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LAST SEASON: Bolts went winless in first four games of relocation season Brett Maher Jersey , but rest of coach Anthony Lynn's first year in charge was very encouraging. Los Angeles won nine of final 12 games with vicious offense led by stalwart quarterback Philip Rivers and receiver Keenan Allen, who lived up to potential to become one of NFL's best playmakers. Los Angeles occasionally struggled to run ball, but passing game made it mostly irrelevant. Defense struggled against run at times, but still forced turnovers and did more than enough to secure victories. Chargers won final five home games at cozy StubHub Center, even establishing home-field advantage late in year. They missed playoffs on tiebreaker on final day of season, but few teams head into 2018 with more momentum.

THEY NEED: LB Denzelle Good Jersey , DL, OL, RB.

THEY DON'T NEED: WR, TE, CB.

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OUTLOOK: Bolstering run defense is logical step, and several athletic linebackers could supplement depth at position http://www.greenbaypackersteamonline.com/aaron-jones-jersey , which is thin behind Denzel Perryman. Another defensive lineman would be welcome, as would elite offensive lineman capable of taking over at right tackle or filling in if Chargers are hit with another round of injuries. Bolts mostly played it cool during free agency, and they're in position to take best available player throughout draft while being fairly confident they've got solid talent base. If right opportunity arises, they even might decide it's finally time to draft successor to Rivers, who says he plans to play for "a handful more years," but will turn 37 during season. Rivers hasn't missed game since 2006 Roger Staubach Jersey , but even he knows Bolts will have to get somebody new at some point.

The Carolina Hurricanes are bringing back Jeff Daniels as an assistant coach.

General manager Don Waddell announced the hiring of Daniels on Monday and completed the staff for new coach Rod Brind’Amour.

The 49-year-old Daniels was an assistant with the team from 2003-08, was part of the staff that won the Stanley Cup in 2006 and has been the organization’s manager of pro scouting since 2015.

He also coached the Hurricanes’ AHL affiliate in Charlotte from 2008-15, and has worked in player development and scouting for Carolina.

Waddell says Brind’Amour ”has a great understanding for the experience and knowledge that he brings to the table.”

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