Derwin James

Derwin James, Jr. & Ja'Sir Taylor were mic'd up to watch JuJu Watkins and the USC Women's Basketball team take on the University of Illinois on their path to becoming Big-10 Champions. Watch as the two react to the game while sitting courtside, joke about Ja'Sir being shorter than the players, try to get on the big screen, and meet JuJu Watkins postgame.

We asked LA Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. and defensive back Tarheeb Still to do the same interview to see how an NFL rookie & vet would answer the same questions differently. The two share how they deal with pressure, which NFL players inspire them most, describe what it's like to play for Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, list their top 5 all-time safeties and DBs including Deion Sanders, Charles Woodson, Ed Reed, & Sean Taylor, and offer advice to young athletes who want to make it to the league.

Relive Chargers safety Derwin James Jr.'s All-Pro 2024 season in this mini-movie and discover why James is the NFL's best safety. With the arrival of Head Coach Jim Harbaugh and Defensive Coordinator Jesse Minter, James embarked on the new year with renewed purpose as a player and leader. Leading the NFL's #1 scoring defense, James' career year included a career-high in sacks, a Pro Bowl selection, clutch plays, and much more as the Chargers surged back to the playoffs. Alongside quarterback Justin Herbert, James led the Bolts and helped young players including linebacker Daiyan Henley and rookie cornerbacks Tarheeb Still & Cam Hart rise to success.

Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. hangs with Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase, Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton, and Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow at practice ahead of the 2025 Pro Bowl Games at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida. Presented by Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel.

Watch the best plays by Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James, Jr. from the 2024 NFL Season.

Safety Derwin James Jr. speaks to reporters about Head Coach Jim Harbaugh and the future following the conclusion of the 2024 season.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. speaks to the media following the Chargers' matchup vs the Houston Texans in the NFL Wild Card Round.

Safeties Alohi Gilman and Derwin James, Jr. force a Texans turnover on Houston's first play from scrimmage.

Chargers safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss facing the Texans in the Wild Card round, how each week provided them opportunities to learn, and more.

Chargers safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss the playoff implications for Sunday's game, being selected for his fourth Pro Bowl, starting off games strong and finishing strong.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. speaks with the media following the Chargers 40-7 playoff clinching win over the New England Patriots.

Safety Derwin James Jr. chases down Drake Maye for fourth-down sack.

Safety Derwin James' nabs second fourth-down sack of New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye.

Safety Derwin James jumps on New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye's botched toss to recover fumble.

Chargers safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss the win over the Broncos on 'TNF', how he re-focuses after a game no matter a win or loss, and more.

Safety Derwin James speaks to the media after the Chargers Week 16 win vs the Denver Broncos on the defense's second half adjustments, Justin Herbert's fourth quarter performance, and how the Bolts can use this win to propel them in their playoffs push.

Chargers safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss the loss to the Buccaneers, how the team controls their own destiny to close out the season, his impressions on Bo Nix and the Broncos offense.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media following the Chargers' Week 15 matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to discuss the team's mentality ahead of a divisional game vs the Denver Broncos and how the Bolts plan to the attack a short week.

Chargers safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media to discuss the upcoming matchup with against the Buccaneers and how Head Coach Jim Harbaugh's "wise words" help grow the team together

Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. is mic'd up for Sunday Night Football vs the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Listen in as James goes head-to-head with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, delivers a big sack on quarterback Patrick Mahomes, and leads linebacker Daiyan Henley, outside linebacker Khalil Mack, and the Chargers defense.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. meets with the media following the Bolts' Week 14 matchup vs the Kansas City Chiefs.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. blitzes into the Kansas City Chiefs' backfield for a sack against Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

Escucha la narración del partido de Adrián García Márquez y Francisco Pinto cuando Derwin James, Jr. interceptó a Kirk Cousins para asegurar la victoria contra los Atlanta Falcons.

Safety Derwin James, Jr. speaks to the media about how the defense performed following the Chargers' Week 13 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.

The Chargers seal a road win vs. the Atlanta Falcons with an interception, their fourth of the day, this one from defensive back Derwin James Jr.

The Chargers star safety was also awarded an honorary degree from the school

The Chargers safety had plenty of praise for his franchise quarterback on Good Morning Football 

James earned Second-Team All-Pro honors and was also selected to the PFWA's All-AFC Team

Rashawn Slater, Derwin James and Derius Davis were among the honorees on the PFWA All-AFC Team

James earned the fourth All-Pro honor of his career Friday to punctuate a stellar season on defense

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James Jr., was named AFC Defensive Player of the Month by the league office. The award is the second Defensive Player of the Month honor of his career.

The trio of Chargers captains were each named to the roster for the AFC in the Pro Bowl on Thursday morning

The National Football League today announced the Los Angeles Chargers will be represented by outside linebacker Khalil Mack, safety Derwin James Jr., and tackle Rashawn Slater at the 2025 Pro Bowl Games in Orlando.

The Chargers do-it-all safety is playing at an elite level while also leading on and off the field

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

Take a look back at the Bolts' last 22 first-round draft picks. From fan favorites to superstars, here are the players who've helped shape the Chargers success over the past two decades.

The Chargers visited the Red Cross Emergency Shelter at the Pasadena Civic Center, one of three shelters for Los Angeles communities impacted by the wildfires that engulfed Los Angeles County. During the visit, Chargers S Derwin James, Jr., DL Morgan Fox and WR DJ Chark handed out snacks and served meals to displaced residents.

Check out Chargers safety Derwin James, Jr., outside linebacker Joey Bosa, and tackle Rashawn Slater participate in the 2025 Pro Bowl Games in Orlando, Florida on Sunday February 2, 2025.

Check out Chargers safety Derwin James, Jr., outside linebacker Joey Bosa, and tackle Rashawn Slater participate in a team practice at the Pro Bowl Games in Orlando, Florida on Saturday February 1, 2025.

Check out Chargers safety Derwin James, Jr., outside linebacker Joey Bosa, and tackle Rashawn Slater participate in a team photo and walk through at the Pro Bowl Games in Orlando, Florida on Friday January 31, 2025.

Take a look back at the best photos of Derwin James, Jr.'s 2024 campaign. James recorded 93 tackles, 5.5 sacks and 1 interception in the 2024-2025 NFL season.

Check out Chargers safety Derwin James, Jr., outside linebacker Joey Bosa, and tackle Rashawn Slater participating in various events in the Pro Bowl Games in Orlando, Florida on Thursday January 30, 2025.

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.