The Los Angeles Chargers made two major coordinator hires this offseason, bringing in Mike McDaniel to run the offense and bringing back Chris O’Leary as defensive coordinator. Naturally, McDaniel’s arrival has generated most of the buzz. Pairing an innovative offensive mind with Justin Herbert is going to grab attention, and rightfully so. But while the offense may be the flashier storyline, the Chargers’ defense could quietly be just as critical to the team’s success in 2026.
