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Chargers 2025 lineup |
Everyone knows the story. After the Super Bowl victory, the Chargers made a bold and controversial move by trading away their franchise quarterback, Justin Herbert. With this decision, the organization officially entered a rebuilding phase, focusing on developing a younger core and creating a team that could compete sustainably in the long run. While some may see this as a gamble, the front office believed that the timing was right to reset the roster, accumulate draft capital, and construct a well-balanced squad for the future.
As expected, we lost some players to free agency, but none of them were considered essential pieces to our plans moving forward. The front office had a clear strategy: bring in veteran leadership to stabilize the team while incorporating young talent from the draft. During the first free agency period, we successfully signed a mix of experienced starters who could contribute immediately and provide guidance to the younger players on the roster.
Free Agency Signings:
LOLB Josh – A solid addition to bolster the linebacker core with his strong tackling and leadership on defense.
ROLB Willie Gay – Adds speed and coverage ability to the linebacker group, expected to play a key role in both run defense and pass coverage.
DT Kevin Givens – A disruptive force in the trenches, bringing veteran experience to help solidify the defensive line.
DT Tershawn Wharton – Another key addition to the defensive front, providing depth and rotational strength in stopping the run.
WR Courtland Sutton – A big-bodied receiver who will instantly improve the passing game, giving our new QB a reliable target.
TE Harrison Bryant – A versatile tight end who can contribute in both blocking and receiving, adding flexibility to the offensive scheme.
C Connor Williams – A key piece in the interior offensive line, ensuring stability and protection for our young quarterback.
RG Will Hernandez – A powerful guard who excels in run blocking, expected to bring toughness to the offensive line.
Additionally, RE Kobie Turner was part of the trade package for Justin Herbert and will step into a starting role immediately, reinforcing the defensive front.
With a strong free agency period behind us, we turned our attention to the GGL Draft, where we looked to secure young talent to further solidify our starting lineup. The main focus was strengthening the secondary and filling key positions on both sides of the ball.
Drafted Starters:
CB Jaren Wylie (1.32) – A raw but extremely talented prospect who possesses all the physical traits to become a top-tier cornerback. Depending on the weekly matchup, he will rotate between CB1 and CB2. His development will be crucial to the team’s long-term success in the secondary.
FB Paul Bushman (2.32) – Fullback was a major need, and Bushman stood out as the best in the draft class by a significant margin. His strength and athleticism make him a valuable piece in both the run and pass game, and he will immediately take over the starting role.
FS Tony DiMarco (3.17) – His selection was somewhat of a gamble, but the coaching staff believes in his potential. His long-term fit remains uncertain, but for now, he will be given the opportunity to start and develop. His progress throughout the season will determine whether he becomes a long-term solution at free safety.
SS Jesus Catanzaro (3.32) – A true project player, Catanzaro's agility is a question mark for the position, but the coaching staff is willing to experiment with his skill set. If he can prove that his agility is sufficient, he has the potential to grow into a franchise-caliber player in the secondary.
As evident from our acquisitions, we have introduced five new starters on the offensive side of the ball. The changes in personnel will reshape the offensive unit, providing a fresh approach with a mix of experienced and young talent.
On the defensive side, we will see an even bigger transformation, with eight new starters stepping in. This level of change will undoubtedly result in an adjustment period, but it also brings an opportunity for emerging talent to showcase their abilities and solidify themselves as long-term pieces of the defense.
Looking Ahead:
The primary goal for this season is to establish experience, cohesion, and stability. With so many new faces in starting roles, the team will undergo a transition period, but the vision remains clear: build a competitive and balanced squad that can contend within the next two to three seasons. The groundwork has been laid, and now it's time to develop this young core into a formidable unit capable of making deep playoff runs in the future. |
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Chargers Draft Recap |
Our draft strategy took a dramatic shift when we received an unexpected but highly lucrative trade offer for our franchise quarterback, Justin Herbert. Fresh off a Super Bowl victory, the timing couldn’t have been better for us to pivot toward a long-term rebuild. Trading away a top-tier QB is never an easy decision, but with a deep draft class and an opportunity to reset financially, we seized the moment. This decision allowed us to accumulate more draft capital, providing the flexibility to target players that fit our vision for the future perfectly.
