Chargers Podcast Network

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre give their analysis on the 2026 offseason. The duo recap the wedding and NFL Top 100 honors for EDGE Tuli Tuipulotu, predict starters on the offensive and defensive line, and praise the team's upgrades at multiple positions. Learn why they're so high on the tight end room and rookie safet...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre break down their expectations for Chargers 2026 Training Camp and focus on previewing some of the top storylines. The duo suggests position competitions that fans should be excited to watch during the open practices held at The Bolt starting July 29, which will feature one joint practice...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre provide their biggest takeaways from 2026 minicamp. The duo recap the press conferences of offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel and defensive coordinator Chris O'Leary while providing insight on what they've seen at this week's mandatory minicamp. Learn why the vibes are at an all-time hig...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre break down the offensive line's new identity after an offseason of acquisitions. The duo recap the press conferences of o-line coach Butch Barry and new guards Kayode Awosika and Cole Strange while providing insight on what they've seen at practice. Find out why Mike McDaniel's fast paced...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre break down what Justin Herbert loves about Mike McDaniel's offense. The duo analyze Herbert's press conference during OTAs where he spoke about the pace of the offense, working with center Tyler Biadasz, getting Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt back, and what it's like having new tight end targ...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre analyze the team’s new-look offensive line after the first few days of OTAs. The duo explain the difference in this year’s scheme under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel and elaborate on the drills offensive line coaches Butch Barry and Nick Hardwick have the group doing. They also...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre examine the Bolts’ current roster construction and potential position battles with minicamp on the horizon. The duo identify players poised to make a leap this year like R.J. Mickens and Junior Colson, break down defensive line coach Mike Elston's position-less approach to the use of Dalv...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre analyze the Bolts’ 2026 schedule on release day before previewing what the addition of TE David Njoku means for Mike McDaniel's offense. The duo break down their favorite matchups this season, how rest and travel play a factor, and when to watch the squad play in prime time. They also rec...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre break down the Bolts’ biggest breakout candidates for the 2026 season and additional pieces they could still look to add before training camp. The duo discuss recent free agents linked to the team, what the front office likes about this rookie class, and why Omarion Hampton and Tre’ Harri...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre discuss the Bolts exercising wide receiver Quentin Johnston’s fifth-year option and what the offense could look like this season under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. The duo also recap the team’s undrafted free agent signings, preview Akheem Mesidor’s debut at upcoming rookie mi...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith & host Chris Hayre recap the Bolts' entire 2026 NFL Draft class and provide analysis on how they fit into this year’s team. After the conclusion of the draft, the duo break down the selections of EDGE Akheem Mesidor, OL Jake Slaughter, and more. They discuss how the team improved their depth, what they’ve see...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith gives his instant reaction to day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft before sitting down with Assistant General Manager Chad Alexander. Money talks through names to watch on day 3 including cornerback Jermod McCoy, guard Jalen Farmer, and wide receiver Brenen Thompson before Chad joins him to break down the Bolts drafti...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre recap the the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft including the selection of Miami EDGE Akheem Mesidor at 22 by the Bolts. The duo break down round 1's biggest storylines including the LA Rams drafting QB Ty Simpson, the run on offensive lineman and the Baltimore Ravens picking Olaivavega I...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith & host Chris Hayre recap General Manager Joe Hortiz and Assistant General Manager Chad Alexander’s pre-draft press conference before discussing the consensus 2026 NFL mock draft consensus at pick 22. The duo evaluate potential trade options, debate guard vs. EDGE, and share why they think wide receivers will...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith & host Chris Hayre dive into why the 2026 NFL Draft is so unpredictable and which positions have the widest variance in evaluations. The duo consider trade options that include Dexter Lawrence and Deebo Samuel, debate which EDGE is the best at pick #22 between Akheem Mesidor, TJ Parker, Cashius Howell, or Zio...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith & host Chris Hayre discuss the Bolts’ potential strategy in the 2026 NFL Draft. Following Jim Harbaugh’s press conference from the 2026 Owner’s Meetings in Arizona, the duo discuss starting offensive line combinations, trading back for more picks, and what position has the most value this year. Presented by S...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith & host Chris Hayre discuss how the Bolts might utilize pick #22 in the 2026 NFL Draft. Following the team’s recent addition of guard Kayode Awosika in free agency, they debate the Bolts’ draft strategy, whether Penn State guard Olaivavega Ioane will be available at pick #22, and the potential to draft an addi...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre break down the Chargers remaining offseason possibilities. They discuss what a potential trade could look like, which players are being circled on draft boards, and what other teams have been up to lately. Presented by Splitero. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith and host Chris Hayre break down how the Chargers are building their 2026 roster. They discuss the importance of strengthening the offensive line in free agency, why the run game will be a major emphasis moving forward, and what draft options might help shape a new-look offense. Presented by Splitero. See omny...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith kicks things off with an emergency pod to announce the signing of Center Tyler Biadasz. He explains why this signing is a home run for the Bolts and breaks down the former Washington Commanders' biggest strengths. Then host Chris Hayre helps dive into the mind of Chargers Assistant GM Chad Alexander from the...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith & host Chris Hayre sit down with NFL Network Analyst Bucky Brooks, ESPN NFL Draft Analyst Field Yates, and ESPN NFL Analyst Mina Kimes at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. The three experts give their picks on the Bolts best fit, the best plan of attack in free agency, and where they can build ar...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith & host Chris Hayre sit down with ESPN’s Dan Graziano, NFL Analyst Brett Kollmann, and The Athletic’s Dane Brugler at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. The three guys give unique perspectives on their national coverage of the league, the strengths of this year’s draft class, and how the Chargers c...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, hosts Chris Hayre and Matt “Money” Smith speak from Day 2 of the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. They sit down with Matt Harmon of the Reception Perception podcast to break down Mike McDaniel’s impact on the Chargers’ offense in 2026 and the latest news on the team’s wide receivers. Later, they chat with Bruce Feldman (The Athletic & Fox) about the top prospects in...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, hosts Chris Hayre and Matt “Money” Smith are onsite at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis to recap the latest news involving LA and the entire NFL. The hosts sit down with Bolts General Manager Joe Hortiz and NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah to talk the offseason ahead and what to look for during Combine week. Hortiz discusses strategy entering his the 2...

On this episode of Chargers Weekly, Bolts radio play-by-play announcer Matt “Money” Smith & host Chris Hayre answer fan questions ahead of the free agency, NFL Combine, and draft. They give their takes on what to expect this offseason, their favorite free agents & prospects to look out for, and what the team could look like next season. Presented by Splitero. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...