[2][3] Playing career[edit] 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. Don`t get me wrong. Sorry chargers fans, you are gonna be wasting an elite QB for a few a couple more yearshopefully he doesnt get disgruntled and want out. Joke of a franchise. Defense lot this game plain and simple. Yes. The Chargers visit the 49ers for a primetime battle on Sunday Night Football. In 2023, a first-round exit simply won't be acceptable. 2 Alabama mounts massive comeback amid ejections to beat Auburn, claim SEC title, Ravens GM says he's 'optimistic' team can get a deal done with QB Lamar Jackson, Add Anthony Davis (foot) to Lakers' injury woes; AD, LeBron and DLo all out tonight, Aaron Rodgers offers vague update on his NFL future: 'All the answers are right inside me'. Last season, the Chargers dropped three of their final four games to miss out on the postseason. Im struggling to come up with any way hes an improvement on Anthony Lynn. But Sately calls the defense. The team is going to need to free up even more money to re-sign any expiring free agents. But they wont which is why this franchise is where its at. He also served as the Angels beat writer for The Times and the Register. We start with head coach Brandon Staley, whose NFL career dates . January 17, 2023 at 1:38 pm. New excuse 1) Herbert is on his X th OC in Y years! Powered by Southern California McDonald's. 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. The Chargers are like the LA Clippers. I think you saw kind of a complete performance by our group from start to finish.". The Chargers will have to free up just over $24 million to pay its draft class and that is just the start. He led the Chargers to their first playoff appearance since 2018 with a 10-7 regular-season mark. Chargers players say coach Brandon Staley's demeanor and approach when the team was struggling with a 6-6 record helped guide them to the playoffs. "I love how he's been trained in football, I think that really brought us together and then just competing against him in the league and knowing how tough of a cover he is," Staley added. https://t.co/6AbISXHf1x. Staley later harped on "the play style that I believe in" and "maximizing the quarterback," as key traits that Staley was looking for in a new offensive coordinator. 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. Somebody needs to explain the difference between frugal and cheap to Spanos. The Chargers will take on the Indianapolis Colts on Monday at 5:15pm at Lucas Oil Stadium. "Our players already know that and I'm excited for him to impact our entire unit.". Signing Herbert as soon as possible would seem to be the most advantageous approach for the Chargers since his price isnt going to go down with the passing of time. 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. Its not like he blew a 33 point lead to a mediocre fraud of a team or anything. 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. It doesnt happen overnight.. 11 of the players finished the 2022 season on the team's practice squad. 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. January 17, 2023 at 2:21 pm Given how good Herbert is, its almost hard for them to not make the playoffs. Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley shares his expectations for new offensive coordinator Kellen Moore and more. Where he [starts] remains to be seen based on free agency and the draft.". As a former college quarterback evolved into an NFL defensive coordinator, Brandon has been touted for his ability to see football from both sides. #window. 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. Had he just taken those two field goal attempts, they wouldve beaten KC and locked up a playoff spot. could lose a 27 point lead, always thought that was the Head Coach and D.C.s job not to lose the lead, lowlyfinfan88 says: A strong finish was ruined by a stunning exit. He played college football at Central Michigan and was drafted by the 49ers in the first round of the 2007 NFL Draft . January 17, 2023 at 12:44 pm From there, Los Angeles went into a shell offensively, mustering just three more points in the remainder of the game while watching its defense crumble against Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars. You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! His vision goes even deeper than that. "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. How do you run the ball 5 times in the second half with a 20 + point lead!?! I lost respect for Staley when he carried water for Derwin Jamess incredibly dangerous full-speed helmet-to-helmet hit on Ashton Dulin. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. Staley-drafted pass rushers also have jumped at least 9 feet, 9 inches in the broad jump, and both Hollins and Lewis jumped at least 36.5 inches in the vertical. History tells us that it will. They believe that a reset to 0-0 will lead to different results. 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. Of those seven, only 2021 fifth round pick Brenden Jaimes has arms shorter than 33.5 inches. The three that ran the shuttle drill ran nearly identical times of 4.24 (Palmer), 4.25 (Winfree), and 4.26 (Miller). What unites this four players is arm length, specifically an arm length of over 33 inches. 