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Chargers Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss his excitement in playing against the Raiders for the season opener, how he feels as a defense entering the season, what he thinks he needs to prove this Sunday, and more.

Chargers Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media after day ten of Training Camp to discuss the defense's big day vs Matthew Stafford and the Rams offense, his impressions of linebacker Daiyan Henley and cornerback Ja'Sir Taylor, and why he and his teammates can play fast in Defensive Coordinator Jesse Minter's scheme.

Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. is mic'd up at 2024 Training Camp. Listen in as Derwin talks to Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, celebrates with outside linebacker Khalil Mack, and leads the Bolts defense as they prepare for the 2024 preseason and regular season. Presented by Paramount+.

Chargers Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media after day one of Training Camp to discuss his excitement to train at The Bolt, his praises for rookie corner Cam Hart, his focus going into this upcoming season, and his comfortability with how he's used DC Jesse Minter's scheme.

Chargers Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss how it has been working with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, how he feels with the new coaching staff, and his thoughts on defensive coordinator Jesse Minter.

Chargers safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss his offseason plan and how he thought the safety group played during the season.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss the defense's performance this season and provides insight in the Chargers search for Head Coach and General Manager.

Chargers Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss how he felt playing back at safety, the importance of winning the final game of the season, and playing against the Chiefs.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss the 3rd down play that shifted the momentum of the game, his appreciation for Khalil Mack and how the team is not giving up on the season.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss the change in the Broncos QB room and his confidence in Interim Head Coach Giff Smith's leadership in the final weeks of the season.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss moving forward after Week 16 vs. the Buffalo Bills and what he thought of Safety Alohi Gilman's performance.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss coach Giff Smith's leadership, how to stop Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs, preparing for the run game.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss the Week 15 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss last week's matchup against the Denver Broncos, executing on defense, and the importance of this week's matchup vs. the Las Vegas Raiders.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss the Safety Corner, a charity he started with Miami Dolphins cornerback, Jalen Ramsey.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss being nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, executing on defense, and the importance of this week's matchup vs. the Denver Broncos.

Listen to Matt "Money" Smith and Daniel Jeremiah's call of safety Derwin James, Jr.'s first sack of the season during the Week 13 matchup against the New England Patriots.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. has been nominated for the 2023 Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for his dedication to giving back to his community through events such as girls flag football and the Bolts Book Club.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss being connected with his teammates in last week's game, outside linebacker Khalil Mack's performance, and preparing for this week's matchup against the New England Patriots.

Safety Derwin James meets with the media to discuss bouncing back and getting ready for Week 13.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss going up against the Baltimore Ravens' quarterback Lamar Jackson and what the defense needs to do to compete against their offense.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss how he feels after this week's matchup vs the Green Bay Packers and how the defense can improve for next week's matchup vs the Baltimore Ravens

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss how much he values the opportunity to play week in and week out and the respect he has for Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers looking ahead to Week 11.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. speaks to the media on what he made of the Chargers defensive performance vs. the Lions and what the unit can learn from the game to attack the rest of the 2023 season.

Safety Derwin James drops Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs for a 3-yard loss.

Read who Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh revealed will wear the "C" for the Bolts this season.

The Bolts star safety landed at No. 83 on the annual player rankings list

Led by Derwin James, Jr., the defensive backs are shaping up to be a competitive group heading into camp

"One and a half practices in, way back in April, it was clear to be like, 'Derwin James, Jr. Okay guys, do whatever Derwin James is doing.'"

The Chargers outside linebacker earned MVP honors after securing his eighth Pro Bowl nod earlier this week

The Los Angeles Chargers proudly announced today that Derwin James has been nominated for the WALTER PAYTON NFL MAN OF THE YEAR AWARD PRESENTED BY NATIONWIDE for the second consecutive year. Considered one of the league's most prestigious individual honors, the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide recognizes an NFL player for outstanding community service activities off the field, as well as excellence on the field. Each of the league's 32 nominees were announced today.

"He's such a complete player. That's when he's most dangerous, when he's running the football, catching the football in the screen game."

