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April 23 Trade Back or Take an Edge: Chargers on the Clock with Pick #22
With the NFL Draft just hours away, Matt “Money” Smith and Lorenzo Neal go live to break down what the Los Angeles Chargers could do with the 22nd overall pick.
There’s a strong focus on why adding an edge rusher could have the biggest immediate impact for LA, especially for a team ready to compete now. The guys also touch on how late free agency and potential trades could still shape the roster even after the draft.
Plus, they react to live fan questions, run through mock draft scenarios, and set realistic expectations for Chargers fans heading into draft night.

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1 hr 7 min
April 15 Should The Chargers Consider Trading Back From Pick 22?
Matt "Money" Smith and Lorenzo Neal preview the 2026 NFL Draft with one week to go, debating whether the Chargers should use pick 22 on OG Chase Bisontis of Texas A&M — a player Matt calls a plug-and-play Pro Bowl candidate — or trade back to accumulate picks while still landing a starter. The guys address the Rueben Bain Jr. car accident story that resurfaced this week, calling it a transparent attempt by rival teams to drive down the Miami edge rusher's value ahead of the draft. Matt walks through four realistic trade-back scenarios, including a deal where Arizona jumps up to grab Alabama QB Ty Simpson, and floats a bold idea of packaging picks 22 and 55 to pry Dexter Lawrence away from a Giants team reportedly at an impasse with their star DT. The episode closes with a live mock draft simulator where the Chargers trade back to 34, land Bisontis, add edge rusher Romello Height at 55, and finish the day building depth in the trenches.

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1 hr 1 min
April 08 Why not go get Dexter Lawrence?
With the NFL Draft just weeks away, Matt “Money” Smith and Lorenzo Neal dive into a debate: do you prioritize upside… or go all-in on proven production? The discussion starts with drafting Miami’s Ahkeem Mesidor as a potential plug-and-play weapon or making a trade for Dexter Lawrence.
They also tackle roster decisions, draft strategy, and why blue-chip players matter most when it matters most.

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37 min
April 01 LaDainian Tomlinson's Untold Stories + Chargers Super Bowl Run Coming?
On a special edition of Bleav in Chargers, Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson joins Lorenzo Neal and Matt “Money” Smith to reflect on one of the most dominant eras of Chargers football. LT discusses his mindset, his team's physical identity, and what made their run game nearly unstoppable.
LT shares stories from legendary battles with Ray Lewis to record-setting touchdowns. He also discusses the current Chargers, changes on offense, Mike McDaniel’s system, and what the team needs for a deep playoff run.

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43 min
March 25 Forget the Guard Talk, Why the Chargers NEED to Draft An Edge Rusher at Pick 22
The Chargers had $100 million to spend in free agency and still have $48 million left — so what's the plan? Matt "Money" Smith and Lorenzo Neal break it all down on this week's Bleav in Chargers. They cover every key Chargers free agency move including the Tyler Biadasz signing at center, Charlie Kolar at tight end, Alec Ingold at fullback, and Khalil Mack's return, why fans frustrated about the guard position need to trust the process, what the Chargers are actually signaling with their spending priorities, and why edge rusher — not guard — should be the pick at 22 in the draft. They also tease a massive special guest coming Monday. Subscribe to Bleav in Chargers on Apple Podcasts.

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46 min
March 19 What are the Chargers building this offseason?
On this episode of Bleav in Chargers, Matt “Money” Smith goes live for a Q&A and dives into where the Chargers really stand after free agency.
Money sees a clear direction: build through the draft, trust the process, and prioritize the offensive line but not in the way fans might expect. The upgrade at center with Tyler Biadasz is massive, but guard is still a question, and it feels like the team is willing to wait and address it later rather than overspend now.
Plus, Money hits on draft strategy, trade-back scenarios, and why this roster might not be finished yet.

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49 min
March 10 Chargers Free Agency Breakdown | Ingold, Kolar, Biadasz & Mack
The Chargers kicked off free agency with several key moves as Jim Harbaugh and Joe Hortiz continue shaping the roster. Matt “Money” Smith and Lorenzo Neal break down the biggest additions, including fullback Alec Ingold, center Tyler Biadasz, and blocking tight end Charlie Kolar, and what they signal for the offense moving forward.
The guys also discuss the departures of Zion Johnson and Odafe Oweh, the Chargers’ strategy for rebuilding the offensive line, and why protecting Justin Herbert remains the top priority. Plus, they look ahead to potential guard signings, draft options, and how the Chargers could fill remaining roster holes.
0:00 Welcome Back & Lorenzo Neal Returns
2:15 Free Agency Frenzy Begins for the Chargers
4:05 Alec Ingold Signing & What It Means for the Offense
7:45 Harbaugh’s Smash-Mouth Identity
10:10 Zion Johnson Leaves in Free Agency
13:40 Odafe Oweh Contract & Market Value
16:20 Edge Rusher Options & Draft Strategy
20:15 Chargers Free Agency Philosophy
23:30 Tyler Biadasz Signing at Center
27:00 Rebuilding the Offensive Line
31:20 Guard Market & Possible Targets
35:10 Protecting Justin Herbert Moving Forward
38:40 Charlie Kolar Signing & Tight End Impact
42:10 Chargers Offensive Identity Under McDaniel
45:30 Khalil Mack’s Leadership & Importance
48:00 Final Thoughts on Chargers Free Agency

