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Chargers Weekly: Reacting To Najee Harris, Mack’s Return, & Free Agency Mar 12, 2025

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On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Matt “Money” Smith & Chris Hayre break down all the news from the start of 2025 NFL free agency, reacting to running back Najee Harris and cornerback Donte Jackson agreeing to terms with Bolts, LA Chargers outside linebacker Khalil Mack’s return for 2025, and who they think General Manager Joe Hortiz and the team could pursue next.

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Chargers Weekly: Full 2025 NFL Free Agency Preview Mar 07, 2025

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On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and Chargers legend Jahleel Addae recap the latest news involving LA and the entire NFL. In a wide-ranging full preview of 2025 free agency, the hosts break down the wide receiver market headlined by Davante Adams, the news that Seahawks wide receiver D.K. Metcalf reportedly requested a trade, and how the Bolts’ free agency plans will influence their options in the NFL Draft. They also discuss the importance of left tackle Rashawn Slater as he is eligible for a contract extension, how the Chargers should look to fill out the cornerback room, and who could be added to the offensive line this offseason.

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Chargers Weekly: How Can Chargers Ace 2025 NFL Draft? Feb 28, 2025

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On this episode of Chargers Weekly, hosts Chris Hayre and Matt “Money” Smith are onsite at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis to recap the latest news involving LA and the entire NFL. The hosts sit down with ESPN & The 33rd Team’s Mike Tannenbaum, The Athletic & FOX Sports’ Bruce Feldman, and ESPN’s Matt Miller to break down how the Bolts can ace the 2025 NFL Draft. The guests discuss which University of Michigan players could be headed for a reunion with Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, why this year’s crop of running back prospects is so exciting, and Feldman gives his eyewitness account of what really happened at Starbucks between Ian Rapoport and Jordan Schultz.

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Chargers Weekly: Kimes, Brugler, & Kollmann Talk Bolts’ Draft Options Feb 27, 2025

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On this episode of Chargers Weekly, hosts Chris Hayre and Matt “Money” Smith are onsite at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis to recap the latest news involving LA and the entire NFL. The hosts sit down with ESPN’s Mina Kimes, The Athletic’s Dane Brugler, and NFL analyst Brett Kollmann to break down the 2025 NFL Draft class and talk the Bolts’ options at No. 22. Kimes recaps quarterback Justin Herbert’s season and discusses where the Chargers stack up in the AFC West, Brugler revisits his scouting reports on tackle Joe Alt & back Ladd McConkey after stellar rookie seasons, and Kollmann explains how a top running back in the draft could change the Bolts’ offense.

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Chargers Weekly: Analyzing 2025 Draft’s Top WR & OL Prospects Feb 27, 2025

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On this episode of Chargers Weekly, hosts Chris Hayre and Matt “Money” Smith are onsite at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis to recap the latest news involving LA and the entire NFL. The hosts sit down with NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein, NFL Network’s Charles Davis, and Reception Perception’s Matt Harmon to break down the top WR & OL prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft. Analyzing the draft class, Zierlein talks which offensive linemen could help protect quarterback Justin Herbert, Davis discusses which prospects could fit Head Coach Jim Harbaugh’s identity, and Harmon discusses the wide receiver class and who fits alongside second-year receiver Ladd McConkey.

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Chargers Weekly: General Manager Joe Hortiz & More Talk 2025 Offseason Feb 25, 2025

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On this episode of Chargers Weekly, hosts Chris Hayre and Matt “Money” Smith are onsite at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis to recap the latest news involving LA and the entire NFL. The hosts sit down with Bolts General Manager Joe Hortiz, Assistant General Manager Chad Alexander, and NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah to talk the offseason ahead and what to look for during Combine week. Hortiz discusses strategy entering his second draft as GM, signing safety Elijah Molden to a contract extension and how that affects Derwin James, Jr., and even his take on the Los Angeles Dodgers and superstar Shohei Ohtani. Alexander highlights the Bolts’ options in free agency and the importance of the Combine to scouts. Finally, Jeremiah breaks down the draft class and why he had the Bolts selecting North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton at 22nd overall in his latest mock draft.

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Chargers Weekly: 2025 Free Agency & NFL Draft Combine Preview Feb 21, 2025

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On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and Chargers legend Jahleel Addae recap the latest news involving LA and the entire NFL. Breaking down the top available players this offseason in the draft & free agency, the hosts preview what General Manager Joe Hortiz could be looking for as he builds the 2025 Chargers, starting with next week’s NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. This episode was recorded on Thursday, February 20.

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Chargers Weekly: Daniel Jeremiah’s 2025 NFL Draft Preview Feb 14, 2025

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On this episode of Chargers Weekly, host Matt “Money” Smith is joined by NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah to recap the latest news involving LA and the entire NFL. Breaking down Jeremiah’s analysis of the 2025 NFL Draft class, they preview each position group and where the Chargers could look to add with the 22nd overall pick. Jeremiah discusses his excitement for the running back class led by Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty, the top tight ends in the class including Penn State’s Tyler Warren and Michigan’s Colston Loveland, and why he would look to add another weapon to the offense for quarterback Justin Herbert early in the draft.

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Chargers Weekly: Fan Q&A: Building The 2025 Chargers Feb 07, 2025

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On this episode of Chargers Weekly, hosts Chris Hayre and Matt “Money” Smith recap the latest news involving LA and the entire NFL. In a wide-ranging fan Q&A, the hosts break down the biggest decisions facing General Manager Joe Hortiz & Head Coach Jim Harbaugh in building the 2025 Chargers this offseason, including who to target on the trade market featuring Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett & Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp, which internal free agents should be a priority to bring back, and whether or not to draft a tight end like Penn State’s Tyler Warren or Michigan’s Colston Loveland in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Chargers Weekly: How Will Bolts Attack 2025 Offseason? Jan 31, 2025

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On this episode of Chargers Weekly, host Matt “Money” Smith is joined by beat reporter Daniel Popper from The Athletic to recap the latest news involving LA and the entire NFL. They recap Head Coach Jim Harbaugh’s first year as Head Coach, preview how General Manager Joe Hortiz will attack the 2025 offseason, and Popper gives his plan for how the Bolts should handle the draft & free agency.

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