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David Johnson
The San Diego Chargers host the Arizona Cardinals for a week of practice leading up to their game Friday. The Cardinals begin practice at Chargers Park on Tuesday after having their home turf taken over by Guns N' Roses' massive arena tour on Monday. On Tuesday, practice will be at Qualcomm Stadium, Wednesday at Chargers Park. Both teams will take the day off Thursday to rest before the game Friday.
The joint practice will be a nice change-of-pace for both teams. Undoubtedly, they're all tired of hitting each other in practice. One could expect the intensity level of practice to heighten with men in different colored jerseys on the opposite sideline. This will be a big week for the players fighting to make the roster.
Living in Phoenix, I have heard plenty of juicy tidbits coming from the Cardinals' side of the ball. The Arizona Cardinals are a Super Bowl favorite and a great way for the Chargers to test themselves against one of the deepest and most talented rosters in the league. Cardinals' head coach Bruce Arians expressed his respect for Chargers' head coach Mike McCoy on local radio Monday and talked about the joint practice.
"That's the one thing, I enjoy working with Mike McCoy because we have the same philosophy." Arians said. "We wouldn't practice any different. We wouldn't hit a guy going over the middle on our team in practice; we won't hit one of their guys going over the middle. We always stay away from the quarterback." Arians continued.
"It's creating competition but it's practice, and we've got 180 guys on the same team for three days. Then we'll play them in the game and all bets are off." Arians said on the Doug and Wolf morning radio show Monday.
More interestingly, Cardinals' General Manager Steve Keim was also on the radio Monday talking about the road trip and made no bones about the fact he was looking to wheel and deal if the opportunity presents itself.
"I reached out to Tom Telesco last night and he and I will get together before practices start and talk about both of our rosters," Keim started. "See where our deficiencies are you know; in hopes that you can always talk about, hey, is there an area where we can help each other improve?" Keim stated.
This kind of talk goes on behind-the-scenes at every joint practice if the front office is worth their salt. There are two 90-man rosters full of guys playing their hardest to showcase their talents for their current team and whomever else may be watching. What's curious about this case is that Keim, who does a radio segment every week in Phoenix, has made it no secret over the past two weeks that he will be actively pursuing a healthy exchange of ideas and hopefully players during this trip to San Diego.
Sounds like the Chargers have something the Cardinals want…
Let's look at the possibilities. The Cardinals have a wealth of depth at their defensive line, wide receiver, secondary and running back positions. They are lacking on their offensive line, especially at right tackle. The Cards are currently starting D.J. Humphries. Humphries was their first-round pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. Arians listed Humphries as inactive for every game last season because of his inability to grasp the playbook and laziness on the practice field. Humphries earned the unfortunate nickname "knee-deep" referring to Arians' disposition with Humphries in 2015.
Arizona's deficiencies at linebacker have been hidden due to the effectiveness of the secondary and defensive line. If the Cardinals plan on carrying a third quarterback, it won't be NFL journeyman Matt Barkley or Jake Coker, an undrafted free agent signee out of Alabama. Both quarterbacks have been unimpressive in camp and in their first preseason game.
San Diego has an abundance of talent at linebacker where they currently have 15 linebackers on their roster. The Chargers also have better depth at tight end, quarterback and offensive tackle. The possibilities for a talent exchange is endless but I will give you five names to watch.
RB Andre Ellington: The Cardinals drafted Ellington in the sixth-round of the 2013 NFL Draft. Lower leg and foot injuries have derailed what was a phenomenal start to his career. Ellington is finally back to full strength from his injuries but with Chris Johnson (who led the NFL in rushing yards before he went down to injury in 2015), the emergence of David Johnson, Stepfan Taylor (considered the best pass protector of the group) and Kerwynn Williams on board, Ellington may be the odd man out. Ellington would be a great insurance policy for Melvin Gordon and he is an electrifying return man as well. Just how fast is Ellington? He ran the 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine in 4.51-seconds with a pulled hamstring!
QB Mike Bercovici and G Vi Teofilo: Both of these men played their college ball right down the I-10 at Arizona State University. Bercovici has been the most impressive of the quarterbacks the Chargers have brought in during the offseason. Kellen Clemens and Zach Mettenberger are likely to be second and third on the quarterback depth chart unless Telesco sees enough promise in Bercovici to make one of the two expendable. Teofilo is a 6″3′-inch, 315-pound guard who fills a need for depth at that position.
CB Justin Bethel: In a very crowded Cardinals' secondary room, Bethel has sat on the sidelines with a foot injury and watched as his job is threatened by rookie third-round pick Brandon Williams. Williams has wowed the coaching staff with one head-turning practice after another and is making the most of his quick ascension to the first team.
Bethel was a key piece of the Cardinals' 2015 secondary as the number two cornerback opposite Patrick Peterson. With Peterson locking down his side of the field, lots of balls came Bethels' way and he was up to the task with 46 combined tackles, nine passes defensed, two interceptions (one returned for a touchdown) and two forced fumbles. Bethel was signed to a three-year, $15-million dollar contract extension in the offseason and made the Pro Bowl for the third consecutive year in 2015 as a special-teamer. Arians has a reputation for his disdain for players in the trainers' room. Bethel could be moved if the price is right.
ILB Manti Te'o: Manti isn't on the bubble but this is a contract year for him. Many stories are afloat about Te'o finally coming into his own as a leader. Foot injuries limited his effectiveness in his first two seasons but he finally showed what he is capable of in 2015 as he led the Chargers in tackles with 107 combined tackles. Te'o had a strong finish to his 2015 season, especially after Denzel Perryman was promoted to starter midway through the season. The two had an unspoken chemistry and played well off each other.
Why would the Chargers let him go now?
Te'o leaves you wanting more and not necessarily in a good way. Every missed tackle, every time a receiver catches a ball right in front of him, every time he's left behind by a running back we shake our heads in frustration. To his credit, 2015 was hands down the best we've seen of him. However, there is a reason Telesco hasn't offered him an extension when he has been diligently signing the Chargers' core players to multi-year deals.
A Te'o-for-Bethel deal works for both sides.
What do you think? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.
Bolt Up!!
The Greg One
As you all may now know, Chargers General Manager Tom Telesco got a three-year extension right before the start of the 2015 season. But did he deserve it? Here I breakdown his three draft classes, free agent classes and contract extensions. I will be grading by a very easy criteria: Performance (worth the draft pick, money, etc), Value (starter or depth) and if they're still on the team. It will be broke down by a number scale of 0-10, 0 being very bad and 10 being very good. At the end of each section I will give a percentage and a letter grade to that category by adding up the number I give to the player and divide it by 10 (max number a player/move can get). 90-100% = A, 89-80% = B 79-70% = C, and anything below that is an F. Lets get to it:
His Draft Classes
***Note: these rankings are how they have played since joining the Chargers. 2015 draft class is too early to judge, I get that, but it's on how they have played as a Charger.
