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The NFL on FOX reporter previews who the Bolts will face in Week 9 including the state of the Falcons (1:10), the Oregon reunion between him and Justin Herbert (3:55), what Marcus Mariota has brought to the offense (5:20), her assessment of Atlanta's defense (9:25), and more.

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly: Looking Ahead to Minicamp and a New-Look WRs Room The voice of the team Matt "Money" Smith and KCAL News' Chris Hayre discuss their day at the Chargers' Golf Invitational; thoughts after listening to Joshua Palmer, Quentin Johnston and wide receivers coach Sanjay Lal at the podium on Tuesday; what the WRs room could look like this fall; and next week's mandatory minicamp.

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly: Observations from OTAs With LA Times' Jeff Miller The voice of the team Matt "Money" Smith and KCAL News' Chris Hayre are joined by the Los Angeles Times' Jeff Miller, who shares his takeaways from OTAs. Topics include: rookie linebacker Junior Colson; the recent signing of OLB Bud Dupree and the EDGE group as a collective; expectations for tight end Hayden Hurst; and Justin Herbert learning a new offense in 2024.

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly: OTA Practices Underway, Intriguing Position Battles This Summer The voice of the team Matt "Money" Smith and KCAL News' Chris Hayre discuss the start of OTA practices in Costa Mesa and position battles to look forward to at offensive line and in the secondary entering training camp.

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly: Breaking Down the 2024 Schedule The voice of the team Matt "Money" Smith and KCAL News' Chris Hayre break down the Chargers' 2024 regular season schedule, which includes three primetime games, an early bye and the season opener against the Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium.

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly: DJ Chark is a Charger, Schedule Release Predictions and More The voice of the team Matt "Money" Smith and KCAL News' Chris Hayre break down the signing of wide receiver DJ Chark and discuss the added competition in the WRs room (00:25) before making some predictions about the Bolts' 2024 regular season schedule (35:25).

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly: All Things Wide Receiver With Reception Perception's Matt Harmon The voice of the Chargers Matt "Money" Smith and KCAL News' Chris Hayre are joined by Yahoo football writer and the creator of "Reception Perception" Matt Harmon. Among the topics: discussing the three blue-chip WRs in the 2024 NFL Draft, the gap between the top three prospects and the rest of the class, speed receivers in this year's draft, a mid-round sleeper WR to watch, and what Harmon would do with the fifth overall pick.

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly: Top Takeaways From Jim Harbaugh at NFL Owners Meetings The voice of the Chargers Matt "Money" Smith and KCAL News' Chris Hayre share their top takeaways from Jim Harbaugh's media availability at the NFL Owners Meetings in Orlando (00:50). And with the NFL Draft 28 days away, the guys continue to discuss all the possibilities at No. 5 overall (06:00).

NOW PLAYING video Guilty As Charged: How Free Agency Impacts WR Draft Class Steven Haglund and Tyler Schoon of the Guilty as Charged podcast are bringing their insights and perspective to the LA Chargers podcast network! With just over a month left until the 2024 NFL Draft, the hosts are joined by NFL Draft Analyst Trevor Sikkema this week to discuss moves across the league and to the Chargers roster, highlighting how free agency will impact the WR outlook in the draft where the Bolts currently hold the 5th overall pick (5:22). The hosts also touch how Bradley Bozeman could make an impact at center (24:00) and on and what DC Jesse Minter will be looking to add to the defense (27:30).

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly: Starting off Free Agency with The Athletic's Daniel Popper Matt "Money" Smith is joined by Daniel Popper from The Athletic to discuss the start free agency and the new league year. They breakdown the moves that the Chargers have made so far (01:30) and the different position groups that can be targeted during the draft and free agency (04:20).

NOW PLAYING video Guilty As Charged: Breaking Down 2024 Free Agency Market Steven Haglund and Tyler Schoon of the Guilty as Charged podcast are bringing their insights and perspective to the LA Chargers podcast network! On this week's episode Steven and Tyler discuss what the 2024 Free Agency market could have in store for the Chargers. The pair break down the potential futures of various Chargers players (2:00), speculation surrounding Free Agency prospects for the Bolts roster (10:30), and how roster moves during Free Agency could affect front office decisions heading into the 2024 NFL Draft. The hosts then round out their conversation by discussing the Chargers placing tenders on kicker Cameron Dicker and tackle Foster Sarell (28:00).

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly: Post-Combine Recap With NFL.com's Lance Zierlein, Bolts Assistant GM Chad Alexander Joins the Show Matt "Money" Smith and Chris Hayre are joined by NFL.com's Lance Zierlein's discuss the quarterback group and how they performed in the combine (00:30), trading possibilities for the No.5 and No.37 picks (3:30), how important an addition to the offensive line can be crucial the offense (16:00). Chargers Assistant General Manager Chad Alexander also joins the podcast to talk about is first few weeks working with the Chargers (32:00).