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. and 2) The should have fired Staley last year. A day after losing in nightmarish fashion to the Jaguars in the playoffs, Chargers players were adamant in their support of coach Brandon Staley. 5 seed. Wow also says they gave up on Sean Payton. "You don't want to be in denial of what happened," Staley said of the . It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. You not only blew it, it was a historic loss. Story originally appeared on Chargers Wire, Brey celebrates last Notre Dame home game with shot of whiskey at South Bend dive bar, No. Staley has actually only seen three corners drafted, all three coming in the past two seasons as part of the Chargers. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl and https://twitter.com/AP_NFL, FILE - Los Angeles Chargers secondary coach Derrick Ansley works with cornerback Michael Davis (43) before an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Oct. 31, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. Now, this isnt to say that Staley and the Chargers will explicitly avoid any receivers that run 4.4 or faster, especially given the state of the offense heading into 2023. By JOE REEDY February 27, 2023. That's not how competition works. Let me help you my friend: We're doing everything we can to just be our best. 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. They could replace both with Payton, but if not, now they need a real OC. Defense lot this game plain and simple. kjdoyle58 says: Brandon Staley's decisions have come under fire, but the coach is committed to dealing with the blowback. It is the first time since 2012 the Chargers will have new coordinators under a returning head coach. Any Chargers fans that thought the Spanos Family was going to hire Sean Payton, must be new fans of the team, it was never going to happen, Lombardi stacked this roster on both sides of the ball, it is Staley has been called out on TWITTER by his own players for his decision making (see the browns chargers game this year tweets by a certain WR then deleted). 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. Ansley does have experience as a defensive coordinator. The move implies that coach Brandon Staley will return for a third season, 27-point playoff collapse notwithstanding. Yeah they still ran an uptempo offense with a huge point advantage and didnt run enough. Hope they lose every game next year. What a shame Sean Payton + Justin Herbert = next gen Elite QB. 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. They dont like change. His spot in the Ring of Honor was cemented the day he executed one. Neither will the Chargers. free up money just to become cap compliant, Chargers will have to free up just over $24 million. "Give me 30 seconds," Jason told Brandon. While it can be difficult to get past a loss like this, Brandon Staley has revealed how he has dealt with the situation. Not a member? The Bolts .485 winning percentage since 2013 is 19th. COSTA MESA, Calif. Brandon Staley will be back for a third season as the Los Angeles Chargers head coach. "I'm really excited for DA and this opportunity. The Chargers will take on the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday at 1:05pm at State Farm Stadium. He was run out of Detroit after 1 1/2 seasons as OC. The 2023 NFL Scouting Combine is off and running, as Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley chatted with local media members Tuesday afternoon. Herbert fought through injuries. Players though rallied to the defense of their coach after the loss to the Jaguars, saying Staley is still learning as a head coach. If Joe Lombardi was named Joe Smith, he never gets that job to begin with. The Chargers return home for a primetime clash with the Denver Broncos on Monday Night Football. I think that is what we are searching for right now is to find a rhythm where we can score the ball at a higher level and be more explosive as a football team, Staley said on Dec. 28. On this edition of Let's Play, defensive linemen Sebastian Joseph-Day and Morgan Fox face off in NHL 22. Period. Going back even further, when defensive-minded George Seifert took over for offensive-minded Bill Walsh in San Francisco, the team actually won at a higher percentage, and continued winning Super Bowls. Also, forget the Rams. "Right now, it's too early to tell. I really felt we needed to get deeper on the lines of scrimmage and I felt like we did that. Only experts need apply. So I wasnt surprised at all to see it happen. On the seventh episode of ALL IN Season 2, learn about Khalil Mack's journey to the Chargers and his fight to prove his doubters wrong as the veteran edge rusher holds down the Bolts defense after Joey Bosa is sidelined with a groin injury. The Bolts will take on the Miami Dolphins for prime time clash on Sunday Night Football. offensively it would probably help if Williams and Allen could stay healthy. The Chargers had a shot at Payton, but now it looks like theyll keep Staley instead. However, general manager Tom Telesco told reporters. The