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| Chargers bring back QB Volek |
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07/30/2011 |
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| San Diego, CA (MySportsbook) - Quarterback Billy Volek agreed to a two-year contract with the San Diego Chargers on Saturday. "Having Billy back is great," Chargers general manager A.J. Smith said. "He has been an integral part of our team, knows our system and has performed well when called upon. Billy is a true pro, always prepared and ready to step in if necessary." Volek, a 12-year veteran, has spent the past five seasons with the Chargers and provided valuable insurance behind starter Philip Rivers. In 37 |
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| Chargers' Jackson signs tender, team brings in LaBoy |
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07/29/2011 |
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| San Diego, CA (MySportsbook) - San Diego Chargers wide receiver Vincent Jackson ended any speculation about a possible holdout after signing the team's one-year franchise tender offer on Friday. Jackson, who will make $11.3 million in 2011 as the Chargers' designated franchise player, has been at odds with the organization over his contract situation for the past two summers. The 2009 Pro Bowl selection sat out all of last year's camp after being tendered as a restricted free agent before finally rejoining the |
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| Sproles agrees to deal with Saints |
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07/29/2011 |
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| g back Darren Sproles says he's decided to sign with New Orleans. In an email to The Associated Press, Sproles says he's a Saint now and ``can't wait to get started.'' The speedy, 5-foot-6 Sproles, who has spent his first six NFL season with the San Diego Chargers, reached an agreement on a two-year deal but did not disclose the financial terms. The deal was reached on the same day that the Saints traded Reggie Bush to Miami. Like Bush, Sproles has proven an ability to produce big gains as a runner, receive |
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| Bears make plenty of TE moves, deal Olsen to Carolina |
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07/28/2011 |
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| hursday. The 27-year-old tight end played 60 games for the Steelers over the past four seasons, making 39 starts. Used mostly as a blocker, Spaeth has scored five touchdowns on 36 career catches for 275 yards. Manumaleuna spent four seasons with the San Diego Chargers before signing in Chicago. He played his first five years in the NFL with the St. Louis Rams, where his first head coach was Mike Martz, who is currently the Bears' offensive coordinator. Also known as a blocker, Manumaleuna has 115 catches for 1,00 |
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| Bears release TE Manumaleuna, pick up Spaeth |
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07/28/2011 |
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| hursday. The 27-year-old tight end played 60 games for the Steelers over the past four seasons, making 39 starts. Used mostly as a blocker, Spaeth has scored five touchdowns on 36 career catches for 275 yards. Manumaleuna spent four seasons with the San Diego Chargers before signing in Chicago. He played his first five years in the NFL with the St. Louis Rams, where his first head coach was Mike Martz, who is currently the Bears' offensive coordinator. Also knowns as a blocker, Manumaleuna has 115 catches for 1,0 |
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| Report: Chargers give S Weddle 5-year deal |
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07/27/2011 |
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| San Diego, CA (MySportsbook) - The San Diego Chargers have reportedly made Eric Weddle the highest paid safety in NFL history. The Union-Tribune reports that the Chargers have rewarded Weddle with a five- year contract worth $40 million, with $19 million fully guaranteed. The deal includes a $13 million signing bonus. Weddle emerged as a leader on defense last season for San Diego, recording 96 tackles and two interceptions in 16 games. His stellar performance led to his first Pro Bowl selection. The Utah prod |
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| Chargers agree with Spikes, Clary and McMichael |
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07/26/2011 |
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| San Diego, CA (MySportsbook) - The San Diego Chargers locked up three free agents on Tuesday, agreeing to terms with linebacker Takeo Spikes, offensive tackle Jeromey Clary and tight end Randy McMichael. The contracts, as well as safety Bob Sanders' previous agreement with the club, are expected to be signed Friday. Spikes, a 13-year veteran, agreed to a three-year deal with the Chargers after posting 109 tackles and three interceptions for the 49ers last year. The two- time Pro Bowl selection will be playing |
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| Cowboys-Chargers preseason game moved to August 21 |
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07/26/2011 |
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| Irving, TX (MySportsbook) - The Dallas Cowboys announced that the date of their preseason game against the San Diego Chargers has been changed to Sunday, August 21. The contest, which was originally scheduled to be played a day earlier, will now begin at 8:00 p.m. (et) and be broadcast nationally by NBC. |
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| Negotiations continue to end lockout |
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07/20/2011 |
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| erks. My job is to get a fair deal for all players, and I am proud to represent them all - past, present and future," Brees said. "All media claims about me wanting a personal reward for this deal are false. I hope you all know me better than that." San Diego Chargers wide receiver Vincent Jackson and New England Patriots guard Logan Mankins reportedly demanded to either be free agents or get $10 million as compensation for being plaintiffs in the case. Both players currently have the franchise tag designation. T |
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| Hall of Famer John Mackey passes away |
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07/07/2011 |
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| New York, NY (MySportsbook) - Pro Football Hall of Fame tight end John Mackey has passed away at the age of 69. Mackey played for 10 seasons, nine with the Baltimore Colts from 1963 through 1971. He finished his career with the San Diego Chargers a year later. A five-time Pro Bowl selection, Mackey famously snagged a deflected pass from Baltimore's Johnny Unitas for a 75-yard touchdown in Super Bowl V. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1992, Mackey caught 331 career passes for 5,236 yards and 38 touchdowns. He |
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