Los Angeles Chargers star Derwin James has no plans to change his stubborn style of play on the football field, despite being penalized for several hits this season.
James is scheduled to return next week when the Chargers play the Denver Broncos on the road. Los Angeles received a bye this week, and James was suspended for the game against the Kansas City Chiefs for “repeated violations of playing rules” regarding player safety.
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September 22, 2024. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. (3) sacks Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields (2) during the third quarter at Acresure Stadium. (Charles LeClair Iman Images)
The veteran defensive back was suspended for a hit on Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth in Week 2. Even with the suspension, James made it clear he wouldn't change his approach – except perhaps to target the lower body of his opponents.
“No, that doesn't change—” he said, Via ESPN. “Nothing is going to stay the same. Like I said, I'm just going down. I'm not going to change.”
“I'm going to play my style, but like I said, I'm just going to go low,” he added.
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June 13, 2024. Costa Mesa, California. Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. (3) attends a press conference during minicamp at the Hogue Performance Center. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)
Even without James, Los Angeles held the Chiefs to 17 points in the loss. The team ranks first in points allowed and seventh in yards allowed.
James has 21 tackles and one sack in three games.
He has been selected to the Pro Bowl three times and was also selected as an All-Pro as a rookie.
September 8, 2024. Inglewood, California. Las Vegas Raiders running back Zamir White (left) is seen being tackled by Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. (3) during the second half at SoFi Stadium. (Kirby Lee Iman image)
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Last season, he had a career-high 125 tackles. He also recorded two tackles and one interception.
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