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The Los Angeles Chargers, one of the NFLs wealthiest teams, are adopting a cautious approach to spending this offseason, aiming to avoid costly mistakes in free agency and the draft. General manager Joe Hortiz and head coach Jim Harbaugh, who joined the team in January 2024, have led the Chargers to the Wild Card round in the playoffs for two consecutive years. However, their frugal moves have put quarterback Justin Herbert under heavy pressure without sufficient protection or weapons. Fans and analysts see this as a double-edged sword, as while it reduces risks, it also limits the teams potential. Despite early exits from the playoffs, firing Hortiz or Harbaugh seems unlikely for now, but another shallow playoff showing after 2026 could spark changes. The Chargers face the challenge of balancing smart spending with the need to push harder toward contention next season.

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