2007 San Diego Chargers

The 2007 San Diego Chargers season will begin with the team trying to improve on their 14-2 record in 2006, not with an improved regular season record, but ultimately with the improvement of a Super Bowl victory, and in order to do this, the Chargers are undoubtedly more concerned with the greater test of their abilities: the post-season. The Chargers will return a defensive unit that finished the 2006 season #1 in multiple defense statistical rankings and an offensive unit that was even more impressive and sees the addition of Craig Davis, Legedu Naanee, and a Vincent Jackson who has grown extensively, all of whom will collectively attempt to solidify the Chargers receiving game, arguably the only weakness the Chargers have had on offense.

Contents 1 Offseason 2 2007 NFL Draft 3 Training Camp 4 Preseason schedule 5 Current roster 6 Regular season schedule 7 Regular season results 7.1 Week 1: vs. Chicago Bears 7.2 Week 2: at New England Patriots 7.3 Week 3: at Green Bay Packers 7.4 Week 4: vs Kansas City Chiefs 7.5 Week 5: at Denver Broncos 7.6 Week 6: vs Oakland Raiders 7.7 Week 8: vs Houston Texans 7.8 Week 9: at Minnesota Vikings 7.9 Week 10: vs Indianapolis Colts 7.10 Week 11: at Jacksonville Jaguars 7.11 Week 12: vs Baltimore Ravens 7.12 Week 13: at Kansas City Chiefs 7.13 Week 14: at Tennessee Titans 7.14 Week 15: vs Detroit Lions 7.15 Week 16: vs Denver Broncos 7.16 Week 17: at Oakland Raiders 8 Notes and references 9 See also

[edit] Offseason

After a postseason loss to the New England Patriots, offensive and defensive coordinators Cam Cameron and Wade Phillips left for new coaching jobs with the Miami Dolphins and Dallas Cowboys respectively. Marty Schottenheimer, after originally being told he would stay as head coach, was fired in February^[1]. Replacing Schottenheimer was Norv Turner, who was signed to take over the helm later in the month^[2]. Turner, who installed the Chargers current offensive set when he was the Chargers' offensive coorindator in 2001^[3], was selected to be the head coach largely due to the fact that he would maintain the offensive game plan that lead the team to its best regular season record in team history^[4]. Turner also agreed with general manager A.J. Smith on the hiring of defensive coordinator Ted Cottrell, who had worked with Phillips when both were with the Buffalo Bills and later was the defensive coordinator with the Bills^[5]. Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Ron Rivera, who interviewed for the Chargers' head coaching job, was hired to coach the Chargers' linebackers instead. Smith also re-signed Charger free agent offensive guard Kris Dielman to a six-year contract that will virtually guarantee him almost $17 million and put him around $40 million over the life of the deal ^[6]. Linebacker Donnie Edwards was not offered a contract and signed with his former team, the Kansas City Chiefs^[7]. The Chargers released veteran wide receiver Keenan McCardell during the offseason along with safety Terrence Kiel^[8][9][10].

[edit] 2007 NFL Draft

Template:See The Chargers started out by making the 30^th overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft due to their 14-2 season in 2006. They selected Craig Davis out of Louisiana State University. In the second round, the Chargers made a trade with the Bears in order to move up and select safety Eric Weddle at slot 37#. He was selected as a possible replacement to Terrence Kiel, who was released earlier in the off-season following his arrest on drug charges during the 2006 season^[11] . The Chargers exchanged their second round selection in 2007 as well as third round , fifth round and 2008 third round selection. The Chargers also selected linebacker Anthony Waters from Clemson University, who missed his senior season due to a leg injury ^[12].

2007 San Diego Chargers Draft Selections

Draft order		Player name	Position	Height	Weight	College
Round	Choice
1	30	Craig Davis	WR	6 ft 1 in (1.88 m)	207 lbs (94 kg)	Louisiana State
2	37	Eric Weddle	SS	5 ft 11 in (1.83 m)	200 lbs (91 kg)	Utah
3	96	Anthony Waters	OLB	6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)	245 lbs (111 kg)	Clemson
4	129	Scott Chandler	TE	6 ft 7 in (2.04 m)	257 lbs (116 kg)	Iowa
5	172	Legedu Naanee	WR	6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)	225 lbs (102 kg)	Boise State
7	240	Brandon Siler	LB	6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)	238 lbs (107 kg)	Florida