2013: #11 OL DJ Fluker, #38 MLB Manti Te'o (traded up), #76 WR Keenan Allen, #145 CB Steve Williams, #179 OLB Tourek Williams, #221 QB Brad Sorenson
DJ Fluker: Started off as a Right Tackle and played fairly well in 2013 before injuries in 2014 set in and he was recently moved to Right Guard in the offseason. He didn't play as well as hoped, but it was his first time ever being there so it wasn't really unexpected. Grade: 6
Manti Te'o: Trading up in the draft for anyone who isn't a playmaker is a very big loss no matter what you gave up to get said player. Manti has been battling injuries most his career and is still having troubles wrapping up and tackling NFL sized players. He isn't terrible like Donald Butler and did play better next to Perryman. Grade: 5
Keenan Allen: This was the best draft pick Telesco has had and Keenan is quickly developing into one of the best receivers in the AFC. He was on a torrid pace this season leading the league in catches and yards and was well on his way to breaking records until he got hurt. Again. Ended the season on IR with a lacerated Kidney. Grade: 9
Steve Williams: Keenan's roommate at Cal, he hasn't really done much before this season and even ended his rookie year before it started. He's looking more and more like depth than he is a solid part of the team and wouldn't be missed in terms of production if cut. Grade: 3
Tourek Williams: Tourek hasn't done anything either since his rookie season. He was injured the entire year this season and even ended up finishing the year on IR. Grade: 1
Brad Sorenson: Has never been listed as more than the third-string quarterback, he spent 2014 on another team and 2015 between free agency and practice squad. Grade: 0
2014: #25 CB Jason Verrett, #50 Jerry Attaochu (traded up), #89 OL Chris Watt, #165 DT Ryan Carrethers, #201 RB Marion Grice, #240 WR Tevin Reese
Jason Verrett: Verrett is quickly becoming a lockdown cornerback, if only he can stay healthy. He had 3 picks this season, one for 6, and was ranked the fifth best CB this season according to pro football focus. Grade: 8
Jerry Attaochu: Again, trading up in the draft for players who aren't playmakers hurt your team no matter what you gave up. Attaochu is one of those guys. Chargers moved up to get him and he has been getting better, but isn't a playmaker who can bring it from week to week yet. Grade: 5
Chris Watt: Watt was a reach when drafted and a guy the coaches are hoping to be the heir to Hardwick at the center position. It hasn't worked and he hasn't stayed healthy. In fact, he has been graded as one of the worst offensive linemen in football. Grade: 3
Ryan Carrethers: Carrethers shows promise but for some reason, the coaches don't play him. Whether it's work ethic or attitude, we don't know. But for him being a second year, 5th round pick, it's not really uncommon. Grade: 5
Marion Grice: Got beat out by undrafted free agent Brandon Oliver and then swooped up by Arizona. Grade: 0
Tevin Reese: Never had a chance at the NFL level because he was way too small. His speed was for real but his size and catching were not. Never made the roster. Grade: 0
2015: #15 RB Melvin Gordon (Traded up), #48 MLB Denzel Perryman, #83 CB Craig Mager, #153 OLB Kyle Emanuel, #192 DE Darius Philon
Melvin Gordon: For trading up in the draft, see Manti Te'o and Jerry Attaochu. Yes, ANOTHER trade up and this time for a running back. Melvin Gordon from Wisconsin was most everyone's pick that were Charger fans. But he has shown tremendous flaws in his game and hasn't been anywhere close to the guy the Chargers had hoped for. The line was a problem as well, no doubt about it. Grade: 2
Denzel Perryman: Perryman looks promising and has quickly become a fan favorite. By the end of the year, he took the starting job from Butler (and deservedly so) and shined. He is by far the best linebacker we have on this team and he only started in about 5 games. Grade: 7
Craig Mager: Mager couldn't find the field in 2015. He was a very big reach in the third round to begin with, but I understand why he did it. He has a lot to work on to become valuable and it's going to take a few years to see that most likely. Grade: 3
Kyle Emanuel: Emanuel started strong. First game of the year vs the Lions he had a sack and an interception and then eventually was nowhere to be seen. He has tackling issues and doesn't seem to set the edge like an OLB needs to do. He does come from a small school and was a 5th round pick so it is warranted and excusable. Grade: 4
Darius Philon: A guy I really liked coming out of Arkansas, Philon has shown some promise but overall looks to be a very good rotational player. He was put on the IR-designated to return list during the season but was playing well before that. Grade: 3
Final result: 64/170 = 37%, F
His free agent signings (major ones only)
***Note: these are how the players have played since joining the Chargers
2013: RB Danny Woodhead, OT King Dunlap, CB Derek Cox, OG Chad Rinehart, TE John Phillips
Danny Woodhead: Probably Telesco's best signing and a big reason why we made the playoffs in 2013. Woodhead brings that "security blanket" the team had been missing since Sproles signed with New Orleans. He was versatile up until the Bills game last season where he ended it with a broken fibula. Other than that, he's been a rock. Grade: 9
King Dunlap: Another strong signing by Telesco. Dunlap wasn't much in Philly but Chargers brought him in on a very team friendly deal and he excelled and actually earned a pay raise this last offseason. Another solid signing by Telesco that year. Grade: 8
Derek Cox: The biggest miss by Telesco in 2013. He was toast everytime he touched the field and eventually was benched and ended his time with the Chargers. Cut after his first season. Grade: 2
Chad Rinehart: He was average at the guard position in 2013 and awful there in 2014. He was a fill in for the future and expecting anything other than below average was a pipe dream. Grade: 4
John Phillips: Nothing flashy but he was the blocking Tight End that the team needed. Being mostly used as that, he has caught a few passes and even a touchdown. He was eventually cut by the team this season and brought back as well. Grade: 4
2014: RB Donald Brown, CB Brandon Flowers, MLB Kavell Connor, TE David Johnson. Quick note: Kellen Clemens was also signed, but as a backup QB it is unfair to grade so I left him off for those purposes
Donald Brown: Terrible signing by Telesco as he was brought in for RB depth and got $5 million a year. He went inactive for most of this season as well. Grade: 3
Brandon Flowers: As bad as the Brown signing was, is how good of a signing the Flowers one was. He really boosted this secondary and his lockdown play earned him his new contract in this past offseason, something I will get to in a bit. Grade: 8
Kavell Connor: Brought in for LB depth, Kavell had a big workload in 2014 as he filled in for oft injured Manti Te'o and played fairly well when called upon. Grade: 6
David Johnson: Brought in to be the FB, David Johnson is brutal. He constantly looks lost and doesn't know where he's going and doesn't seem to find the field that often now as well. Grade: 3
2015: WR Jacoby Jones, OG Orlando Franklin, WR Stevie Johnson, CB Patrick Robinson, DB Jimmy Wilson
Jacoby Jones: He was brought in to give us a feared return game. He never lived up to that and in fact, wasn't even half of what we expected. Cut halfway through the season. Grade: 0
Orlando Franklin: Big money linemen signing, Franklin has been a HUGE disappointment as he isn't even close to the guy who Telesco thought he was signing. System fit, as they ran a zone scheme could be a huge factor of why, but overall he was as bad as Rinehart. Grade: 3
Stevie Johnson: Started out strong, pulling in touchdowns in each of his first two games played for San Diego, but then seemed to check out and then eventually got hurt. Grade: 6
Patrick Robinson: The sneakiest of signings, PRob may have been the best signing of Telesco's tenure. He graded as a very solid corner this season by Pro Football Focus and was a bright spot in a secondary that had high expectations going into the season. Grade: 7
Jimmy Wilson: Jimmy Wilson was brought in to be a Marcus Gilchrist type safety. One that could play safety and cornerback but actually do it well. Well, he couldn't and eventually got cut at the end of the season. Grade: 2
Final Result: 65/140 = 46%, F
His contract extensions/re-signings (major one's only)
2013: K Nick Novak, RB Ronnie Brown
Nick Novak: There wasn't many re-signings his first year, which wasn't bad. But Novak was solid here as he was very reliable. Grade: 8
Ronnie Brown: Ronnie Brown was brought in as a veteran backup and one who was very reliable with the rock. He had one big touchdown vs the Benagls that sealed the deal in our first playoff win since 2008. So for that, he gets a little extra love from me in his grade. Grade: 7
2014: MLB Donald Butler, S Darrell Stuckey, OG Chad Rinehart, CB Richard Marshall
Donald Butler: This couldn't have gone any worse than it has. 2014 he was rated as one of the worst MLB's in football and in 2015, rookie Denzel Perryman took his starting job and his time as a Charger may be over. Grade: 0
Darrell Stuckey: Solid as a special teamer, Stuckey was another sneaky good extension. He has made the pro bowl a few times as a special teamer but as a safety, he has been very limited in playing time. Grade: 6
Chad Rinehart: From an average 2013, to an awful 2014, Rinehart was below average for us. I understand the signing, but should have had a plan B. Grade: 3
Richard Marshall: Marshall had a knack at getting turnovers at the end of 2013, but most of that was due to him being in the right place at the right time. He was brought in for depth because he knew the system in 2014 but due to injuries, he played more than he should have. Grade: 3
2015: OT King Dunlap, CB Brandon Flowers
King Dunlap: Dunlap was a rock for us since 2013, but after his extension, he was very concussion prone again. Missed a chunk of the season and hasn't lived up to his extension quite yet. Grade: 4
Brandon Flowers: Another player hit by injuries and possibly even coaching, Flowers under performed big time and was even rated as a bottom third corner this season. He really needs to have a bounceback season for his contract to not look so bad. Grade: 2
Final Result: 33/80 = 41%, F
Final overall result: 162/390 = 41%, F
Using my grading scale, Tom Telesco has gotten an 'F' grade as a general manager hitting on only 4 of every 10 personnel decisions. This doesn't even include an undersized defense he has put together and coaches that are not good at what they do.
