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Castillo Signs 7-Year Deal; Cason Gets Final Offer

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 22:37:00 +0000

The San Diego Chargers today announced that they have resigned Defensive End Luis Castillo to a new seven year contract (good through 2014). Castillo’s deal is worth up to $43 million dollars, placing him among the NFL’s highest paid defensive linemen. “Three years ago, all I looked for was an opportunity; a chance to come into this league and play and prove the kind of player I was and the kind of things I can do on that football field. Standing here three years later, committed to San Diego...

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NFLTA: Chargers Training Camp Update [Video]

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 01:31:00 +0000

Rich Eisen and Rod Woodson break down the Chargers as the team opens up the 2008 training camp sessions. Injuries, holdouts, and expectations are discussed: Link: Chargers training camp update Subscribe to this Chargers blogBoltHype.com

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BoltHype Giveaway: Chargers Mini Helmet

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 01:00:00 +0000

Training Camp is only a week away, and its a great opportunity to get autographs from your favorite players. So to get you ready, we are doing two things: 1. We will have someone from BoltHype on-site providing updates and reports from Chargers Park. We'll try to have someone at as many practices as possible. So if you can't make it down in person, you can at least check out BoltHype.com for updates from the practice field. 2. We're giving away an authentic, replica Chargers mini helmet....

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Cason Might Not Report To Camp

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:06:00 +0000

With all but one the team's draft picks signed, the attention turns to Chargers rookie cornerback Antonie Cason. Cason, the favorite among fans to earn the nickelback job, was expected to sign in time to report to training camp. But with some sangs in the contract negations, it appears Cason hold out from the team's mandatory sessions: "I don't know what the plan is. I'm planning on being there, but if things don't work out, it's out of my hands. I'm too young to be stressed. The way I see it,...

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San Diego A Hotbed For Running Back Talent [Video]

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:58:00 +0000

What is it about San Diego that this place has become such a fertile place for breeding running backs? Marcus Allen, Reggie Bush, Ricky Williams, Terrell Davis...all from San Diego. Must be the water: Subscribe to this Chargers blogBoltHype.com

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AJ Smith Is Obsessed With The Patriots?

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 08:40:00 +0000

While most predict the San Diego Chargers will again be contenders this year, the fact remains that the Patriots are a hurdle the Bolts seem unable to get passed. The Chargers have figured out how to beat the Indianapolis Colts but in their quest to become the class of the AFC they have yet to solve the New England puzzle. Solving this puzzle is a consuming affair for Chargers GM AJ Smith; some teams are content to keep their nose to the ground, Smith is a guy who is more than willing to learn...

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Chargers 2008 Outlook [Video]

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 06:39:00 +0000

The NFL Network did a quick breakdown of the San Diego Chargers 2008 season outlook. Al Harris, Terrell Davis, and Bart Scott where on hand to share some of their thoughts on LT, Philip Rivers, and the rest of the Bolts as we head in to the 08 season. Check it: P.S. I love how Terrell Davis always shows the Chargers some love. Gotta represent for your hometown team right!? Subscribe to this Chargers blog Bet Ed Sportsbook5 Dimes SportsbookJust Bet SportsbookWager Web SportsbookBoltHype.com

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Philip Rivers vs Jay Cutler

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:55:00 +0000

One of the better debates among fans of teams in the AFC West is "who is the better quarterback - Philip Rivers or Jay Cutler?" Both of these players were top draft picks who were selected by teams that needed a franchise quarterback to lead them to a Super Bowl. Of the two, Rivers has compiled more wins and has gotten to the playoffs twice but Jay Cutler posted a fantastic year in 2007, his first full year as the starter. Both Quarterbacks are on the rise, however Rivers has the advantage of...

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The BoltHype All AFC West Team - Defense

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:14:00 +0000

There was a time when the AFC West was considered one of the more competitive divisions in football. While that time has certainly passed, thats not to say that we don't have some talented football players out here. One group in particular, defensive secondaries, is actually pretty stacked. The Chiefs, Chargers, Raiders, and Broncos all have at least one starting cornerback who has made it to the Pro Bowl. Those teams have also invested first or second round picks in recent years on defensive...

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What Should The Chargers Do With Eric Parker?

