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Chargers Face Big Questions In Offseason

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by Craig on January 20, 2010

Which immature Chargers stars should stay, and which should go?  Is this the end of the line for L.T. and Merriman in San Diego?  And what positions should the Chargers focus on with their early picks in the 2010 draft?  Chris and Craig get a leg up on a busy offseason with this 619 Sports Chargers podcast:

 

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And Now, A Word From The Defense

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by Craig on November 16, 2009

It never looks good to get torched for 450 passing yards, but the Chargers still did a number of things well defensively in their 31-23 win over the Eagles.  Antonio Cromartie joined 619 Sports to discuss the crossing patterns that Philadelphia used so well:

 

Shawne Merriman was part of a pass rush that struggled to approach Donovan McNabb, who threw 55 times and was sacked just twice.  Shawne talked about the team’s red zone defense and more:

 

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Chargers Need To Consolidate Their Break

November 12, 2009
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ShareThe Chargers managed a memorable Escape From New York last week, and many on the team have called it a stepping stone victory.  All well and good, but before the Bolts get used to the view from atop that stone, they better realize their next step will be a doozy.  If the Chargers don’t back [...]

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The Most Hated Man In San Diego

November 6, 2009
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ShareAs the story goes….there were two monks standing alongside a shallow river when a beautiful young lady came across them and asked for a favor.
“I really need to get to the other side,” the damsel in distress said. “would it be possible for one of you to carry me across so I don’t get my [...]

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Angry Chargers Fans Want Change NOW!

October 23, 2009
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ShareThe screams came down from the stands on Monday: “Fire Norv!” “Fire A.J!”  ”Get rid of Merriman!”  Craig and Dave Palet discuss why Chargers fans are so quick to call for a housecleaning:
 

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Norv: “We’re Working To Get Our Guys Healthy”

October 12, 2009
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ShareThe Chargers returned to practice today, still with many of the regulars off the field.  Shawne Merriman, Shaun Phillips, Travis Johnson, Stephen Cooper, and Jacques Cesaire all sat out due to injury, while Antwan Applewhite and Scott Mruczkowski returned to the field.  Instead of thinking about lineup changes for his struggling defense, Norv Turner just [...]

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Chargers 24, Raiders 20: Postgame Bolts Tweets

September 15, 2009
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ShareThe Chargers escaped Oakland with a close win, their 12th straight over their “rivals” to the north.  After the game the Bolts hopped on their phones and laptops to start tweeting their relief, offer analysis of key plays and more.  Antonio Cromatie even took responsibility for the blown coverage between himself and Clinton Hart on [...]

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Chargers Give Back To The Navy

August 21, 2009
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ShareThe power of a pro sports team to inspire was on display Friday morning in Coronado, as thousands gathered at Naval Base San Diego to cheer their Chargers through what amounted to a lot of standing around.  For military families, injured soldiers, officers and gentlemen, Friday’s visit by the Chargers served as an opportunity to [...]

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Bolts: 1st Preseason Thoughts

August 16, 2009

ShareFirst, thanks to the fans for not filling up the “Q” so that Saturday night’s preseason opener against Seattle had to be tape-delayed on television. I tuned in at 10:30, and about all I had in me was one quarter.
I’ll leave it to the rest of you to break down what happened after that (and [...]

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Padres Would Like Your Attention

August 14, 2009
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This is the Padres’ ironic lot: the curtain is coming down on them right as the team is getting their act together. While San Diego turns away, their baseball club is just now showing some stick, some speed, a collection of interesting arms and an identity all their own. Nobody may notice, but the Padres are going to be worth watching down the stretch.

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