We all have differences of opinion on the different players aforementioned, but we can all agree that most his decisions have been sub-par.
Agree or disagree with my assessment? Did Telesco deserve this extension? I don't think so, as my grading scale has proved. Let me know below!
-Zak Darman
The problems the Chargers have on offense reach well beyond a banged-up offensive line. Granted, Philip Rivers deserves to be anointed for sainthood having to play behind such a hot mess.
Let's be real, kids. The offense is a complete mess and here's why:
• Tom Telesco drafts kids who do not fit in this offensive "scheme".
• Mike McCoy and Frank Reich refuse to change their "scheme" to fit the personnel Tom Telesco has given them.
• Frank Reich is clueless and predictable at the same time.
The first and second points go hand in hand. I give you Melvin Gordon as case in point. Melvin is a 21 or 22 personnel grouping back. This means two running backs, a tight end and two wide receivers (21 personnel) or two RBS, two TEs and a WR (22 personnel). He is not, nor ever has been, a spread formation back. He ran primarily out of 21, 22 or 12 personnel groupings (single setback two TEs on the line, not in pass formation). Sure, Melvin ran effectively out of other personnel groupings, but his strength is as an I-formation back.
When you move up in the draft to get the player you covet, you don't make him fit your scheme. You adjust your scheme to his skill set. The Chargers don't even possess a legitimate fullback on the roster. The closest thing to a fullback they have is tight end David Johnson. The last real fullback this team had was Lorenzo Neal. Once AJ Smith and Norv Turner kicked him to the curb, the fullback position has been an afterthought and the running game began its decline.
Gordon's lack of production isn't his fault alone. He doesn't fit the scheme, rather the scheme doesn't fit him. Blocking has been horrific, that's on personnel and coaching. Injuries to D.J. Fluker, Orlando Franklin, King Dunlap and others hasn't helped. Offensive line coach Joe D'Alessandris has to do a better job coaching up this line. Chris Watt gets destroyed on a regular basis at center. Move him to guard and he gets pushed back into Rivers' face.
Make no mistake, the 2015 Chargers' offensive front will never be mistaken for Marcus McNeill, Kris Dielman, Nick Hardwick, Mike Goff and Shane Olivea. They just aren't that good overall. I like the Orlando Franklin acquisition, but he's hurt. Dunlap is solid and his return will help Rivers sleep a little easier. Moving Fluker inside was a positive and, by far, an upgrade over Johnnie Troutman. Barksdale at right tackle is an upgrade over Fluker playing the position. I said it before, but it bears repeating: Watt is horrible. Telesco and McCoy have failed miserably to assemble a line that is worth its salt.
Apparently, Dean Spanos needs to hire Bill Polian so that Telesco can be good again. He's looking like the classic example of the master making the apprentice look better and smarter than he really is.
Nobody will ever mistake Frank Reich for Ken Wisenhunt — or even Cam Cameron. His idea of attempting to run the ball is give it to Melvin from the shotgun, up the gut behind the aforementioned Watt and the one-legged Fluker. In D.J.'s defense, on one leg he's still better than Troutman. That run nets two yards, so it's back to pass, pass, pass behind an O-line that can't protect a ham sandwich, let alone an immobile Rivers.
I realize this is a pass-first league. To that, I say "so what?"
Newsflash, Frankie-boy, this line is not your Buffalo K-Gun line. This line couldn't pass protect against a pee wee football team! You and Mike McNorv talk about balance, so do it! Don't continue to be an idiot. All that will do is get you charged with murder when Philip finally can't get up after being hit while trying to throw the ball.
Mike Pisciotta
The 2015 offseason was anything but enjoyable for Chargers fans. We here at BoltBlitz.com had covered all of the new stadium/relocation to Los Angeles talk, possible pre-draft trade of Philip Rivers, the unwillingness of the organization to work out a contract extension with Eric Weddle and the suspension of Antonio Gates.
It was all quite exhausting.
One of the things that bothered me the most, in addition to the aforementioned issues, was the fact that there are a large number of Chargers on the 2015 squad that are not under contract for next season, including Weddle, Gates, Floyd and Green.
After doing a little research, my fears were heightened when seeing the plethora of quality names who do not have deals for 2016.
Here are the explanations of each free-agent designation and other information you'll need to understand about free agency.
Accrued season = Six or more regular-season games on a club's active/inactive, reserved/injured or reserve/physically unable to perform lists.
Franchise player (exclusive or nonexclusive) = The salary offer by a player's club determines what type of franchise player he is: exclusive or non-exclusive.
An "exclusive" Franchise Player — not free to sign with another club — is offered the greater of (i) the average of the top five salaries at the player's position for the current year as of the end of the Restricted Free Agent Signing Period on April 19; or (ii) the amount of the Required Tender for a non-exclusive franchise player, as explained below.
Article 10, Section 2(a)(i) of the CBA sets forth the methodology, known as the "Cap Percentage Average," for calculating the Required Tender for such a player:
The Nonexclusive Franchise Tender shall be a one year NFL Player Contract for (A) the average of the five largest Prior Year Salaries for players at the position . . . at which the Franchise Player participated in the most plays during the prior League Year, which average shall be calculated by: (1) summing the amounts of the Franchise Tags for players at that position for the five preceding League Years; (2) dividing the resulting amount by the sum of the Salary Caps for the five preceding League Years…; and (3) multiplying the resulting percentage by the Salary Cap for the upcoming League Year…(the "Cap Percentage Average")…; or (B) 120 percent of his Prior Year Salary, whichever is greater.
If a club extends a Required Tender to a "non-exclusive" Franchise Player pursuant to this section, the player shall be permitted to negotiate a player contract with any club, except that draft choice compensation of two first-round draft selections shall be made in the event he signs with a new club.
Transition player = A transition player has received a minimum offer of the average of the top 10 salaries of last season at the player's position or 120 percent of the player's previous year's salary, whichever is greater.
A transition player designation gives the club a first-refusal right to match within seven days an offer sheet given to the player by another club after his contract expires. If the club matches, it retains the player. If it does not match, it receives no compensation.
* Unrestricted free agent = A player with four or more Accrued Seasons whose contract has expired. He is free to sign with any club, with no draft choice compensation owed to his old club.
** Restricted free agent = He can negotiate with any club. If the Restricted Free Agent signs an offer sheet with a new club, his old club can match the offer and retain him because the qualifying offer entitles it to a "right of first refusal" on any offer sheet the player signs. If the old club does not match the offer, it may receive draft choice compensation depending on the amount of its qualifying offer. If an offer sheet is not executed, the player's negotiating rights revert exclusively to his old club. In addition, a player who would otherwise be a Restricted Free Agent may be designated by his old club as its Franchise Player or Transition Player.
*** Exclusive rights free agent = Such a player has no more than two accrued seasons in the NFL and may only sign with his prior team, provided, of course, that the team extends a minimum qualifying offer to the player.
Here is a look at all of the Bolts that are in the final year of their contracts with the team, according to spotrac.com.
- FS – Eric Weddle
- TE – Antonio Gates
- WR – Malcom Floyd
- RT – Joe Barksdale
- CB – Patrick Robinson
- QB – Kellen Clemens
- G – Johnnie Troutman
- DE – Kendall Reyes
- DL – Ricardo Mathews
- FB/TE – David Johnson
- TE – Ladarius Green
- OL – Chris Hairston
- TE – John Phillips
- C – J.D. Walton
- SS – Jahleel Addae
- OL – Kenny Wiggins
- WR – Dontrelle Inman
- OLB – Cordarro Law
- OL – Tyreek Burwell
When looking at the offensive side of the ball, the entire tight end group is not under contract for 2016. Although it would make sense to bring back Green, his concussion problems may prevent the team from doing so. Phillips is primarily a blocking tight end, but he made a few plays during the four-week absence of Gates. Speaking of Gates, it is hard to say whether or not the Chargers will be able to find a team-friendly deal should he decide to continue his NFL career.
At the wideout spot, Floyd has already stated that he will not be back next season, announcing that this year will be his last. Inman looks to be a prime candidate for being re-signed by the club. He is gaining the trust of Philip Rivers in the passing game. His blocking as a wide receiver in the running game is improving with each snap he receives.
