Show notes
Daniel Wade and David Droegemeier break down the Chargers' salary cap situation and how the team could free up even more money heading into the offseason. The conversation opens with a look at Los Angeles' projected cap space—already one of the league’s best—but with several potential roster cuts, they could top $100 million to spend. The hosts dive into likely cap casualties like Mekhi Becton and Bradley Bozeman, examining both their struggles on the field and why they aren’t fits in Mike McDaniel’s new offense. The discussion also covers Will Dissly’s uncertain future and reviews performance metrics to decide whether to keep or move on from him.Shifting to the defensive side, they address why releasing Bud Dupree seems inevitable and debate whether punter J.K. Scott’s skill set still warrants his contract. They don’t just talk about cuts, though—extension conversations heat up around stars like Tuli Tuipulotu, with speculation on what a long-term deal could look like given his production and age, as well as options for extending Derwin James and cornerback Donte Jackson. Throughout, the guys leverage advanced stats, contract details, and coaching changes to plot the team’s path forward. The episode wraps with an invite to fans for Fan Mail Friday, giving listeners a role in the offseason discussion.Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!TurboTaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.FanDuelThe Winter Games are on. And there’s no better way to follow them than with a bet on FanDuel. FanDuel - Play your game. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/lockedonnfl. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.