Oline is a lot more talented than what the rushing numbers indicate. But the pattern of slower receivers with average testing numbers and some other, less quantifiable standout trait has followed Staley at every stop. "He's going to be a starter for us somewhere, I know that. We think sticking with Brandon Staley is an excellent idea. Johnson is someone who thrived in Brandon Staley's defense and could slot into that free safety spot with ease. "It's a significant injury so I'm not sure how he's going to respond because he's never had an injury like this," Staley added. With that said though, Staley has to GO!! Gone are offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi and passing game coordinator. _____________________________. As soon as they cut ties with him, Jim Bob Cooter somehow turned the offense around IMMEDIATELY, and the team finished 6-2. The Spanos have been horrible owners for years, I feel for Chargers fans. Allen turns 31 in April and is coming off a season in which he missed seven games because of a hamstring injury. Secure your 2022 Season Ticket Memberships today! Powered by Southern California McDonald's. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. 50-3 as a starter and just all the intangibles, all those qualities that make Boise so special, I think a lot of it had to do with Kellen Moore, who he is as a person, as a leader. "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. 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. COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) Brandon Staley will be back for a third season as the Los Angeles Chargers head coach. "Yeah, I think there's just a different level that we need to play at, offensively, particularly at the line of scrimmage, in the run game, and having a marriage of the run and the pass, creating more explosions on early downs, and I think there's just a style of play that's still out there for us," Staley said. He previously spent 20 years as a sports columnist for the Orange County Register and, before that, the Miami Herald. 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 . There are two distinct weight profiles among the four pass rushers Staleys teams have brought in during his NFL tenure: Chris Rumph and Justin Hollins were under 250 lbs, while Terrell Lewis and Kylie Fitts were 262 and 263, respectively. In . As long as the Spanos family owns the team itll remain a poverty franchise making moves like this rather than upgrading the coaching position while Herbert is still on a rookie contract and they have any SB window. Top Shots 2022: Best Locker Room Celebrations. "But I was really proud of the season we had, especially with all the challenges we were having throughout, I felt like the way we finished the season said a lot about the guys we had in the locker room.". Staley does not draft the players he only coaches them. The 2016 Falcons, who blew a 28-3 lead in Super Bowl LI, are still trying to chart a new course. Los Angeles also had the NFLs second-biggest discrepancy between passing and running plays (65% pass to 35% run). You cant only score 3 points the entire second half of games and expect your defense to hold an entire second half. You cant fire the owner and that is why the Chargers will always lose as long as the Spanos own the team. Allen missed seven of the first nine games because of a hamstring injury. Shane Steichen directed the Bolts offense as well as being QBs coach under Anthony Lynn in 2020 before Lynn was fired at the end of the season. Lombardi and the offensive staff also were unable to respond to halftime adjustments. Staley praised Lombardi late in the regular season for his ability to adjust to changes because of injuries. 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. Joe Lombardi is a nepo baby. . Staley said that getting Herbert on the move is among the top priorities for the offense going forward. But theres a bigger business consideration for ownership to ponder. "Where his best position is? Also, that total meltdown against Jax should have been the nail in his coffin. "All those guys mean a lot to us and they played at such a high level all year," Staley said. He routinely makes some of the best-looking throws of anyone in the league. The only real similarity between these four is a . The Chargers have announced that they have parted ways with offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi. The Chargers' collapse on Super Wild Card Weekend forced coach Brandon Staley to make changes to his offensive staff. Chargers coach Brandon Staley walks off the field after a win over the Indianapolis Colts on Dec. 26. So, hes clearly a problem. How much better would he already be if he wasnnt having to learn an entirely new offense basically every year? And, if it does, 2023 could be Staleys last season on the job, swinging the door open for someone like Jim Harbaugh or whoever else is at the top of the A list in 2024. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. When asked about his team's success with the play, GM Howie Roseman said, "All I know is everything we're doing is legal and works.". After a stellar rookie year, quarterback Justin Herbert continued to advance by being named to the Pro Bowl and setting numerous franchise records. The grandson of Vince Lombardi wont be pursuing a Lombardi Trophy in 2023 with the Chargers. Staley's aggression did not carry over into 2022. 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. Joseph Andrew Staley [1] (born August 30, 1984) is an American former football offensive tackle who played his entire career for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL). Both had previous ties to Brandon Staley. Hernndez: Is Brandon Staley the right coach to lead Justin Herbert and the Chargers? Now, what to do about the defense and the GM??? Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier told reporters Wednesday that the club is weighing the options for quarterback Tua Tagovailoa ahead of the fifth-year option deadline and isn't ruling out an extension this offseason. Staley said he views the 41-year-old as a rising star in the coaching world. Time to sell Dean. Thats why they stick in memory. Throughout 2022, it seemed as if their offense wasnt what it could have been, not with Herbert as the straw stirring what had become a lukewarm glass of pulp-filled orange juice. Telesco picks the players with the help of John Spanos who has no clue. 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. Don Shula, Chuck Noll, Jimmy Johnson, and Tom Landry were all defensive-minded coaches. "No, I have a lot of confidence in the way we've done things for two years, I have a lot of confidence in what I see on the football field week in and week out, I know the type of improvements that we've been able to make as a football team since I've been here," Staley said. A defensive minded head coach and he allowed a 27-0 collapse to get away from him. "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 have promoted Ansley to defensive coordinator. 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 previously served as the defensive coordinatorfor the Los Angeles Ramsin 2020 and also served as an assistant coach for the Denver Broncosand Chicago Bears. But parting ways with Allen would mean having to replace a lot of production, which the Chargers could try to do with Joshua Palmer and presumably a 2023 draft pick. offensively it would probably help if Williams and Allen could stay healthy. Kellen Moore was hired as offensive coordinator on Jan. 30 after Joe Lombardi was fired at the end of the season. . "I need 30 more seconds to enjoy this." More than nine months have passed since that day when Brandon Staley called his twin brother to tell him he. But wasnt that the only way this team could have a Lombardi? But Chargers will be Chargers. Staley also had questions to answer after his team blew a 27-0 lead in Jacksonville, losing to the upstart Jaguars, 31-30. Recently, Staleys teams have also skewed towards stronger players: Zion Johnson, Salyer, Jaimes, and 2020 seventh rounder Tremayne Anchrum all benched at least 26 reps of 225 lbs. Still, I think the case study of Fant is an interesting one. On the latest edition of Let's Play, Breiden Fehoko & Christian Covington go head-to-head for a game of NHL 22. Quite possibly. The defense was horrible last year and nothing changed. "It remains to be seen how that's all going to shake out. The Cleveland Browns are set to release safety John Johnson at the start of the new league year. Brandon Staley will be back for a third season as the Los Angeles Chargers head coach. I think we need to just keep building. Consider prior teams that have had a season end with a devastating and historic playoff loss. It makes sense to make changes to the offensive approach. Otherwise, that was a top 10 offense. They surely want to compete with, if not overtake, the Rams in the L.A. market.. He takes over for Renaldo Hill, who left to join Miami's staff as pass-game coordinator. 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. They surely want to compete with, if not overtake, the Rams in the L.A. market. All that was good for a Relative Athletic score of 9.89, meaning Fant is a 98.9% athlete at the position. The Los Angeles Chargers shook up their offensive coaching staff this week, firing coordinator Joe Lombardi and quarterbacks coach Shane Day. Which doesnt necessarily make him a great DC. 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. At this point, I see Herbert playing out his sentence in LA, then getting a massive contract from a contender who values generational talent over appearances. Telesco picks the players with the help of John Spanos who has no clue. What a joke. All rights reserved. 