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 07:24:00 +0000

The San Diego Chargers are reportedly shopping wide receiver Eric Parker for trade. Parker gained a reputation in San Diego as the "Bondsman" for his consistent ability to bail the Chargers out in third down situations. But after missing the entire 2007 season, some feel that Parker has irrevocably lost his position as one of Philip Rivers' trusted targets. With the team investing top draft picks in guys like Buster Davis, Vincent Jackson, and Chris Chambers, coupled with the emergence of...

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Fans Want Cowboys And Chargers In The Super Bowl

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 05:51:00 +0000

Well, the fans have spoken: On a recent poll conducted here at BoltHype, the majority of voters wanted to see the San Diego Chargers face the Dallas Cowboys in Super Bowl XLIII. The New Orleans Saints were the other favorites garnering 26% of the votes. But the overwhelming majority spoke, and they chose the Chargers vs the Cowboys. Think of the storylines: Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Wade Phillips was the former Defensive Coordinator in San Diego. It was he who brought the 3-4 defense to the...

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Comparing Merriman To The NFL's Best Pass Rushers

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:30:00 +0000

Shawne Merriman is pretty good. He might be the best linebacker in the league. But beyond position, he is clearly the game’s best pass rusher. But that’s easy for me to say, because I’m a Chargers fan, right? I guess so. But there are some interesting numbers that back up my claims. Sacks are an easy statistic to look up. So I could have easily gone ahead and added up all of Shawne’s sacks since 2005 (Merriman’s rookie year) and compared it to his league counterparts'. His 39.5 sacks since...

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Chargers Sign A Couple Of Rookies To 4 Year Deals

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 01:01:00 +0000

Congratulations OT Corey Clark (7th round) and RB Marcus Thomas (5th round). You two are now members of a prestigious group; welcome to San Diego: Three weeks before the start of training camp, the Chargers have taken the first step in getting their draft picks under contract as they signed two of their five choices Tuesday. Running back Marcus Thomas and offensive tackle Corey Clark both signed four-year contracts. Thomas, a fifth-round pick (166 overall) out of Texas-El Paso, is a big...

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I Look At The Chargers' 08 Schedule And See 12 Wins

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 05:35:00 +0000

There's no doubt the Chargers are one of the NFL's elite teams. Loaded with star power, the Bolts are nasty on defense and high-powered on offense. There are few teams in the league that can match up with the talent on San Diego's roster. Since the organization turned itself around in 2004, the Chargers have complied an impressive 46-18 regular season record. The only teams with better regular season records over the past four years are the Indianapolis Colts (51-13) and the New England...

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Top 10 Linebackers In The NFL

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 02:50:00 +0000

The Linebacker has long been one of my favorite positions to watch. Growing up a Chargers fan during the nineties, I like many of you, had to suffer through some bad years. Sure there were bright spots; the 94 season was one of them. But really, being a Chargers fan was about being a fan of the players. Guys like Rodney Harrison, Normand Hand, Natrone Means, heck even Curtis Conway! But for me personally there wasn't any Charger or player in the NFL who I loved to watch as much as Junior Seau....

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Chargers The Easiest Team Adrian Peterson Has Faced?

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 01:52:00 +0000

AD, whatcha done now? Calling out the Chargers? Taking a little “smack,” are we? Getting in a little “dig” there? Doing a little good-natured “ribbing”? I guess you can pretty much say whatever you want when you are already being called the best running back in the league after one Offensive Rookie of the Year season. Adrian: I like you man, I’m serious. I respect your game. Those 296 rushing yards against my Bolts? Nasty. You did my team dirty, and I’ll give you props for that. But c’mon...

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DeJuan Tribble To Serve One Year Probation

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 01:53:00 +0000

Rookies Gosder Cherilus and DeJuan Tribble got served their sentence today for their involvement with a scuffle at a Boston area bar. Tribble and a bunch of his Boston College teammates were out celebrating Cherilus' birthday when a bit of an altercation broke out. Details are a bit sketchy, but apparently Cherilus grabbed a bar patron who was arguing with an off-duty Massachusetts State Police officer and dragged him across the room. Tribble and Cherilus then proceeded to punch and kick the...

