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2025 Fantasy Outlook
There was no doubt that James would remain a key part of the Chargers' defense under a new coaching staff in 2024, though his versatility did create some questions about exactly how he would be deployed by coach Jim Harbaugh. His usage in terms of run defense versus coverage remained similar to past years, though he played a career-high 250 snaps in the slot while playing his fewest snaps at free safety since his rookie season. That led to more limited tackle output, though James was used creatively as a blitzer to pick up 5.5 sacks. With Elijah Molden and Alohi Gilman still in the mix, the Chargers will once again have the ability to use James all over the field - but that's not necessarily a positive for his fantasy value. Read Past Outlooks
Signed a four-year, $76.53 million contract with the Chargers in August of 2022.
Seven tackles in loss
James recorded seven total tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 38-24 loss to the Colts.
ANALYSIS
James remained rather busy in Week 7, compiling at least seven tackles for the fifth time in seven games this season. The safety has now registered 49 total tackles (28 solo), including 1.5 sacks, while also adding three passes defensed --one of which was an interception -- this year.
James remained rather busy in Week 7, compiling at least seven tackles for the fifth time in seven games this season. The safety has now registered 49 total tackles (28 solo), including 1.5 sacks, while also adding three passes defensed --one of which was an interception -- this year.
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Measurables Review
How do Derwin James' measurables compare to other safeties?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
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215 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.47 secVertical Jump
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There's never been much doubt about James' ability to impact the game when on the field, but the problem has been keeping him off the injury report. He's missed at least one game in each of the last four seasons and multiple games on three occasions. The 2023 campaign was among his healthiest, and James delivered a career-high 125 total tackles while also showing off some of his ability as a dynamic playmaker with a pair of sacks, seven passes defensed and an interception. Though the arrival of Jim Harbaugh may bring question marks to the offensive side of the ball, he should have a major positive effect on the defense, with James being in the center of his plans. Even after baking in a few missed games, James' skill and situation is setting up for a very productive campaign so long as he can avoid significant injury.
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Upgrades to full practice Thursday
James (wrist) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
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Able to log limited practice
James (wrist) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.
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Nursing wrist injury
James underwent X-rays on his wrist following the Chargers' 29-27 win over the Dolphins on Sunday, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
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Seals win with INT against Miami
James notched five tackles (one solo) and an interception Sunday in a 29-27 win over the Dolphins.
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Three tackles in loss
James recorded three total tackles (two solo) in Sunday's 27-10 loss to Washington.
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Coach disagrees with suspension
Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh said Wednesday that he disagreed with the NFL's decision to suspend James for his hit to the head of Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth in Week 3, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
James was flagged for unnecessary roughness and then handed a one-game suspension that was upheld on appeal this week. However, Harbaugh confirmed Wednesday that he wasn't upset with James, adding that Freiermuth changing course during the play caused James to eventually have contact with the tight end's head. Harbaugh also stated that James -- whose seven unnecessary roughness penalties since he entered the league in 2018 are the second most in that span -- has made a concerted effort to avoid any further issues and even reached out to officials on his own this past summer to get a better understanding of the current rules.
James was flagged for unnecessary roughness and then handed a one-game suspension that was upheld on appeal this week. However, Harbaugh confirmed Wednesday that he wasn't upset with James, adding that Freiermuth changing course during the play caused James to eventually have contact with the tight end's head. Harbaugh also stated that James -- whose seven unnecessary roughness penalties since he entered the league in 2018 are the second most in that span -- has made a concerted effort to avoid any further issues and even reached out to officials on his own this past summer to get a better understanding of the current rules.