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42 min
March 05 Chargers Draft Plan with Athon's Luke Easterling
Athlon Sports draft analyst Luke Easterling joins Matt “Money” Smith to preview the Chargers’ offseason. They break down Luke’s latest mock draft, why improving the interior offensive line is key to protecting Justin Herbert, and how the Chargers should approach free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft.
1:30 Luke Easterling joins the show
2:30 Free agency approaching & Chargers cap space
3:40 Mock Draft Pick #22: Chargers must address interior OL
6:30 Why protecting Justin Herbert is the top priority
9:30 Free agency scenarios: Zion Johnson, Tyler Linderbaum & OL options
13:00 If the Chargers address OL in free agency, what happens at pick 22?
16:20 Deep edge rusher class in the 2026 draft
20:00 Trade-back possibilities for the Chargers
24:00 Offensive tackle class breakdown
27:30 Chargers defensive line needs & Day 2 draft targets
31:00 Malachi Lawrence scouting report
34:00 Why the Chargers must build around Justin Herbert
38:00 Tight end options in the draft
41:00 Chargers wide receiver depth & Bryce Lance upside
45:30 Free agency strategy: OL vs defense
50:00 Ideal Chargers offseason plan
54:00 Luke Easterling on Athlon Sports draft guide
56:00 FanDuel odds update & closing

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41 min
February 26Re-signing the RIGHT Guys | Logan Jones's fit with the Chargers | Zion Johnson's FUTURE
Broadcasting from Indianapolis during Combine week, Matt “Money” Smith is joined by Lorenzo Neal to recap what the latest at the Combine. The discussion starts on defensive line workouts and how teams are evaluating explosiveness, depth, and positional value. They also dive into roster construction, emphasizing the importance of building in the trenches first, staying disciplined with cap space, and identifying potential key free agents who fit the long-term vision.
0:38-1:57: Documentaries on LaDainian Tomlinson and Lorenzo Neal.

2:09-2:47: Chiefs vs. Bills AFC Championship 13-second comeback.

3:00-4:00: Chargers' offseason priorities: Mack, Bosa, and Zion Johnson.

4:01-5:20: Importance of offensive line and cap space.

6:12-10:29: Chargers' center position and draft strategy.

10:35-12:26: Player loyalty to current teams.

12:27-14:29: Chargers' draft strategy: building in the trenches.

13:50-15:30: Zion Johnson's potential move to center.

19:50-20:29: The crucial role of a veteran center.

20:31-21:12: Free agency options for guards.

22:17-26:18: Mike McDaniel's coaching and long-term vision.

27:24-28:32: Dominant interior linemen in successful teams.

30:31-30:43: Finding good guards in later draft rounds.

31:22-32:08: Free agency's impact on draft strategy.

35:38-35:50: Jim Harbaugh's preference for passionate players.

35:51-36:27: Post-combine focus on mock drafts and free agency.

36:28-38:13: Drafting edge rushers and managing the rookie pool.

39:37-40:12: Player development timelines.

42:27-44:06: Quentin Johnston's future with the Chargers.

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45 min
February 18 The Business of Winning: Restructuring Herbert, And More Chargers Offseason Decisions
Matt “Money” Smith and Lorenzo Neal break down the Chargers’ offseason priorities, starting with the ongoing conversation about restructuring Justin Herbert’s contract and how it could create valuable cap space without limiting roster flexibility. The guys dive into the economics of the NFL salary cap, explaining how teams like Kansas City and Philadelphia manipulate contracts to stay competitive.
From there, the focus shifts to free agency — particularly the urgency of fixing the center position and stabilizing the interior offensive line. The hosts debate whether to pursue top-tier options like Tyler Linderbaum, retain Zion Johnson, or allocate resources elsewhere, while also discussing the futures of Khalil Mack, Tuli Tuipulotu, and other key defenders.
With FanDuel listing the Chargers among the top AFC contenders, the message is clear: the Super Bowl window is open — but it hinges on smart financial decisions and solidifying the trenches.

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42 min

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