Jim Harbaugh has assembled his new crew of coordinators.
The Los Angeles Chargers have agreed to terms with Western Michigan defensive coordinator Chris O'Leary to become their new DC, the team announced late Wednesday night.
O'Leary is replacing Jesse Minter, who was hired as the Baltimore Ravens' new head coach. O'Leary previously worked under Minter as the Chargers safeties coach in 2024.
At Western Michigan, O'Leary's defense helped the team to a 10-4 record and a first-ever Mid American Conference Championship.
Prior to his previous season with the Bolts, O'Leary spent six years at Notre Dame in various roles.
During O'Leary's single season with the Chargers, L.A. boasted the No. 1 NFL defense in points allowed. Last year, the Chargers were a top-10 D in points and yards allowed.
Harbaugh's no doubt hoping O'Leary can pick up where Minter left off.
O'Leary joins former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel, the squad's new offensive coordinator, as Harbaugh's new top lieutenants with L.A. looking to move a step further in 2026 after back-to-back wild-card playoff exits.
