Chargers

Chargers Hire Jim Harbaugh, Fans Expect Big Things For Justin Herbert As A Result

by

The Los Angeles Chargers have hired Jim Harbaugh as their next head coach. Harbaugh returns to the NFL after nine seasons at his alma mater, Michigan. Harbaugh leaves the Wolverines after earning three Big 10 titles and capturing the program’s first National Championship since 1995. “Jim Harbaugh is football personified, and I can think of no one better to lead the Chargers forward. The son of a coach, brother of a coach and father of a coach who himself was coached by names like Schembechler and Ditka, for the past two decades Jim has led hundreds of men to success everywhere he’s been — as their coach. And today, Jim Harbaugh returns to the Chargers, this time as our coach. Who has it better than us?” Chargers owner Dean Spanos said in a statement.

Harbaugh, who enjoyed a successful tenure in San Francisco that was marred with front-office clashes, also spoke on his excitement for the role. “The only job you start at the top is digging a hole, so we know we’ve got to earn our way. This organization is putting in the work — investing capital, building infrastructure and doing everything within its power to win. Great effort equals great results, and we’re just getting started,” Harbaugh said.

Read More: Tim Tebow Nearly Left The NFL For Wrestlemania

Will Jim Harbaugh Make Justin Herbert Elite?

However, one element of Harbaugh taking over the Chargers that fans are most excited about is the development of Justin Herbert. The young quarterback, who signed a lengthy extension last offseason, is seen as an elite signal caller in the making. Throughout his coaching career, Harbaugh has been viewed as a “quarterback whisperer”. From Josh Johnson at San Diego to Andrew Luck at Stanford to Colin Kaepernick at the 49ers to J.J. McCarthy at Michigan, Harbaugh knows how to get the best out of his QB.

Herbert, entering his fifth year in the league in 2024, is still very much a diamond in the rough. He has an absolute cannon for an arm and excels in the pocket. However, Brandon Staley’s high-risk offense might not have been the best fit for him. He has yet to play a full season without double-digit interceptions. Despite this, pundits from RG3 to Dan Orlovsky believe that Harbaugh’s more methodical playcalling and QB development could turn Herbert into one of the league’s best. What do you think – will Jim Harbaugh unlock Herbert’s true potential?

Read More: Tyreek Hill Seemingly Files For Divorce, Tries To Deny It On Social Media

[via]

The post Chargers Hire Jim Harbaugh, Fans Expect Big Things For Justin Herbert As A Result appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

SOURCE SPORTS: Jim Harbaugh Inks Five-Year Deal to Coach Chargers

by
John Harbaugh Inks Five-Year Deal to Coach Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers have their coach. After leading the Michigan Wolverines to the college football national championship, Jim Harbaugh will join the NFL franchise.

According to ESPN‘s Adam Schefter, Harbaugh’s deal is worth five years.

“The only job you start at the top is digging a hole, so we know we’ve got to earn our way,” Harbaugh said in a statement. “… This organization is putting in the work — investing capital, building infrastructure and doing everything within its power to win. Great effort equals great results, and we’re just getting started.”

“Jim Harbaugh is football personified, and I can think of no one better to lead the Chargers forward,” Chargers owner Dean Spanos said in a statement. “The son of a coach, brother of a coach and father of a coach who himself was coached by names like Schembechler and Ditka, for the past two decades Jim has led hundreds of men to success everywhere he’s been — as their coach. And today, Jim Harbaugh returns to the Chargers, this time as our coach. Who has it better than us?”

During his tenure at Michigan, Harbaugh went 86-25. He now inherits a talent roster with quarterback Justin Herbert, along with Keenan Allen, Khalil Mack, Austin Ekeler, and Derwin James.

The post SOURCE SPORTS: Jim Harbaugh Inks Five-Year Deal to Coach Chargers first appeared on The Source.

The post SOURCE SPORTS: Jim Harbaugh Inks Five-Year Deal to Coach Chargers appeared first on The Source.

Chargers To Interview Jim Harbaugh

by

The Los Angeles Chargers are the first team to schedule an interview with Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh for their head coaching vacancy. The Chargers are one of six teams with coaching vacancies after firing third-year head coach Brandon Staley on December 15. Harbaugh ended his playing career with the Chargers, making 17 starts over the 1999 and 2000 seasons. If hired, Harbaugh would be the first Chargers head coach to come from the college landscape since Mike Riley came over from Oregon State in 1999.

Harbaugh has served as Michigan’s head coach since 2015 and led the Wolverines to a National Championship earlier this month. While most of Harbaugh’s coaching experience is mostly at the college level, he did serve as the 49ers head coach for four seasons. He led the Niners to a Super Bowl appearance and NFC title games in three of his four seasons. However, Harbaugh was ousted in 2014 after an 8-8, following which the Niners cleaned house. As a result, Harbaugh returned to his alma mater in Ann Arbor.

