Trending Now - Chargers Focus on Retaining Key Players in Free Agency
WHO:
Del'Shawn Phillips, linebacker for the Los Angeles Chargers
Ryan Ficken, Chargers Special Teams Coordinator
Jim Harbaugh, Chargers Head Coach
Trey Pipkins III, offensive lineman for the Los Angeles Chargers
Justin Herbert, quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers
Mike McDaniel, Offensive Coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers
Trevor Penning, offensive tackle re-signed by the Chargers
Cole Strange, former Miami Dolphins guard signed by the Chargers
Tyler Biadasz, former Washington Commanders center signed by the Chargers
WHAT:
The Chargers agreed to terms with Del'Shawn Phillips on a one-year deal.
Phillips earned Second-Team All-Pro honors in 2025 and set a single-season franchise record with 24 special teams tackles.
Phillips' 24 tackles ranked second in the NFL for special teams.
He led the Chargers in special teams snaps with 352.
In the 2026 season, Phillips recorded 1 fumble recovery, 37 tackles, and 1 tackle for loss.
The Los Angeles Chargers agreed to terms with Trey Pipkins III on a multi-year contract extension.
The contract is a two-year deal worth $10 million, potentially increasing to $12 million through incentives.
Pipkins has played in 97 career games and made 66 career starts.
In the 2025 season, Pipkins appeared in 14 games and made 11 starts.
Pipkins ranked 36th in pass block win rate (90.2%) and 63rd in run block win rate (68.3%) among tackles in 2025.
Pipkins had five false start penalties in 2025, the most in his career.
WHERE:
Los Angeles, California, home of the Los Angeles Chargers
University of Sioux Falls, where Pipkins played college football
WHEN:
The contract extension was announced on Wednesday, March 11th, 2026.
Pipkins was drafted in the third round (91st overall) of the 2019 NFL Draft.
Pipkins played four seasons at Sioux Falls from 2015 to 2018 and redshirted in 2014.
WHY:
Retaining Phillips is seen as a key step for the Chargers to build on their special teams success from the second half of the 2025 season.
The Chargers aimed to strengthen their offensive line depth and ensure a solid veteran presence as they transition to a new offensive scheme under Mike McDaniel.
HOW:
Phillips was praised by both Ryan Ficken and Jim Harbaugh for his performance and leadership on the team. Ficken stated, "He has been everything above and beyond not only what I could ask for, but what this team could ask for." Harbaugh noted, "Just really happy for his success."
The Chargers re-signed Pipkins after he demonstrated versatility by playing all offensive line positions except center and stepping into a starting role due to injuries on the team.
(UPDATED March 11, 2026 23:05 UTC)
The Los Angeles Chargers have agreed to terms with linebacker Del'Shawn Phillips on a one-year deal, a significant move as he earned Second-Team All-Pro honors in 2025 and set a franchise record with 24 special teams tackles. Phillips, who led the Chargers in special teams snaps last season, recorded impressive stats in 2026, including one fumble recovery and 37 tackles. Both Special Teams Coordinator Ryan Ficken and Head Coach Jim Harbaugh praised Phillips for his performance and leadership, highlighting his vital role in the team's success.
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(UPDATED March 11, 2026 21:04 UTC)
The Los Angeles Chargers have announced a multi-year contract extension for offensive lineman Trey Pipkins III, worth $10 million over two years, with the potential to increase to $12 million through incentives. Pipkins, who has played in 97 career games and made 66 starts, had a solid 2025 season, appearing in 14 games and starting 11, though he did lead the team with five false start penalties. The Chargers are looking to bolster their offensive line depth and maintain a strong veteran presence as they adapt to a new offensive scheme under Offensive Coordinator Mike McDaniel.