Offensive linemen Joe Barksdale and Chris Hairston have started multiple games in 2015, with Barksdale slotted as the team's starting right tackle. He will most likely be brought back depending on the direction Tom Telesco decides to go in the early rounds of the 2016 draft. Hairston provides sold depth and versatility, making him a possibility for a return to the Chargers. Guys like Kenny Wiggins and Tyreek Burwell could be re-signed to fairly low-salary numbers. Burwell would still have another year of eligibility on the practice squad. Recently signed J.D. Walton will have to impress when called upon to receive consideration for an eventual re-signing.
The defensive side of the ball is obviously highlighted by the last year under contract for Eric Weddle. The team has made it clear that there will be no contract talks prior to the beginning of the 2016 league year. It doesn't necessarily seem as though the team is willing to pony up and re-sign him to the money he believes he is worth. There is always the option of the organization applying the franchise tag to Weddle, paying him a top-five salary at his position on a one-year deal. Quite frankly, I don't see that happening.
Fellow defensive back Patrick Robinson has looked to be a solid acquisition this offseason. Due to injuries, he has been asked to start on the outside although his position as the nickel corner is ideal for his skill-set. If he can continue to make an impact, he should be worth a look to remain with the team beyond 2015. It wouldn't surprise me if he was offered a deal during the middle of this season.
Former second-round draft pick Kendall Reyes has been a bit of a disappoint save his rookie campaign. Depending on the desired contract of the defensive end, he may be hard-pressed to stay with the club past this year. He has not provided a viable solution opposite of Corey Liuget on the defensive line. Liuget needs help upfront, and Reyes does not seem like the guy for the job.
Ricardo Mathews is one of the most versatile defensive lineman on the team. He can line up at multiple spots and his high motor is impressive for a man his size. He comes back for at least one more season, in my opinion.
The situation surrounding strong safety Jahleel Addae is very interesting. Because of a nasty looking injury where his leg appeared to fold in half, he has missed the majority of the snaps through four weeks, allowing Jimmy Wilson to start in his place. If Addae were to come back and make an impact, would the team be willing to make him a long-term offer? It is difficult to say at this point. Similar to Barksdale, a lot of his future with the Bolts could depend on what Telesco plans to do in the draft.
I am not sure if you are as frightened by the number of free agents for 2016 as I am. But it looks like the 2016 Chargers have the chance of looking quite a bit different than this year's squad.
Thank you very much for reading.
Booga Peters
Information gathered from spotrac.com, football.about.com and NFL.com.
The San Diego Chargers are one game away from having their future first-ballot Hall-of-Fame tight end back on the playing field.
Antonio Gates is forced to sit out the Week 4 contest against the Cleveland Browns due to his violation of the league's substance abuse policy.
Gates has been missed. There is no doubt about that.
Upon his return, Gates will immediately assume his place as the team's starter at tight end.
Being without Ladarius Green in Week 3, the offense struggled to get going when pressured by the Vikings' defenders. Having Gates back in the lineup can help provide Rivers with a much-need safety valve.
Although Green filled in admirably during the first two weeks, the return of Gates will allow Rivers and the Chargers' offense much more flexibility in the passing game.
Though not revered for his run-blocking skills, the 35-year-old does a sufficient job when it comes to helping out the offensive line in the running game.
Where he obviously makes an impact is as a pass-catching threat. His presence will hopefully help Rivers cut down on his alarming number of turnovers thus far through the 2015 season (six through three weeks; four interceptions and two fumbles).
Gates is an integral part of the Chargers' offense. Not having him for the first four weeks is extremely hurtful to the offense's ability to move the ball, especially when it comes to converting third downs into first downs.
Entering his 13th year in the NFL with the Bolts, the numbers that he has put up rank in him as one of the best tight ends in the history of the league.
An undrafted free agent in 2003, Gates has registered 788 for 10,014 yards and 99 touchdown receptions. He is the team's all-time leader in all three categories. Those numbers are good to have him at fourth in NFL history in receptions and yards as a tight end. His 99 touchdown catches ranks him as second in history as a tight end. With one more touchdown catch, Gates will be only the ninth player in NFL history with at least 100 receiving scores.
Not too shabby.
It goes without saying that Gates will be welcomed back to the lineup with open arms. His innate ability to create separation, despite a decreasing speed over the last few years, provides Rivers with the optimal target when the team needs to achieve those necessary, difficult yards in clutch situations.
Gates will be watching the Chargers' offense do its thing this upcoming Sunday against the Browns without him for the last time. I feel as though I can speak on behalf of all Chargers' fans when I say that we are all excited to see that No. 85 jersey back on the field, making plays as he continues to climb up the rankings as one of the best tight ends to ever play in the NFL.
Not too bad for a former college basketball player.
Gates is in his contract year with the Chargers. It is difficult to determine whether or not the 2015 season will be his last with the team.
For what it's worth, it has been a great ride, Gatesy. The city of San Diego and its fans are more than appreciative of all of your hard work on the field, and your exemplary status off the field during your time in America's finest city. Here's hoping you go out on top.
Thanks a lot for reading.
Booga Peters
The Chargers made a couple of moves on Thursday by signing tight end Kyle Miller and releasing defensive lineman Mitch Unrein, according to the team's official website.
Miller was recently waived by the team after originally making the 53-man roster. The former Falcon led the Bolts with 11 receptions for 66 yards during the 2015 preseason. Miller saw most of his game action on special teams for the team.
The team was almost forced to sign Miller after current starting tight end Ladarius Green suffered his third concussion in the last nine months.
The Bolts will enter Week 3 with John Phillips, David Johnson and Miller at the tight end position.
The tight end position was already hurting due to the four-game suspension of future Hall of Famer Antonio Gates. Needless to say, he is sorely missed. He i available to return to the field for the Week 5 contest against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Unrein was signed this offseason during free agency. The former Denver Bronco was seen as depth along the defensive front.
The Chargers announced on Thursday that they have re-signed tight end John Phillips. The 28-year-old was one of the final players released prior to the announcement of the team's 53-man roster.
In order to make room for Phillips, the team waived undrafted free agent Tyreek Burwell. The former Cincinnati Bearcat offensive lineman was a surprise signing to the 53-man roster.
Entering his seventh season in the NFL, Phillips began his career with the Dallas Cowboys, playing in 48 total games. Joining the Chargers in 2013 through free agency, the team uses him to do a lot of dirty work on offense and special teams. Although the boxscores have yet to show it, Phillips has done a good amount to help the team win ball games.
For his career, the veteran has recorded 35 receptions for 249 yards with three touchdowns.
The signing of Phillips could prove that the status of Ladarius Green is not what the Bolts had hoped for. Green was evaluated for a concussion at Wednesday's practice.
With the home opener on Sunday and the possibility of Green missing the game, the Chargers tight end group would look like this: John Phillips, Kyle Miller and David Johnson.
San Diego Chargers All-Pro, future Hall-Of-Fame tight end Antonio Gates made headlines this summer when he said he wanted a lighter workload this season. After years of dealing with debilitating plantar fasciitis, Gates looked like his old self as he caught 12 touchdowns, one short of his career high of 13 touchdowns in his breakout 2004 season.
The next touchdown Gates catches will be the 100th of his career, the rarest of air for a tight end. To date, only one tight end has caught more than 100 touchdown passes in NFL history, Kansas City great Tony Gonzalez with 111. Gates will do it in three fewer seasons than Gonzalez.
This will be a season to watch number 85 for a number of reasons. Barring injury, he is most assuredly going to catch number 100. It will be worth keeping an eye on Gates all season to see if Philip Rivers can get him 13 touchdowns this season, placing him at No. 1 all-time for touchdown catches by a tight end.
Fittingly, like Rivers, Gates is also in the last year of his contract.
Can all this talk of wanting a lighter workload be indicative of wanting to complete an unspoken farewell tour in one piece? No one is more deserving of a victory lap than man that revolutionized the tight end position by using his basketball background as a standout frontcourt player at Kent State to become the greatest undrafted free agent in Chargers history.
While it is possible Gates could continue his career beyond this season, the writing is on the wall. It is time for the heir apparent to Gates' throne to step up and claim it. Who will do it? Let's look at the candidates.
Ladarius Green: Now entering his fourth season on the roster, the 6'6″, 240 lb. Green was expected to have a breakout year last season. Instead, Gates found the fountain of youth and played most of the snaps last season. Green has shown flashes of potential on offense. The highlight of his season was a 60-yard touchdown grab against Kansas City, where he showed great agility and surprising breakaway speed for a man his size. He's had three seasons to learn from the master, now it's time for him to put up or shut up.
