Serious Business: 5/9 Chargers Links

by Richard Wade on May 9, 2010 12:00 AM PDT in San Diego Chargers Daily Links

Ten months after he was shot three times, Curtis Brinkely out to make most of second chance
"The first question I asked was if I got released by the Chargers," Brinkley said. "I wanted to know if my dream of playing in the NFL was still alive."

Fun Loving Cam Thomas Lights Up Chargers Park
Thomas, nicknamed "Smiley" at the University of North Carolina, spoke to the media after his first practice as a professional. 619 Sports’ Craig Elsten and SDNN videographer Steven Bartholow were there to file this video report:

Chargers Rooks Get First Looks
The San Diego Chargers introduced their 2010 rookie class to a taste of life in the NFL today, putting the group through their paces in the first full day of rookie orientation. 619 Sports' Craig Elsten files this video report from Chargers Park:

Crompton eager to learn as Bolts’ No. 3 QB - Nick Canepa
Jonathan David Crompton has the right attitude. Being a No. 3 quarterback in the NFL isn’t a bad gig. You make good money just to pay attention and act serious on the sideline. You’re a groin pull away from No. 2. And, with a little luck, you can be Charlie Whitehurst when you grow up.

Which rookie receiver will grab a spot? - Kevin Acee
The Chargers are looking for a new fifth receiver to join Vincent Jackson, Malcom Floyd, Legedu Naanee and Buster Davis.

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ah, the lights come on...

now i see where the chargers a looking to fill their backfield. i hope Brinkley earns a spot, if for any other reason, he’s gone through a lot to get here. i wonder though, if he had made the squad last year, would the running game have looked different in 09?

The peanut gallery has spoken!!!

by gatesoftds on May 9, 2010 12:22 AM PDT reply actions

I'd like to see Ajerotutu grab the inside track for the 5th WR spot

Not a fan of Banks, he didn’t really show anything in the preseason last year and I’m still pissed that they kept him in favor of Charly Martin.

I like me some big wide recievers, so I’d prefer Seyi over Williams. I’d also like to see the kid from Lindenwood, Marcel whatshisname, make an impact.

The Padres are good, but make no mistake: we've gotta beef up the linwup.

If I had a nickel from every SBN blog that has banned me, Arrowhead Pride would owe me 5¢.

by StrangeBroP25 on May 9, 2010 9:41 AM PDT reply actions

Chargers don't carry 5 receivers

Sure, the guy has the same jersey number that other receivers have, but he’s essentially always just a special teams player. Any spread package contains a TE and a RB in this offense in order to exploit defensive matchups, so this position battle is a snoozer to me.

What will be interesting is the dime position on defense, starting safety across Weddle, and the defensive line rotation.

by Marver on May 9, 2010 11:03 PM PDT reply actions

If Gregory makes the club I would think he would come in on the dime package

by Grey Suit on May 10, 2010 7:23 AM PDT up reply actions

Maybe

But I could also see, Vasher and Strickland both being in on the dime package. Health allowing.

No, I don't think you're an idiot. Please don't go trying to prove me wrong about that.

Bolts from the Blue - General Manager: It is what it isn't

by Wonko on May 10, 2010 11:05 AM PDT up reply actions

The Chargers carried

5 receivers last year (6 counting Osgood), before cutting Chambers. Why wouldn’t they carry 5 this year?

by SoCalBoltFan on May 10, 2010 10:03 AM PDT up reply actions

Also

A.J. has stated that the 5th WR position is open for a UDFA to win and that’s a big reason of why they were able to get top guys like Seyi Ajirotutu, Jeremy Williams and Earnest Smith. I think I heard him say that they presented on of the best opportunities for any UDFA out there since you could come in and win a job that included a roster spot.

No, I don't think you're an idiot. Please don't go trying to prove me wrong about that.

Bolts from the Blue - General Manager: It is what it isn't

by Wonko on May 10, 2010 11:07 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs