Derwin James

Derwin James was named a first-team All-Pro as a rookie back in 2018. Since then, the Chargers' dynamic safety has been sideswiped by injury. He said watching his team in 2020, including rookie QB Justin Herbert, makes him excited for the team's prospects in 2021.

Judy Battista ranks all six head-coach openings in the NFL in the wake of the 2020 season. Is any job better than developing Chargers QB Justin Herbert?

Gil Brandt examines which first-round picks from 2018 should have their fifth-year options picked up. Where do the Browns' Baker Mayfield and the Jets' Sam Darnold stand?

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks spotlights five teams suffering from an identity crisis. Plus, the truth about Baltimore's play-calling firestorm and much more.

Marc Sessler dishes on what's hot -- and what's not -- in the NFL. The hype's building around Joe Burrow, while Derwin James suffered another crushing blow.

Derwin James will return in 2021. The Chargers announced Wednesday that the star safety underwent successful surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee, noting that James is expected to make a full recovery and be ready for next season.

Chargers safety Derwin James will need meniscus surgery and will miss the 2020 season, as he'll be out six to eight months, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport. 

With Week 1 right around the corner, Gregg Rosenthal rounds up the winners and losers from NFL training camp. Is Le'Veon Bell a lock to open this season on the Jets?

Despite having one of their best defenders go down this weekend, Chargers coach Anthony Lynn said the team is not considering adding veteran Earl Thomas to their stacked secondary.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James, who missed all of the 2019 season, is likely to miss significant time with a meniscus injury he suffered during Sunday's practice, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported. 

Eagles QB Carson Wentz isn't practicing Sunday and is day-to-day after suffering a minor soft tissue injury, Ian Rapoport reports. Keep track of the latest news and notes from NFL training camps.

As we hurtle toward the 2020 NFL season, Adam Schein predicts which nine teams will boast the league's best defenses. Who earns the No. 1 spot: Derwin James' Chargers, Tre'Davious White's Bills or Nick Bosa's 49ers?

'Hard Knocks: Los Angeles' kicks off Tuesday and will feature both the Rams and Chargers as they attempt to prepare for a strange and uncertain NFL season. Get all of your questions answered by Dan Hanzus ahead of the premiere.

Adam Rank runs through the most off-base player ratings in "Madden NFL 21," including a lower-than-expected appraisal of Deshaun Watson and a generous mark for Rob Gronkowski.

With a bevy of new weapons flanking Drew Lock, are the Broncos poised for a breakthrough season? Do the Raiders have the firepower to keep up with the Chiefs? Who'll the Chargers start at quarterback? Adam Maya has a training camp primer for each AFC West team.

Do the Patriots completely collapse without Tom Brady? Is Sam Darnold on the verge of stardom? Will the Seahawks miss the playoffs? Adam Schein reveals his nine boldest predictions for the 2020 season.

Who are the NFL's rising stars? Marc Sessler identifies the league's best young talent with his All-Under-25 Team. Check out who made the cut at each position.

Chris Wesseling highlights the top individual-level matchups on the 2020 NFL schedule -- including the fireworks-producing DeAndre Hopkins-Jalen Ramsey rivalry being ported to the NFC West.

The 2020 NFL season will kick off with a rematch of one of the most memorable playoff games from last season. The Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs begin their title defense against Deshaun Watson and the Houston Texans on Thursday, Sept. 10.

Which players have Adam Rank's support in 2020? He identifies one player from each NFL team that he'll be rooting for during the upcoming season.

To say the least, Day 1 2020 NFL Draft was unusual, but by the time the first round was complete, the results looked like previous drafts with trades and surprises. Here are Daniel Jeremiah's six biggest takeaways from Day 1.

Is Jordan worth the Love? Will teams regret passing on Isaiah Simmons? Could a center be this class' cleanest prospect? Before the 2020 NFL Draft officially gets underway Thursday night, Adam Schein provides nine strong takes.

In his latest mock draft, Peter Schrager has a curveball at the receiver position, with Henry Ruggs III coming off the board before Alabama teammate Jerry Jeudy. Plus, a number of new names crash the back half of Round 1.

In Bucky Brooks' first mock draft in more than a month, he sees both Jeff Okudah and Tua Tagovailoa sliding outside of the top five. Meanwhile, a whopping six offensive tackles come off the board in Round 1.

Tired of reading the same prospect-team groupthink? Adam Rank delivers a mock draft based on what clubs SHOULD do in Round 1. His recommendation calls for the Patriots to end a surprising slide.

Los Angeles Chargers stars Derwin James, Austin Ekeler, Casey Hayward and Kenneth Murray host a watch party for the AFC Divisional playoff game between the Cleveland Browns and Kansas City Chiefs.

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo explains why Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James will miss 6-8 months due to an injury.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses whether the Los Angeles Chargers should consider signing free agent safety Earl Thomas to replace an injured Derwin James.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport details Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James' injury return timeline.

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports Los Angeles safety Derwin James is expected to miss games in 2020.

Watch NFL players across the league react to their "Madden NFL 21" ratings.

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn joins "Good Morning Football" to discuss "Hard Knocks," the Chargers QB situation and shares his outlook for 2020.

Cynthia Frelund names her top 7 early candidates for 2020 Comeback Player of the Year.

Experience the sights and sounds of the game from the perspective of the NFL players and personnel on the field in the Week 16 edition of "Best of Mic'd Up".

Watch the highlights of the Week 14 matchup between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James tackles Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette for a loss to cause a turnover on downs.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James breaks down going against Los Angeles Rams wide receivers at joint practice.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James has been ranked the No. 31 player on "The Top 100 Players of 2019."

NFL Network's Brian Baldinger breaks down game tape from Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James joins "Mock Draft Live" to talk about his 2018 NFL Draft journey, offer advice to prospects in the 2019 NFL Draft and discuss his teams 2019 expectation.

The AFC defense, led by Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Dee Ford and Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Brandon Williams, stop the NFC on fourth down deep in the red zone.

Watch the top 10 plays from Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James' impressive 2018 season.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James shines during the 2018 season.

Watch every impressive defensive play by the Los Angeles Chargers vs. Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Wild Card game.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James joins "Up to the Minute" for a live interview.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James talks with the Pro Bowl captains after being voted into the 2019 Pro Bowl.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James' strong tackle of Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce prevents a big first down pickup.

NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah dives into the tape to show how Los Angeles Chargers rookie safety Derwin James was dominant vs. the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 14.

Los Angeles Chargers Derwin James picks off Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger on a good read.

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James intercepts Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen's pass.