Chargers Legends: Leslie O’Neal

Leslie O’Neal was one of the greatest defensive players to ever wear the Bolt. He was one of the biggest reasons why the Chargers made it to to their lone Super Bowl appearance in 1994. He ranks 14th all-time in career sacks at 132.5, which is tied with Hall of Famer, Lawrence Taylor. Through his …

Chargers Legends: Gill Byrd

Gill Byrd was one of the Charger greats who played for the team in the 80’s and early 90’s. He caught the tail end of the Don Coryell era before Al Saunders replaced him. He would also play a few short years under Dan Henning before he would eventually retire under Bobby Ross. The Chargers …

Chargers Legends: Ron Mix

It has occurred to me that many Chargers fans are not aware of their teams history. The Chargers have a lot of it and I am here to help teach newer fans of some of the older Chargers. The Chargers team dates all the way back to 1960, when they were 1 of 8 franchises …

Looking at the Chargers Defensive Philosophy

The Chargers defense looks pretty similar from last season on paper, but could look drastically different on the field. There are new key players that gives Gus Bradley the opportunity to change how he runs his defense. I do not expect the 4-3/Nickel defense to change all that much, but what I do expect is …

Give Trey Pipkins a Chance

So many Chargers fans are so quick to write off Trey Pipkins. Everyone points to the fact that he did not have a great first season. What every fan fails to realize is that he wasn’t supposed to. Offensive Line is not one of those positions that players come in and make an enormous impact …

Looking at the Chargers Offensive Philosophy

There is a change in identity coming to the Chargers offense, and it will be hard to tell what exactly it will look like. This will be Shane Steichen’s first season as a full-time Offensive Coordinator. He will have the opportunity to install a completely different offense built around players new to the Charger’s organization. …

Ok, It is time to get excited about our NEW FRANCHISE QUARTERBACK!!!

I will be honest, my heart was set on Tua Tagovailoa. It is what is is, but let's not pretend like Justin Herbert is not deserving of being picked where he was. Herbert might have the strongest arm of any player drafted in the past few years. He doesn't turn the ball over, and he …

The Master Bolt Big Board

Before I get into my Big Board, let me address all the heat I am about to get. My big board is made up of players that I have actually scouted in depth. I only scouted players that I believe the Chargers will actually be drafting. For instance, I did not scout Joe Burrow. Why? …

Chargers Day Three Targets: Wide Receiver

Donovan Peoples-Jones - Wide Receiver - Michigan Wolverines Mike Mulholland | MLive.com DPJ has the size to play outside and is a leaper who tested the highest in vertical (44.5 inches) and the broad jump (139 inches). Has the speed to test defenses deep. He doesn’t have the agility out of breaks to separate and …

Chargers Third Round Targets: Offensive Guards/Centers

Ben Bredeson - Offensive Guard - Michigan Wolverines AP Photo/ Paul Sancya Ben Bredeson easily could be a second rounder. He has a strong, wide frame and he has a great feel for stunts and blitz packages. He does a great job getting up to the second level. Tends to have random lapses where he …