Fans will get the chance to buy tickets to their game of choice when single-game tickets go on sale Saturday at 10 a.m. PT.

Fans can purchase tickets for any of the Chargers’ 10 preseason or regular season home games at the team’s ticket office at Gate C at Qualcomm Stadium; online at Chargers.com; or by calling TicketMaster at 800-745-3000 or visiting any TicketMaster outlet in person.

For those who prefer to purchase tickets directly from the Chargers’ ticket office at Gate C at Qualcomm Stadium, the first 100 fans that buy tickets at the stadium on Saturday will receive a free 2010 Chargers yearbook autographed by one of the team’s players.

Media Alert: The best suggested time for b-roll of fans purchasing tickets would be 10:00-10:30 a.m. on Saturday.

Season tickets are also still available and can be purchased on Saturday. Season tickets are available at Chargers.com and at the ticket office at Qualcomm Stadium, which is open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fans can also purchase tickets over the phone by calling 1-877-CHARGERS.

SAN DIEGO CHARGERS 2010 HOME SCHEDULE

SAT. AUG. 14 CHICAGO BEARS 6:00 p.m.
SAT. AUG. 21 DALLAS COWBOYS 6:00 p.m.
SUN. SEP. 19 JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS 1:15 p.m.
SUN. OCT. 3 ARIZONA CARDINALS 1:15 p.m.
SUN. OCT. 24 NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS 1:15 p.m.
SUN. OCT. 31 TENNESSEE TITANS 1:05 p.m.
MON. NOV. 22 DENVER BRONCOS 5:30 p.m.
SUN. DEC. 5 OAKLAND RAIDERS 1:05 p.m.
SUN. DEC. 12 KANSAS CITY CHIEFS 1:15 p.m.
THU. DEC. 16 SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS 5:20 p.m. 

The San Diego Chargers announced today that six-time Pro Bowl tight end Antonio Gates has agreed to terms on a new contract through the 2015 season. Additional terms were not announced.

“Antonio is a special player and person. He is everything we are looking for in a Chargers player,” said General Manager A.J. Smith. “His talent and contributions to our team speak for themselves. His work ethic and desire to be the best are unmatched. He has been a major part of the success we have had over the past several years, and we are thrilled he will continue to be with us for years to come.”

The only current Charger named to the NFL’s All-Decade Team (2000-09) and one of the Chargers’ 50 Greatest Players of All-Time, Gates is one of the most-highly decorated tight ends to ever play the game. He had a memorable season in 2009, leading the team with 79 catches, racking up a career-best 1,157 yards, and scoring eight touchdowns. His 14.6 yards per catch average was the highest in the NFL among all tight ends.

Gates is a six-time Pro Bowler and a three-time All-Pro.

"I’ve been blessed my whole career to be with one team," Gates said. "It’s always good to get (the contract) out of the way. The goal is to win a championship. We all are human and it becomes a distraction even though you might not want it to be. It’s always great to be able to go ahead and do what you need to do and get it out of the way."

Since his rookie season of 2003, Gates leads all tight ends in touchdown catches (59). He ranks second in yards (6,223) and third in catches (479). Gates has led the Chargers in catches each of the last six seasons (2004-09).

There are presently seven modern-era tight ends enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Gates’ career touchdown total of 59 exceeds all seven. The Hall of Fame list includes former Charger Kellen Winslow, along with John Mackey, Ozzie Newsome, Dave Casper, Jackie Smith, Charlie Sanders and Mike Ditka.

Winslow has long been regarded as the greatest tight end in franchise history, yet Gates is on the verge of sharing or laying claim solely to that distinction. He heads into 2010 within range of Winslow’s career totals for receptions (541) and receiving yards (6,741). Gates needs just 62 catches and 518 yards to equal Winslow’s career statistics.

