Los Angeles Chargers History
A detailed history of the Chargers.
Sack Attack: Khalil Mack notches 5th sack of the day
Khalil Mack has been a one-man wrecking crew today, with four sacks and two forced fumbles to his name
How the 2011 CBA impacted the running back market
Running backs have a glass ceiling over their earning potential thanks to the 2011 CBA’s rookie wage scale, and teams’ ability to franchise tag in consecutive years. Are backs wrong for trying to fight back?
3 eye-opening stats from Chargers-Dolphins
The Chargers should be winning games based on the numbers, but they just can’t seem to get out of their own way.
Former Chargers RB Darren Sproles doesn’t mince words on why Bolts won’t win AFC West
Darren Sproles knows what it’s like to be a member of the Chargers, but that didn’t stop him from speaking his mind on Brandon Staley.
Chargers to retire Charlie Joiner, Kellen Winslow’s jersey numbers during season opener
Charlie Joiner and Kellen Winslow headlined the "Air Coryell" offense alongside quarterback Dan Fouts. All three are now in the Hall of Fame.
Antonio Gates to be inducted into Chargers Hall of Fame
A career that started as an undrafted free agent who played basketball in college, Antonio Gates will now be enshrined in the Chargers Hall of Fame.
Chargers draft LB, DT in 2018 NFL draft re-do
With no Derwin James on the board at No. 17, the Chargers pivot to the former Pepsi Defensive Rookie of the Year in Shaquille Leonard.
3 2022 Chargers team stats they need to fix in 2023
What are the three stats Brandon Staley and Kellen Moore must fix?
3 Chargers 2022 team stats they need to repeat or beat in 2023
What stats do Brandon Staley and Justin Herbert need to maintain from 2022?
Former Charger Melvin Gordon bluntly details the current state of the RB position in today’s NFL
Melvin Gordon has spent most of the past three seasons with the Broncos before being cut in 2022.
Dan Fouts to present Don Coryell’s Pro Football Hall of Fame honor
Don Coryell and Dan Fouts set the league on fire for nine seasons, including four consecutive seasons where Fouts led the NFL in passing yards.
4 Chargers defensive stars who can climb up the record books in 2023
Joey Bosa and Derwin James headline this productive group looking to cement their names among the franchise’s best.
4 Chargers offensive stars who can climb up the record books in 2023
Here’s how much distance these Chargers stars can cover in the record books during the upcoming season.
Kyle DeDiminicantanio joins the BFTB Staff!
The BFTB staff grew a little bigger!
Chargers Draft: Which position will Telesco double-dip in this year?
Since 2017, Telesco has made two selections in a position group each draft. Which group is most likely to receive multiple picks this year?
Tom Telesco’s team-building philosophy shows inconsistent history over 10-year span
Can you call it a philosophy is you’re rarely ever living by it?
Breaking down the Chargers-Broncos rivalry by the numbers
The first of three rivalry pieces on the Chargers and their division rivals.
Keenan Allen, Joey Bosa headline Chargers that can reach notable statistics in 2022
These seasoned vets could push themselves towards the top of team annals this season.
Chargers history and the number 100: 100 days until the 2022 NFL regular season begins
The Bolts have numerous players who have hit some elite statistical thresholds.
Justin Herbert breaks a pair of records against elite Browns defense
What can’t this young quarterback do?
Browns make bad history in 47-42 loss to Chargers
No team has ever lost with 500+ yards offense while scoring 40+ points.
Instant reaction to the Chargers new uniforms
The best got better, simpler, and more legendary.
Greatest Chargers teams to never win a championship
Read this at your own caution, Chargers fans.
What is your favorite single-game performance in Chargers history?
To open up the 2014 regular season, the 34-year old tight end turned back the clock.
Two former Chargers make NFL’s 2010’s All-Decade Team
Weddle, Sproles join new Charger DB Chris Harris in prestigious honor
Austin Ekeler is on a historic pace
"Receiving Back" should not be an insult
2006 Chargers Rank As One of the Best Teams of the Past 30 Years
Football Outsiders ranks the 2006 Chargers team as one of the 30 best NFL teams of the past 30 years.
The Mike McCoy Era, Defined (Part 1)
The dust has more than settled. Read what this writer has to say about the Charger’s last coach.
The Los Angeles Chargers, Revisited
Dean Spanos’ decision will go down in history as one of the greatest acts of sports infamy ever. After some time to think things over, here’s a look at my collection of thoughts regarding the move.