Telesco picks the players with the help of John Spanos who has no clue. 118. The LA Chargers had one of the most aggressive offseasons in franchise history in 2021 and now the team is forced to be much more modest. There's bound to be plenty of interest in Johnson, especially from Brandon Staley - who coached him in 2020 with the Rams. In partnership with the Los Angeles Chargers Impact Fund, Inglewood Unified School District, and Brotherhood Crusade, SoFi celebrated the graduation of 14 young scholars from the Bolt Academy program. "Whether he did it as a college quarterback at Boise [State], myself being a college quarterback, I just always admired how he played there. NFL. I don't think we know yet," Staley added. Lombardi did a lot of good things but I believe he had to go because theres just no excuse to be so so poor running the football. What unites this four players is arm length, specifically an arm length of over 33 inches. Panthers head coach Frank Reich came away impressed after a meeting with free-agent quarterback Derek Carr on Tuesday, but he said the team is still evaluating both veteran and rookie QB options. NFL+ gives you the freedom to watch LIVE out-of-market preseason games, LIVE local and primetime regular season and postseason games on your phone or tablet, the best NFL programming on-demand, and MORE! I said it last year, when staley used analytics basically every possession at home against KC. "Yeah, I think you're looking for leadership, number one," Staley said when asked what he's looking for in his upcoming hires. On the latest edition of Let's Play, Zion Johnson & Jamaree Salyer go head-to-head in a game of NBA 2K21. The Bolts are scheduled to have 26 players be free agents, with that list headlined by names such as Drue Tranquill, Trey Pipkins III, Bryce Callahan and others. High school career [ edit] As soon as they cut ties with him, Jim Bob Cooter somehow turned the offense around IMMEDIATELY, and the team finished 6-2. His other stops include the Palm Beach Post and the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Stop hiring this guy as an OC. Combine that with all of the games missed by Keenon Allen and Mike Williams and it is understandable why some games were lost. There is a new free agent with ties to Brandon Staley now on the market that could be this year's version of Callahan and Fox. Staley-coached teams have drafted four tight ends: Adam Shaheen in 2017, Noah Fant in 2019, Brycen Hopkins in 2020, and Tre' McKitty in 2021. It is debatable if he feels imposter syndrome or not, but that inexcusable loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Chargers should have sat Justin for three or four weeks after the injury. Injuries hit Los Angeles hard on both sides of the ball, but as they got key players back late in the season, they appeared to hit their stride, winning four of their final five games to close the regular-season slate. Sean Payton is offensive-minded, and just like Brandon Staley is doing, Payton always fell short of expectations in the playoffs, with the exception of one year, and he had Drew Brees his entire career. Staley has been head coach of the Chargers since the 2021 season. The 2014 Seahawks, with the fateful decision to pass when they should have run, loomed over the team until the day Russell Wilson was traded. The Chargers will take on the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday at 1:25pm at State Farm Stadium. READ MORE. "Where his best position is? And so, I think we were a much more complete football team now.". The Chargers though stumbled down the stretch for the second straight season. Fire him NOW so you can find your real coach. He`s 3 years in now. He previously spent 20 years as a sports columnist for the Orange County Register and, before that, the Miami Herald. The same can not be said for some of his offensive staff. After a stellar rookie year, quarterback Justin Herbert continued to advance by being named to the Pro Bowl and setting numerous franchise records. Offensively, it would help if the coach didnt play a fragile Williams and all his other starters in a meaningless last game of the season. We're doing everything we can to just be our best. Offensive Coordinator. Chargers fire OC Joe Lombardi following playoff collapse vs. Jaguars, The First Read, NFL Divisional Round: Biggest immediate question for advancing and eliminated playoff teams, Justin Herbert, Chargers players support Brandon Staley despite epic playoff collapse. Four days after his team blew the third-largest lead in postseason history, Brandon Staley remains head coach of the Chargers. Everybody has a type. On the eighth episode of ALL IN Season 2, go all-access on the Chargers young quarterback, Justin Herbert, and learn how his competitive drive has translated to clutch, highlight-worthy plays his whole career, including the Bolts recent win over the Dolphins on Sunday Night Football. There truly are some things that are absolute constants in this universe. Hiring Moore as OC. No one is going to want to watch them. Powered by Southern California McDonald's. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Wow also says they gave up on Sean Payton. I remember thinking at halftime, with the Chargers up 27-0, that they were just the type of team under Staley to blow that type of lead. "I think the way that we finished the season, the way we finished down the stretch, shows you all the things that we're excited about moving forward. Of those four, none ran faster than 4.5 seconds in the 40 yard dash, but all ran the three cone drill in 7 seconds or less. We're going to do the best we can and I'm going to be happy for the whether they're playing for us or someone else.". His vision goes even deeper than that. Including Jamaree Salyer, who was drafted to play guard before being pressed into duty at left tackle in 2022, Staley-led teams have drafted seven guards. Shoulda just stayed in San Diego. "He's rehabbing at our facility every day, which is something that's been good to see," Staley said. Hard to throw the ball with hurt ribs. History tells us that it will. LOS ANGELES Chargers coach Brandon Staley will be on the national stage Monday night for the first time when Los Angeles hosts the Las Vegas Raiders. "I think there's a different gear we need to get to as a football team, definitely not an easy decision because they did a really quality job for two years, but I think we can make improvements on that side of the football, and that's what we're going to have our focus be moving forward.". Nasir Adderley is a free agent this offseason and after being benched in the AFC Wild Card Round, chances are that he is not going to be returning to the team in 2023. New excuse 1) Herbert is on his X th OC in Y years! Heading into the 2022 season, Brandon Staley's seat did seem to be a bit warm. Do the Chargers believe that Saturday nights loss will, or wont, linger? The 5th biggest comeback in a WC game isnt something similar. But man that is the head coaches job to make in game changes. The Chargers dynamic quarterback is eligible for a second contract. Then as the draft moves, you're trying to get those depth pieces that you need to be deep enough to make it to the end and to win the final game. "I know if our team gets to play together, I know what that level is. Now that we are almost to full strength, we have to make the improvements to be playing our best at the end. The #1 reason this is such a dumb move is because Staley will end up getting fired after going 0-5 in October anyway, and then the entire season is scrapped. He was fired in Detroit midway through his second year in 2015. PLEASE do not do the same stupid thing too many others do and get another terrible rehash that never works like Shurmer, McAdoo, McCoy, Hackett, or Marrone. I think theyre getting rid of the wrong guy! He's heard plenty of them already, even if he isn't taking them seriously. But dont worry, Staley will make sure they dont move forward in the playoffs. However, if he is available for cheap (which is possible) then he would be an excellent fit on this defense. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski), Connect with the definitive source for global and local news, Chargers fell to the Jacksonville Jaguars 31-30. Both of the quarterbacks behind Herbert Chase Daniel and Easton Stick also are set to be unrestricted free agents, as are contributors Christian Covington, JK Scott and Troy Reeder. Period. It doesnt evaporate quickly. this ownership does not know how to win The fish rots from the head down! That, of course, means a strong pairing with quarterback Justin Herbert. "I think us being able to team up, being able to elevate Tommy in his role, was the right staff structure," Staley added. The Chargers had a shot at Payton, but now it looks like theyll keep Staley instead. Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers spoke publicly for the first time since completing his darkness retreat. Staley said it's full steam ahead to 2023. Im struggling to come up with any way hes an improvement on Anthony Lynn. Gone are offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi and passing game coordinator and quarterbacks coach Shane Day, leaving vacancies Staley must fill in the weeks ahead. Biography. As a former college quarterback evolved into an NFL defensive coordinator, Brandon has been touted for his ability to see football from both sides. Even when they are winning more than the Lakers, playing in playoff games, theyre not the Lakers. This would have been a perfect team for Payton. Gone are offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi and passing game coordinator. Staley said in addressing the team following the loss, he took full ownership for letting the game unravel the way it did. Defense lot this game plain and simple. could lose a 27 point lead, always thought