John Phillips: The 6'5″, 250 pounder is a seven-year veteran. Used for protection, Phillips proved to be an asset due to his skill as a blocker. During the 15 games he played for the Chargers last season, he lined up at fullback in addition to his tight end duties. He caught one pass for one yard last year, but it went for a touchdown. A knee injury landed him on IR for the last game of the season, but he looks to be ready to go when the new season begins.
David Johnson: Like Phillips, Johnson (6'2″, 260) is entering his seventh season. Signed away from the Pittsburgh Steelers last offseason, Johnson was primarily used as the de facto fullback. He was a good physical point of attack blocker and utilized on special teams. He had one reception for four yards. Expect more of the same this season unless an unknown makes a stronger case for his spot.
Kyle Miller: Two weeks ago the Chargers claimed Miller off waivers from the Atlanta Falcons. The 6'5″, 260 pound product out of Mount Union is a second-year pro. He played one game with Indianapolis in 2012 and was cut from the Miami Dolphins in 2013. Last season he was on the Falcons practice squad. Miller is the son of former NFL quarterback Mark Miller. At 27, he is still looking for his first official NFL reception. In college, he was a three-time Ohio Athletic Conference first team selection as a tight end. He'll have plenty of opportunities to show what he can do in training camp.
Dave Paulson: The (6'4″, 240) former Oregon Duck spent the first two years of his NFL career (2012, 13) in Pittsburgh. The Chargers signed him to their practice squad shortly after the beginning of last season. Coming from Oregon, Paulson was recognized as a dependable pass catcher and leader. His ability to block will most likely determine whether he will make the team.
UDFA rookies Eric Frohnapfel and Brain Parker: Frohnapfel is an intriguing prospect from a size standpoint. He stands 6'7″ and weights 235 pounds. As a member of the Marshall Thundering Herd he accounted for 37 catches for 420 yards and five touchdowns. If his blocking and route running are on par, he could be an unstoppable red zone target after the staff gets time to coach him up.
The 6'4″, 260 lb. Parker logged similar numbers in college at Albany, where he collected 39 balls for 500 yards and five touchdowns. The two are camp bodies but the scouts have seen enough impressive tape on them to extend invites and give them the chance to make the team. The Chargers obviously won't carry seven tight ends on the roster, but three on the active roster and one on the practice squad is very likely.
At this point Green, other than Gates, is the only person I would pen onto the opening day roster. Everyone else is expendable. All of these players will have the advantage of being able to watch how a future first ballot Hall-Of-Fame player at their position prepares and trains. They will also have the benefit of having a legend of the game as their position coach in Buffalo Bills' great Pete Metzelaars. Metzelaars won a Super Bowl ring as an offensive quality control coach for the Indianapolis Colts. It's up to them to learn and adapt as much of their expertise to their game as they can.
We all look forward to seeing this camp battle play out. Who do you think will secure the role of Rivers' next security blanket?
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The Chargers have suffered a plethora of injuries in the early stages of 2014. Some impact players such as Nick Hardwick and Danny Woodhead are out for the entire season. Others like Ryan Mathews and Melvin Ingram have already missed time and will for a bit longer; Melvin is currently on the reserve-injured with a designation to return. The hope is that Mathews will be back before, or right around, the bye week.
When looking at the names listed above, each and every one of them are impact players.
This week's injury report is not short of big names either. Here's a look at the list of injured Bolts heading into this Sunday's game at Oakland.
RB Donald Brown – Concussion
RB Ryan Mathews – Knee
ILB Manti Te'o – Foot
CB Shareece Wright – Knee
WR Malcom Floyd – Calf
RT DJ Fluker – Ankle
OLB Jarret Johnson – Back/Ankle
OLB Cordarro Law – Ankle
C Rich Ohrnberger – Back
S Darrell Stuckey – Quad
LB Reggie Walker – Ankle
WR Keenan Allen – Quad
OLB Jerry Attaochu – Hamstring
ILB Donald Butler – Shoulder
OLB Dwight Freeney – Ankle
TE David Johnson – Knee/Shoulder
From what the San Diego media is reporting, most of the players listed as questionable – with the exception of Fluker – are likely to play this week; although Fluker has a shot at playing via Michael Gehlken on UT San Diego. Attaochu is set to play for the first time in the last two games. He was only in on one play three weeks ago after tweaking his hamstring.
The return of Ohrnberger is huge for the offensive line and Philip Rivers. Additionally on offense, Floyd has been a sure-handed target for Rivers and it would be a shame for him to miss the Raider game. Seyi Ajirotutu saw time in his place last week against the Jets.
Booga Peters
There are always question marks surrounding all 32 NFL teams going into the regular season. I will have a piece coming out today or tomorrow regarding 20 questions regarding the 2014 San Diego Chargers.
Due to the importance of the question in the title, I felt it necessary to take this question to the next level and expound upon the subject at hand. Sure, San Diego has improved in multiple areas. The lack of depth going into 2013 has evolved into a situation where the 2014 Bolts will have some difficult decisions to make concerning the cuts of some players that fans will be surprised to hear their names on the waiver wire.
As mentioned on both this website and BoltBlitzLIVE on Mountain Country 107.9, having too much talent is a good problem to have. The level of competition throughout the offseason and preseason will turn to career-saving plays from the fringe players that are currently on the gigantic 90-man roster. There is very little room for error when looking at the players that are on the cusp of either winning a roster spot, or looking for a new residence come the final cuts on August 30th at 4:00 pm est.
Here is where I get back to the topic on hand and focus on the losers of last year's Super bowl, the Denver Broncos. Let me make something clear, the offense in Denver last year not only followed the trend of being a part of confirming that today's NFL is a pass-driven league, they blew records out of the water with ease.
That sound you just heard was Peyton Manning throwing for more yards and another touchdown.
The Bronco offense may have lost Eric Decker, but he was replaced with former Steeler wideout Emmanuel Sanders. More explosion, and, possibly, an even bigger threat for Manning and the Denver offense could have been found with the addition of Sanders.
I think what deserves more attention is what the Broncos did defensively. After losing players like Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, Wesley Woodyard, Shaun Phillips, Robert Ayers and long-time defensive back Champ Bailey, the Denver defense was in need of an overhaul. And they did just that.
Phillips led the Broncos in sacks last year and was replaced by the free agent signing of DeMarcus Ware. Is it truly an upgrade? Maybe? Be careful and think in terms of future production and do not allow yourself to be clouded by numbers that may not be replicated by either player moving forward. I would tend to agree with those of you that give the slight edge to Ware. But, the Broncos are not getting the guy that was once one of the best defensive players in the league.
The loss of Rodgers-Cromartie could have been a significant one. Well, except that, in my opinion, they upgraded the spot by signing Aquib Talib. Despite off-the-field issues, he is a force to be reckoned with as a cornerback. He is incredibly physical and he has the capability of shutting down the opposing team's number one receiving option each and every week. They certainly improved there despite the athleticism that Rodgers-Cromartie flashed at times during his career.
Another addition to the Denver secondary was T.J. Ward. He is a bit of a liability in coverage but he will not hesitate to take an opposing player's head off with a vicious, well-timed hit. He might be able to fill the void as the defensive enforcer on the back-end of the Bronco secondary.
When backtracking to the offensive side of the ball, Denver, in addition to Decker, also lost Knowshon Moreno and Zane Beadles. The loss of Moreno may not amount to much due to a running back tandem of Montee Ball and Ronnie Hillman. The offensive line returning Ryan Clady to the fold is one of the only reasons I have any fear regarding the Denver running game. Ball and Hillman are not serious threats without pristine blocking, in my opinion. Sorry, San Diego State fans ( regarding my lack of faith in Hillman being a factor.)
When looking at what the Broncos have done this offseason, what are your thoughts regarding the San Diego's ability to match Denver on paper? For all Charger fans out there, you all know what the Bolts have done. Exciting additions of Brandon Flowers and Donald Brown added more depth and starter quality where it was needed. The most underrated signing of the Charger offseason might have been that of Kavell Conner. He will make an impact defensively in passing situations, at times, but mostly his presence will be felt as insurance behind both Donald Butler and Manti Te'o.
Another free agency add that has both the media and fans clamoring is that of David Johnson. The team has lined Johnson up all over the place including fullback, tight end and even in the slot. For a man his size, he can really move. He is not going to set any 40-yard dash records, but he will surprise defenders if they are only focused on his size. Yes, he's a big boy.