1.1 QB Jamal Castille
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 191lbs
Age: 22
College: Miami
Before Skew: AWR 70 | THP 85 | THA 97
After Skew: AWR 66 | THP 88 | THA 93
Jamal Castille was always at the top of our draft board, and with the departure of Herbert, we knew we had to secure the most GGL-ready quarterback available. Castille possesses an elite combination of accuracy and arm strength, making him an ideal candidate to lead our franchise moving forward. His collegiate career at Miami showcased his ability to perform under pressure, leading the Hurricanes to multiple bowl victories. His football IQ and ability to read defenses set him apart from the rest of the draft class.
Despite a slight dip in awareness after the skew, his boosted throw power makes him an even bigger deep-ball threat. His immediate impact was evident in Week 1, where he earned MVP honors, proving that he’s ready to take the reins of this team. With proper development, he has the potential to be a generational talent.
1.32 CB Jaren Wylie
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 187lbs
Age: 20
College: Oklahoma St.
Before Skew: SPD 91 | STR 82 | AWR 53 | AGI 95 | ACC 90 | CTH 53 | JMP 88 | TAK 75
After Skew: SPD 91 | STR 75 | AWR 53 | AGI 95 | ACC 90 | CTH 53 | JMP 88 | TAK 75
At just 20 years old, Jaren Wylie already possesses the physical tools to be a high-impact cornerback. His speed, agility, and acceleration make him an elite coverage defender capable of keeping up with the fastest receivers in the league. While his strength took a slight hit after the skew, his overall profile remains promising.
He will begin the season as a CB1/CB2, sharing significant reps against top-tier receivers. The plan is to focus all his progression points on awareness, ensuring he develops into a reliable lockdown defender for years to come. His athleticism and instincts make him a cornerstone for our defense, and we believe he will be a long-term playmaker in our secondary.
2.32 FB Paul Bushman
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 234lbs
Age: 22
College: Northwestern
Before Skew:SPD 79 | STR 86 | AWR 51 | ACC 86 | PBK 55 | RBK 60
After Skew:SPD 82 | STR 86 | AWR 51 | ACC 85 | PBK 49 | RBK 54
In a draft class with limited fullback options, Paul Bushman stood out as the best of the bunch. His raw strength is off the charts, giving us a dominant lead blocker in the run game. While his pass and run blocking ratings suffered after the skew, his improved speed adds a dynamic element to his game, making him a potential receiving threat out of the backfield.
Bushman will be our starting fullback for the foreseeable future. His ability to open up running lanes and contribute in short-yardage situations makes him an invaluable asset to our offense. With time and development, he could become one of the best fullbacks in the league.
3.17 FS Tony DiMarco
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 203lbs
Age: 22
College: Texas Tech
Before Skew: SPD 89 | STR 73 | AWR 56 | AGI 83 | ACC 94 | CTH 56 | JMP 96 | TAK 71
After Skew: SPD 85 | STR 65 | AWR 56 | AGI 83 | ACC 90 | CTH 60 | JMP 90 | TAK 70
Tony DiMarco was a gamble, but one we were willing to take. While his speed took a notable hit after the skew, his jump rating and catching ability remain strong, making him a valuable ball hawk in our defensive scheme. He has a keen eye for reading the quarterback, which compensates for his slight loss in physical explosiveness.
Our plan is to focus on increasing his speed through Training Camp (TC) to get him back to 88 SPD, ensuring he can still cover ground effectively. He’s a work in progress, but with the right coaching, he can develop into a solid free safety.
3.32 SS Jesus Catanzaro
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 193lbs
Age: 22
College: Colorado
Before Skew: SPD 85 | STR 81 | AWR 58 | AGI 89 | ACC 92 | CTH 61 | JMP 87 | TAK 71
After Skew: SPD 89 | STR 72 | AWR 58 | AGI 80 | ACC 91 | CTH 60 | JMP 95 | TAK 74
Jesus Catanzaro was drafted with the clear intention of grooming him into a starting strong safety. While he is still quite raw, his physical attributes make him a strong candidate for long-term development. His improved speed and jumping ability after the skew further enhance his playmaking potential.
He will need extensive work, but his ceiling is high. If he develops well, he could become an elite enforcer in our secondary, capable of making game-changing plays. We are excited to see his progress in the coming seasons.
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San Diego Charger Training Camp Report |
Quarterbacks Drill (Eligible Positions: QB)
Davis Mills +2 AWR | +1 THP
Mills is a new addition and a backup to the rookie QB Jamal Castille. He had 68 AWR and 87 THP before the camp. With the additional skill points, he is a bit more ready to jump in if needed. Having a competent backup is always important, especially with a rookie starter. If Castille struggles early or gets injured, Mills could provide some stability under center.
