The Los Angeles Chargers today agreed with Brandon Staley as the 17th coach in the franchise’s history. Staley served as a defensive coordinator in 2020 for the Los Angeles Rams after spending three seasons as an external linebacker coach for Denver (2019) and Chicago (2017-18). Staley’s introductory press conference will be held on Thursday, January 21, with more details to follow.
“It doesn’t matter whether you have known Brandon for five minutes or five years, what quickly becomes apparent is the amount of energy and passion with which he approaches each moment,” said Football Operations President John Spanos. “The consistency of this enthusiasm is unique and, most importantly, it boosts your ability to connect with people. Your coaching journey for this specific moment is inspiring; if not for the sheer perseverance and determination of everything, certainly for the dramatic results it has produced for people. teams and players he coached. I know it’s cliché, but I know that Brandon literally can’t wait to start working. I also know that we can’t be more excited to have him as the coach of the Los Angeles Chargers. “
Staley coached four Pro Bowlers, some of the most dominant defensive players in the NFL in recent memory – Khalil Mack in 2018, Von Miller in 2019 and Aaron Donald and Jalen Ramsey this season. Three of these players (Mack, Donald and Ramsey) were also recognized for The Associated Press first-team All-Pro teams.
“It’s not just that Brandon has a great footballing mind that makes him the ideal coach to lead our team,” said general manager Tom Telesco. “It is that he excels in the ability to adapt, apply and communicate his concepts to players effectively. Of course, Brandon will not be at a disadvantage, he is the football equivalent of a gym rat and that earned him universal respect from players you’ve trained throughout your journey. “
“It is difficult to put into words how excited I am about the opportunity to be the head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers,” said Staley. “While this is certainly a dream come true, it is also a dream that has just begun. There is a reason why this was probably the most sought after job out there – from the property, to the fans, to the city, to the men in that locker room – it’s the total package. I can’t thank the Spanos and Tom Telesco family for putting their faith in us, and by the time everyone is reading this quote in a press release, we’ll already be working hard to develop a Charger fans program in all places can be proud of. “