Read More: Kalen DeBoer To Succeed Nick Saban At Alabama

Jim Harbaugh Considering NFL Return

Despite repeatedly asserting his commitment to Michigan, recent moves by Harbaugh suggest that he is at least considering an NFL return. He hired Don Yee, Tom Brady’s long-time agent who also represents Broncos head coach Sean Payton. Harbaugh interviewed with the Vikings two years ago and had preliminary discussions with both the Broncos and Panthers last season. Despite this, he remained with the Wolverines both times. 2023, despite the national championship, was a frustrating year for Michigan. Harbaugh was suspended for six games for recruiting violations and later sign-stealing allegations.

However, Harbaugh is not the only person the Chargers are considering. They have interviewed six candidates over the last week. Two are internal candidates – interim head coach Giff Smith and OC Kellen Moore. The others are external – Raiders DC Patrick Graham, Ravens OC Todd Monken, Ravens DC Mike Macdonald, and Niners DC Steve Wilks. The next coach of the Chargers will inherit a franchise quarterback in

Read More: Bill Belichick Could Join Playoff Team, Adam Schefter Claims

[via]

The post Chargers To Interview Jim Harbaugh appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Chargers Fire Brandon Staley After Two And A Half Seasons

by

The Los Angeles Chargers have fired Brandon Staley before the end of his third season. The firing comes after the Chargers were blown out 63-21 on Thursday Night Football. However, the team played without starting quarterback Justin Herbert, who was out with a fractured finger. The team also fired GM Tom Telesco. Staley becomes the second Chargers head coach to be fired midseason. The first was Kevin Gillbride, who was fired in 1998.

“These decisions are never easy, nor are they something I take lightly — especially when you consider the number of people they impact. We are clearly not where we expect to be, however, and we need new vision. Doing nothing in the name of continuity was not a risk I was willing to take. Our fans have stood strong through so many ups and downs and close games. They deserve more. Frankly, they’ve earned more,” team owner Dean Spanos said in a statement. Herbert, who is still viewed as the franchise’s future, will now play under his third head coach since being drafted.

Read More: Panthers Tickets Are Less Than A Dollar On The Resale Market

Brandon Staley Fails To Capitalize On Golden Opportunity

Brandon Staley was brought in by Spanos ahead of the 2021 season, coming in to mentor then-second-year quarterback Justin Herbert. However, despite being a defensive-minded head coach, the Chargers were never able to find any sort of defensive consistency. They finished 9-8 in Staley’s first season and only improved to 10-7 in the next season. Furthermore, Staley’s tenure has been defined by major defensive failings. In the 2022 playoffs, the Chargers raced out to a 27-0 lead against the Jags, only to lose 30-31.

Staley finishes his first head coaching gig with a 24-24 regular-season record. Staley has been coaching at the NFL level since 2017 but cut his teeth with scrappy college programs. It’s unclear what is next for the man once hailed as the next young great head coach. The Chargers, now 5-9, are yet to announce their interim head coach. Their next game sees them host the Bills on December 23 as part of a pre-Christmas Saturday tripleheader.

Read More: Tyreek Hill Named In Two Paternity Suits

[via]

The post Chargers Fire Brandon Staley After Two And A Half Seasons appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Taylor Swift At Chiefs-Chargers, Kim Kardashian Uses “Speak Now” On Instagram Story

by

For the second game in a row, Taylor Swift has been spotted at Arrowhead Stadium. Swift was seen alongside Brittany Mahomes, who she vibed with at Chiefs-Broncos last week. The two were spotted having some pre-game fun, with Mahomes dancing as she held her son Patrick III. This is Swift’s fourth Chiefs game overall, with the team 4-0 with her in the stands.

Meanwhile, Kim Kardashian also got on the Swift train in her own way. She reposted a birthday message from a friend on Instagram which included audio from Swift’s “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)”. Kardashian turned 43 this week, celebrating the occasion with a star-studded bash at Funke in Beverly Hills.

Read More: Taylor Swift Fans Swarm Restaurant After Rumors That Singer Was There With Travis Kelce

Travis Kelce To Follow Swift On Tour Next Year

Furthermore, it was recently revealed that Traylor had plans to go international next year. A new report suggests that Travis Kelce will be jetsetting for a good part of the NFL offseason. According to Entertainment Tonight, Kelce will join girlfriend Taylor Swift on the international leg of her Eras Tour next year. “Travis and Taylor are all in… [They] are very serious about their careers, and the two bond over that and want to show support for each other whenever they can,” a source told the outlet. Furthermore, the source claims Kelce will travel with Swift to Brazil for her concerts from November 17-19. However, that feels unlikely given that Kelce has a marquee matchup against the Eagles on November 20.