Adds Important NFL Team to Web Syndication Portfolio
Plantation, FL: Dreams, Inc. (NYSE Amex: DRJ), the vertically-integrated leader in the licensed sports products industry, announced that it is partnering with the San Diego Chargers for a five-year deal to coincide with the launch of the team’s new online fan shop, Shop.Chargers.com. The deal gives fans the extensive array of retail products and sports memorabilia that is the hallmark of Dreams, Inc. This alliance marks Dreams, Inc.’s second deal with an NFL team, following on the success of the company’s re-launch of the Official Philadelphia Eagles Online Store.
“It is a thrill to work with the professionals at the San Diego Chargers organization, and to provide them with the sophisticated technology that we have perfected over the years,” said Kevin Bates, Dreams Retail President and FansEdge Founder. “They recognized the benefits they could enjoy with our proprietary E-commerce technology, and understood how much of a positive impact we can have on their customer experience and bottom line.” The San Diego Chargers’ on-line store will launch on July 30, 2010. Among the numerous outstanding features are an expanded product assortment, product videos, lower shipping costs, more accurate search results, powerful product filtering features, new payment methods and extensive SEO improvements. In addition, the enhanced marketing opportunities associated with this venture will provide additional benefits to the Chargers organization.
“We’re excited to provide Dreams Retail’s extensive e-commerce experience and expertise for our fans,” said Chargers Executive Vice President & Executive Officer A. G. Spanos. “We believe Chargers fans worldwide will benefit from this new partnership.”
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Individual tickets to each of the Chargers’ eight regular-season home games go on sale at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 31.

Fans can purchase tickets for all 10 preseason and regular season games at the Chargers’ ticket office at Gate C at Qualcomm Stadium; online at Chargers.com; or by calling TicketMaster at 800-745-3000 or visiting any TicketMaster outlet.

For those who prefer to purchase tickets directly from the Chargers’ ticket office at Gate C at Qualcomm Stadium, the first 100 fans that buy tickets at the stadium will get a 2010 Chargers yearbook autographed by one of the players.

In the preseason opener on Aug. 14, the four-time defending AFC West champion Chargers will take on the Chicago Bears. The game also will feature the team’s annual salute to youth football in San Diego County.

On Saturday night, Aug. 21 the Bolts will host the Dallas Cowboys, who visit Qualcomm Stadium for the second preseason game. The Chargers defeated the Cowboys in Dallas last season, 20-17 in the brand-new Texas Stadium. The Cowboys game also marks the Chargers’ annual Salute to the Military – a fan favorite – which includes one of the top pregame and halftime shows of the year.

The regular-season gets underway in September and the Jacksonville Jaguars will storm in to town Sept. 19 for the regular season home opener. Running back Maurice Jones-Drew could provide an immediate test for the Chargers’ run defense anchored by veterans Stephen Cooper, Shawne Merriman and Luis Castillo.

The Arizona Cardinals, one of the most successful NFC franchises of late and a participant in Super Bowl XLIII in 2008, roll in to San Diego on Oct. 3. Wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald figures to be the featured weapon for former USC quarterback Matt Leinart, who enters his first season as the Cardinals’ starter.

Only two teams have a better record than San Diego since 2006. One of them, the New England Patriots, will visit America’s Finest City on Oct. 24 and it’s likely to be one of the year’s toughest tickets. Quarterback Tom Brady will attempt to match Chargers quarterback Philip Riversand the potent San Diego offense in what could be a classic matchup.

On Halloween Day, fans will get a treat when the Chargers host the Tennessee Titans and their record-setting running back, Chris Johnson. Johnson set an NFL record with 2,509 yards in 2009, but the Bolts got the better of last season’s meeting, topping Tennessee, 42-17, in a special Christmas night matchup at LP Field.

The Chargers have been a staple in the NFL playoffs five of the last six seasons because of their dominance in the AFC West. Starting on Nov. 22 against Denver, the Chargers will play their next three home games against AFC West foes. After the Broncos game, the Chargers will face the Oakland Raiders and their new starting quarterback, Jason Campbell during their Alumni Weekend on Dec. 5. And a week later (Dec. 12), the Chargers will host Kansas City and their newly formed running back tandem of Thomas Jones and Jamaal Charles.

The Chargers will close out the home schedule with a special Thursday night game against San Francisco on Dec. 16. The 49ers have steadily improved under the direction of Mike Singletary and could be positioning themselves for a playoff run when they face the Chargers.

Season tickets are available as well at Chargers.com and the ticket office, which is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, or by calling 1-877-CHARGERS.

The San Diego Chargers were notified today by the National Football League that wide receiver Vincent Jackson will miss the first three regular-season games of 2010 for violating the NFL Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse.  The following statement was issued today by an NFL spokesperson:

“Vincent Jackson of the San Diego Chargers has been suspended without pay for the first three games of the 2010 regular season for violating the NFL Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse.

“Jackson’s suspension begins on Saturday, September 4.  He will be eligible to return to the Chargers’ active roster on Monday, September 27 following the team’sSeptember 26 game against the Seattle Seahawks.

