Derwin James Jr.

Derwin James signed a three-year extension for $25.2 million per year with the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

James' newest extension also features $57.5 million of guaranteed money. He will continue to be the focal point of the Charger defense going forward, coming off a second-team All-Pro season last year. James has developed into a safety-linebacker hybrid throughout his career and totaled 94 tackles last season.

The Chargers plan to work on an extension with S Derwin James Jr. after the NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact

James is entering the last year of the four-year extension he signed with the team in 2022. He totaled 94 tackles with three interceptions, two sacks, and a forced fumble in a second-team All-Pro season last year.

Derwin James suffered a “minor injury” earlier this week.

Fantasy Impact

James suffered the injury “earlier in the week prior to reporting to the Fanatics Flag Football Classic. He was set to play for Team Wildcat in the event. There should be further clarification on the injury.

Derwin James Jr. was a full participant at practice on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

James logged a limited practice on Wednesday before getting in a full practice on Thursday. He won't miss any time despite suffering an ankle sprain last week.

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh said he expects Derwin James Jr. to practice on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

James was believed to come out of last week's win over the Vikings with a low-ankle sprain. He'll have a chance to not miss any time.