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Chargers Sign All-Pro Defender Ahead of the Playoffs
The Los Angeles Chargers are 9-6 and one win away from clinching a postseason berth after a one-year hiatus. In Jim Harbaugh’s first year as a head coach, the Bolts took a significant step forward and will be a tough out in the playoffs regardless of who they play.
This success was built upon their defensive identity. The Chargers defense currently allows the fewest points in the NFL and ranks in the top five in coverage and overall defense per PFF. That is a significant step forward for the team that finished 21st or below in four straight seasons before Harbaugh arrived.
Yet, the Chargers aren’t done adding to their already elite defense. On Monday, the team announced that it was signing former All-Pro safety Eddie Jackson to the practice squad and released running back John Kelly.
we’ve signed S Eddie Jackson to the practice squad and released RB John Kelly from the practice squad
— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) December 23, 2024
After being one of the best defenders in the league in his early seasons with the Chicago Bears, Jackson signed with the Baltimore Ravens before the 2024 season. There, he appeared in nine games, starting in four and playing 339 defensive snaps before being released on November 23. In his stint there, he had a career-worst 50.9 defensive grade on PFF and allowed a 69.6% completion rate and three touchdowns when targeted.
At this stage of his career, Jackson is more of a deep bench option as a competent veteran. The Chargers have Derwin James Jr and Elijah Molden starting at safety after Alohi Gilman landed on the injured reserve list. Molden missed Week 16 with a knee injury, pushing Tony Jefferson further up in the pecking order.
Jackson will not be elevated when the Chargers’ rotation is fully healthy but now that they are banged up, there may be an opportunity for the 31-year-old veteran.
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The Los Angeles Chargers have made a major move ahead of the NFL playoffs by signing All-Pro defender to bolster their defense. With a spot in the postseason secured, the Chargers are looking to make a deep run and this signing could be a game-changer.
The addition of this All-Pro defender adds a new level of talent and experience to the Chargers’ defense, which has already been one of the best in the league. This move shows the team’s commitment to winning and their belief that they have what it takes to compete with the best teams in the playoffs.
Fans are excited to see how this All-Pro defender will make an impact on the team and help lead them to playoff success. With the playoffs just around the corner, the Chargers are gearing up for a strong postseason run and this signing only adds to their chances of making a deep playoff run.
Stay tuned as the Chargers prepare to make a statement in the playoffs with their newly signed All-Pro defender leading the way.
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