Before camp:
AWR 68
THP 87
THA 77
After camp:
AWR 70
THP 88
THA 77
Running Backs Drill (Eligible Positions: RB, FB)
J.K. Dobbins +1 BTK | +1 STR | +1 ACC
Dobbins returned hungry to prove that he can be the long-term starter. His strength was always a little lower than I’d like, so adding some power should help him break more tackles. After camp, I’m a little more confident that he can do a good job and be a starter for the Chargers for years to come.
Before camp:
SPD 90
STR 74
AWR 76
AGI 86
ACC 92
CAR 87
BTK 84
After camp:
SPD 90
STR 75
AWR 76
AGI 86
ACC 93
CAR 87
BTK 85
Receivers Drill (Eligible Positions: WR, TE)
Quentin Johnson +1 AWR | +1 SPD | +1 AGI
Quentin is only 24 years old, which means he will be my wide receiver project. His biggest issue is agility, which will be at 85 after the camp. My minimum is 88 for a tall receiver like him, so we still have work to do. With some development, he has the potential to be a dominant outside receiver.
Before camp:
SPD 89
AWR 76
AGI 84
ACC 91
CTH 83
After camp:
SPD 90
AWR 77
AGI 85
ACC 91
CTH 83
Offensive Trenches Drill (Eligible Positions: OT, OG, C)
Zion Johnson +2 PBK | +1 STR
I had several options for this drill. I decided to go with the player who is my weakest starter on the offensive line. Protecting Castille is the top priority, and improving Zion’s pass blocking should give the rookie QB more time in the pocket. He still has a ways to go, but this is a step in the right direction.
Before camp:
SPD 66
STR 90
AWR 81
AGI 71
ACC 76
PBK 75
RBK 78
After camp:
SPD 66
STR 91
AWR 81
AGI 71
ACC 76
PBK 77
RBK 78
Defensive Trenches Drill (Eligible Positions: DE, DT)
Kobie Turner +1 AWR | +1 ACC | +1 SPD
Kobie is fully capable of playing DT, but I’ve decided to transition him to RE. At that position, size and strength are crucial, and he fits the mold. His acceleration boost is a big help, and his speed was somewhat lacking before. After camp, his SPD is at 75, still below my ideal threshold of 77, but he’s getting closer to where I need him to be.
Before camp:
SPD 74
STR 89
AWR 83
AGI 80
ACC 82
TAK 86
Before camp:
SPD 75
STR 89
AWR 84
AGI 80
ACC 83
TAK 86
Linebackers Drill (Eligible Positions: OLB, MLB)
Daiyan Henley +2 AWR | +1 STR
Henley is already one of the fastest middle linebackers in the league, which makes him a key player in my defense. However, he needed more strength to improve his ability to shed blocks and make plays in the run game. This training camp should make him a more well-rounded player, and I’m very satisfied with his progress.
Before camp:
SPD 88
STR 66
AWR 72
AGI 83
ACC 92
CTH 72
JMP 89
TAK 89
AFter camp:
SPD 88
STR 67
AWR 74
AGI 83
ACC 92
CTH 72
JMP 89
TAK 89
Secondary Drill (Eligible Positions: CB, S)
Tarheeb Still +1 AWR | +1 AGI | +1 SPD
I love this guy. Only 23 years old, which is basically rookie age, meaning he has a lot of room to grow. His agility and speed were slightly lacking, but this camp helped shore up those weaknesses. Now with 72 AWR after camp, he’s showing real signs of becoming a reliable defensive back. The future is bright for him.
Before camp:
SPD 90
STR 56
AWR 71
AGI 86
ACC 95
CTH 76
JMP 91
TAK 59
After camp:
SPD 91
STR 56
AWR 72
AGI 87
ACC 95
CTH 76
JMP 91
TAK 59
Kicking Drill (Eligible Positions: K, P)
Cameron Dicker +2 AWR | +1 KPW
He is already one of the best kickers in the league, and he’s only 25 years old. The additional kicking power and awareness will help him nail even longer kicks consistently. He’s a reliable asset, and this camp just made him even better.
