Chargers shut down both Broncos' QBs to grab control in AFC West

Philip Rivers and a dominant defense led the Chargers into sole possession of first place in the AFC West with a 32-3 drubbing of the Denver Broncos, who couldn't move the ball effectively behind either QB.

Broncos don't bait Chargers this time

...Diego's players got heated when Denver pulled the stunt on their field. San Diego linebacker Shawne Merriman called the move disrespectful. Denver has huddled near the other team several times this season

Final Word: AFC West

...After the game, many San Diego players expressed displeasure with the Broncos' antics. San Diego linebacker Shawne Merriman said he'd see the Broncos again and make them aware of their disrespectful actions. On...

Week 11 inactives

Tristan H. Cockcroft provides "live" reports and analysis on Week 11 inactives.

Evening AFC West news and notes

...out of practice Thursday for the second straight day. Tight end Antonio Gates (foot) and linebacker Shawne Merriman (foot) both practiced Thursday after being held out Wednesday. Kansas City linebacker Mike Vrabel did not...

Hardwick (ankle) misses practice

Chargers center Nick Hardwick will not play against the Broncos on Sunday in the showdown between AFC West leaders in Denver.

Evening AFC West news and notes

...practice Wednesday. The missing players included tight end Antonio Gates (foot), center Nick Hardwick (ankle), linebacker Shawne Merriman (foot ) and linebacker Shaun Phillips (ankle). San Diego put linebacker Jyles Tucker on injured reserve Wednesday...

Countdown Daily Huddle: AFC West

John Clayton gives you the latest news from each team in the AFC West

At This Hour Noon et: Lights Out, Bills QB Situation, Ovie's Return

Robert Benson/US Presswire Reality TV personality Tila Tequila has filed a lawsuit against Shawne Merriman over assault accusations from a September incident in which the Chargers linebacker wasn't charged with...

Tequila files suit vs. Merriman

Reality TV personality Tila Tequila has filed a lawsuit against Shawne Merriman over assault accusations from a September incident for which the San Diego Chargers linebacker wasn't charged with a crime.

...Chiefs running back Larry Johnson (27) tries to escape the tackle of San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman (56) and safety Kevin Ellison (25) in the second half at Arrowhead Stadium. San Diego won...

Scouts Buzz: Crabtree is a special talent

Scouts Inc. examines Michael Crabtree's star potential, the Bears' pass protection issues and more.

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Falling Broncos, rising Chargers to collide

After the Denver Broncos outclassed the San Diego Chargers at home on Oct. 19, Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman remained calm. We'll see those guys again, Merriman said. This thing isn't over. The...

San Diego's Merriman and Phillips to play

San Diego linebackers Shawne Merriman and Shaun Phillips are active and are expected to play Sunday against visiting Philadelphia. Both players...

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb throws under pressure from San Diego Chargers Shawne Merriman during the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009 in San Diego...