NOW PLAYING video Guilty As Charged: 2024 Combine Recap and Mock Draft Steven Haglund and Tyler Schoon of the Guilty as Charged podcast are bringing their insights and perspective to the LA Chargers podcast network! On this week's episode, Steven and Tyler recap the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine and why they believe the Bolts are in a great spot with the 5th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft due to so much depth in the quarterback class this year (2:15). The hosts continue to break down players who are now on their radar after the combine (8:45), those who may have fallen down the draft boards (23:00), and spend the second half of the episode completing a mock draft (30:00).

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly From Indy: ESPN's Matt Miller and The Film Room's Brett Kollmann Matt "Money" Smith and Chris Hayre wrap things up from Indy with ESPN's Matt Miller (02:00), who shares his thoughts on what the Chargers should address in the 2024 NFL Draft. Later, Brett Kollmann gives his thoughts on prospects the team could identify in both early and late rounds (15:30).

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly From Indy: The Athletic's Nate Tice, ESPN's Mina Kimes Matt "Money" Smith and Chris Hayre are joined by The Athletic's Nate Tice to discuss offensive line prospects (1:45), where the quarterbacks may land around the Chargers in the first round and whom he would want with the fifth selection if he were Justin Herbert (10:00). Later, ESPN's Mina Kimes shares thoughts on the Chargers' roster, Washington WR Rome Odunze, and her preference at No. 5 overall (21:00).

NOW PLAYING video Guilty As Charged: Breaking Down Potential Free Agency Moves Steven Haglund and Tyler Schoon of the Guilty as Charged podcast are bringing their insights and perspective to the LA Chargers podcast network! On this episode, Steven and Tyler discuss General Manager Joe Hortiz's press conference from the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine. The hosts break down their takeaways from the press conference including what Hortiz had to say about the draft (8:00), and what being creatively aggressive in free agency could look like for the Bolts (15:00). The pair then dive into multiple potential free agency scenarios and moves the front office could take.

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly From Indy: All Things Draft and Free Agency With ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Fox Sports' Bruce Feldman and NFL.com's Lance Zierlein Matt "Money" Smith and Chris Hayre are joined by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler to discuss how the Chargers may approach free agency (2:30); Fox Sports' Bruce Feldman on Jim Harbaugh's return to the NFL (15:00) ; and NFL.com's Lance Zierlein's prospect rankings, specifically among offensive linemen (36:35).

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly From Indy: PFF's Sam Monson and ESPN Jordan Reid on Potential Fits For Bolts in 2024 Draft Matt "Money" Smith and Chris Hayre react to general manager Joe Hortiz' press conference in Indianapolis before being joined by Pro Football Focus' Sam Monson (15:35) and ESPN draft analyst Jordan Reid (38:30). Both discuss the strength of the draft class, options for the Chargers at No. 5 overall and potential fits in later rounds.

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly: Coaching Staff Updates, Draft Scenarios and Super Bowl Recap Matt "Money" Smith and Chris Hayre share their thoughts on Jim Harbaugh's coaching staff (00:25), discuss possibilities at No. 5 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft and recap the Super Bowl (12:00). Presented by Microsoft Surface.

NOW PLAYING video Guilty As Charged: Top Prospects for Harbaugh in 2024 NFL Draft Steven Haglund and Tyler Schoon of the Guilty as Charged podcast are bringing their insights and perspective to the LA Chargers podcast network! In this week's episode, the hosts are joined by PFF NFL Draft Analyst Trevor Sikkema to break down the top fits for Head Coach Jim Harbaugh in the 2024 NFL Draft. They discuss Sikkema's reaction to the hiring of Head Coach Jim Harbaugh and General Manager Joe Hortiz (3:00), the chances of selecting an offensive lineman in the first round (26:00), and how this year's draft has a loaded cornerback class (41:00).

NOW PLAYING video Chargers Weekly: An Interview With New GM Joe Hortiz Matt "Money" Smith and Chris Hayre are joined by new general manager Joe Hortiz to discuss his first full week in L.A., teaming up with Jim Harbaugh, the current Chargers roster, the landscape of the AFC West and much more. Presented by Microsoft Surface.

NOW PLAYING video Guilty As Charged: Reaction to Joe Hortiz's Introductory Press Conference Steven Haglund and Tyler Schoon of the Guilty as Charged podcast are bringing their insights and perspective to the LA Chargers podcast network! In this week's episode, the hosts offer their reaction to General Manager Joe Hortiz's introductory press conference. They break down how Hortiz will bring more compensatory picks in this year's draft (2:30), the importance of the connection between Hortiz and Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (11:30), and finally, what Defensive Coordinator Jesse Minter brings to the Bolts (32:00).

NOW PLAYING video Puro Chargers Sobre la Conferencia de Prensa de Entrenador en Jefe Jim Harbaugh Adrián García Márquez y Francisco Pinto se reúnen para discutir la prensa de entrenador en jefe recién instaurado Jim Harbaugh y sus reacciones iniciales. Luego, Adrian y Francisco hablan del futuro brillante para quarterback Justin Herbert bajo el liderazgo de Jim Harbaugh.