that was the Head Coach and D.C.s job not to lose the lead But they wont which is why this franchise is where its at. As a patriots fan, I have no dog in this fight. "I am aware of the speculation because I have to be briefed of it to be prepared for guys like you," Staley said to reporters on Wednesday during his season-ending press conference. We think sticking with Brandon Staley is an excellent idea. The Bolts couldn't hold a double-digit halftime lead as they saw their season come to an end in Jacksonville. "Time will tell but he's working hard.". Brandon Staley will be back for a third season as the Los Angeles Chargers head coach. Herberts talent is off the charts. "I think compared to last year, we're just in such a better spot as a football team," Staley said. We don't know what their market is going to be and here at the Combine is when you're establishing the market and getting some feelers on what it's going to be. After a large halftime lead, the Chargers ultimately fell in the Wild Card round to the Jacksonville Jaguars. You cant only score 3 points the entire second half of games and expect your defense to hold an entire second half. Chargers coach Brandon Staley walks off the field after a win over the Indianapolis Colts on Dec. 26. How do you run the ball 5 times in the second half with a 20 + point lead!?! The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. _____________________________. This shows us that, in the most important moments, Staley is actively hurting the team with his conservative decision making. He spent two seasons leading the University of Tennessees defense (2019-20) before joining the Chargers. When Brandon Staley was hired as the Chargers' head coach in 2021, he knew there would be questions about how he planned to elevate quarterback Justin Herbert, especially . offensively it would probably help if Williams and Allen could stay healthy. "You don't want to be in denial of what happened," Staley said of the . Staley is awful. Day 2 of the Chargers offseason brought nothing definitive on the status of coach Brandon Staley, further strengthening the notion he will be retained. #window. If you think youve got the better team, you shouldnt be introducing that kind of variance at all. Going forward, Staley said Salyer's permanent position is still a bit up in the air. The stench starts with Spanos. And while free agency looms as mentioned above Staley likes the way the roster is constructed. The Chargers unrestricted free agents include: Drue Tranquill, Trey Pipkins III, Nasir Adderley, Kyle Van Noy, Bryce Callahan, Morgan Fox and DeAndre Carter. A wingspan of about 80 inches also seems to be a necessity. "We're very fortunate that we drafted him, a great draft story for us," Staley added. Sean peyton, Conspiracy theory: Lombardi worked a year for Sean Payton with the Saints. Story originally appeared on Chargers Wire, Brey celebrates last Notre Dame home game with shot of whiskey at South Bend dive bar, No. "Give me 30 seconds," Jason told Brandon. "Right now, it's too early to tell. "Obviously, the first two years, we've had some growing pains," said Ansley, who was promoted to the Chargers' defensive coordinator position from their secondary coach after the departure of. Im a Bills fan so the other coast and certainly dont see that much of the Chargers outside of the prime time games. (If, of course, they do, theyll become head-coaching candidates elsewhere and may have to be replaced for very different reasons.). Theres a lot of is who think they should have stayed in San Diego. "I think we played really quality football for two years, but in terms of us being able to compete for Super Bowls and ultimately be as good as we can be, I think there's another gear we can get to.". All picks and predictions are suggestions only. The Chargers fell to the Jacksonville Jaguars 31-30 in Saturdays AFC wild-card round game after blowing the third-largest lead in postseason history. With L.A. needing to get under the cap and rumors of Keenan Allen becoming a cut candidate, Chargers GM Tom Telesco said Wednesday on GMFB that the veteran WR isn't going anywhere. "That's something that Kellen understands, as much as it's about Justin, which it certainly is, it's also about your O-line. There also have been mounting questions about the future of offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi, who finished his second season with the team. On this edition of Let's Play, defensive linemen Sebastian Joseph-Day and Morgan Fox face off in NHL 22. Take a look back at photos of the Chargers celebrating in the locker room following wins during the 2022 season. Hernndez: Is Brandon Staley the right coach to lead Justin Herbert and the Chargers? The Bolts will take on the Miami Dolphins for prime time clash on Sunday Night Football. Of those seven, only 2021 fifth round pick Brenden Jaimes has arms shorter than 33.5 inches. