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Derwin James Jr. Is the Ultimate Safety
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- Jun 25, 2026
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- 115
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Summary
Derwin James Jr. just made The Athletic’s top ten most versatile players list—and for good reason. Since being drafted in 2018, he’s evolved into a defensive force who does it all: 94 tackles, 7 passes defended, 2 sacks, 6 tackles for loss last season, plus 3 interceptions tying his career high. He’s shifted closer to the line of scrimmage, becoming a disruptive force with 7 sacks, 16 TFLs, and 4 interceptions in the last two seasons. PFF confirms he’s spending 419 snaps near the line—maximizing his impact. After injury struggles, he’s been a consistent anchor, playing 16 games in each of the last three seasons. With five interceptions, 21 passes defended, 9.5 sacks, and 21 TFLs, James proves he’s a nightmare for offenses—able to rush, cover, and drop back—making him the Chargers’ true defensive cornerstone. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ba8041d64f3ca706