--The torn groin muscle which kept LaDainian Tomlinson out of the Chargers' final playoff game will be able to mend without an operation. "After getting numerous opinions from well respected doctors, I will not be getting surgery," he said. "I plan on using the off season to rehab and strengthen what's left of my adductors so that I am ready to play football next season."
--DT Jamal Williams was arrested on the suspicion of drunk driving recently, the second Charger to be charged in less than a month. WR Vincent Jackson was previously apprehended. "It's disappointing to hear about the issue involving Jamal Williams," general manager A.J. Smith said in a statement. "We'll continue to monitor the situation and let the legal process run its course. The Chargers have always been leaders and positive contributors to our community. We take our stature in the community very seriously. Through the Chargers and the NFL, our players receive one of the most comprehensive education and support programs in sports to help them deal with issues that affect all segments of society."
--Despite the Chargers' push into the second week of the playoffs, Smith knows the roster needs some work. "We've got some good players, but we've got to find a mix that can make some noise in the playoffs and continue to build a resume of success in pressure-packed situations," he said.
--The Chargers are the only NFL team to win division titles in each of the past three seasons. They have also won four of the past five AFC West crowns.
--The Chargers, counting the playoffs, have won 57 games since 2004. That figure is bettered only by the Patriots (71), Colts (68) and Steelers (62).
QUOTE TO NOTE: "One thing you can't fight is age. I can't go back to being 21, 22 again. I'm gonna approach next year like the previous eight." -- RB LaDainian Tomlinson, when asked if his challenging offseason training would be limited as he gets older.