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video Chargers and Nike Host Girl Scouts Flag Football Event Nearly 150 local Girl Scouts came together for a day of flag football skills and fundamentals on the Bolts' training camp fields at Jack Hammett Sports Complex.

video Chargers, SoFi Celebrate Bolt Academy Graduation Event 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. 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.

news Los Angeles Chargers Release Corey Linsley The Los Angeles Chargers today announced the release of center Corey Linsley.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Tackle Alex Leatherwood The Los Angeles Chargers today signed tackle Alex Leatherwood.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Defensive Lineman Justin Eboigbe The Los Angeles Chargers today signed rookie defensive lineman Justin Eboigbe (selected No. 105 overall).

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Chris Collins The Los Angeles Chargers today signed outside linebacker Chris Collins. In a corresponding move, the team waived outside linebacker Brevin Allen.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Bud Dupree The Los Angeles Chargers today signed outside linebacker Bud Dupree.

news Bolts Sign Six Members of 2024 Draft Class, 21 Undrafted Free Agents The Los Angeles Chargers announced that the team has signed six players selected in the 2024 draft class to rookie contracts.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign DJ Chark Jr. The Los Angeles Chargers today signed wide receiver DJ Chark Jr.

news Los Angeles Chargers Agree to Terms with Undrafted Free Agents The Los Angeles Chargers agreed to terms with the following undrafted free agents on Saturday after the conclusion of the 2024 NFL Draft

video Who's Next?: 2024 NFL Draft Hype Video Watch never-before-seen pre-draft interviews with Justin Herbert, Derwin James Jr. and more while gearing up to find out who will be the next Chargers draft pick.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign J.K. Dobbins The Los Angeles Chargers today signed running back J.K. Dobbins.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Ben Mason The Los Angeles Chargers today signed tight end/fullback Ben Mason.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Kristian Fulton The Los Angeles Chargers today signed cornerback Kristian Fulton.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Pro Bowl Linebacker Denzel Perryman The Los Angeles Chargers today signed linebacker Denzel Perryman.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Bradley Bozeman The Los Angeles Chargers today signed center Bradley Bozeman.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Troy Dye The Los Angeles Chargers today signed linebacker Troy Dye.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Easton Stick The Los Angeles Chargers today signed quarterback Easton Stick

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Poona Ford The Los Angeles Chargers today signed defensive lineman Poona Ford

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Hayden Hurst The Los Angeles Chargers today signed tight end Hayden Hurst.

news Los Angeles Chargers Trade Keenan Allen to Chicago Bears The Los Angeles Chargers today traded wide receiver Keenan Allen to the Chicago Bears in exchange for a 2024 fourth-round pick (110th overall).

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Tight End Will Dissly The Los Angeles Chargers today signed tight end Will Dissly to a multi-year contract.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Alohi Gilman The Los Angeles Chargers today signed safety Alohi Gilman to a multi-year contract.

news Los Angeles Chargers Agree to Terms with Gus Edwards The Los Angeles Chargers today agreed to terms with running back Gus Edwards on a multi-year contract.

news Los Angeles Chargers Part Ways with Mike Williams The Los Angeles Chargers today announced the release of wide receiver Mike Williams.

news Los Angeles Chargers Tender Offers to Cameron Dicker and Foster Sarell The Los Angeles Chargers today placed tenders on kicker Cameron Dicker and tackle Foster Sarell.

news Los Angeles Chargers Release Eric Kendricks The Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday announced the release of linebacker Eric Kendricks.

video Let's Play: Jordan McFadden and Scott Matlock in Madden 24 On the latest edition of Let's Play, rookie defensive lineman Scott Matlock and rookie offensive lineman Jordan McFadden go head-to-head in a game of Madden 24, while kicker Cameron Dicker asks them questions. See who wins the matchup between the two Chargers rookies. Powered by Southern California McDonald's.

video Lets Play: Eric Kendricks and Kenneth Murray in FIFA 23 On the latest edition of Let's Play, linebackers Eric Kendricks and Kenneth Murray go head-to-head in FIFA 23, while kicker Cameron Dicker asks them questions. See who wins the matchup between the two Chargers players. Powered by Southern California McDonald's.

video Lets Play: Alohi Gilman and Michael Davis race in F1 22 On the latest edition of Let's Play, safety Alohi Gilman and cornerback Michael Davis go head-to-head in F1 22, while kicker Cameron Dicker asks them questions. See who wins the matchup between the two Chargers players. Powered by Southern California McDonald's.

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign 11 Players to Contracts The Los Angeles Chargers today signed the following 11 players to Reserve/Future free agent contracts. 10 of the players finished the 2023 season on the team's practice squad:

news Los Angeles Chargers Sign Ty Shelby to Active Roster; Place Justin Hollins on Injured Reserve The Los Angeles Chargers today signed outside linebacker Ty Shelby to the active roster. In a corresponding move, outside linebacker Justin Hollins on Reserve/Injured. The team also elevated defensive lineman Christopher Hinton and guard/tackle Austen Pleasants from the practice squad for Sunday's game. Additionally, linebacker Tanner Muse is downgraded to 'out' for Sunday as he has not been activated from Reserve/Injured; Designated for Return.

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