“Jackson is eligible to participate in all preseason practices and games.”

Note: The NFL Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse is posted on nflmedia.com.  From the home page, click on "Resources" and then "About the NFL."

Chargers General Manager A.J. Smithissued the following statement:  “Obviously we’re disappointed.  Vincent made a mistake and now must deal with the consequences.  It’s unfortunate, but we’ll deal with it and move on.”

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The Chargers have agreed to four-year contracts with third-round draft pick Donald Butler and fifth-round pick Cam Thomas.

The Chargers now have signed or agreed to contracts with five of their six draft picks three weeks before training camp begins in full. First-round choice Ryan Mathews is the remaining unsigned pick.

Butler, a 6-foot-1, 248-pound inside linebacker, earned second-team All-Pac-10 honors as a senior at Washington. He made 91 tackles, one sack, forced three fumbles and intercepted two passes. Butler led all linebackers at the NFL Combine, where he bench pressed 225 pounds 35 times.

Thomas, the 6-foot-4, 335-pound defensive tackle out of North Carolina, made 23 tackles last season, blocked a kick and was credited with three quarterback pressures. Thomas earned a Senior Bowl invitation following the season and sacked Oklahoma State quarterback Zac Robinson during the All-Star game. 

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A public celebration of the life of San Diego State and San Diego Chargers Head Coach Don Coryell will take place Monday, July 12 at 2 pm at the Viejas Arena at San Diego State University. Featured speakers scheduled to participate in the celebration of Coach Coryell’s life include NFL Hall of Fame members Dan Fouts, John Madden and Joe Gibbs, along with San Diego State and NFL alum Fred Dryer, and former Chargers and Aztecs assistant coach Jim Hanifan. Long-time friends and those who knew him best will share their fondest memories and stories of how the coaching legend impacted so many lives.

The Celebration is free open to the public.

In lieu of flowers and to honor Coach Coryell’s living legacy, donations may be made to the Don Coryell Scholarship Endowment at San Diego State Universityand mailed to:

The Campanile Foundation
Attn: Don Coryell Scholarship Fund
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-4313
Tax ID #33-0868418

For additional information on the Scholarship Endowment as well as the Celebration of Don Coryell’s Life, contact Bob Moosbrugger at bobm@mail.sdsu.eduor 619-594-0291.

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A Celebration of Life of San Diego State and San Diego Chargers Head Coach Don Coryell will take place Monday, July 12 at 2 pm at the Viejas Arena at San Diego State University. Long-time friends and those who knew him best will share their fondest memories and stories of how the coaching legend impacted so many lives. The Celebration is open to the public.

In lieu of flowers and to honor Coach Coryell’s living legacy, donations may be made to the Don Coryell Scholarship Endowment at San Diego State University and mailed to:

The Campanile Foundation
Attn: Don Coryell Scholarship Fund
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-4313
Tax ID #33-0868418

For additional information on the Scholarship Endowment as well as the Celebration of Don Coryell’s Life, contact Bob Moosbrugger at bobm@mail.sdsu.edu or 619-594-0291.

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Legendary San Diego Chargers Head Coach Don Coryell, the man who revolutionized the forward passing game and later earned the nickname “Air Coryell,” passed away on Thursday afternoon at the age of 85.

Coryell had battled a lengthy illness and died at 3:15 pm surrounded by family at Grossmont Hospital in La Mesa, California.

“We are terribly saddened by the passing of Coach Coryell,” said Chargers President Dean Spanos. “He revolutionized the game of football, not only in San Diego, but throughout the entire NFL. Don Coryell was a legend not only with the Chargers but throughout San Diego. Though unfortunately he did not live long enough to see it, hopefully one day his bust will find its proper place in Pro Football’s Hall of Fame. He will be missed.”

The Chargers’ head coach from 1978-86, Coryell compiled a record of 72-60. His teams won three division titles, played in four divisional playoff games and two AFC Championship Games. With the Chargers, Coryell oversaw one of one of the most exciting teams ever seen in professional football. His ground-breaking approach to the passing game completely transformed the Chargers'offensive attack and revolutionized scoring in the NFL. Coryell won AFC coach of Year honors from the Professional Football Writers of America in 1979. He was inducted into the Chargers Hall of Fame in 1994 and selected as one of the 50 Greatest Chargers of All-Time in 2010.

Funeral arrangements are pending.