Chargers Quickly Turn Focus to Cincinnati

When the schedule was released, the Chargers' opponent this Sunday didn't create much of a buzz.   Full Story

Just when the Chargers' secondary was showing some signs of life, it took a hit. Safety Eric Weddle is expected to miss at least the next two games with a sprained knee.   Full Story

Norv Turner credits San Diego's six-game winning streak to his team's return to health. However, the Chargers are not boasting about their physical wellbeing anymore, especially on the defensive side of the ball. Here's a look at the Chargers' latest injuries and Ron Rivera's plan to overcome them.   Full Story

The Chargers head to Cleveland on Sunday, eager to maintain a level of play which has seen them reel off six straight victories.   Full Story

As NFL teams enter Week 12 of the NFL season, who are the top--and the worst--quarterbacks of 2009? Scout.com's Ed Thompson provides you with his Power Rankings of the league's signal-callers based on their stats and performances during the first eleven weeks of the season.   Full Story

In San Francisco, the 49ers erred by playing a spread-offense quarterback before either Alex Smith or his teammates were ready. In Green Bay, Aaron Rodgers had the good fortune of waiting and Mike McCarthy got a second chance with a talented passer.   Full Story

Find out why Tom Brady needs to grow up and why the Colts will hold onto oft-injured safety Bob Sanders. Who are the three undrafted receivers who are on pace for 1,000-yard seasons? Why Titans QB Vince Young will falter, the Dallas offense is flourishing and much more in Ed Thompson's 7 Points.   Full Story

The New England Patriots have one of the best passing attacks in the NFL. Unfortunately for the Miami Dolphins, they don't have a lot of experience available to defend against it.   Full Story

The Browns head coach steadfastly refused to answer questions about changes taking place in Berea. Fred Greetham was at this morning's press conference and offers a full report.   Full Story

After a slow start, the Arizona Cardinals have surged to a record of 4-2 and stand atop the NFC West. Arizona split a pair of games against the Carolina Panthers a year ago but prevailed in the decisive matchup in the playoffs. Both contests took place in Carolina last season and the Cardinals will attempt to avoid a letdown this time on their home turf.   Full Story

Today, the Redskins signed OT Levi Jones and RB Quinton Ganther. They also signed Renaldo Wynn back to the roster.   Full Story

The 2009 Yakima Bears finished 28-48, which was last in the eight-team Northwest League and the worst record among the seven Arizona Diamondbacks affiliates. A couple of standout performances brightened what was otherwise another dismal season for the D-backs' Short-Season affiliate.   Full Story

The San Diego Chargers climbed over .500 for the first time in more than a year with a 23-13 win over the visiting Miami Dolphins. SDBoltReport.com goes inside the numbers from Sunday's game to break down what worked, what didn't and what's next for the defending AFC West champions.   Full Story

The San Diego Chargers racked up 20 second-half points and secured a 23-13 victory over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. San Diego improves to 2-1 on the season and extracts revenge against a Dolphins squad that won last season’s meeting in Miami, 17-10.   Full Story

When a team is winless after the first two weeks of the season, most experts say not to panic the season isn't over. It may not be over, but the possibility to make the playoffs is pretty grim.   Full Story

Why is Colts tight end Dallas Clark so high on Miami's radar? Have the Vikings created another quarterback smokescreen? A big game for Brady Quinn, top targets who succeeded while others fell short, and a look at the top matchups this week--featuring the Jets-Patriots contest--in Ed Thompson's 7 Points.   Full Story

Dan Taylor carried a no-hitter into the sixth and Ryan Wheeler collected the game-winning walkoff RBI in the Yakima Bears' 10th-inning victory Friday night.  Taylor now boasts a 1.59 ERA in six starts and Wheeler continues to be the best hitter in the Northwest League.   Full Story

Despite a rough start to Texans training camp, which included contract issues, fights, and major injuries to starters, Houston is seemingly righting the ship. The Texans defense looked great in Saturday's 16-10 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, and quarterback Matt Schaub was flawless.   Full Story

Injuries have provided a huge hindrance for the San Diego Chargers in each of the last two postseasons. If the team is finally going to get over the hump and make it to the Super Bowl, it will need all of its standouts available down the stretch. Here's a look at the five players the Chargers can't afford to lose.   Full Story

The Arizona Diamondbacks now have all seven of their affiliates in full gear. The four full season squads are each trying to put disappointing first halves behind them while the Yakima Bears and Missoula Osprey - stocked full of players from this month's draft - have gotten off to solid starts. The DSL D-backs are not to be overlooked, as they have won 10 of their last 14 games.   Full Story

San Diego has one of the most star-studded rosters in all the NFL. And while LaDainian Tomlinson, Philip Rivers, Shawne Merriman and Antonio Gates hog the headlines, several other players are ready to work their way into the limelight. Here's a look at five breakout candidates for the season ahead.   Full Story

The '07 rookie class will not be remembered as San Diego's finest, yet the Chargers will bank on big contributions from six third-year players this year. SDBoltReport.com takes a closer look at the six players and explains what's at stake for each of them in the upcoming campaign.   Full Story

Scout.com's Ed Thompson shares quotes from around the league and weighs in on topics such as Rodney Harrison's legacy, Vince Young's future, the media fuss in Cleveland and the cornerback competition in Miami. Check it out in today's NFL Buzz feature.   Full Story

It's become obvious in camp so far, that Brady Quinn, Derek Anderson, and Brett Ratliff all bring different strengths to bear. How do those strengths line up against Brian Daboll's new offense? Lane Adkins offers his early read...   Full Story

The San Diego Chargers ran hot and cold at the safety position last season, with too much cold for Ron Rivera's tastes. Nonetheless, the only addition to the safety corps was rookie Kevin Ellison. That means San Diego must improve from within if it hopes to bolster its worst-in-the-conference pass defense.   Full Story