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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
"Chargers" redirects here. For other uses, see Charger (disambiguation).
San Diego Chargers
Current season
Established 1960
Play in Qualcomm Stadium
San Diego, California
Headquartered in Chargers Park
San Diego, California
San Diego Chargers logo
Logo
League/conference affiliations
American Football League (1960–1969)
Western Division (1960–1969)
National Football League (1970–present)
American Football Conference (1970–present)
AFC West (1970–present)
Current uniform
AFCW-Uniform-SD.PNG
Team colors
Navy, Gold, Powder Blue, White
Fight song San Diego Super Chargers
Personnel
Owner(s) Alex Spanos
George Pernicano, minority owner with 3% share
CEO A.G. Spanos
President Dean Spanos
General manager Tom Telesco[1]
Head coach Mike McCoy
Team history
Los Angeles Chargers (1960)
San Diego Chargers (1961–present)
Team nicknames
The Bolts, San Diego Super Chargers
Championships
League championships (1)
AFL Championships: (1)
AFL: 1963
Conference championships (1)
AFC: 1994
Division championships (15)
AFL West: 1960, 1961, 1963, 1964, 1965
AFC West: 1979, 1980, 1981, 1992, 1994, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Playoff appearances (18)
AFL: 1960, 1961, 1963, 1964, 1965
NFL: 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1992, 1994, 1995, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2013
Home fields
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum (1960)
Balboa Stadium (1961–66)
Sun Devil Stadium (October 27, 2003 due to Southern California Wildfires)
Qualcomm Stadium (1967–present)
a.k.a. San Diego Stadium (1967–80)
a.k.a. Jack Murphy Stadium (1981–97)
The San Diego Chargers are a professional football team based in San Diego, California. They have been members of the West division of the American Football Conference (AFC) in the National Football League (NFL) since 1970. The club began play in 1960 as a charter member of the American Football League, and spent its first season in Los Angeles, California before moving to San Diego in 1961.[2] The Chargers play their home games at Qualcomm Stadium. The Chargers continue to be the only NFL team based in Southern California, with no teams in Los Angeles since 1994.
The Chargers won one AFL title in 1963 and reached the AFL playoffs five times and the AFL Championship four times before joining the NFL (1970) as part of the AFL-NFL Merger.[2] In the 43 years since then, the Chargers have made thirteen trips to the playoffs and four appearances in the AFC Championship game.[2] At the end of the 1994 season, the Chargers faced the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XXIX and fell 49–26.[2] The Chargers have six players and one coach enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio: wide receiver Lance Alworth (1962–1970), defensive end Fred Dean (1975–1981), quarterback Dan Fouts (1973–1987), head coach/general manager Sid Gillman (1960–1969, 1971), wide receiver Charlie Joiner (1976–1986), offensive lineman Ron Mix (1960–1969), and tight end Kellen Winslow (1979–1987).[3]
Contents [hide]
1 Franchise history
1.1 1959–1969: AFL beginnings
1.2 1970–78: Post-merger
1.2.1 1978
1.3 1979–1988: Fouts and Air Coryell
1.3.1 1979
1.3.2 1980
1.3.3 1981
1.3.4 1982–88
1.4 1989–1995: Super Bowl bound
1.4.1 1994: AFC Champions
1.4.2 1995
1.5 1996–2003
1.6 2010–2012: End of the Norv Turner/AJ Smith era.
1.6.1 2010
1.6.2 2011
1.6.3 2012
1.7 2013-present: A New Era
1.7.1 2013
1.7.2 2014
2 Logo and uniforms
3 Players of note
3.1 Current roster
3.2 Retired numbers
3.3 Pro Football Hall of Famers
3.4 Chargers Hall of Fame
3.5 50th Anniversary Team
3.6 San Diego Hall of Champions
4 Staff
4.1 Head coaches
4.2 Current staff
5 Radio and television
5.1 Radio Affiliates
5.1.1 English
5.1.2 Spanish
6 Theme song
7 References
8 External links
Franchise history[edit]
Main article: History of the San Diego Chargers
The following text needs to be harmonized with text in History of the San Diego Chargers.
