Daiyan Henley showcases the Chargers' new practice jerseys adorned with patches symbolizing players' accomplishments. Jim Harbaugh, in his second season as head coach, introduced these patches as part of creating a strong team culture. Each patch represents significant achievements like playoff wins, records, and awards. Derwin James Jr. is the only player to hold one of each patch, emphasizing camaraderie and competition among teammates. These patches serve as both recognition of individual success and a bond that fosters team spirit inside the locker room.
Entering his second season at the helm as training camp begins Thursday, Jim Harbaugh is firmly woven into the fabric of the Chargers organization. The coach responsible for the franchise's best single-season turnaround in 20 years was the mastermind behind the team's new practice jersey patches.
The patches represent eight accomplishments: Playoff wins, Chargers records, NFL records, All-Pro seasons, seasons as a team captain, Walter Payton Man of the Year, the NFL's Ed Block Courage Award, and the block of granite award determined by the Chargers strength and conditioning staff.
The four-time team captain's right chest is plastered with three playoff appearances, three Chargers records, three NFL records, two nominations for man of the year, four All-Pro honors and one each of the courage and block of granite awards.
At the end of the day, we're all professionals, this is a professional league, but [the patches] kind of keep us connected and get a little bragging rights in the locker room.
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