Speaking of insurance, the Donald Brown signing proves that Tom Telesco realized during the playoff loss to the Broncos that there must be more quality depth in the Charger backfield. Running Danny Woodhead between the tackles can only get you so far. That's not to say that he can't be effective at times doing just that. But relying on that is not conducive to long-term success. After Ryan Mathews put up one of the most physical running years in recent Charger history, he was banged up near the end of the 2013 season. He played through it for the most part which is highly admirable. But, he was forced to leave the playoff game in Denver due to a season's long ration of wear and tear.
In comes Donald Brown. Brown has been seen as a guy that could be considered to be a cross between Mathews and Woodhead. His feet are surprisingly quick when watching him in person. He is effective as a pass-blocker when asked to do so. He also has reliable hands as a receiving threat out of the backfield. He averaged over 5 yards per carry last year during his final campaign with Indianapolis. The fans in America's Finest city, and all Charger fans everywhere, should be very pleased with the pickup of Brown.
The fact that Brandon Flowers has the Charger fans incredibly excited for the 2014 season, and this is now the second year of the reign in San Diego of Telesco and Mike McCoy, the sky may be the limit for the 2014 Chargers. When you add in the aforementioned moves above, there seem to be a lot of reasons to be excited in San Diego.
But, I'll leave the answer of this question to you. Let's go back to the title. Have the Chargers improved enough to keep up with Denver?
You all know the drill. There is a poll below. Place your vote and leave your justification for why you voted the way you did in the comment section at the bottom of this page.
I am really looking forward to reading what the fans have to say regarding this topic. It is going to be interesting, I'm sure of that.
Thanks a lot for reading and voting. I look forward to your comments below.
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Wow sorry for the total lack of reports on my site. The last two weeks have been crazy for me!
The rain that we received once again pushed fresh trout up all the rivers. It also managed to bring a few of the older ones back down and so anglers are now picking up spawned out fish. These will probably have a go at anything you throw in front of them but are very partial to Glow bugs! From what I have been told today and from the emails received, the Tongariro has a few of these spent trout swimming around. Hell I thought the Tongariro was full of them all the time. I can hear Ross puff out his chest from here!
Once again the Tauranga Taupo river mouth fired before the rain and so I am sure this river had a few go up. It may pay to have a look at the upper section to Rangers now, I am sure it will have plenty of trout in there.
The Hinemaiaia has not had the pressure of other rivers. I drove over it on Saturday morning and was surprised to see only one car by the bridge and the water looked ""perfect"".
No reports on the Waitahanui, I will have to have a look for myself there, oh what a shame.
Now for a little bit of news……
I applied for a job with Hunting and Fishing here in Taupo a few weeks ago and managed to get it. I started today. My hours are week days only which at this stage leaves me to guide in the weekends. Although the decision to move into retail did not come lightly, I still get to keep a firm foot in the fishing industry and keep you guys happy with these reports. I would like to thank all my regular clients and the one offs, who regularly read my reports and who have gone out with me. I look forward to seeing you in Mike Stents great shop and to seeing you on the water.
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The two parties that dominated Burma's last election in 1990—the National League for Democracy (NLD) and the Shan Nationalities League for Democracy (SNLD)—have both been forcibly disbanded for refusing to take part in this year's polls. However, their demise as officially recognized political organizations has given rise to two new parties: the National Democratic Force (NDF), whose chairman, Than Nyein, is a former NLD central executive committee member, and the Shan Nationalities Democratic Party (SNDP), headed by Sai Aik Pao, formerly of the SNLD.
Than Nyein, Chairman of the National Democratic Front.(Photo: THE IRRAWADDY)
The Irrawaddy recently spoke with both men and found them more focused on the challenges of the present than the injustices of the past. But they also remain committed to resolving the issue of Burma's more than 2,000 political prisoners, whose fate continues to cast a shadow over an election that the regime hopes will erase memories of its past electoral humiliation.
Than Nyein: "National Reconciliation is Essential"
Question: What challenges do you face in the election?
Answer: There are many limitations. As the election is to be held within this year, we will have very little time for campaigning. Another one is financial constraints. Candidate fees are [US $500], much higher than they were in the last election, and it is very difficult to find funding.
Another problem is the media. We have not received fair treatment. We have been interviewed many times by the domestic media, but much of what we said was censored, and some media have even rejected us. We have relied on the domestic media to reach out to people, but it has not been as effective as we expected.
Q: Will the NDF only contest the election in some areas?
A: We still can't say exactly where we will contest and don't know which other parties will contest where. We can't work equally in all areas throughout the country. We don't have enough candidates. The strength of local support for our political course is more important than anything we can do, so we will contest the election in areas where our supporters can work efficiently.
Q: What do you think of the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP)?
A: It is not very nice to see that incumbent ministers are currently involved in the USDP. What we want is a fair competition for the open seats with equal participation by all. That's how it should be if we are genuinely marching towards democracy.
Q: Does the NDF have any plan to form an alliance?
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Q: Which ethnic parties do you think you might cooperate with?
A: Our position on ethnic parties will be different from that of the NLD in the 1990 election. What I mean is that we don't have any plan to heavily compete against ethnic parties in different states and ethnic-controlled territories. Of course, exceptions exist in some places. In such cases, we will ask our members there to consult and cooperate with pro-democracy and ethnic parties focusing on those areas.
Q: What is your position on national reconciliation?
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By Lea Michelle Cash/Published 8/11/2016 Frontpage/Onlineprecinctreporter.com
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There were ribbons in the sky over the City of Riverside for the Association of African American Museums (AAAM), a national nonprofit organization celebrating 38 years of dedication to serving the interest and needs of Black museums and cultural institutions nationwide finally came west of the Mississippi for their annual conference held at the Riverside Convention Center.
The Dora Nelson Museum of African American History and the Riverside African American Historical Society, in all of their glory hosted the 2016 AAAM Conference, and what a glorious three days of enriching experiences it was. The Inland Empire community, along with the entire City of Riverside's art and culture advocate organizations and nonprofit groups, Assembly members, Mayors, Council members, City officials and community leaders, show up and showed out. After planning for two years, their day in the sun had arrived to honor the incredible triumphs and undeniable tragedies of the African American experience. Sending a clear message that looking west was the AAAM's best decision for a host conference city in Southern California. The west coast interest in the preservation of African American history and culture and its impact on the world is alive and thriving.
The theme of this year's 2016 conference was "Looking West: New Audiences and New Practices" focusing on the museum and cultural work in the western part of the United States. Samuel Black, president of AAAM said, "From Hawaii and the Pacific Coast to the Mississippi River, African Americans museums have been telling stories, celebrating arts, promoting Black culture, and educating the populace about their region and distinct culture. As we experience Riverside and the Inland Empire, its museums and culture, we are reminded that the 38th annual meeting and its theme are to impact AAAM's membership and strengthen relationships in the western part of the country."
The Riverside 2016 Steering committee, which included a wide variety of outstanding planning partners such as the Los Angeles Museum of Tolerance and The African American Museum of the Beginning in Pomona, welcomed conference attendees from all over the country. The attendees were not disappointed and expressed in large numbers their appreciation to those who dedicated many hours of planning and preparing for the conference and its special events.
The Conference featured nearly forty different educational plenary sessions from 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday with a wide variety of topics, highlighting inspiration and enhancement to the Black experience and providing the toolkits for that preservations presented by over 90 conference presenters. The Presenters were from major historical Black museums and colleges. Adrienne Brooks from Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture moderated, "Telling stories: The Changing Face of the African American Museum Donor" to Ashley Robertson, from Mary McLeod Bethune Foundation-National Historic Landmark Bethune–Cookman University presenting, "Can I Make a Donor Out of You? Accessing Millennial Philanthropy."
Presenter Sherri Camp did a population session of the conference, from the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society. Special moments and highlights of the conference were the keynote speakers at the Opening day and Award luncheon. The Open Day keynote speaker was Dr. Clayton Carson, a professor at Stanford where he is now Martin Luther King Jr. Centennial professor of History and Ronnie Lott Founding Director of the Martin Luther King Jr. Research and Education Institute.
The Awards luncheon speaker was Amina J. Dickerson who created Dickerson Global Advisors, as an outgrowth of her 35 years of experience in the nonprofit, corporate and philanthropy sectors. As the Senior Director of Kraft Foods, she headed the multi-national philanthropic program in hunger relief, the arts, domestic violence, and education. She also held an executive post within the National Museum of African American Art at the Smithsonian Institution. Ms. Dickerson said to the attendees, "We must speak with one voice for our collective struggles." Both keynote speakers received standing ovations.