The Bolts do-it-all safety expects to play Monday against Dallas. Here's how he's continued to lead his squad behind the scenes of late

The Bolts have announced their 2023 captains, with 9 players represented on offense, defense and special teams

"We've been able to, in all three phases of our team, kind of engineer it the way that we want it. I think we've teamed up in a good way and really have gotten better every single season."

"The competition level on both days has been high in all three phases. I think both of us feel like we got better."

The pair of Chargers teammates finished inside the Top 30 as both appear on the list for the second consecutive season

Three members of the Bolts made PFF's Sam Monson's annual list of the Top 50 players in the NFL 

The group is led by All-Pro Derwin James, Jr., but there are other intriguing names to watch within the position group

A handful of Bolts gained acclaim around the league for being among the best players at their respective positions 

See which Chargers player received high praise from Pro Football Focus in their safety position rankings

Derwin James, Jr., had a highlight-reel interception Wednesday as the Chargers now turn their attention to training camp

Pro Football Focus analyst Trevor Sikkema recently picked out his top three players on each NFL roster

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

Sam Monson, a writer for Pro Football Focus, slotted the Pro-Bowl safety at No. 65 and the veteran center at No. 95 on his annual list

We caught up with the Bolts safety on Radio Row at Super Bowl LVII

Derwin James, Jr., led the way for this group once again with Pro Bowl honors, but others stepped up in his absence late in the season

The Chargers safety racked up another individual accolade Friday when he was named a Second-Team All-Pro by the Associated Press

"Those guys have been playing at a high level these last couple weeks. I've been just trying to be there to help, bring that energy and experience."

Chargers safety was only NFL player to have an interception, a sack and a forced fumble in last month

Take a look back at the best photos of Derwin James, Jr.'s 2023 campaign

Take a look at some of the best shots of Derwin James' 2023 offseason

Check out Chargers star saftey Derwin James playing dodgeball, hanging with the fellas and pulling flags at the 2023 Pro Bowl Games in Las Vegas, Nevada

Take a look back at the best photos of Derwin James' 2022 campaign

Check out the best photos from Derwin James' 2022 season that lead to being named a Pro Bowl starter at safety for the AFC

Take a look at some of the best shots of Derwin James' 2022 offseason

Get an inside look at the Chargers celebrating the first step in the building of their new state-of-the-art practice facility in El Segundo, CA.

Take a look back at the best photos of Derwin James from the 2021 season.

Take a look back at Chargers stars Derwin James, Justin Herbert, Rashawn Slater, and Corey Linsley at the 2022 Pro Bowl in Las Vegas, Nevada

Bolts standouts Derwin James, Justin Herbert, Rashawn Slater, and Corey Linsley shine among the league's brightest stars at the 2022 Pro Bowl in Las Vegas, Nevada

Chargers stars Derwin James, Justin Herbert, Rashawn Slater, and Corey Linsley hit the practice field at the 2022 Pro Bowl in Las Vegas, Nevada

Chargers stars Derwin James, Justin Herbert, Rashawn Slater, and Corey Linsley hit the practice field at the 2022 Pro Bowl in Las Vegas, Nevada

Take a behind the scenes look at Derwin James and Joey Bosa on set of the 2020 Super Bowl commercial at SoFi Stadium.

Browse through photos of Derwin James and Joey Bosa checking out our new home, SoFi Stadium.

Follow along Derwin James' tour of LA as he visits the Rich Eisen Show, the Lakers Practice Facility, OUE Skyspace LA and KABC7.

ROKiT phones surprises Derwin James and unveils a mural created by iconic LA muralist Jonas Never outside of Baby Blues BBQ in Venice Beach.

Check out the top photos of Derwin James' NFL debut through the bye week.

Browse through the top photos of Derwin James throwing the first pitch at the Dodgers vs. Phillies game.

Derwin James stops by the equipment room to get fitted for his Chargers gear ahead of Rookie Minicamp.

Experience Draft Day One in Arlington with exclusive photos of Bolts first-round pick, Derwin James.