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Kris Dielman The 23rd Best Guard In The NFL?

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 08:06:00 +0000

New Era Scouting ranked all the offensive guards in the NFL and they confirmed the suspicions of Chargers fans everywhere: Mike Goff really is better than Kris Dielman! Apparently Mike Goff is the 22nd best guard in the NFL and Kris Dielman comes in behind his teammate at 23. Thats right; Kris Dielman isn't the 23rd best offensive lineman in the NFL. No, no - he's only the 23rd best offensive guard. New Era Scouting didn't just come up with these rankings willy nilly. There was a very...

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Anthony Waters - The Next Great Chargers Linebacker?

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 06:00:00 +0000

When you ask a Chargers fan who they are most excited to see play this season, you'll likely get a myriad of answers. Such is the indulgence of fans of a team loaded with star players like San Diego. Ladainian Tomlinson, one of the best athletes in all of sports, is an obvious choice. The fearless Philip Rivers, with all of his fire and bravado, is another popular candidate. And of course there are the freakish Shawne Merriman and Antonio Cromartie - two young players who have emerged as...

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Monday Morning Link Dump

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 15:43:00 +0000

First off, Happy Birthday 29th Ladainian Tomlinson! Enjoy the last of your twenties :) Read: Ladainian Tomlinson - Wikipedia Which player's gutsy performance was more impressive? Tiger Woods winning the US Open with a bum knee, or Kellen Winslow's 1983 playoff performance against the Miami Dolphins? Woods’ performance in the face of injury was gritty, but it was nowhere near the performance of the San Diego Chargers’ tight end Kellen Winslow in the NFL playoffs against Miami in 1982. That...

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Bolts Sign Return Man Mark Jones To One Year Deal

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 18:35:00 +0000

The Chargers helped address an area in which I felt needed improving - the return game. The team signed WR Mark Jones yesterday to a one year deal. He'll come in and provide some much needed competition at punt returner. “Mark’s versatility was very attractive to us,” said General Manager A.J. Smith. “He’s an experienced NFL punt returner and a solid player who will raise the level of competition in our camp.” I'll admit I have been somewhat critical of Darren Sproles in the past. I felt the...

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More 'Greatest Of All Time' Talk

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 07:58:00 +0000

Assuming he can stay healthy, something that he has been remarkable adept at doing, the only thing keeping Ladainian Tomlinson from becoming the greatest running back of all time is his desire to play the game. LT has stated in the past that he wants to be able to walk away from the game on his on two feet, both figuratively and literally speaking. So while he certainly is on pace to becoming the best running back of the modern era, which career would Tomlinson prefer to mirror - Barry Sanders'...

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Padres Are Opening Up To The Blogosphere

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 19:05:00 +0000

The San Diego Padres are opening up to sportsbloggers, and have even gone so far as to launch a blog of their own. The organization sees the trend in which fans consume their media on a daily basis, and are involving themselves in this paradigm shift. Recently, San Diego Padres CEO Sandy Alderson sat down with Geoff Young of Ducksnorts and the two chatted for about an hour; a really interesting and informative read that you can check out here. Ducksnorts: Something that’s near and dear to my...

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NFL Live Breaks Down The AFC West (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 07:05:00 +0000

The San Diego Chargers are clearly head and shoulders above the rest of their division, but who will challenge them? Will it be the Denver Broncos or the Kansas City Chiefs that emerges as the Chargers biggest threat this year? Can the Broncos take another step towards respectability, or will they continue to rebuild? The Chiefs are basically starting over, but they should have a young and talented defense; is that going to be enough to keep the Bolts in check? And the Oakland Raiders certainly...

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ESPN: Chargers O-Line Ranks Sixth

noreply@blogger.com (Rob Zepeda) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 07:38:00 +0000

Sixth best is a little low, if you ask me. When healthy, the Chargers have arguably the best starting five in football. And when you factor in the impressive depth with Newberry, Withrow, and LJ Shelton, you have a deep, physical group that can run block with the best of them and give the passing game a chance to be successful. CBS Sportsline ranks the Chargers offensive line as #2 only to Dallas. That is more realistic in my opinion. The Chargers have four former Pro Bowlers on their roster...

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