The Award recipients were Samuel Black (Senator John Heinz History Center and president of AAAM). He received the highest honor, The Dr. John E. Fleming Awards for outstanding expertise and exceptional dedication to African American focused museums nationally and internationally.
Dr. Norman Towels (Dora Nelson African American Art & History Museum) received the Museum Leadership Award for his leadership and museum professionalism in the field of 10 years or more. Ashley Jordan (National Underground Railroad Freedom Center) received the Pacesetter Award for her professionalism in the field of 10 years or less demonstrating exceptional innovation and dedication to sustaining African American focused museums nationally and internationally.
Then there were student AAAM Fellowship Awards given to Vanessa Moorer (Howard University), Camille M. Bethune-Brown (University of Maryland) and Tatiana Daguillard (Florida A & M University), all present, for their contributions as senior level undergraduate or graduate students, museum professional contributing to the African American Diaspora museum field.
On Thursday evening, the Riverside Community College hosted the Gospel concert directed by Gregory J. Thomas, and on Friday the closing ceremonies featured a Block party in front of the Riverside Library, (Mission Street closed down) with The Riverside Art Museum hosting an exhibition and meet and greet covering Southern California Black Artists, Co-curated by renowned artist Charles Bibbs and Lisa Henry. The Riverside Metropolitan Museum also held its official introduction and viewing of the Smithsonian exhibition, "Changing America" with a champagne toast and musical hits from 1960s with tributes of B.B. King, Maya Angelou and dance performances.
Before leaving Southern California the conference attendees enjoyed half day and full day post conference tours, which included The Dora Nelson African American Museum and Lake Elsinore, African American History Tour of Los Angeles, The African American Firefighter Museum , California African American Museum, and the Museum of African Art—3rd floor of Macy's at Baldwin hills Crenshaw Plaza. Therefore, the conference attendees had a full bird's eye view of the vibrant and radiance African American museums in Southern California.
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Wizkid will perform at the Music and Arts celebration, known as Coachella, holding in April 2018 in the radiant territory of California, USA.
Nigerian artist, Ayo 'Wizkid' Balogun is among the names charged to perform at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.
Likewise alluded to just as Coachella, the celebration holds each year in the bright province of California and highlights the greatest and best entertainers on the planet. It appreciates a notoriety for being one of the greatest and most rumored music celebrations on the planet.
The current year's version will hold from April 13 to April 22, 2018.
Hip-bounce symbol, Eminem is one of three main events, alongside Beyonce and neo-R&B artist and pop star, The Weeknd.
Wizkid will perform either on Saturday, April 14 or 21 as a feature of a group of entertainers that likewise includes Post Malone and Tyler The Creator.


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There remains a couple of days for Australians to take up the opportunity to vote at a postal plebiscite on same-sex marriage. All ballots must be received by the Australian Bureau of Statistics no later than 7 November. The overwhelming majority has already voted, and the others have a few more days – I hope they will use the opportunity to voice their opinion on such an important issue for this country.
And, of course, I hope they will put a tick or a cross in the Yes box. Below is a copy of the ballot paper. The results of the voting will be announced on November 15.


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Meet The Miami Man Behind MoviePass
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Over the past 10 months, MoviePass has become a darling of cost-conscious moviegoers and a star on the tech scene. In less than a year, It has gained more than 3 million users, lending weight to its claims that the service is changing the way film buffs take in the silver screen.
Some critics haven't been applauding. The service, which lets users see a movie a day for $9.95 a month, has been panned over its data collection practices. It has also repeatedly shifted its user […] Read more


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This is the first quarter that Microsoft is counting LinkedIn's contributions to its results, and the social network was responsible for $975 million of revenue.
The company's net income rose to $4.80 billion, or 61 cents per share, in the third quarter ended March 31, from $3.76 billion, or 47 cents per share, a year earlier.
Microsoft was expected to report $23.62 billion in revenue by the Wall Street, so Redmond slightly missed out on analysts' expectations. Hershey is adding Azure to a cloud computing strategy that also includes Amazon Web Services, using Microsoft's machine-learning technology to analyze data captured by sensors. Office commercial products and cloud services revenue increased 7%, while Office consumer products and cloud services revenue increased 15%.
"Our results this quarter reflect the trust customers are placing in the Microsoft Cloud", said CEO Satya Nadella.
Matched revenue estimates. The company saw non-GAAP revenue figures of $23.557 billion, basically matching our consensus estimate of $23.551 billion.More news: Texas Lawmaker on a Hunger Strike to Protest Anti-Sanctuary City Bill
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As always, Microsoft's cloud and Office products have helped push revenues and profits.
However, after falling by 2% last quarter, Surface revenue dropped by a massive 26% (25% CC), which Microsoft attributed to "increased price competition in the premium 2-in-1 category and product end-of-lifecycle dynamics". Microsoft expects its cloud-computing business to hit a $20 billion run rate by 2018.
Intelligent cloud revenue was $6.8 billion, up 11 percent from a year ago. Microsoft now has 26.2 million Office 365 consumer subscribers.
Microsoft said it was encouraged by sales of devices from other manufacturers - revenue from sales of Windows to other manufacturers was up 5% in constant currency, ahead of the overall PC market. Other areas like Windows OEM revenue, gaming revenue and even search revenue were up by between 4 and 8 percent. This was the first full quarter in which LinkedIn was part of Microsoft, and it drove $965 million in operating expenses, including $153 million in amortization of intangibles - a term that usually covers things like goodwill, trademarks, or brand value.


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Hello September
As we welcome September into this year, guess what's right around the corner?! Fall and pumpkin season! YAY! I loveeee fall, pumpkin pies and all that good stuff!
Sweater weather is coming, the perfect weather. Still pretty warm outside by day but a bit chilly at night. Here is a small list of things you may be interested in checking out in the city this month.
- Starting with Labor Day Weekend, Time Out has some suggestions you may want to check out.
- So excited we get to celebrate Oktober Fest starting this month! Yes, you read that right. Oktober Fest starts Friday September 15th, 2017 this year in NYC! You can reserve your tickets and find more information here.
- For those of you interested in ballet or interested in trying something new, check out the New York City Ballet this fall. Shows start September 19th,2017.
- EZOO is this Labor Day weekend, as per usual.
- Foodies, this is your time to indulge! Pig Island's 8th Annual celebration, includes all you can eat & drink with your tickets. How perfect is that.
- Of course, who could forget New York City's annual San Gennaro festival in Little Italy! Starts September 14th-24th.
- My bookworms, gather together and let us celebrate the Brooklyn Book Festival! Starts September 11th- 17th. The schedule of this event will be found here.
- Movie lovers, the New York Film Festival organized by the Film Society of Lincoln Center, starts September 28th and continues into October 15th. For more information click here and you can find the calendar here.
I hope you guys get to check out some of these fun events! Fall is officially almost here :)
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Yesterday, the Baltimore Ravens beat the Oakland Raiders 21 - 13 to clinch the 6th seed in the NFL Playoffs for the second year running. I was able to watch the game via an amazing web stream. I don't know what I would have done if I didn't get to watch it. Big game. Everything on the line and finally, the Ravens got the job done when it needed to be done.
Willis McGahee lead the way with 3 rushing TDs. This is good for the Ravens because not only did it give Ray Rice a little bit of a breather by not being in for as many plays but it also means that the teams we face in the playoffs will have to give extra time to prepare for the damage that McGahee can do.
No homefield games for the entire playoffs, no matter what happens. Last year we got to the AFC Championship with a better defense but weaker offense. We face the New England Patriots this Sunday. We faced them earlier this season, in week 4. We lost 21 - 27 in a game we were so close to winning. Mark Clayton tried to run with the ball before he'd fully caught it and caused a turnover on 4th down very late in the game as Baltimore were driving down the field to try and win the game.
That was against a healthy Patriot team. They aren't healthy anymore. Wes Welker is going to be out for the entire playoffs. He is the underneath presence on that team and probably allows our secondary to double cover Randy Moss an awful lot more than we could have if Welker was active. Tom Brady is also banged up which is great for us.
