Outgoing San Diego Chargers general manager A.J. Smith left the roster in a mess after his final season. New GM Tom Telesco and coach Mike McCoy are tasked with fixing the franchise's direction.

San Diego Chargers coach Norv Turner will sit quarterback Philip Rivers and tight end Antonio Gates on Friday night against the Minnesota Vikings after pondering the laundry list of injuries along the offensive line.

The San Diego Chargers have salary-cap issues looming on the defensive side of the ball. But they've got top bargains in linebacker Antwan Barnes and wide receiver Malcom Floyd.

Chargers take Baker with compensatory pick

The Chiefs have talent, but what can they do to keep up with the Peyton Manning-led Broncos? An elite guard like David DeCastro would help. Chad Reuter breaks down draft needs in the AFC West.