1959–1969: AFL beginnings[edit]
The San Diego Chargers were established with seven other American Football League teams in 1959. In 1960, the Chargers began AFL play in Los Angeles.[2] The Chargers' original owner was hotel heir Barron Hilton, son of Hilton Hotels founder Conrad Hilton.[2]
According to the official site of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Barron Hilton agreed after his general manager, Frank Leahy, picked the Chargers name when he purchased an AFL franchise for Los Angeles: “I liked it because they were yelling ‘charge’ and sounding the bugle at Dodgers Stadium and at USC games.” The Chargers played in Los Angeles in 1960 and moved to San Diego in 1961. From 1961 to 1966 their home field was Balboa Stadium in Balboa Park. As of August 1967, they moved to the newly constructed Qualcomm Stadium (then named San Diego Stadium), where they still play their home games.
The Chargers only spent one season in Los Angeles before moving to San Diego in 1961.[2] The early AFL years of the San Diego Chargers were highlighted by the outstanding play of wide receiver Lance Alworth with 543 receptions for 10,266 yards in his 11-AFL/NFL-season career. In addition he set the pro football record of consecutive games with a reception (96) during his career.[4]
Their only coach for the ten-year life of the AFL was Sid Gillman,[2] a Hall of Famer.[5] who was considered the foremost authority on the forward passing offense of his era.[5] With players such as Lance "Bambi" Alworth, Paul Lowe, Keith Lincoln and John Hadl,[6] the high-scoring Chargers won divisional crowns five of the league’s first six seasons and the AFL title in 1963 with a 51–10 victory over the Boston Patriots.[2] They also played defense, as indicated by their professional football record 49 pass interceptions in 1961,[7] and featured AFL Rookie of the Year defensive end Earl Faison.[8] The Chargers were the originators of the term "Fearsome Foursome" to describe their all-star defensive line,[9] anchored by Faison and Ernie Ladd (the latter also excelled in professional wrestling).[10] The phrase was later appropriated by the Los Angeles Rams.[11] Hilton sold the Chargers to a group headed by Eugene Klein and Sam Schulman in August 1966.[12] The following year the Chargers began "head to head" competition with the older NFL with a preseason loss to the Detroit Lions.[2] The Chargers defeated the defending Super Bowl III champion New York Jets 34–27 before a record San Diego Stadium crowd of 54,042 on September 29, 1969.[2] Alworth once again led the team in receptions with 64 and 1,003 yards with four touchdowns.[2] The team also saw Gillman step down due to health and offensive backfield coach Charlie Waller promoted to head coach after the completion of the regular season. Gillman did remain with the club as the general manager.[2]
1970–78: Post-merger[edit]
In 1970, the Chargers were placed into the AFC West division after the NFL merger with the AFL.[12][13] But by then, the Chargers fell on hard times; Gillman, who had returned as general manager, stepped down in 1971, and many of the Charger players from the 1960s had already either retired or had been traded.[14] The Chargers acquired veteran players like Deacon Jones[15] and Johnny Unitas,[16] however it was at the later stages of their careers and the team struggled, placing third or fourth in the AFC West each year from 1970 to 1978.
1978[edit]
Main article: 1978 San Diego Chargers season
1978 was marked by the "Holy Roller" game, or as Chargers fans call it, the "Immaculate Deception". It was a game-winning play executed by the Oakland Raiders against the Chargers on September 10, 1978, in San Diego at Jack Murphy Stadium.[17] With 10 seconds left in the game, the Raiders had possession of the ball at the Chargers' 14-yard line, down 20–14. Raiders quarterback Ken Stabler took the snap and found himself about to be sacked by Chargers linebacker Woodrow Lowe on the 24-yard line. Stabler fumbled the ball forward, and it rolled forward towards the San Diego goal line. Running back Pete Banaszak tried to recover the ball on the 12-yard line, but could not keep his footing, and the ball was pushed even closer to the end zone. Raiders tight end Dave Casper was the next player to reach the ball but he also could not get a hand on it. He batted and kicked the ball into the end zone, where he fell on it for the game-tying touchdown as time ran out. With the ensuing extra point by kicker Errol Mann, the Raiders won 21–20.[17] What many Charger fans believed should have been called an incomplete pass (and possibly intentional grounding) was seen as a fumble and the rest of the play involved batting of the ball forward towards the end zone where the Raiders ultimately recovered it for a touchdown.[17] As a result of this play, NFL rules were changed so that, in the last two minutes of a half or game, the only offensive player allowed to advance a fumble is the player who originally fumbled. If any other offensive player recovers the fumble and advances the ball, after the play the line of scrimmage is the spot of the original fumble.