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. On the latest edition of Let's Play, Zion Johnson & Jamaree Salyer go head-to-head in a game of NBA 2K21. Staley is not the only coach that Johnson has ties to on this Chargers staff, either. We will ADD these to the All-Pro Injury List excuse and the Refs excuse. They keep Staley..they stay mired in mediocrityLombardi nothing but a scapegoat..Staley calls the defense He blew a 27 pt lead.. They also only scored one touchdown in the third quarter in the final 13 games. ", "Our approach is definitely going to get shot to win this ballgame and play as well as we can play heading into the playoffs. The Chargers will take on the Jacksonville Jaguars on Saturday at 5:15pm at TIAA Bank Stadium for the AFC Wild Card Game. "My first defensive coordinator game was against him when I was with the Rams and he was with Dallas. Again the offense, didnt lose the lead, its not like Herbert came out and throw 5 pick 6s in the second half. lutie1992 says: Ansley was the secondary coach on Brandon Staley's staff the past two seasons. Shoulda just stayed in San Diego. Staley is expected to remain the defensive play-caller though. 182. And even though multiple players have spoken out in favor of Staley, theyre like the rest of us. The Bolts will have continuity with Ansley in his new role, and with Tommy Donatell, too. Episode 8 of All IN is out now. "The flexibility that he has playing college tackle and his ability to move inside gives us a lot of flexibility. NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. "We're very fortunate that we drafted him, a great draft story for us," Staley added. The same cannot be said for some of his offensive staff. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. On the latest edition of Let's Play, DeAndre Carter & Gerald Everett go head-to-head for a game of Madden 23. The Chargers will take on the Atlanta Falcons in Week 9 at Mercedes Benz Stadium. I havent seen a lot of Chargers games, but Ive seen enough to know that Staley has been a disaster. Burrow was the No. Muschamp joins the Chargers after two seasons at the University of Georgia in the same capacity. 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. I think that there's certainly an advantage to be in the No. If you know the Chargers you know this was the most likely course of action. Four days after his team blew the third-largest lead in postseason history, Brandon Staley remains head coach of the Chargers. The timing of any Herbert contract could be directly tied to Cincinnatis Joe Burrow, who also will be eligible for an extension this offseason. February 28, 2023, 8:30 AM. The Chargers fired offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi and quarterbacks coach/passing game coordinator Shane Day on Tuesday, but head coach Brandon Staley remains on the job after the team blew a . I feel like we need to be able to finish late in the season, safety Derwin James said. There also have been mounting questions about the future of offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi, who finished his second season with the team. "But it's a part of sports and you got to get through them and I think that's what you've got to know as a competitor is that you got to get moving.". Get an inside look into what makes Khalil Mack one of the greatest EDGE rushers in the NFL on the latest episode of All In Season 2, out now. You are way in over your head! 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. Going forward, Staley said Salyer's permanent position is still a bit up in the air. First off, Shanahan got more grief and blame for that than did Ryan. 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. Staley said it's full steam ahead to 2023. He was fired in Detroit midway through his second year in 2015. That is when the memorable football happens. 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. Losers. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. The team on Tuesday. Staley is expected to remain the defensive play-caller though. I'm very excited about where we're at because I think that's truly the approach we need to take in the offseason.". Dumb move to not fire Staley and get Payton, but Lombardi HAD to go! For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Firing Staley and getting a better HC gives them a better shot at winning a SB with this roster. When it comes to other possible moves to free salary-cap space, the Chargers could release left guard Matt Feiler (and replace him with Jamaree Salyer) or restructure the contract of edge rusher Joey Bosa. Ansley was the secondary coach on Brandon Staley's staff the past two seasons. 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It`s not all about decisions and play calls, execution is the most important thing and he deserves some blame for not executing when needed most. The Chargers unrestricted free agents include: Drue Tranquill, Trey Pipkins III, Nasir Adderley, Kyle Van Noy, Bryce Callahan, Morgan Fox and DeAndre Carter. Do they go all in to alter the status quo, or do they keep treading water? The only reason Staley is sticking around is because ownership is too cheap to pay him and his replacement. Theyre going to totally waste the best years of Herberts career with a coach who will never be able to get them over the top. Herbert will now be on his 3rd offensive coordinator in 4 years in the NFL. The Cleveland Browns are set to release safety John Johnson at the. Players play and coaches need to coach and not be friends or buddies of the players. But for those collapses/gaffes, those teams would have won the SB. "I. Candidates must be extremely proficient at picking up 4th downs. Jeff Miller. 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