San Diego Chargers (7-9-0)
CB Cason makes sense as priority for Chargers
With so many defensive players entering free agency, one the Chargers may want to prioritize is starting CB Antoine Cason.
Bisaccia hired at Auburn
Former Chargers special-teams coach Rich Bisaccia has left San Diego to be the special-teams and running backs coach at Auburn.
Chargers fire Turner, Smith
The Chargers announced that head coach Norv Turner and GM A.J. Smith will not return in 2013.
AFC West Spin cycle: Broncos get top seed, Chiefs get top pick
The 2012 season in the AFC West ended the way it began — the Broncos and Chargers won, and the Chiefs and Raiders lost.
Chargers finish season with 24-21 defeat of Raiders
San Diego beat the Raiders 24-21 on a wet, gloomy Sunday in what's expected to be Norv Turner's final game as Chargers coach.
Raiders QB Pryor gets starting nod for Sunday
Raiders head coach Dennis Allen announced Friday that Terrelle Pryor will start at quarterback in Oakland’s season finale.
OT position one of many questions for Chargers
OTs Jared Gaither and Jeromey Clary are still in line to start in 2013, but their struggles in 2012 give the incoming regime plenty to consider.
Chargers-Raiders game will be seen in Southern California
The Chargers announced Wednesday that they have sold enough tickets to lift the local blackout for Sunday’s Chargers-Raiders matchup.
Chargers place NT Franklin, S Taylor on I.R.
The Chargers placed NT Aubrayo Franklin and S Brandon Taylor on injured reserve and promoted S Sean Cattouse and CB Greg Gatson.
AFC West Spin cycle: Broncos taking care of business
Another typical week in the AFC West — the Broncos dominated, the Raiders and Chiefs fell and the Chargers took advantage of a weak opponent.
Chargers sack McElroy, Jets
The Chargers took Greg McElroy down 11 times, tying the team record in a 27-17 victory over the Jets Sunday.
Dolphins place PK Carpenter on I.R., sign PK Kaeding
The Dolphins placed PK Dan Carpenter on injured reserve and signed former Chargers PK Nate Kaeding.
Mathews' injury keeps RB spot as Chargers priority
Ryan Mathews' second broken clavicle this season is more reason for the Chargers to put emphasis on adding another running back.
Chargers place Floyd, Wells, Mathews on I.R.
The Chargers placed WR Malcom Floyd, RB Ryan Mathews and OL Reggie Wells on injured reserve.
AFC West Spin cycle: Broncos pass test, Raiders shut out Chiefs
The Broncos won their ninth in a row, the Raiders shut out the Chiefs and the Chargers got blown out at home by Carolina.
PLAYER NEWS
Walker, Dallas (TE)
The San Diego Chargers have signed tight end Dallas Walker to a three-year contract.
Walker played for Western Michigan University from 2009-2011. He was out of football last season.
Walker played for Western Michigan University from 2009-2011. He was out of football last season.
Brown, Cornelius (CB)
The Chargers agreed to terms on a one-year deal with Brown on Monday.
Brown spent time with the Chicago Bears and Indianapolis Colts. He played in 10 games with the Colts in 2010.
Brown spent time with the Chicago Bears and Indianapolis Colts. He played in 10 games with the Colts in 2010.
DePalma, Dan (WR)
The Chargers agreed to terms on a two-year deal with DePalma on Monday.
DePalma spent time on the Giants' practice squad in each of the last two seasons.
DePalma spent time on the Giants' practice squad in each of the last two seasons.
Butler, Deon (WR)
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 played in 35 games during four seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, catching 57 passes for 611 yards (10.7 average) and four touchdowns.
Ohrnberger, Rich (G)
The San Diego Chargers signed Ohrnberger, the former Arizona Cardinals guard, to a one-year contract Thursday.
He was drafted by New England in the fourth round in 2009 out of Penn State. He played in five games his first two seasons with the Patriots, seeing limited time at right guard and on special teams. Ohrnberger spent the 2011 season on injured reserve due to a head injury and was released in February 2012. He signed with Arizona and played in 13 games last year, making two starts. He suffered a knee injury on Dec. 9 and was placed on injured reserve.
He was drafted by New England in the fourth round in 2009 out of Penn State. He played in five games his first two seasons with the Patriots, seeing limited time at right guard and on special teams. Ohrnberger spent the 2011 season on injured reserve due to a head injury and was released in February 2012. He signed with Arizona and played in 13 games last year, making two starts. He suffered a knee injury on Dec. 9 and was placed on injured reserve.
Brown, Ronnie (RB)
The San Diego Chargers made deals with two running backs Friday, agreeing to a two-year contract with former New England Patriots Danny Woodhead and a one-year deal to bring back Brown.
Brown played in 14 games for the Bolts last season, starting one. He rushed for 220 yards on 46 carries and tied for second on the team with 49 receptions for 371 yards.
Brown played in 14 games for the Bolts last season, starting one. He rushed for 220 yards on 46 carries and tied for second on the team with 49 receptions for 371 yards.
Woodhead, Danny (RB)
The San Diego Chargers have agreed to a two-year contract with former New England Patriots running back Danny Woodhead.
Woodhead is expected to complement Ryan Mathews, who's been plagued with injuries and a fumbling problem. Woodhead was New England's second-leading rusher with 301 yards and four touchdowns on 76 carries while catching 40 passes for 446 yards and three scores.
Woodhead is expected to complement Ryan Mathews, who's been plagued with injuries and a fumbling problem. Woodhead was New England's second-leading rusher with 301 yards and four touchdowns on 76 carries while catching 40 passes for 446 yards and three scores.
Cox, Derek (CB)
The San Diego Chargers agreed to terms on a four-year contract with Cox, who had 12 interceptions the last four years with Jacksonville. The deal reportedly is worth $20 million.
Cox, 26, had four picks in 12 games last year. He's expected to slide into the starting lineup. Both of San Diego's starting cornerbacks, Quentin Jammer and Antoine Cason, are expected to leave as unrestricted free agents.
Cox, 26, had four picks in 12 games last year. He's expected to slide into the starting lineup. Both of San Diego's starting cornerbacks, Quentin Jammer and Antoine Cason, are expected to leave as unrestricted free agents.
Rinehart, Chad (G)
The San Diego Chargers have signed former Buffalo Bills guard Chad Rinehart to a one-year, $1.75 million contract.
Rinehart is being reunited with his former position coaches in Buffalo, Joe D'Alessandris and Andrew Dees. Rinehart was limited to seven games and two starts at right guard in 2012 due to an ankle injury that landed him on injured reserve on Nov. 2. Rinehart's agent, Leo Goeas, was a Chargers tackle from 1990-92.
Rinehart is being reunited with his former position coaches in Buffalo, Joe D'Alessandris and Andrew Dees. Rinehart was limited to seven games and two starts at right guard in 2012 due to an ankle injury that landed him on injured reserve on Nov. 2. Rinehart's agent, Leo Goeas, was a Chargers tackle from 1990-92.
Dunlap, King (T)
The San Diego Chargers agreed to terms with tight end John Phillips and Dunlap on the opening day of free agency.
Dunlap helps the team make up for the loss of right guard Louis Vasquez to the AFC West rival Denver Broncos.
Dunlap helps the team make up for the loss of right guard Louis Vasquez to the AFC West rival Denver Broncos.
