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The Chargers named veteran defensive coach John Pagano the team’s new defensive coordinator, replacing Greg Manusky, who was released earlier in the day.
Reported by Chargers.com
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Pagano spent the last 10 seasons on San Diego’s staff and has coached linebackers since 2005, helping develop Shaun Phillips and Shawne Merriman among other players, most recently Antwan Barnes and Donald Butler. “John has worked extremely hard and been very patient to get this opportunity,” HC Norv Turner said. “I’m excited about John’s experience with this defense, his familiarity with our team and where we can go with his direction. ...” Pagano’s group of linebackers accounted for 27 of the team’s 47 sacks in 2010 and the linebackers helped hold 10 of 16 opponents to less than 100 rushing yards. Don’t expect any special signature to Pagano’s defense. He wants to ensure the players execute well and help the team reach those goals. “We’re going to go out and play fundamentally sound defense,” Pagano said. “It’s still about tackling the guy with the football and getting after the quarterback and covering people downfield. We’re going to do what we need to do to help the Chargers win football games.”
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