Bolts acquire Chambers from Dolphins
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Tuesday, Oct 16, 2007
By Casey Pearce, Chargers.com
The Chargers added another explosive playmaker to their offense just prior to Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline as they sent a 2008 second-round choice to the Miami Dolphins in exchange for wide receiver Chris Chambers.
“We are very excited to add Chris to our team,” General Manager A.J. Smith said. “He brings a wealth of experience and outstanding production. He is an extremely talented football player and we have held him in high regard throughout his career.”
Chambers is a seven-year veteran who has a history with Chargers Head Coach Norv Turner. In 2002 and 2003, Chambers’ second and third seasons in the NFL, Turner served as Miami’s offensive coordinator. The Wisconsin graduate caught 52 passes for 734 yards and three touchdowns in his first year with Turner. In 2003, Chambers had a breakout season while working with Turner. That year he caught 64 passes for 963 yards and 11 touchdowns.
“Chris is an explosive, talented player and I’m thrilled to have an opportunity to work with him again,” Turner said. “He’s a very consistent player and he has big-play ability. We think he can add to what we’re doing on offense.”
Chambers earned a trip to the Pro Bowl following a 2005 season in which he hauled in 82 passes for 1,118 yards and 11 touchdowns. In six games with the Dolphins this season, he’s caught 31 passes for 415 yards.
The Chargers believe the 5-11, 210 pound receiver can contribute immediately due to his knowledge of the team’s offense. In addition to working with Turner in the past, Chambers has spent the last six months working in Cam Cameron’s offense, the same system that Turner runs and the same one that is still in place from Cameron’s tenure as the Bolts’ offensive coordinator.
“The bonus for us is that he’s familiar with the system,” Turner said. “It should be a quick and easy adjustment for him. We expect him to come in and be productive right away.”
Chambers ranks fifth in Dolphins history in receptions (405) and fourth in receiving yards (5,688) and touchdown receptions (43). He has 15 100-yard receiving games in his career. Consistency has been a strength of the fleet-footed pass catcher as he’s recorded at least 50 receptions in each of the last five seasons. In 2001, he led all rookies with 883 yards and his 48 receptions trailed only LaDainian Tomlinson (59) among first-year players.
In order to make room for Chambers on their roster, the Chargers placed wide receiver Eric Parker on "Reserve - Injured" Tuesday. Parker has been sidelined since August with a toe injury.
In order to make room for Chambers on their roster, the Chargers placed wide receiver Eric Parker on "Reserve - Injured" Tuesday. Parker has been sidelined since August with a toe injury.
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The Chargers added another offensive threat Tuesday by dealing for Chris Chambers.
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Tuesday: Norv TurnerHead Coach Norv Turner talks about the trade with the Miami Dolphins for wide receivers Chris Chambers |
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Tuesday: Philip RiversPhilip Rivers talk with the media about the news of wide receiver Chris Chambers coming to the Chargers. |
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Tuesday: LaDainian TomlinsonRunning back LaDainian Tomlinson talks about the team's new addition of wide receiver Chris Chambers. |
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