[edit] Training Camp

The Chargers will open training camp with 21 of 22 starters returning including 11 Pro Bowlers. QB Phillip Rivers will return after taking over for Drew Brees in 2006 and helping the offense score a NFL-high 30.8 points a game . The starting RB position is filled with league M.V.P. LaDainian Tomlinson and lead reserve Michael Turner will return ^[13]. The primary competition appears to be heading into training camp on offense to be at WR where number 1 draft pick WR Craig Davis must work his way up the depth chart while competing with hold overs Vincent Jackson , Eric Parker and Malcom Floyd . The offensive line starting unit returns entact with competition expected for reserve roles^[14]. On defense the primary competition will take place at CB where 2006 1 st round selection Antonio Cromartie will try and unseat veteran Drayton Florence^[15]. Safety Eric Weddle who the Chargers traded several draft picks for will compete with Clinton Hart and Bhawoh Jue for playing time opposite Marlon McCree^[16]. Donnie Edwards starting ILB will have to be replaced after his release , based on the current depth chart and last seasons training camp under study Matt Wilhelm^[17] has the inside track for the starting role however the Chargers did draft Anthony Waters along with Brandon Siler who could challenge for playing time^[18]. In addition returning ILB Tim Dobbins should see more action after a solid 2006 season in reserve^[19]. Stephen Cooper who started several games at the strong side or run side ILB position is expected to start full time in 2007^[20] with the departure of ILB Randel Godfrey^[21]. Special teams again will be the major factor on several players ability to make the roster ^[22]. , Darren Sproles RB/KR who missed the 2006 campaign due to injury will be in a battle to make the roster^[23]. The Chargers agreed to contract terms with six draft picks , Craig Davis , Anthony Waters ,Paul Oliver , Legedu Naanee , Brandon Siler and Eric Weddle signed On July 23 2007. The Chargers had previously signed Scott Chandler^[24] which means all drafted players are expected to be in attendance at the start of training camp. 7/28/2007 marks the opening of training camp and it runs through August 22. Camp is held at Charger Park 4020 Murphy Canyon Rd San Diego C.A. 92123. 8/4/2007 10am Fan Fest will be held at Qualcomm Stadium 9449 Friars Rd San Diego, CA 92108. All events are free and open to the public.

[edit] Preseason schedule

Date	Opponent	Result	Host Stadium	NFL Recap
August 12, 2007	Seattle Seahawks	L 24 - 16	Qualcomm Stadium
August 18, 2007	St. Louis Rams	W 30 - 13	Edward Jones Dome
August 25, 2007	Arizona Cardinals	W 33 - 31	University of Phoenix Stadium
August 30, 2006	San Francisco 49ers	W 16 - 13	Qualcomm Stadium

[edit] Current roster

Template:San Diego Chargers roster

[edit] Regular season schedule

Week	Date	Opponent	Result	Record	Host Stadium	NFL Recap
1	September 9, 2007	Chicago Bears	W 14-3	1-0	Qualcomm Stadium
2	September 16, 2007	New England Patriots			Gillette Stadium
3	September 23, 2007	Green Bay Packers			Lambeau Field
4	September 30, 2007	Kansas City Chiefs			Qualcomm Stadium
5	October 7, 2007	Denver Broncos			INVESCO Field at Mile High
6	October 14, 2007	Oakland Raiders			Qualcomm Stadium
7	Bye
8	October 28, 2007	Houston Texans			Qualcomm Stadium
9	November 4, 2007	Minnesota Vikings			Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome
10	November 11, 2007	Indianapolis Colts			Qualcomm Stadium
11	November 18, 2007	Jacksonville Jaguars			Jacksonville Municipal Stadium
12	November 22, 2007	Baltimore Ravens			Qualcomm Stadium
13	December 2, 2007	Kansas City Chiefs			Arrowhead Stadium
14	December 9, 2007	Tennessee Titans			LP Field
15	December 16, 2007	Detroit Lions			Qualcomm Stadium
16	December 24, 2007	Denver Broncos			Qualcomm Stadium
17	December 30, 2007	Oakland Raiders			McAfee Coliseum

[edit] Regular season results

[edit] Week 1: vs. Chicago Bears

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Bears	0	3	0	0	3
Chargers	0	0	7	7	14

at Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, California

• Game time: 1:15 p.m. PDT
• Game weather: 73°F (Clear and Sunny)
• TV announcers (FOX): Joe Buck (play-by-play) and Troy Aikman (color commentator)
• Game attendance: 67,837
• Referee: Pete Morelli

The Chargers began their 2007 campaign at home as they matched up their offensive firepower against the Chicago Bears and their rock-hard defense. In this defensive slugfest, the Bears would hold RB LaDainian Tomlinson (last year's league MVP) to just 12 yards rushing on 11 attempts, while getting a 27-yard field goal by kicker Robbie Gould in the second quarter. This game would also mark the first time since 2001 that the Chargers were shut out in the first half. In the third quarter, San Diego started to bounce back as Tomlinson threw his 101st career touchdown pass to TE Antonio Gates from 17 yards out. In the fourth, LT delivered the final blow with getting a 7-yard TD run.

