Russell Baxter

Russell Baxter

Joined: Jan 27, 2025

Russell S. Baxter has been writing and researching the game of football for more than 40 years, and on numerous platforms. That includes television, as he spent more than two decades at ESPN, and was part of shows that garnered five Emmy Awards. He also spent the 2015 NFL season with Thursday Night Football on CBS/NFLN.

Dec 14, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton (8) runs for yards after the catch against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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May 19, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh during offseason workouts at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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May 11, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel during offseason workouts at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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May 11, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers tight end Charlie Kolar (88) during offseason workouts at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Nov 9, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Donte Jackson (26) celebrates after an interception against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter of the game at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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The veteran cornerback will enter his second season with the Chargers, and the best of Donte Jackson may be yet to come.

May 11, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel watches during offseason workouts at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Chargers may feature a vastly improved ground game this upcoming season.

May 19, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton (8) carries the ball during offseason workouts at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Chargers' running game struggled to stay healthy in 2025, but could have a bounce back thanks to talented Omarion Hampton.

Oct 12, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden II (86) looks on after carrying the football against the Miami Dolphins during the third quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Oronde Gadsden II opened some eyes in his first NFL season, and could be ready to make a big impression in 2026.

May 11, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers owner Dean Spanos and coach Jim Harbaugh watch during offseason workouts at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Chargers' 2026 schedule is loaded with teams that reached the playoffs in 2025.

May 11, 2026; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh watches during offseason workouts at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Getting back to the playoffs for the third straight year will be a challenge for the Colts.

Jan 11, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh looks on during the second quarter against the New England Patriots in an AFC Wild Card Round game at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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The Chargers have to improve in one key area if they are to push for their first division title since 2009.

Dec 28, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel runs off the field following a win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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New Chargers' OC Mike McDaniel is looking to make two-time Pro Bowler Justin Herbert more effective.

Dec 7, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (85) walks off the field after the game against the Tennessee Titans at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

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The veteran tight end gives offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel a reliable scoring target.

Oct 23, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers outside linebacker Khalil MacK (52) is introduced for the game against the Minnesota Vikings at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Jim Harbaugh and his staff will get a look of plenty of rookies on Friday.

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona defensive back Genesis Smith (DB47) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Youth could be served at one safety spot in the Chargers' secondary.

Dec 7, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (85) walks off the field after the game against the Tennessee Titans at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

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Adding a proven tight end to Mike McDaniel's offense would be a wise move.