20 hours ago · Per ESPN’s Pete Thamel, Chargers safeties coach Chris O’Leary is leaving Los Angeles and headed to Western Michigan University where he will take over as the program’s new defensive coordinator.

Derwin Alonzo James Jr. (born August 3, 1996) is an American professional football safety for the Los Angeles Chargers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Florida State Seminoles. He was selected by the Chargers in the first round of the 2018 NFL draft.

4 days ago · James thrived in his first year in Minter's defense and made an impact on every level of the defense. He played 361 snaps at slot corner, 281 in the box and 234 at free safety this season, according to Pro Football Focus.

Mar 4, 2024 · The Chargers hired Jim Harbaugh as their new head coach earlier this offseason, and it didn’t take long for Harbaugh to bring over Minter, who served as Harbaugh’s defensive coordinator at Michigan.

Chargers Defensive Coordinator Jesse Minter dominated college football, capping off a near-flawless tenure at the University of Michigan by bringing a national championship to Ann Arbor. Now he comes for the NFL, reuniting with former Wolverines Head …

Jan 10, 2025 · Derwin James, Jr. has punctuated a stellar season with an All-Pro accolade. James, who is listed as a safety on the Bolts roster, earned Second-Team All-Pro honors at slot cornerback, The Associated Press announced Friday morning. James' versatility was a key reason why the Chargers defense finished ...

Feb 7, 2024 · Jesse Minter is officially headed with Jim Harbaugh from the University of Michigan to the Los Angeles Chargers. Minter was announced as the Chargers defensive coordinator on Tuesday night, Feb. 6, 2024.

Jan 9, 2025 · The Chargers’ Derwin James Jr. (3) celebrates an interception against the Falcons with Tony Jefferson (23), Elijah Molden (22) and Marcus Maye (24).

Dec 20, 2023 · According to a University of Michigan study, this year one in three adults over age 50 experienced loneliness.

Sep 6, 2024 · Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. walks off the field after the team’s 63-21 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders last December in Las Vegas.