Panthers agree to terms with former All-Pro returner Roberts
May 3, 2022 GMTCHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers solidified their return game on Monday, agreeing to terms on a one-year contract with Andre Roberts.
Roberts, a 2018 All-Pro selection, led the NFL in kickoff return yards (1,010) last year while spending time with Houston Texans and Los Angeles Chargers.
Chargers looking to upgrade defense, offensive line
March 15, 2022 GMTLOS ANGELES CHARGERS (9-8)
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Chargers hire Ryan Ficken as special teams coordinator
February 3, 2022 GMTCOSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Ryan Ficken has been hired by the Los Angeles Chargers as special teams coordinator after he spent the past 15 seasons with the Minnesota Vikings.
Ficken was Minnesota's special teams coordinator this season after spending the previous eight years as the assistant special teams coach.
Herbert, Roberts propel Chargers back into playoff position
January 3, 2022 GMTINGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers are back to controlling their playoff future.
The Chargers got help with a couple losses earlier Sunday and then took care of business with a convincing 34-13 victory over the Denver Broncos.
Staley hopes changes benefit Chargers’ special teams units
October 28, 2021 GMTCOSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers have made improvement in many areas during Brandon Staley's first season as coach, but special teams continues to be one department that generates major concerns.
Chargers sign return specialist Andre Roberts
October 21, 2021 GMTCOSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Wide receiver/return specialist Andre Roberts signed with the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday after being released earlier this week by the Houston Texans.
Roberts is in his 11th season and is one of the league's top kick and punt returns, something the Chargers have been lacking.