Derwin James Jr. - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Nadame Tucker on Proving Himself During Training Camp Chargers outside linebacker Nadame Tucker meets with the media to discuss his first NFL training camp and his approach to earning an opportu...

AUGUST 16 • CHARGERS.COM

Chargers' contract uncertainty leaves Tarheeb Still with a daunting challenge Even under new defensive coordinator Chris O'Leary, the strength of the Los Angeles Chargers' defense certainly lies in their secondary. Der...

AUGUST 9 • BOLTBEAT.COM

Chargers Roster Spotlights: Derwin James Jr., The Standard of What it Means to be a Charger A series where every single player on the Chargers' 90-man roster is covered. Today, DB Derwin James Jr. is highlighted.

AUGUST 9 • SI.COM

Mic'd Up: Derwin James, Jr. & Daiyan Henley at Training Camp 2026 Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley and safety Derwin James Jr. were mic'd up during a 2026 Training Camp practice wearing pads while in San D...

AUGUST 8 • CHARGERS.COM

Why Bleacher Report Ranked Derwin James as Top 5 Defensive Player in the NFL The Chargers star was also the outlet's No. 1 ranked nickel cornerback

AUGUST 6 • CHARGERS.COM

Harbaugh's Chargers honor late Billy Ray Smith before practicing in San Diego

Jim Harbaugh brought the Los Angeles Chargers back to San Diego for two days of training camp practices at the cozy college stadium where he began his head coaching career 22 years...

AUGUST 5 • Associated Press

Vita Vea Trade Rumors Loop in Chargers Thanks to Derwin James Chargers fans aren't the only ones who want to see LA trade for Bucs star Vita Vea.

JULY 31 • SI.COM

Derwin James fans the flames of Chargers' potential Vita Vea pursuit The Los Angeles Chargers aren't known for making splash moves, especially under Joe Hortiz. But when a player like Vita Vea becomes availabl...

JULY 30 • BOLTBEAT.COM

Derwin James Ranked No. 50 as Safety Makes NFL's Top 100 List For 5th Straight Year The All-Pro safety is the second member of the Chargers to appear on the NFL's Top 100 list

JULY 27 • CHARGERS.COM

Grading Chargers S Derwin James and the 2026 safety room Derwin James is back like he never left. After a challenging season for the Chargers safety in 2023, he's made back to back All-Pro teams. N...

JULY 26 • BOLTBEAT.COM

NFL Half-Decade Team: Patrick Mahomes, Myles Garrett Headline Star-Studded Group

Which players have been the league's best at each position in the 2020s to this point? We reveal our NFL Half-Decade Team.

JULY 21 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Half-Decade Team: Patrick Mahomes, Myles Garrett Headline Star-Studded Group

Derwin James' Contract Extension Looks Even Better for Chargers Already More proof the Chargers got a big win with the Derwin James extension.

JULY 19 • SI.COM

Chargers S Derwin James earns serious respect in key NFL poll after back to back All-Pro seasons Derwin James Jr. had a resurgence in his last two seasons with the Chargers to put him back into All-Pro conversations. James earned back-to...

JULY 17 • BOLTBEAT.COM

Baltimore's Kyle Hamilton voted top safety in the NFL by AP panel

Kyle Hamilton was voted the top safety in the NFL by The Associated Press

JULY 17 • Associated Press

Key Chargers defender has already set the stage for a massive Derwin James campaign The Los Angeles Chargers may not have made the biggest splashes on the open market this offseason. But they certainly haven't been shy with...

JUNE 25 • BOLTBEAT.COM

Why Derwin James is Among the NFL's Most Versatile Players The Athletic recently tabbed the Chargers safety in their top 10 list of most versatile players in the league

JUNE 25 • CHARGERS.COM

Chargers EDGE Tuli Tuipulotu's contract negotiations could reach a concerning stage EDGE Tuli Tuipulotu is the next contract extension the Chargers have to get done following Derwin James' deal. 2026 is the last season of Tu...

JUNE 18 • BOLTBEAT.COM

Derwin James' NFL-Best Trait is Key to Super Bowl Window After Coaching Change The Chargers’ defensive unit probably deserved a better fate last season. The Bolts’ five-time Pro Bowl safety did a lot of everything for t...

JUNE 18 • SI.COM

Mic'd Up: OC Mike McDaniel At 2026 OTAs Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel was mic'd up for the first time during OTAs at The Bolt. Watch the one-of-a-kind coach trash ta...

JUNE 10 • CHARGERS.COM

3 Observations: Chargers Defense Flashes in Week 2 of OTAs Teair Tart and Derwin James were among the standouts for Chris O'Leary's group on Tuesday afternoon

JUNE 2 • CHARGERS.COM

From the Ashes of 2023: Derwin James Jr. Rises Back Up to Reclaim His Spot at the Top The Los Angeles Chargers safety suffered a down year and a career low point in 2023 but has fought his way back.

MAY 29 • SI.COM

Jaguars may face a difficult Antonio Johnson choice after Derwin James deal The Jacksonville Jaguars aren't the only team making an effort to keep their homegrown talent. Just recently, the Los Angeles Chargers sent...

MAY 28 • BLACKANDTEAL.COM

How Derwin James, Chargers Reacted to All-Pro Safety's Contract Extension The five-time All-Pro safety expressed gratitude after agreeing to an extension with Chargers on Tuesday

MAY 28 • CHARGERS.COM

Chargers safety Derwin James turns focus back to football after landing contract extension

Derwin James has a three-year contract extension that will keep him with the Los Angeles Chargers through 2029, which also makes him the NFL's highest-paid safety for the second ti...

MAY 28 • Associated Press

Derwin James, Jr. Focused on Winning After Extension Chargers safety Derwin James meets with the media during OTAs after signing his contract extension with the team. James shares his appreciat...

MAY 27 • CHARGERS.COM

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Harbaugh's Chargers honor late Billy Ray Smith before practicing in San Diego

NFL Half-Decade Team: Patrick Mahomes, Myles Garrett Headline Star-Studded Group

Baltimore's Kyle Hamilton voted top safety in the NFL by AP panel

Chargers safety Derwin James turns focus back to football after landing contract extension