1979–1988: Fouts and Air Coryell[edit]
1979[edit]
Main article: 1979 San Diego Chargers season
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
2012 Dodge Charger
The Dodge Charger is an automobile marketed by the Dodge division of Chrysler and currently manufactured in Canada. First used on a show car in 1964, there have been several different production vehicles, built on three different platforms and sizes, all bearing the Charger nameplate. The Charger nameplate has been used with subcompact hatchbacks, full-sized sedans, and personal luxury coupes.
Contents [hide]
1 Charger models
2 First generation: 1966–1967
3 Second generation: 1968–1970
4 Third generation: 1971–1974
5 Fourth generation: 1975–1977
6 Fifth generation: 1982–1987
7 Sixth generation: 2006–2010
8 Seventh generation: 2011- Present
9 Other models
10 See also
11 References
12 External links
Charger models[edit]
The three main iterations of Dodge Chargers were a mid-sized (B-body) two-door car from 1966 to 1978, a subcompact (L-body) car from 1983 to 1987, and the (LX and LD) full-sized platform four-door sedans built since 2006.
The name was also carried by a 1999 concept car that differed substantially from the Charger eventually placed into production for the 2006 model year. A similar name, the Ramcharger, was used for the truck-based vehicle.
The name Charger was also used in Brazil as performance model based on the Dart (A-Body) between 1970 and 1980.
Model years of Chargers
1964 Dodge Charger (concept): a roadster-style show car based on the Dodge Polara
1965 Dodge Charger 273: a limited production option package for the Dart GT
1966–1978 Dodge Charger (B-body): a rear wheel drive coupe
1970–1980 Dodge Charger: Brazilian version based on the Dodge Dart, with a higher-compression 318 V8 engine
1983–1987 Dodge Charger (L-body): a front wheel drive subcompact hatchback
1999 Dodge Charger (concept): a rear wheel drive concept car
2006–present: Dodge Charger (LX): several model and trim versions of a rear wheel drive four-door sedan
First generation: 1966–1967[edit]
1966 Dodge Charger
Main article: Dodge Charger (B-body)
The Dodge Charger was introduced in the fall of 1965. The new Charger was a two-door fastback version Coronet built on Chrysler B platform. The base engine was a 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 with a three-speed floor shifter. Larger and more powerful engines were also available. Sales were low.
Second generation: 1968–1970[edit]
1969 Dodge Charger
The Charger was redesigned for 1968, and sales increased. Based on the Chrysler B platform, the model years received various cosmetic changes to the exterior and interior including: an undivided grill, rounded tail lights, and hidden headlights. The powertrains were the same as the ones used in the 1967 Charger. The model was not successful in stock car racing such as NASCAR. A more aerodynamic shape formed the Charger 500 model that became the basis for the 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona.
Third generation: 1971–1974[edit]
1971 Dodge Charger
The third generation Charger was introduced for the 1971 model year. Chrysler's B platform was modified to meet new emissions and safety regulations. Available in six different packages with cosmetic changes that include: a split grill, semi fastback rear window, and a ducktail spoiler. The 1973 and 1974 Chargers were very similar to the 1971 with minor differences in the grill and headlamps. The increase in sales was mostly due to the elimination of the Dodge Coronet, which meant Dodge offered the two-door intermediate-size body style only as the Charger.
Fourth generation: 1975–1977[edit]
1975 Dodge Charger
The 1975 model year Charger was a badge engineered version of the Chrysler Cordoba coupe with a different grille and other small changes. Still using Chrysler's B platform, the new Charger was Dodge's attempt at moving the model into the growing personal luxury car market segment, and as consumer demand increased for smaller-sized vehicles after the 1973 oil crisis.
Fifth generation: 1982–1987[edit]
1987 Dodge Charger "Shelby Edition"
Main article: Dodge Charger (L-body)
The Charger returned in 1982 as a subcompact hatchback coupe with front-wheel-drive, and a five-speed manual or three-speed automatic transmission. This economy-type model was similar to the Dodge Omni 024, but with a slightly larger engine. The Charger was available with the NA 2.2l SOHC or a turbocharged 2.2l SOHC engine. Both engines could be specified with either transmission. A Shelby Charger was offered starting in 1983, with a turbo version available in 1984 producing 148 horsepower (110 kW) at 5600 rpm and 160 pound-feet (220 N·m) of torque at 3200 rpm. The engine was not intercooled and used a small t3 Garrett turbo. In 1985, the electronics were updated but power output was the same. In 1986, the electronics were further updated.
