Guilty As Charged: An LA Chargers Podcast

The Chargers have a Justin Herbert and a Ben Herbert we believe in, as well as some Jim Harbaugh guy. The Chargers will consistently overachieve under Harbaugh's guidance. Here's how they do that in 2024. Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join To make your selections, go to PrizePicks.com/GUILTY and use code GUILTY for a first depo...

The Chargers have the 2024 NFL Draft and the bulk of free agency behind them. They have added as many players as they have lost, and have overhauled most of the coaching staff along the way. While the two of us do predict the Chargers having a winning record, there are several reasons the Chargers may underperform altogether. We'll discuss several of those on today's show! This is part ONE of a tw...

The Chargers kick off the Jim Harbaugh and Joe Hortiz era with the Raiders in Week 1 and face off against 16 other NFC and AFC teams along the way. What are the trap games? What's the easiest stretch of games? The most difficult? How many games will they win in 2024? All that and more discussed on today's live show! Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd...

The Chargers will release (in some glorious fashion) their 2024 schedule. When is the Harbaugh Bowl? How many prime time games do they have? Which team will the Chargers be facing in Week 18? Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join To make your selections, go to PrizePicks.com/GUILTY and use code GUILTY for a first deposit match up...

The #Chargers kicked off their 2024 NFL rookie minicamp last Friday and there are SEVERAL topics to cover. We'll discuss everything Jim Harbaugh had to say about the rookie class so far, including a ringing endorsement for linebacker Junior Colson: Per his press conference: "I'm not saying he's going to be wearing any dots or anything anytime soon — probably not the first year. He's literally maki...

The Chargers signed 20 undrafted free agents (UDFAs) and invited one other player on a camp invite to see any of them could push for a roster spot. The Bolts have a strong history of UDFAs making the roster and going on to have great NFL careers. The list this year is: Karsen Barnhart, OL, Michigan Akeem Dent, S, Florida State Thomas Harper, S, Notre Dame Casey Bauman, QB, Augustana Luke Benson, T...

In today's interview, Steven is joined by draft expert Brett Kollmann of The Bootleg Football Podcast and The Film Room. Brett shares his thoughts on how the Chargers rookies (mainly the first three picks) fit into the Chargers respective schemes, which day 3 rookie is most likely to bring excess value, realistic expectations for the Bolts in 2024 and much more! Make sure to join up as channel mem...

In today's episode, Steven is joined by Sheil Kapadia of The Ringer's Extra Point Taken show. Sheil shares his thoughts on Joe Alt and Ladd McConkey, Jesse Minter's defense, and if the Chargers can be a playoff team in 2024. Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/guiltyascharged​ To make your select...

To conclude our coverage of the Chargers' 2024 NFL Draft class, we will hand out awards and draft superlatives. Who was the best selection? Who is the most underrated? Who will be the training camp darling? All that and so much more on today's live episode of the Guilty as Charged Podcast. Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join Pat...

The Chargers entered a new era this past season with Joe Hortiz as their first new general manager since 2013. So far, and in particular through the draft, he looks to have found ways to succeed where his predecessor Tom Telesco could not. How did Hortiz maneuver to select (what appears to be) the best overall Chargers draft class in over a decade?. Make sure to join up as channel members at: http...

The Chargers' 2024 draft class has been finalized, so let's break each selection down and provide an overall class grade (spoiler: we loved this draft)! Round 1, Pick 5: Notre Dame OT Joe Alt Round 2, Pick 34: Georgia WR Ladd McConkey Round 3, Pick 69: Michigan LB Junior Colson Round 4, Pick 105: Alabama IDL Justin Eboigbe Round 5, Pick 137: Maryland DB Tarheeb Still Round 5, Pick 140: Notre Dame...

Our live reaction from the Chargers decision to draft Joe Alt! Plus a few of the other selections - basically 1-12. Had a great time chopping it up! Round 2 tomorrow night! Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/guiltyascharged​ To make your selections, go to PrizePicks.com/GUILTY and use code GUILT...

