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Joey Bosa explains why Derwin James shouldn't be on field and why Chargers need him on it

LOS ANGELES — Two years ago, Joey Bosa agreed to his contract extension on the day veterans reported to Chargers training camp. Now, he's watching as teammate Derwin James Jr.'s situation is unsettled two days into practice. James was on the field again Thursday in Costa Mesa but remained a nonparticipant in drills. "He's, I think, doing the right thing," Bosa said. "He obviously deserves ...
In this photo from November 14, 2021, Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. warms up with teammates hours before a game against the Minnesota Vikings at SoFi Stadium.

LOS ANGELES — Two years ago, Joey Bosa agreed to his contract extension on the day veterans reported to Chargers training camp.

Now, he's watching as teammate Derwin James Jr.'s situation is unsettled two days into practice.

James was on the field again Thursday in Costa Mesa but remained a nonparticipant in drills.

"He's, I think, doing the right thing," Bosa said. "He obviously deserves whatever he's gonna get. He puts in 100 percent every single day. He's just making the best decision for him right now.

"But the fact that

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