Before camp:
AWR 71
KPW 94
KAC 97
After camp:
AWR 73
KPW 95
KAC 97 |
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BREAKING: The faith of the 1.1 pick has been decided |
BREAKING: Chargers' Franchise QB Decision Finalized
ESPN reports that the San Diego Chargers faced a difficult choice between Hunter Leo and Jamal Castille as their next franchise quarterback. With both prospects offering unique strengths, the organization turned to data analysis for guidance.
Using advanced correlation studies from GGL (formerly known as SFL), analysts determined that height has little to no effect on QB performance, while toughness and injury resistance are crucial factors. In other words—durability matters.
Leo, standing at 6'2", does not gain any notable advantage from his height. However, his league-worst injury rating is a major red flag. While his arm strength surpasses Castille’s, data suggests that throw power alone does not heavily impact success—though it may contribute to longevity.
After careful deliberation and a data-driven approach, ESPN confirms that the Chargers have chosen Jamal Castille as their franchise quarterback. |
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The GGL champion added 11 players during FA period PART 2 |
After the main targets the GM looked around to strengthten the receiving corps. Ashton Dulin Is the chosen guy. He will fight for one of the starting position during training camo. He will earn 23.6M including 9.4M signing bonus over 5 years.
Ashton Dulin
Height: 6'1"
Age: 28
SPD 93
AWR 73
AGI 88
ACC 92
CTH 83
Since the team was afraid to miss out on Mr.Dicker the emergency option was Joey Slye He was signed for 1 year for peanuts and a bag of chips.
Joey Slye
Age: 29
AWR 59
KPW 98
KAC 89
The punter position is somewhere the club was refusing to overpay heavily for 2-3 yards average over a season. We signed Braden Mann for 5 years 14.25M total with 5.7M bonus. The low bonus allows the team to cut him anytime during the contract if he misses the mark.
Braden Mann
Age: 28
AWR 64
KPW 92
KAC 87
Center position was where the team also needed strenghtening. Bradley Bozeman did a job last year, but certainly he was very limited. The GM had many targets, but decided not to get into bidwars and signed Austin Corbett who is better than the Super Bowl winner Bradley Bozeman but not as good as the other candidates. This is one position where an upgrade possible during the draft. Austin Corbett will earn 7.09M with 2.82M bonus over 3 years
Austin Corbett
Height: 6'4"
Weight: 305lbs
Age: 30
SPD 67
STR 83
AWR 85
AGI 55
ACC 69
PBK 78
RBK 79
9 players out the 11 players will be starters. Thats a big upgrade. The future looks bright for the Chargers. |
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At A Glance
| INJURY REPORT |
| PLAYER |
POS |
OVR |
LENGTH |
| AFC West |
| RNK |
TEAM |
W-L-T |
PCT |
DIV |
| #14 |
 Chiefs |
2-2-0 |
0.500 |
1-1 |
| #22 |
 Raiders |
1-3-0 |
0.250 |
1-0 |
| #29 |
 Broncos |
1-4-0 |
0.200 |
1-1 |
| #30 |
 Chargers |
0-5-0 |
0.000 |
0-1 |
| CHARGERS SCHEDULE |
| Preseason |
| WK |
DATE |
OPPONENT |
SCOUT/RESULT |
| P1 |
Sun |
vs  Seahawks #1 |
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| P2 |
Sat |
at  Rams #6 |
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| P3 |
Sat |
at  Cardinals #26 |
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| P4 |
Thu |
vs  49ers #24 |
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| Regular Season |
| 1 |
Sun |
vs  Cowboys #9 |
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| 2 |
Sun |
at Broncos #29 |
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| 3 |
Sun |
vs  Giants #17 |
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| 4 |
Sun |
at  Patriots #13 |
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| 5 |
Mon |
vs  Steelers #15 |
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| 6 |
Sun |
at Raiders #22 |
Match-up |
| 7 |
Sun |
at  Eagles #2 |
Match-up |
| 8 |
Sun |
vs Chiefs #14 |
Match-up |
| 9 |
Sun |
at  Jets #10 |
Match-up |
| 11 |
Sun |
vs  Bills #25 |
Match-up |
| 12 |
Sun |
at  Redskins #28 |
Match-up |
| 13 |
Sun |
vs Raiders #22 |
Match-up |
| 14 |
Sun |
vs  Dolphins #4 |
Match-up |
| 15 |
Sun |
at  Colts #23 |
Match-up |
| 16 |
Sat |
at Chiefs #14 |
Match-up |
| 17 |
Sat |
vs Broncos #29 |
Match-up |
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