DAN GREENSPAN
Fans wait for the start of the second round of the NFL football draft, Friday, April 28, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Rams aim to get tougher in trenches with Day 2 picks

By Dan Greenspan Apr. 28, 2023 07:54 PM EDT
TARZANA, Calif. (AP) — When Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay and general manager Les

FILE - Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Kendricks stands on the field before an NFL wild card playoff football game against the New York Giants, Jan. 15, 2023, in Minneapolis. The Los Angeles Chargers signed Kendricks with the belief his leadership and skill can help their defense reach the next level. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Chargers value leadership new LB Eric Kendricks will provide

By Dan Greenspan Apr. 17, 2023 06:59 PM EDT
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers signed linebacker Eric Kendricks

Los Angeles Rams' Terrell Lewis sacks Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson during the first half of an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif.(AP Photo/Marcio J. Sanchez)
Frustration spills over for Broncos in humbling loss to Rams

By Dan Greenspan Dec. 25, 2022 09:51 PM EST
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Russell Wilson, ever the optimist, couldn’t find a way to

Los angles Rams quarterback Baker Mayfield (17) warms up before an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wis. Monday, Dec. 19, 2022. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
Baker Mayfield getting better sense of what Rams are about

By Dan Greenspan Dec. 21, 2022 11:38 PM EST
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Baker Mayfield is starting to get a sense of what his

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (81) makes a catch over Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard (25) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
With Williams, Allen on field, Chargers can be dangerous

By Dan Greenspan Dec. 14, 2022 07:53 PM EST
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — It was a catch that Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp runs after a catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
With Kupp injured, Rams need other receivers to step up

By Dan Greenspan Nov. 17, 2022 10:16 PM EST
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams had all the ingredients to overcome

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp runs after a catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Cooper Kupp hurts ankle vs. Cardinals in latest blow to Rams

By Dan Greenspan Nov. 13, 2022 07:12 PM EST
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Just when it seemed like things couldn’t get much worse for

Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers (3) carries the ball as Dallas Cowboys cornerback Jourdan Lewis (2) attempts to make the stop in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Rams RB Cam Akers back at practice, won't explain absence

By Dan Greenspan Nov. 03, 2022 09:48 PM EDT
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Based on the playful ribbing Cam Akers received Thursday

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, right, hands off to running back Ronnie Rivers during the second half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Rams can't sustain offense in second half of loss to 49ers

By Dan Greenspan Oct. 30, 2022 10:05 PM EDT
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — For one half, the Los Angeles Rams looked as if they had

Los Angeles Rams running back Darrell Henderson Jr., center left, celebrates his rushing touchdown with quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Brian Allen's return could lift beleaguered Rams' O-line

By Dan Greenspan Oct. 26, 2022 09:52 PM EDT
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Brian Allen thought his troublesome knee would not be a

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Mike Jackson (30) defends against Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver DeAndre Carter (1) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Chargers can't overcome slow start in loss to Seahawks

By Dan Greenspan Oct. 23, 2022 11:09 PM EDT
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers have plenty of experience digging

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald (99) is kept away from Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota (1) by Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Elijah Wilkinson during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Rams' pass rush trying to work through uncharacteristic funk

By Dan Greenspan Oct. 06, 2022 09:01 PM EDT
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — With defensive tackle Aaron Donald in the fold, rushing

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) avoids a tackle by Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald (99) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Rams' Donald knows what's coming from familiar 49ers offense

By Dan Greenspan Sep. 30, 2022 10:21 PM EDT
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — As the Los Angeles Rams prepare to play the San

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith, left, greets Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay after the Rams defeated the Falcons 31-27 in an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Rams see McKinley as gamble worth taking to boost pass rush

By Dan Greenspan Sep. 23, 2022 12:59 PM EDT
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — After finishing his first practice for the Los Angeles

Los Angeles Rams linebacker Bobby Wagner (45) reacts after sacking Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota, below, during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Rams' Wagner gets to show off familiarity with NFC West

By Dan Greenspan Sep. 21, 2022 08:36 PM EDT
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Sean McVay has seen plenty of Arizona Cardinals

Rams TE Hopkins suspended 3 games under NFL's drug policy

By Dan Greenspan Sep. 21, 2022 07:11 PM EDT
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Rams reserve tight end Brycen Hopkins was

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) participates in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility in Costa Mesa, Calif. Saturday, July 30, 2022. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Chargers' Jackson could return from ankle surgery for opener

By Dan Greenspan Aug. 24, 2022 06:49 PM EDT
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — J.C. Jackson could be ready to play when the Los Angeles

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) walks off the field after a practice at the NFL football team's training camp Wednesday, July 27, 2022, in Costa Mesa, Calif. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu)
Chargers' J.C. Jackson could miss games after ankle surgery

By Dan Greenspan Aug. 23, 2022 05:15 PM EDT
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson underwent ankle surgery Tuesday, putting

Los Angeles Chargers tackle Trey Pipkins III (79) and tackle Zack Bailey (78) participate in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility in Costa Mesa, Calif. Thursday, July 28, 2022. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Chargers linemen Pipkins, Norton still pushing to start

By Dan Greenspan Aug. 22, 2022 07:49 PM EDT
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Brandon Staley acknowledged the Los Angeles Chargers still

Los Angeles Chargers offensive tackle Foster Sarell (73), offensive tackle Rashawn Slater (70) offensive lineman Zion Johnson (77) and center Isaac Weaver (60) participate in a practice at the NFL football team's training camp, Wednesday, July 27, 2022, in Costa Mesa, Calif. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu)
Chargers rookie Zion Johnson builds his game with calmness

By Dan Greenspan Aug. 06, 2022 05:02 PM EDT
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers rookie Zion Johnson carries himself