We've got injuries too but we've also got Suggs, Reed and Gaither back at the right time. I think that the Ravens can win. Penalties will have to be kept to a minimum. Penalties that give automatic first downs with be the end of Baltimore if aren't few and far between.
I'm looking forward to watching as much of the playoffs as a I can. I'm starting to get excited for Superbowl 43 in the Woolshed with the boys and hopefully the Ravens will be playing in it.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
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And take…the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Ephesians 6:17
Volume 16, Number
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In this issue:
Joe R. Price
In Matthew 11:25, Jesus thanked the Father for revealing His truth to "babes". He was referring to those who have humble, receptive and open hearts (cf. "he who has ears to hear, let him hear", Matt. 13:9, 10-17). Can you see the paradox? The Almighty would rather use the weak things of the world to confound the mighty. He would rather use those whom the world views as fools to exalt His wisdom and expose the foolishness of prideful man. Remember, the Son of God and Prince of peace was not born in a splendid palace, but in a lowly stable (Lk. 2:7).
The gospel demands complete humility of heart and total faith in the Lord in order for the sinner to believe, obey and be saved (Matt. 18:3-4). Yes, God has chosen the simple things of this world to accomplish His great, eternal purposes. Why has God done this?
26 For you see your calling, brethren, that not many wise according to the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called. 27 But God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things which are mighty; 28 and the base things of the world and the things which are despised God has chosen, and the things which are not, to bring to nothing the things that are, 29 that no flesh should glory in His presence" (1 Cor. 1:26-29).
1. To put to shame those who trust in wisdom, might and nobility (1:26-27). As long as one relies on his own wisdom instead of the revealed wisdom of God contained in the inspired Scriptures, he will refuse the gospel. Yet to those with simple hearts prepared for faith, the gospel is "the wisdom of God" (1 Cor. 1:21, 24).
2. To render useless those things in which we would otherwise trust (1:28).People often put their trust in their strength, their station in life and their own imaginations. But, people of faith put their trust in the power of God for salvation (1 Cor. 1:18). The gospel contains the only power to bring those who are dead in sin back to life (Rom. 6:4). It is "the power of God" to those who are being saved (1 Cor. 1:18; Rom. 1:16).
3. That nobody should boast before God (1:29).We cannot save ourselves. But, only the humble in heart will acknowledge their dependency upon the Savior and surrender their lives to Him. Will you? "Come to Me all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest" (Matt. 11:28).
The gospel saves those whom the world despises. Don't forget, the world despises the Son of God, too! (Jno. 15:18)
Randy Blackaby
Of genuine concern to many persons contemplating obedience to the gospel is the question of whether they can remain faithful to the Lord after they do so. Some ponder the question to such a degree that they become convinced that they can't and use such a decision as an excuse for disobedience.
In studying what the Bible has to say on the subject, it is first necessary to make certain we are speaking of the same thing. Temptation, which our Lord himself suffered on the mount with Satan, and the human desire to yield to temptation are two completely different things. Our Lord was tempted in every manner that we are – YET – without sin, according to Hebrews 4:14.
To the individual who is convinced that it is totally impossible for him to remain faithful, we must quickly direct his attention to 1 Corinthians 10:13 - "There is no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way of escape, that ye may be able to bear it."
Also of interest to the concerned sinner is the fact that a developing Christian will find faithfulness a constantly easier thing as he learn and applies the gospel. The Psalmist wrote, "through thy precepts I get understanding; therefore I hate every false way." As a Christian matures, temptations begin to lose their power or may even no longer be temptations.
A noted gospel preacher once listed four activities for the Christian to insure faithfulness. He called them "backsliding preventatives." To begin he said, let God say something to you every day; that is, read the Bible. "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path" (Ps. 119:105). "Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night" (Ps. 1:1-2).
Secondly, he said, say something to God every day. Pray to Him. James points out the value of this advice when he said, "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much."
We should also say something for God each day. The usefulness of this practice is boldly expressed in James 5:19-20. "Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth and one convert him; let him know that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins." The expression of our faith in God can do nothing but strengthen each of us.
Lastly, it was noted that each Christian should do something for God each day. The Bible clearly points this out in 1 Corinthians 15:58. "Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord." The growing Christian will find faithfulness easier in the knowledge that his work here is gaining for him an eternity in heaven, where temptation will not exist and where he can be with the God he is now striving to please.
-Reminders, September 10, 1972
Scripture Reading: Psalm 118:21-26
1. Time
is swiftly passing; God will teach us to number our days and get wisdom if
we will learn from Him, Psa. 90:10-12.
I. THE DAY OF CREATION, Gen. 2:4. (Finished in 6 literal days, 2:1-2) Acts 17:24; Col. 1:17; Rom. 1:20-22.
II. DAY OF SALVATION, Psa. 118:21-26.
Establishment of the Kingdom of God, cf. Matt. 21:42-45. How?
III. THE LORD'S DAY, Rev. 1:10.
A. First Day
of Salvation in Christ, Acts 2:1 (Lev. 23:15-16), 21, 36-41.
IV. THE DAY OF YOUR DEATH, Heb. 9:27
A. The Way of All the Earth, 1 Kgs. 2:1-2; Psa. 89:48. Ready? Lk. 16:22-23, 30-31
V. THE LAST DAY, Jno. 6:38-40.
A. The Day
of Resurrection, Jno. 6:44-45; 5:28-29.
1. Christians are
"sons of the day" – live watchful, sober lives and obtain salvation through
Jesus Christ! 1 Ths. 5:5-10
(Current events in the light of Scripture)
Atheist "Mega-Churches"
Joe R. Price
Secularism seeks renewal in, of all places, "church". Well, not really. But, it is fascinating that a growing number of atheists around the world are organizing Sunday assemblies and drawing hundreds of people.
"On Sunday, the inaugural Sunday Assembly in Los Angeles attracted several hundred people bound by their belief in non-belief. Similar gatherings in San Diego, Nashville, New York and other U.S. cities have drawn hundreds of atheists seeking the camaraderie of a congregation without religion or ritual." ("Atheist 'mega-churches' take root across US, world", Gillian Flaccus, AP, from news.yahoo.com)
As one atheist said, "If you think about church, there's very little that's bad. It's singing awesome songs, hearing interesting talks, thinking about improving yourself and helping other people — and doing that in a community with wonderful relationships. What part of that is not to like?" (Ibid) According to her, the only thing that's bad "about church" is God.
Listen closely to what she said. Isn't the appeal for which this atheist yearns what most mega-churches offer to the world today (awesome songs, self-improvement and social action) – with hardly any Bible? People are looking for an "experience" and a "connection", and the mega-churches (including the atheists) give it to them.
There is another type of gathering each Sunday that is not defined by what people decide they prefer, but by what God says He wants when He is worshiped. "God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and in truth" (Jno. 4:24). These assemblies are of Christ's disciples who gather to worship God (Acts 20:7).
When God is removed from worship, it is vain, empty, self-made worship (Col. 2:23). It pleases atheists, but not God. When God's word is removed from worship, it too is vain, empty, self-made worship (Col. 2:23; Matt. 15:7-9). It pleases many religious people, but not God. God is seeking true worshipers – not pretenders (Jno. 4:23).
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Dieting isn't the answer to lose weight. Should you use a diet you restrict yourself from eating particular foods for a while of your time. You lose some pounds when you are around the diet, but once you stop dieting the load returns. Dieting starts a vicious circle of eating to get rid of a couple of pounds, then gaining the load back, then dieting again. Bodies are unhealthy, and starved for that diet it needs when you are dieting.
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Dietary counseling to lose weight includes you learning what nutrients the body requires. A lot of us think we understand how to eat well because we eat lots of vegetables. The fact is that we want vegetables within our diet, but we want the best levels of different vegetables to become healthy. As lengthy as we're not consuming the correct dietary supplements we won't be satisfied, and we'll become more vulnerable to putting on weight, hair thinning, fatigue, and depression.
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• What foods to consume to obtain what vitamins
• How you can correctly ready your foods so that they support the many of their advantageous vitamins
• Where you can shop to obtain the foods that you'll require for example nutrition stores in your town, or organic grocers in your town.


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Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Arun Sudhaman reports in The Holmes Report:
Dentsu has acquired US PR consultancy Mitchell Communications Group as the Japanese Group sets out to build a PR capability in Western markets. Mitchell's clients include Walmart, Hilton Hotels and Tyson Foods.
Mitchell founder Elise Mitchell has taken charge of building Dentsu Network's international PR offering.