The new Chargers defensive coordinator, Jesse Minter, is looking forward to taking over this Los Angeles defense and that includes safety Derwin James. "I'm excited just to sort of try to try to unleash Derwin," Minter said. 

After undergoing a 49-point blowout loss to the Raiders in prime time, the Los Angeles Chargers still "believe in" head coach Brandon Staley according to veteran LB Khalil Mack

The NFL announced today the 32 nominees for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide. 

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. (ankle) is a game-time decision in Sunday's Week 7 game versus Kansas City Chiefs, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported, per sources. 

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The Chargers have been waiting for the defense to turn the corner for years, particularly struggling the past two seasons under coach Brandon Staley. Derwin James sees a defense that will finally put it together.

It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2023 NFL season. Which players joined Jets CB Sauce Gardner from Nos. 30-21?

Is there a defensive player who impacts the game more than Micah Parsons? What makes Justin Jefferson such a force at receiver? Bucky Brooks ranks the top 10 non-quarterback franchise building blocks in the NFL heading into the 2023 season.

What would the NFL's richest starting lineup look like? Anthony Holzman-Escareno assembles an all-star collection of the highest-paid players at each position heading into the 2023 season.

In the aftermath of Saturday's epic collapse from a 27-0 lead in Jacksonville, Los Angeles Chargers players defended coach Brandon Staley, whose future came under fire following the 31-30 loss to the Jaguars.

Travis Kelce and Justin Jefferson are unanimous choices for The Associated Press 2022 NFL All-Pro Team, and Sauce Gardner is the first rookie cornerback selected in 41 years.

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Los Angeles Chargers All-Pro safety Derwin James was disqualified Monday night against the Indianapolis Colts for a vicious, helmet-to-helmet hit on wide receiver Ashton Dulin. 

The AFC and NFC rosters for the 2023 Pro Bowl Games were revealed Wednesday night on NFL Network and NFL.com.

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Minnesota wide receiver Justin Jefferson and Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes led the way when the NFL's Players of the Month for November were released Thursday. 

Moral victories weren't enough for a Chargers team that continued to be beset by injuries in a hard-fought 22-16 loss to the 49ers on Sunday night, NFL Network's Bridget Condon writes. 

A wild play helped flip the script from agony to ecstasy for the Chargers in their victory over the Falcons on Sunday. Reporting from Atlanta, Jim Trotter says there's no overstating the significance of the comeback win.

Safeties play a critical role in today's NFL. So, who are the top dogs at the position in the early goings of the 2022 season? The Next Gen Stats analytics team's top-10 ranking spotlights familiar names, breakout studs and instant-impact rookies.

Who is poised to nab NFL MVP? How about Defensive Player of the Year? And which rookies will take home the hardware? As we head into the 2022 season, NFL.com analysts predict every award winner.

It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2022 NFL season. Which 10 players make up Nos. 50-41?

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman is being evaluated for a groin injury. Find out what other news NFL.com is tracking on Wednesday.

Derwin James signed a four-year, $76.5 million extension with the Chargers that will make him the highest-paid safety in NFL history, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Wednesday. 

Which NFL players are poised to cash in after the 2022 season? Gregg Rosenthal provides an early look at the top 25 prospective free agents for 2023, and the class is headlined by a pair of quarterbacks with a 20-year(!) age difference: Lamar Jackson and Tom Brady.

Justin Herbert and Brandon Staley barely missed the playoffs last season. Are they ready to break into the postseason this time around? Adam Rank checks in on the state of the Los Angeles Chargers.

Watch the Los Angeles Chargers introduce Jim Harbaugh as the next head coach of their team.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James and Chargers linebacker Khalil Mack react to their team's blowout road loss on 'Thursday Night Football' to the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 15 of the 2023 NFL regular season.

Safety Derwin James Jr. shares what it means to be Los Angeles Chargers' Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominee.

It's considered the league's most prestigious honor: the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide. Here are the 32 nominees for this year, each of whom has strived to represent the values of respect, integrity, resiliency, and responsibility on and off the field.

The winner of the 2023 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide will be announced at this year's NFL Honors on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. The nominees and winner will also be honored on-field and in broadcast prior to the start of Super Bowl LVIII on February 11th.

The Los Angeles Chargers present Derwin James as the team's 2023 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. will play in the slot today.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James drops Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs for a 3-yard loss.

Los Angeles Chargers defensive back Derwin James makes a hit-stick tackle on New York Jets running back Breece Hall that sends shockwaves through MetLife Stadium.

Los Angeles Chargers defensive back Derwin James scoops up a fumble by New York Jets receiver Garrett Wilson just before he slides out of bounds.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James snags a deflected interception off Chicago Bears wide receiver Darnell Mooney's would-be catch.

"GMFB" picks which player or coach do you want to put on a show in Week 7.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo reveal the NFL players they'd like to see suit up for flag football competition in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

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Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James trips up Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry with potential TD-saving tackle.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James intercepts Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith pass at the goal line in the Pro Bowl Games.

Revealing AFC's flag football roster for Pro Bowl Games in 2023

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James breaks up a pass intended for Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton in the end zone.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James and Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (both wear #3) lead a moment of support for Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin at mid-field ahead of the Chargers vs. Broncos game.

Watch the best plays by the Los Angeles Chargers from Weeks 13 through 16 of the 2022 NFL season.

Los Angeles Chargers Safety Derwin James faces a possible fine, but not a suspension, after an illegal hit against the Indianapolis Colts.

Los Angeles Chargers defensive back Derwin James looks like he could be an All-Pro wide receiver on a leaping interception of Indianapolis Colts quarterback Nick Foles.

Take a look at the defensive backs who were named to the AFC and NFC rosters for the 2023 Pro Bowl Games in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Mia Burleson shares the most interesting facts about Week 14 of the 2022 season.

NFL Network's Jeffri Chadiha spotlights the 2022 candidates for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.

The Los Angeles Chargers present safety Derwin James as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.