If you were like me and thought AJ Smith was one of the best general managers in the NFL, you and I were both dead wrong. In fact, since the Chargers’ 2004 and 2005 draft classes, they have not had a single draft that yielded even mediocre results, at least as it has to do with the long term, which is what you do in the draft–build for the long term.

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The most elaborate Bday celebration I think I have seen in vegas to date.. Usually theres a red carpet, maybe some sparklers, but the entire nightclub was brought to a standstill! The crowd was parted as Noah parts the red sea to allow Shaun and his entourage to pass under personalized, rainbow, light up batons, along with tons of personalized toys that were all promptly tossed into the crowd. Add to it a HUGE birthday cake escorted with bottles of champagne and every cocktail server in the place wearing a Shaun Phillips Charger’s jersey. Finish it off with the walls plastered with his photo and a celebrity entourage to boot!! So fun to hang out with my old skool crew I haven’t seen in FOREVER!! Glad you guys dragged me out for this one….

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Starting with the draft, thegregone is holding his opinion on the subject. The good news is Corey Liuget looks to be a solid pick. Every mock draft I saw had him going higher than he did in the draft. All reports say he is very powerful, has a nonstop motor and will be a good option as a defensive end although he is listed as a defensive tackle. His nickname is ‘Legit’ and we’re all hoping he lives up to it. This pick did come as a surprise considering the fact that the third best cornerback, Prince Amukamara was there as were defensive ends Cameron Jordan and Muhammad Wilkerson. The knocks are that he lacks explosion and lower body strength, doesn’t hold the double team well and only has an average bull rush. These are all things that can be taught. New defensive coordinator Greg Manusky was the most sought after coach at his position this offseason and if that is who he wanted, and we know he had plenty of say in the matter, I trust his judgement. Todman looks like a steal if he is as good as advertised and locals are thrilled with San Diego State wideout Vincent Brown. I think the Chargers did well addressing special teams, first by firing special teams coach Steve Crosby, then by adding depth to the third unit by drafting players in the last rounds to fill out the special teams. I was disappointed the Chargers let Casey Matthews get away but again, in Manusky we trust… (more…)