Asante Samuel Jr.

Cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. meets with the media to discuss buying into the Chargers culture, working with explosive receivers in practice, and the team's defensive chemistry going into the 2023 season.

Cornerback Asante Samuel, Jr. meets with the media at OTAs to discuss his preparation for his third season, J.C. Jackson's rehab, and working with new Defensive Coordinator Derrick Ansley.

Watch the highlights as Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. recorded three interceptions against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel, Jr. breaks up the Jacksonville Jaguars two-point conversion attempt to wide receiver Zay Jones.

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. records his third interception off the game off of Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence.

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel, Jr. records his second interception of the game as Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence throws his third interception.

Can cornerback Asante Samuel, Jr.'s teammates identify his baby picture? Presented by Children's Hospital Los Angeles.

Cornerback Asante Samuel, Jr. answers Questions from a Popeyes Box including his biggest fear, his strangest talent, and more. Powered by Popeyes.

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. recovers San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk's fumble to register the first turnover of SNF.

Cornerback Asante Samuel, Jr. visited Burbank High School to surprise the school's football team, winners of the Chargers' Take Charge community service competition. Presented by American Airlines.

Asante Samuel, Jr. talks to the media about how going into the bye week will help this defense with injuries and being able to breakdown film.

On this episode of Homecoming, CB Asante Samuel, Jr. returns to the campus of his alma mater, St. Thomas Aquinas High School. Join Asante and host Hayley Elwood as they tour the school and talk about the winning culture the football program built and the lessons he learned on adversity and work ethic. Presented by American Airlines.

AGM y FP hablan con Electri-Sante! Asante Samuel Jr. habla de su segundo año, el estado defensivo y los nuevos valores (4:22). AGM y FP después analizan detalles vs. Jags, los ajustes ante el próximo rival Texans y las claves para la victoria (9:38).

Cornerback Asante Samuel, Jr. meets with the media to discuss the defense's performance against the Jaguars and the impact of Justin Herbert's leadership.

Cornerback Asante Samuel, Jr. bats away Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence's would-be touchdown pass with authority.

Cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. picks off Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr's launch codes for Raiders wide receiver Adams.

Cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. speaks with media about competing against Justin Herbert and the Chargers' offense in training camp, and the advice he got from his father ahead of his second season in the NFL.

Cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. wired for sound during week two of Chargers 2022 OTAs as the Bolts continue their offseason program.

Cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. speaks to the media on how J.C. Jackson has served as a mentor for him, his expectations for year two, and how he's beginning to master the Chargers defensive scheme.

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. blankets Claypool for a physical third-down pass break-up.

Cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. speaks to the media about the Week 10 regular season game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Defensive Backs Derwin James and Asante Samuel Jr. join Hayley Elwood to discuss starting their journey at Florida State, the family atmosphere of the DB room, the 2021 Draft, Brandon Staley's leadership, and more.

Watch the Los Angeles Chargers' best defensive plays through 6 weeks of the 2021 season.

Cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. speaks with the media about preparing for the Derek Carr and the Las Vegas Raiders offense, getting better each day and more.

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. intercepts tipped pass from Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

The Chargers quarterback hit Joshua Palmer for the go-ahead touchdown as the Bolts continued to go back and forth on both sides of the ball

"I'm feeling good. I feel like our team is getting better each and every day ... We're just competing really hard. We're making each other better."

Cornerback Asante Samuel, Jr., led a strong defensive effort near the end zone while kicker Cameron Dicker was perfect on his field goal attempts

"What I've been impressed with is the playmaking on both sides of the ball. It's not been one of those medium, dull training camp environments."

If J.C. Jackson is healthy and in top form, the Bolts could boast one of the league's deepest and most talented cornerback groups

"Take it day-by-day, one day at a time. Keep the main things the main things; blocking, tackling and takeaways. Don't get ahead of ourselves."

Here are the top storylines around the Bolts as spring practices start next week

One of the defenses's most consistent units, this group performed well nearly all season and saw a big second half from Michael Davis

"A lot of respect for the way these guys play the game of football. They play it fast and ferocious, that's the way it's meant to be played."

"I'm really excited about Asante Samuel, Jr. I feel like he's playing at a high level ... he's playing with a lot of confidence."

"These two guys being in the same division, both being young players, it's great for the game."

"Every year he seems to get better. He's very smart, he understands where to go with the ball so you know he's got a real good grasp of the offense."

Take a deeper look at key plays and moments from the Chargers season-opening win over the Raiders

Chargers new OLB makes statement with 3-sack game as Bolts defense comes up clutch on final drive  

"I mean, Khalil – I've always said – he's a Hall-of-Fame player. Playing alongside Joey, who I think is one of the best players in all of football."

See what members of the Chargers had to say after the 12th day of training camp practice.

"I think our offense is one of the better offenses in the league, so it's best-on-best. We have our days, they have their days. I think that's the point of competition, just to keep grinding, keep making each other better."

Updates on right tackle and backup running back battles, plus other storylines from Costa Mesa

2021 second-round pick among three cornerbacks on DeAngelo Hall's list

Quarterback-wide receiver duo connect for red-zone score, multiple big plays in Saturday's practice at Jack Hammett Sports Complex

Jackson's arrival, Samuel's potential headline position group ahead of 2022 season

"I want to be a leading communicator in our secondary. I want to just make sure I'm doing my job at a high level and making sure I'm giving everything I can to this team."

From his role as a leader to suiting up with his new teammates on defense, see what the Pro Bowl safety had to say after the first practice of OTAs.

Some of the Bolts' beat writers gave their reactions and shared their thoughts on the team's first wave of free agency.

"It's crazy how it all comes back around in a circle. [Derwin James and I] knew each other back then, and now we get to play with each other? I doesn't get any better than that."