TANKING: Should the Chargers TANK the rest of 2027 for a Shot at Superstar Prospect Jeremiah Smith?
Locked On Chargers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Chargers · Oct 13, 2026 · 31:35
Locked On Chargers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Chargers
Locked On Chargers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Chargers · Oct 13, 2026 · 31:35
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Los Angeles Chargers fans wrestle with a tough reality: the team sits at 0-5, the playoffs are slipping away, and calls to tank for blue-chip wide receiver Jeremiah Smith are getting louder. Is a full rebuild on the table, or should the Chargers reload around Justin Herbert and keep key veterans like Khalil Mack and Derwin James? With a roster plagued by injuries and disappointing performances, the debate heats up over whether racking up losses for a top draft pick truly changes the franchise’s trajectory—or just risks alienating stars and fans alike.
Daniel Wade and David Droegemeier break down possible trade candidates, highlight Chris O’Leary’s breakout as defensive coordinator, and question the future of rising talents like Quentin Johnston and Oronde Gadsden. Plus, the hosts examine the Chargers’ organizational woes, the impact of missed investments in the offensive line and weapons, and the never-ending debate: is the franchise simply cursed, or just fundamentally flawed?
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