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Money and Lo break down what went wrong in the Chargers' ugly Week 1 loss to the Cardinals, from offensive line issues and Justin Herbert's uncharacteristic mistakes to a shutout pass rush and an inexcusable blocked punt. They stay confident the talented roster bounces back against the Raiders in Week 2. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fresh off calling the game, Matt “Money” Smith reacts to the Chargers’ frustrating Week 1 loss to the Cardinals. He breaks down the lack of pass rush, costly penalties, and mistakes, what concerned him most, and why he’s not ready to panic after one game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt "Money" Smith and Lorenzo Neal preview the Chargers' home opener against the Cardinals, breaking down FanDuel's Super Bowl and MVP odds, explaining the 9.5 point spread, and previewing Arizona's talented but defensively shaky roster. They spend the second half diving into new OC Mike McDaniel's tight end centric scheme before locking in predictions for Sunday's game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt "Money" Smith and Lorenzo Neal return to dig into the Chargers' 53-man roster and their roster-manipulation strategy at punter, plus a wide-open battle at left guard and swing tackle up front. New OC Mike McDaniel's system has the Chargers' Super Bowl odds climbing, and several bubble players, including Derius Davis and Devonte Ross, beat the numbers game to make the team. The hosts close by previewing a heavily favored season opener against Jacoby Brissett and the Arizona Cardinals on September 13th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Matt “Money” Smith breaks down his projected Chargers 53-man roster ahead of the preseason finale against the Rams. He examines the toughest decisions at wide receiver, linebacker, defensive line and in the secondary, including potential surprise cuts and players who could be trade candidates. Plus, why special teams could ultimately determine who survives cutdown day and why there’s reason for optimism about the offensive line despite some preseason concerns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After calling the game, Matt “Money” Smith breaks down the struggles in the run game, costly pre-snap penalties, the backup QB battle, and which players are making a push for the 53-man roster. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A potentially significant injury to Tyler Biadasz has suddenly changed the outlook for the Chargers’ offensive line. Matt “Money” Smith and Lorenzo Neal break down what the loss could mean for Justin Herbert and the offense, why rookie Jake Slaughter may now be asked to step in at center, and whether Los Angeles needs to look outside the building for additional help. Plus, they share their biggest takeaways from the 49ers joint practice, including an impressive Joe Alt, a physical Omarion Hampton and Breneb Thompson emerging as a dangerous deep threat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After calling the game, Matt “ Money” Smith recaps the Chargers preseason game against the Texans. Jake Slaughter and Logan Taylor helped highlight the team’s impressive depth, while several young defenders made impact plays. Trey Lance flashed mobility and showed promise at quarterback but also made some mistakes to clean up. The biggest takeaway was the overall roster depth, which could make the Chargers’ final cuts especially difficult. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Bleav in Chargers, Matt “ Money” Smith and Lorenzo Neal discuss the first preseason game against the Texans, with several starters expected to sit, putting the spotlight on roster battles and young players fighting for bigger roles. They break down the unsettled offensive line, the backup quarterback competition, and several intriguing defensive players to watch. To buy a t-shirt- https://shop.bleav.com/product/put-lorenzo-neal-in-the-hof-2/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest Bleav in Chargers with Matt “Money” Smith and Lorenzo Neal, they discuss the latest developments from Chargers training camp, highlighting Justin Herbert's strong play, Mike McDaniel's creative offensive system, and several standout rookies, including Brenen Thompson and Akheem Mesidor. The hosts discuss key position battles, roster decisions, preseason expectations, and how players are competing for final roster spots. They also touch on defensive standouts, special teams, and why the upcoming preseason games will be critical for players on the roster bubble. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of Bleav in Chargers, Matt “Money Smith recaps Day 1 of Chargers camp, which opened with encouraging injury updates as Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt were cleared to practice, while Justin Herbert highlighted rookie receiver Brenen Thompson as a future playmaker. Tuli Tuipulotu did not practice as he continues contract negotiations, and several young players, including Akheem Mesidor and Ladd McConkey, stood out during the first session. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt "Money" Smith and Lorenzo Neal reunite ahead of training camp to make the case that Justin Herbert has never had a better supporting cast. They dig into FanDuel's Super Bowl odds and MVP odds, and debate where Herbert ranks behind Josh Allen and Matthew Stafford. Lo breaks down the retooled offensive line, including new center Tyler Biadasz and the Trevor Penning-Jake Slaughter guard battle, and why a healthy Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater change everything. The two also flag the defense's secondary as the team's biggest question mark and preview the Chargers' brutal seven-game midseason gauntlet against Buffalo, Kansas City, and Baltimore. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lorenzo Neal welcomes former Chargers and Falcons Pro Bowl running back Michael “Burner” Turner. On the latest episode of Bleav in Chargers, Turner shares the emotional story of sliding to the fifth round of the 2004 NFL Draft, learning behind LaDainian Tomlinson, and eventually becoming one of the league's premier running backs. The two also break down the Chargers' outlook under Jim Harbaugh, what they expect from second-year running back Omarion Hampton, the importance of a physical running game, and why healthy offensive tackles could be the key to a playoff run. Turner also reflects on the Falcons' future, Atlanta's quarterback situation, and the lessons he's learned from both franchises. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NFL legend and host of Simms Complete, Phil Simms, joins Bleav in Chargers to discuss why Justin Herbert remains one of the league's elite quarterbacks, how new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel can transform the Chargers' offense, and why this could be Herbert's best opportunity to enter the NFL MVP conversation. Simms also shares his thoughts on Omarion Hampton, the revamped tight end room, Quentin Johnston's development, the AFC West race, and why he believes Los Angeles is built to contend this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ESPN analyst and Chargers radio color analyst Daniel Jeremiah joins Matt "Money" Smith to break down why the Chargers offense is built to take a major leap in 2026. The guys discuss Mike McDaniel's creative scheme, how upgraded tight ends and fullbacks could transform the offense, Justin Herbert's MVP potential, Omarion Hampton's fit, underrated training camp battles, and why this could be the deepest Chargers roster in years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt "Money" Smith and Lorenzo Neal spend most of the episode on Tuli Tuipulotu's looming extension, breaking down why his agents likely want $40M+ and if the Chargers can manage to swing that. The broader cap picture also gets laid out noting Herbert's cap jump next year and how to manage many other possible extensions. The guys close with OTA takeaways — genuine excitement about Mike McDaniel's offense, concern about edge depth behind Tuli if Khalil Mack fades, and a preview of Lorenzo Neal's FullBlack Classic charity golf tournament in Fresno this Friday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Money Smith and Lorenzo Neal report live from Chargers minicamp Day 1, with Money calling this the deepest roster he's seen in 10 years covering the team — and backing it up with a bold guarantee: score 24 points per game and they won't lose more than three. The key storyline is Mike McDaniel scaling back Herbert's throwing entirely to rebuild his footwork from scratch, with buy-in already spreading to defenders like Derwin James and Khalil Mack pulling McDaniel aside to pick his brain. Harbaugh's presser adds fuel — he called Quentin Johnston, Ladd McConkey, and Tre Harris all "elite," the left guard battle is Slaughter vs. Penny, and Money's AFC Championship pick is Bills vs. Chargers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt "Money" Smith and Lorenzo Neal break down an OTA week headlined by four press conferences from new OL coach Butch Barry, DT Dalvin Tomlinson, center Tyler Biadasz, and left guard Kayode Awosika. Barry's message defines the whole episode: be proactive, establish the standard, force the defense to react. On defense, Tomlinson explains why free agents keep choosing the Chargers: the staff moves interior linemen around instead of planting them over the center, which leads to better production and bigger second contracts. Some players to watch when pads go on next week — Junior Colson, back from two lost seasons, and the edge battle brewing between Kyle Kennard and UDFA Nadame Tucker. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Money Smith and Lorenzo Neal recap a loaded OTA session headlined by Justin Herbert's presser, where he broke down his work with Mike McDaniel on quick-game footwork and anticipation throws. Rashawn Slater delivered a "window is now" declaration, vowing this Chargers roster is too talented not to make a deep playoff run, while Joe Alt raved about the demands of McDaniel's run-blocking scheme. Money and Lo also break down a flawed AFC landscape, making the case that the Chargers match up favorably against the Bills, Ravens, and Patriots heading into 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.