With the win, the Chargers began their season at 1-0.

[edit] Week 2: at New England Patriots

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0
Patriots	0	0	0	0	0

at Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts

• Game time: 5:15 p.m. PST/8:15 p.m. EST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (NBC): Al Michaels (play-by-play) and John Madden (color commentator)

• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 3: at Green Bay Packers

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0
Packers	0	0	0	0	0

at Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wisconsin

• Game time: 10:00 a.m. PST/12:00 p.m. CST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (CBS):
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 4: vs Kansas City Chiefs

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Chiefs	0	0	0	0	0
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0

at Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, California

• Game time: 1:15 p.m. PST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (CBS):
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 5: at Denver Broncos

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0
Broncos	0	0	0	0	0

at INVESCO Field at Mile High, Denver, Colorado

• Game time: 1:15 p.m. PST/2:15 p.m. MST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (CBS):
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 6: vs Oakland Raiders

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Raiders	0	0	0	0	0
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0

at Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, California

• Game time: 1:15 p.m. PST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (CBS):
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 8: vs Houston Texans

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Texans	0	0	0	0	0
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0

at Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, California

• Game time: 1:05 p.m. PST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (CBS):
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 9: at Minnesota Vikings

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0
Vikings	0	0	0	0	0

at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Minneapolis, Minnesota

• Game time: 10:00 a.m. PST/12:00 p.m. CST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (CBS):
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 10: vs Indianapolis Colts

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Colts	0	0	0	0	0
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0

at Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, California

• Game time: 5:15 p.m. PST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (NBC): Al Michaels (play-by-play) and John Madden (color commentator)

• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 11: at Jacksonville Jaguars

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0
Jaguars	0	0	0	0	0

at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium, Jacksonville, Florida

• Game time: 10:00 a.m. PST/1:00 p.m. EST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (CBS):
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 12: vs Baltimore Ravens

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Ravens	0	0	0	0	0
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0

at Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, California

• Game time: 1:15 p.m. PST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (CBS):
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 13: at Kansas City Chiefs

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0
Chiefs	0	0	0	0	0

at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri

• Game time: 10:00 a.m. PST/12:00 p.m. CST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (CBS):
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 14: at Tennessee Titans

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0
Titans	0	0	0	0	0

at LP Field, Nashville, Tennessee

• Game time: 10:00 a.m. PST/12:00 p.m. CST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (CBS):
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 15: vs Detroit Lions

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Lions	0	0	0	0	0
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0

at Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, California

• Game time: 1:15 p.m. PST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (FOX):
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 16: vs Denver Broncos

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Broncos	0	0	0	0	0
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0

at Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, California

• Game time: 5:00 p.m. PST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (ESPN): Mike Tirico (play-by-play), Tony Kornheiser (color commentator) and Ron Jaworski (color commentator)
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Week 17: at Oakland Raiders

Quarter	1	2	3	4	Tot
Chargers	0	0	0	0	0
Raiders	0	0	0	0	0

at McAfee Coliseum, Oakland, California

• Game time: 1:15 p.m. PST
• Game weather: TBD
• TV announcers (CBS):
• Game attendance: TBD
• Referee: TBA

[edit] Notes and references

[edit] See also

• 2007 NFL season

AFC	East	North	South	West	NFC	East	North	South	West
	Buffalo	Baltimore	Houston	Denver		Dallas	Chicago	Atlanta	Arizona
	Miami	Cincinnati	Indianapolis	Kansas City		NY Giants	Detroit	Carolina	St. Louis
	New England	Cleveland	Jacksonville	Oakland		Philadelphia	Green Bay	New Orleans	San Francisco
	NY Jets	Pittsburgh	Tennessee	San Diego		Washington	Minnesota	Tampa Bay	Seattle
2007 NFL Draft • NFL Playoffs • Pro Bowl • Super Bowl XLII

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