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Chargers News, Buzz Focuses on Tyreek Hill, Free Agent Targets and Franchise Tags

The top Chargers news and buzz to know as of late.
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The Los Angeles Chargers continue to go overlooked ahead of NFL free agency and the NFL draft. 

Jim Harbaugh’s club got some major headlines with the hiring of Mike McDaniel, but otherwise feel like an afterthought. Odd, considering the team has $83.7 million in free cap space and seems ready to make big moves. 

Look at the recent buzz around the Chargers: It’s all about Tyreek Hill and other free agents from teams such as the Buffalo Bills. 

Here’s a look at some of the most notable Chargers news and rumblings to know right now. 

Chargers Franchise Tag Primer: Odafe Oweh, Key Dates and Contract Details to Know

A rundown of key NFL franchise tag dates. Plus, a look at Chargers franchise tag candidates. The Chargers seem to have more than enough cap space to do major contract extensions, but this costly tool is there if needed. 

Tyreek Hill to Chargers Prediction

The Chargers will keep getting projected to sign free agent Tyreek Hill until he puts ink to paper with his next team. The Mike McDaniel connection is obvious. And it’s especially true when looking at an old Tweet from Hill. 

Chargers Predicted to Sign Former First-Round Pick in NFL Free Agency

Hill isn’t the only major free agent getting linked to the Chargers. In fact, one of the hottest new predictions has them going after a high-profile member of the Philadelphia Eagles.

Chargers, Odafe Oweh Franchise Tag Situation Gets First Notable Reporting

Will the Chargers use the franchise tag on Odafe Oweh? So far, the very first bit of actual reporting on the topic weighs things heavily in one direction. Subject to change if things don't work out, but they want to keep him after bringing him over via trade.

Chargers Get New Free Agency Target With Bills Standout Boasting Wild Stats

Elsewhere on the free agency front, the Chargers have also been suggested as a fit for a free agent from the Bills. It would cost quite a bit, but Los Angeles shouldn’t be balking at any pricetag when it comes to improving around Justin Herbert. 

Jim Harbaugh-Mike McDaniel Outing

Quick flashback to last week’s fun outing with Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh and offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel: 

Donte Jackson on Jim Harbaugh

Chargers social team with a funny look at Chargers players reacting to Jim Harbaugh: 

Omarion Hampton grades

Injuries or not, the Chargers clearly got a pretty good one with first-round pick Omarion Hampton: 

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Chris Roling
CHRIS ROLING

Chris Roling has covered the NFL since 2010 with stints at Bleacher Report, USA TODAY Sports Media Group and others. Raised a Bengals fan in the '90s, the Andy Dalton era was smooth sailing by comparison. He graduated from the E. W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University and remains in Athens.

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