Is the Shawne Merriman era nearly over in San Diego? At least one person close to the team thinks so.

A day at the San Diego Chargers’ training camp revealed a focused Philip Rivers, an aggressive defense, some impressive rookies on both sides of the ball, and more. Pat Kirwan offers his observations.

First-round draft pick Larry English and the San Diego Chargers have agreed to contract terms, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. Specifics of the deal were not immediately available.

Northern Illinois was among three teams holding pro day workouts on Friday, and that meant DE/LB Larry English (6-2 1/2, 251 pounds) was front and center. Gil Brandt also has updates on Mississippi State and Utah State.