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Elliott: We believe in him. Chargers players remain in Brandon Staleys corner, NFL divisional playoff primer: Cowboys and 49ers set for showdown. How do you keep a head coach after his team blows a 27 point lead in a playoff game (and when the head coach controls the defense), while in the previous year he made a decision that caused his team to lose and doomed their chance to make the playoffs? Instead of having an insane amount of salary cap space, the Chargers actually have to free up money just to become cap compliant. The key component was all these great coaches had HOF QBs. Given all the injuries to the team this season, Staley was . Johnson is someone who thrived in Brandon Staley's defense and could slot into that free safety spot with ease. However, general manager Tom Telesco told reporters. Jan 17, 2023. Episode 8 of All IN is out now. On the latest edition of Let's Play, Breiden Fehoko & Christian Covington go head-to-head for a game of NHL 22. Brandon Staley is one of the good, smart, young coaches taking over the NFL. A Burrow extension would clearly define the parameters of a Herbert extension, meaning the Chargers quarterback and his representatives might be willing to wait. I would take Lombardi as the GM of the Packers in a heartbeat at least he would not TRADE UP for a QB that never plays haaaaaaa. They fired the wrong guy and the QB aint all that. Staley though also noted that he was looking for the unit to turn the corner going into the postseason since the team was mostly healthy. "I think it can access more parts of the field for you, I think it can protect your O-line, which is very important," Staley added. I wouldnt count on that. Muschamp joins the Chargers after two seasons at the University of Georgia in the same capacity. Register now! The teams that can do it in December and January, thats when it really matters., AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl and https://twitter.com/AP_NFL, Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley responds to questions after an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Denver. He led the Chargers to their first playoff appearance since 2018 with a 10-7 regular-season mark. The 2023 NFL Scouting Combine is off and running, as Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley chatted with local media members Tuesday afternoon. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Salyer primarily spent time at guard in training camp and the preseason, but started 14 games at left tackle in 2022 after Rashawn Slater was lost for the season with a torn biceps. On the sixth episode of ALL IN Season 2, go all-access on the LA Chargers' gritty 2022 season as they power through a slew of injuries to a 5-3 record and the mentality Head Coach Brandon Staley has instilled in his team. Will be interesting to see if the Chargers can manage their cap situation to get in the race for Johnson. Secure your 2022 Season Ticket Memberships today! Ansley was the secondary coach on Brandon Staley's staff the past two seasons. The Chargers have chosen a half-measure. While it can be difficult to get past a loss like this, Brandon Staley has revealed how he has dealt with the situation. Staley praised Lombardi late in the regular season for his ability to adjust to changes because of injuries. Ansley was the secondary coach on Brandon Staley's staff the past two seasons. The Los Angeles Chargers hired Brandon Staley as the 17th head coach in franchise history, becoming the first Bolts head coach with a defensive background in over a decade. Its not like he blew a 33 point lead to a mediocre fraud of a team or anything. He too is familiar with Johnson and can bridge that gap. This is coaching malpractice. The narrative will be predictable. So I wasnt surprised at all to see it happen. This team once fired Marty Schottenheimer after a 14-2 season. How does that work? Powered by Southern California McDonald's. Right away, this tells you that Staley values movement skills over physicality in his draft philosophy at the position. Herbert fought through injuries. I'm very excited about where we're at because I think that's truly the approach we need to take in the offseason.". The same cannot be said for some of his offensive staff. You dont go for it on fourth down if it only marginally helps you and the downside drastically improves the other teams chances of winning, even if youre successful 55% of the time. He takes over for Renaldo Hill, who left to join Miamis staff as pass-game coordinator. (Photo courtesy of Oscar Rodriguez Jr.) January 17, 2023 at 2:21 pm January 17, 2023 at 11:13 am Saturday nights game will leave a mark that could be hard to overcome, even with a new offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. I didnt know a O.C. The move implies that coach Brandon Staley will return for a third season, 27-point playoff collapse notwithstanding. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the daily Sports Report newsletter. Chargers coach Brandon Staley tells me how he's getting past the difficult playoff loss to the Jaguars. The team on Tuesday announced that offensive . Chargers ownership just told their players that they are too cheap to care about winning. The Chargers were outscored 103-52 in the third quarter, including the playoffs. The Los Angeles Chargers have less cap flexibility this offseason but Brandon Staley likes where the roster is at. legionofzoom says: ", Chargers will alter weekly practice plan ahead of Saturday night's Wild Card game in Jacksonville, "Our mind can't be in two places. Herbert is mediocre under Staley, replace him with Payton while the Rams are in their 3 year decline and San Diegos team will rule LA for a decade. He had several chances to make a play and put Jacksonville away and didn`t make them. Staley and Telesco will hold their annual end-of-year media availabilities later this week . A year from now, we'll know the results of Staley's mass changes on the coaching staff and whether or not they were for the . The Los Angeles Chargers today signed the following 12 players to Reserve/Future free agent contracts. He also served as the Angels beat writer for The Times and the Register. The Cleveland Browns are set to release safety John Johnson at the. I really felt we needed to get deeper on the lines of scrimmage and I felt like we did that. It doesnt happen overnight.. Zac Taylor isn`t exactly Andy Reid but Burrow makes his decisions and play calls look better because of his poise when plays don`t go as scripted. Powered by Southern California McDonald's. He played college football at Central Michigan and was drafted by the 49ers in the first round of the 2007 NFL Draft . They mean so much to you and you want to bring everybody back, but you know you can't do that. Brandon Staley's decisions have come under fire, but the coach is committed to dealing with the blowback. "The flexibility that he has playing college tackle and his ability to move inside gives us a lot of flexibility. The Chargers were ranked ninth in total offense, but 20th in scrimmage yards per play along with the third-worst rushing attack in the league. It is the second time Lombardi has not made it to a third season as an offensive coordinator. Now what? With the Carson Wentz era over in Washington, Commanders GM Martin Mayhew says while Sam Howell will have an opportunity to be QB1, the team, Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy feels reinvigorated after taking over play-calling duties, calling it "the most fun I've had since I've been in Dallas.". We will ADD these to the All-Pro Injury List excuse and the Refs excuse. He is a total dud without Peyton guiding him. I didnt know a O.C. The Chargers visit the 49ers for a primetime battle on Sunday Night Football. The same can not be said for some of his offensive staff. The Chargers will take on the Kansas City Chiefs for Sunday Night Football in Week 11 at SoFi Stadium. The Chargers have announced that they have parted ways with offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi. And while teams rarely bring back every prospective free agent, Staley acknowledged the play and efforts of that group. How Staley Used Car Salesmanned his way out of danger and tossing the blame to Lombardi is beyond me. Players though rallied to the defense of their coach after the loss to the Jaguars, saying Staley is still learning as a head coach. That team has a lot of really good players, and a strong head coach could get a lot more out of the team than Staley has managed to do. Bad move by the Chargers to keep Staley. Dont hold your breath for a course correction now. The Bolts will have a new offensive coordinator in 2023, as Kellen Moore is now in charge of the offense going . Jaimes was drafted as a potential center in addition to his upside at guard, so Im willing to say that 33.5 is a rough cutoff for Staley. "You're looking for someone that can really connect a group and get them to play a certain type of way, and I think that's where it starts. His spot in the Ring of Honor was cemented the day he executed one. "I think that's what you're trying to do at the top of the draft, is add some difference makers at the top of the draft. But he and the team are bumping their heads on a ceiling that seems too low for the talent involved. Justin Herbert was hurt all season long. The program is designed to offer juniors and seniors from Inglewood high schools the opportunity to participate in a six month after-school program to develop leadership and job-readiness skills. The team also elevated kicker Taylor Bertolet from the practice squad for Sunday's game. Given how good Herbert is, its almost hard for them to not make the playoffs. Bad call that side of the ball was not the problem really. I think that's the tough part of the NFL. 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