Join us live as we wrap up our 2024 pre-draft coverage for a fan driven Q&A! Various topics covered: Nightmare scenarios, players we'd least like to see drafted by a division rival, coffee vs energy drinks, Bond vs Bourne vs Wick, and more! The Chargers are just a few days away from the 2024 NFL draft. It's time for us to simulate our final mock draft! How would we approach the draft if we were gi...

The Chargers are just a few days away from the 2024 NFL draft. It's time for us to simulate our final mock draft! How would we approach the draft if we were given the keys to the car? Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/guiltyascharged​ To make your selections, go to PrizePicks.com/GUILTY and use...

The Chargers are less than a week away from their first draft under a new regime spearheaded by GM Joe Hortiz and HC Jim Harbaugh. Hortiz had some comments ahead of the big weekend, suggesting the team was looking for a massive haul if they were to consider moving back in the draft. What could that look like? We'll explore several scenarios the Chargers could consider while holding onto the fifth...

It's time to reveal our big boards and showcase our rankings for the Top 75 players in the 2024 NFL Draft. Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/guiltyascharged​ To make your selections, go to PrizePicks.com/GUILTY and use code GUILTY for a first deposit match up to $100! Follow us on Twitter! Podc...

The Chargers may find themselves missing out on top talent at positions of need early on in the draft. Who are the other guys in this class with comparable skill sets, roles, or athletic profiles the Chargers could target should they need to acquire a similar prospect later on? Topics include: Best YAC options after Malik Nabers Space-eater DTs after Sweat and Jenkins Center prospects after JPJ, B...

The Chargers are less than two weeks away from the start of the 2024 NFL Draft! We are lucky to be joined by The Athletic's Daniel Popper to get final insight ahead of the start of Round 1 and the beginning of the Joe Hortiz and Jim Harbaugh draft era. How will the Chargers approach the fifth pick in the draft? Do the Chargers have trade scenarios on the table? How do they address the rest of thei...

Join us live as we go over some Chargers draft weekend scenarios that could shock the media and fan base alike. Edge Rusher in round? No wide receiver until day 3? Let's dive in. We'll take questions after that. Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/guiltyascharged​ To make your selections, go to P...

Two weeks from the start of the 2024 NFL Draft, Steven and Tyler discuss over a dozen of their "MY GUY" prospects at different points in the draft. Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/guiltyascharged​ To make your selections, go to PrizePicks.com/GUILTY and use code GUILTY for a first deposit mat...

Some NFL teams opt to chase potential while others may take safer bets. If you're a team looking for the latter, here are some options on each day of the 2024 NFL Draft! Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/guiltyascharged​ To make your selections, go to PrizePicks.com/GUILTY and use code GUILTY f...

It's that time of year: DUELING MOCKS! Trevor Sikkema joins the GAC crew for a Trevor vs Steven vs Tyler set of four-round mock drafts! How will each decide to address the Chargers' needs through their first five selections? Come join us LIVE and find out! Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/guil...

On today's show, Steven and Tyler are joined by ESPN Chargers beat reporter Kris Rhim. The opening of Phase One + Ben Herbert's influence The vibes around the players being around Jim Herbert Potential draft plans for the Chargers Which position is a sneaky early need and a potential double dip Be sure to follow Kris and check it his articles on ESPN! Make sure to join up as channel members at: ht...

The 2024 NFL Draft is full of elite talent, but some players carry tremendous risk with their draft profiles that has teams split. Do you chase the potential of their upside or steer clear and aim for safer players? We break down several players who have high projections yet lower floors. 0:00 Show Start 9:13 Drop/Fumble Issues 17:40 Medical Concerns 23:19 Statistical Scares 29:11 Boom-or-Bust Tap...

The Chargers haven't had a strong defense while Justin Herbert has been quarterback. That all changes with the next installment in our mock draft series where defense is the priority. It's time to give 10 a defense that doesn't ask him to put up 30. Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/guiltyascha...