Sixth generation: 2006–2010[edit]
2006 Dodge Charger
Main article: Dodge Charger (LX)
After 19 years, Dodge reintroduced the Charger in 2006 in a new form. This generation is available only as a four-door sedan. For 2006, the Dodge Charger is available in SE, SXT, R/T, R/T with Road/Track Performance Group, and Daytona R/T versions.
The Charger SE has the V-6 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission with "AutoStick" manual shifting feature, 17-inch wheels, air conditioning, all-speed traction control, as well as ABS and electronic stability control, a CD player, tilt and telescoping steering column, power locks/mirrors/windows, and remote keyless entry.
The Charger SXT (3.5L V6) adds machined-face aluminum wheels, a 60/40-split folding rear seat with center armrest, eight-way power adjustment for the driver's seat, a 276-watt Boston Acoustics audio system, cargo net, chrome grille surround, fog lamps, power mirrors, and leather-wrapped steering wheel.
The Charger R/T features the 5.7L Hemi V8 with a multiple-displacement system that allows it to save fuel by running on only four cylinders when cruising. It also comes with 18-inch polished aluminum wheels, dual exhaust pipes, heated mirrors, leather seats, and what Dodge calls a performance braking system.
The Charger SRT8 with a 6.1L Hemi adds an eight-way power front passenger seat, automatic climate control, special grille and rear spoiler, body-color interior trim, special front fascia and engine cover, larger exhaust tips, performance steering gear, heated front seats with perforated suede inserts, power-adjustable pedals, and special colors and exterior trim. Optional features include a Road/Track package with 10 additional horsepower from the Hemi engine, GPS navigation system, 322-watt audio system, sunroof, and rear-seat DVD entertainment system.
Seventh generation: 2011- Present[edit]
2012 Dodge Charger
The Charger was redesigned for the 2011 model year using a re-engineered version of the Chrysler LX platform. The design was intended to be reminiscent of the Chargers of the 1960s and 70s and the taillights harken back to that era, as do the new stamped hood and side panels. This generation is available with V6 and V8 engines, 5-speed and 8-speed automatic transmissions, as well as all wheel drive (AWD).
Beginning in 2012, the Charger became available with the 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 coupled with an 8-speed automatic transmission. This engine/transmission combo allows the Charger to accelerate from 0-60 in 6.6 seconds while achieving 31 MPG on the highway. These Pentastar V6 0-60 times equal those of the pre-2008 Charger's HEMI V8 performance. A number of available performance packages allow the Pentastar V6 to create up to 300 horsepower and offer sport mode performance calibration with paddle shifters. The R/T package features a 5.7 liter HEMI V8 with 370 horsepower, and the top of the line SRT-8 offers a HEMI V8 6.4L engine with 470 horsepower.
In 2014, the Charger was released in a 100th Anniversary trim (100th Anniversary Edition). This trim, available on both the Charger and Dodge Challenger, was released to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Dodge brand, which was founded in 1914. The trim features granite metallic grille surround as well as 20-inch granite pocket wheels on both the SXT and R/T models, as well as exclusive leather interiors, exclusive splash screens on infotainment displays, and exclusive exterior badging, among other unique features.
Seventh Generation Refresh For 2015 [dated info]
Unveiled at the 2014 New York Auto Show, the 2015 Dodge Charger received a substantial makeover, the most noticeable change coming in the new front grille and rounded led headlights. Retaining its Coke bottle styling Dodge claims to have reworked just about every panel on the car; made to look leaner and more athletic than its previous look while keeping the same dimensions.[1]
Dodge is reported to have used the 1969 Charger as its inspiration for the remodelling. The engines will be the 370 horsepower (280 kW) Chrysler 5.7 liter Hemi V8 and the 292 horsepower (218 kW) 3.6 liter V6; the V6 model is EPA-rated at 31MPG or 7.6L/100 km which is reckoned by the manufacturer to be the best in its class. The only transmission will be the Chrysler eight-speed automatic, coupled with optional all-wheel drive. The all-wheel drive system will automatically remove drive to the front axle when not required, giving an improvement in fuel economy. The new electronic gearshift with optional paddle shift gives fast shift times of as little as 0.25 seconds in sport mode.[1] A Charger with Chrysler's 6.2L Supercharged "Hellcat" engine is expected to be introduced in 2014 for the 2015 Dodge Charger.[2]
The reworked interior includes new materials for the door, console and dash panels, a new steering wheel and seats, and a wide range of trim packages with both leather and cloth seating on offer.[1]