However, it’s definitely fair to assume that his plans include a majority of next year’s tour dates. Swift kicks things off in Japan in February. Depending on how the Chiefs do this year, Kelce will be unlikely to attend as the Tokyo concerts coincide with the days in the run-up to the Super Bowl. However, the rest of the dates between late February and the start of Chiefs training camp in August should be wide open for Kelce to attend. That run of shows sees Swift tour both Asia and Europe.

Read More: Travis Kelce Stars In “National Tight Ends Day” Rap Video

[via][via]

The post Taylor Swift At Chiefs-Chargers, Kim Kardashian Uses “Speak Now” On Instagram Story appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Best And Worst Of NFL Schedule Announcements

by

In recent years, the announcement of the NFL schedule has become an event unto itself. Teams relish the opportunity to hype and humor fans about their upcoming season. Furthermore, it’s a chance to energize younger viewers and fans by jumping on the latest trends and memes.

After numerous leaks and teases, the NFL schedule for 2023 was released at 8pm on May 11. Soon after, most teams revealed their individual schedules with pre-recorded videos. However, no all of these videos were made equal and we’re here to break down the best, and the worst, of the league’s 32 schedule announcements.

The Best Of The 2023 Schedule Announcements

KANSAS CITY, MO – APRIL 27: A super fan of the LA Chargers displays his gauntlet during Round One of the 2023 NFL Draft on Thursday April 27, 2023 at Union Station in Kansas City, MO. (Photo by Nick Tre. Smith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

The Chargers won the schedule announcement for the second year in a row. After debuting their reference-filled anime announcement in 2022, the Chargers ran it back with another anime announcement this year. As with 2022, the highlight of 2023 was the absolute shade thrown at one opponent. Last year it was a joke about not making a joke about the Browns. This year, it was putting up information about gambling addiction when revealing a game against the Lions.

Other notable announcements included DeForest Buckner and Grover Stewart “eating the schedule” for the Colts. Meanwhile, the Broncos concluded their trilogy of The Office parodies, featuring Peyton Manning and The Office‘s Angela Kinsey. Elsewhere, the Jets tasked Geogussr god “Rainblot” to uncover their schedule while the 49ers employed the skills of rapper Locksmith.

The Worst Schedule Announcements of 2023

PHILADELPHIA, PA – MAY 05: Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni looks on during Philadelphia Eagles rookie mini training camp on May 5, 2023 at the Novacare Training Complex in Philadelphia, PA. (Photo by Andy Lewis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Let’s start with the Eagles and Cardinals. Neither team produced a schedule video this year, with both opting to produce a Twitter thread instead. The Eagles compared their opponents to cute dogs while the Cardinals went with Spotify tracks. Very tame, very boring. The Eagles turned it into a video but still, low-effort work.

The Commanders, Lions, and Buccaneers all did videos around the joke of “what if we AI-generated the schedule release” but unfortunately, it appears that AI doesn’t know what comedy is. Meanwhile, the Raiders did a video that looks exactly like the sort of thing that the head office forces its employees to make in order to look “cool”. As for the rest of the league, there were some videos that were fun enough but didn’t exactly wow you. Honorable mention goes to to Saints and Jaguars for making videos with the exact same premise of “here’s the guy who scripts the NFL”. Regardless, what was your favorite video? Are you excited about the NFL season? Let us know in the comments

Joey Bosa Uses Homophobic Language During Exchange With Eagles Fans

by

Joey Bosa got into a heated argument with fans in Philidelphia prior to the Eagles’ game against the San Francisco 49ers. The incident comes after the Chargers lost to the Jaguars in the Wild Card round after forfeting a 27-point lead.

“Bosa,” one Eagles fan repeatedly yelled. “When do the Chargers play?”

The Chargers linebacker then remarked that the fan recording the incident was Snapchatting his “butt buddies.”

“No just videoing you — the guy who’s not playing today!” he replied.

INGLEWOOD, CA – JANUARY 01: Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa (97) walks on the field after an NFL regular season game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Los Angeles Chargers on January 01, 2023, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

From there, the fan poked fun at Bosa for being fined $55,546 from the NFL for unsportsmanlike conduct in that game.

“They’re good, because I can afford it,” Bosa said back. “I’m fucking rich, you fucking broke bitch.”

Bosa was in attendance at the game in support of his brother, Nick, who plays for the 49ers. The Eagles ended up running away with the game after a critical injury to 49ers’ quarterback Brock Purdy. The last pick in the 2022 NFL Draft went down with an elbow injury early in the contest. He ended up returning to the field in the third quarter. Regardless, the Eagles won 31-7.

With the victory, the Eagles advance to Super Bowl LVII. The team’s opponent will be determined when the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday night.

Super Bowl LVII is scheduled for February 12. In addition to the game, Rihanna will be headlining the halftime show.

Check out the video of Joey Bosa’s argument with the fans below.

[Via]