- Stephen Anderson
- #82
- Team LAC
- Pos TE
- Status AActive
- Manager FA
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Back with Bolts
Anderson re-signed with the Chargers on Monday.
Analysis: Anderson will return for a third straight season with the Chargers. Hunter Henry's departure could open up increased depth opportunities for Anderson, though Jared Cook and Donald Parham both are a notch above him in the tight end pecking order.
Published: Mon, Mar 22 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Does not receive tender
The Chargers have opted not to tender Anderson as a restricted free agent, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Although Anderson was not tendered, the Chargers are still hopeful they can bring him back. He recorded 106 yards on eight receptions across 16 games in 2020.
Published: Sat, Mar 13 at 7:23am by Rotowire.com
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Nets 52 yards in win
Anderson caught all three of his targets for 52 yards in Sunday's 38-21 win over the Chiefs.
Analysis: The little-used tight end again put together a commendable performance with Hunter Henry on the reserve/COVID-19 list, nearly doubling his season total in receiving yards. A restricted free agent this offseason, it's entirely possible the Chargers could opt to bring back Anderson to pair as depth with Donald Parham, and the two could be pushed into an even more prominent role in the event the Chargers are unable to come to a long-term deal with Henry, who played the 2020 season on a franchise…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 9:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes impact in win
Anderson caught four of six targets for 48 yards in Sunday's 19-16 win over the Broncos.
Analysis: With Hunter Henry on the COVID-19 list, Anderson emerged as a surprising threat at tight end, with his 23-yard catch-and-run in the third quarter helping to set up a field goal. The 27-year-old had only two targets all season coming into Sunday, but if Henry is forced to miss the Chargers' finale as well, Anderson might be productive again in Week 17 against a Kansas City team that could be resting key personnel after clinching the AFC's No. 1 seed.
Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 7:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Secures first catch
Anderson caught one of two targets for six yards during Sunday's loss to New England.
Analysis: It's the first time all season the 27-year-old has been targeted, and he took advantage with his first catch since 2017. Anderson should continue to fill a reserve role at tight end behind Hunter Henry and Donald Parham.
Published: Tue, Dec 8 at 5:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Signs reserve/future contract
Anderson signed a reserve/future contract with the Chargers on Monday.
Analysis: Anderson spent the majority of the season on the Chargers' practice squad. He was activated for one game, but only played on special teams. The 26-year-old tight end has spent time with the Chargers, Patriots and Texans during his tenure in the league.
Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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