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Apr 19, 2017 at 07:41 AM

Pro Bowlers Chargers Set to Face in 2017

The Bolts are set to face a whopping 57 Pro Bowlers in 2017.

Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy runs for yardage in action against the Oakland Raiders during an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. The Raiders won the game, 38-24. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP)
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Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy runs for yardage in action against the Oakland Raiders during an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. The Raiders won the game, 38-24. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP)

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Buffalo Bills defensive end Kyle Williams (95) lines up against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Bill Wippert)
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Buffalo Bills defensive end Kyle Williams (95) lines up against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Bill Wippert)

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Buffalo Bills linebacker Lorenzo Alexander (57) pass rushes during an NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, Nov. 7, 2016, in Seattle, Wash. The Seahawks won the game, 31-25. (Greg Trott via AP)
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Buffalo Bills linebacker Lorenzo Alexander (57) pass rushes during an NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, Nov. 7, 2016, in Seattle, Wash. The Seahawks won the game, 31-25. (Greg Trott via AP)

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Buffalo Bills offensive guard Richie Incognito (64) leads blocking against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half of their NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Nov. 29, 2015. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
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Buffalo Bills offensive guard Richie Incognito (64) leads blocking against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half of their NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Nov. 29, 2015. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)

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Carolina Panthers fullback Mike Tolbert (35) rushes during the game against the Washington Redskins, Monday, December 19, 2016 Landover, MD. The Panthers defeated the Redskins 26-15. (Al Tielemans via AP Images)
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Carolina Panthers fullback Mike Tolbert (35) rushes during the game against the Washington Redskins, Monday, December 19, 2016 Landover, MD. The Panthers defeated the Redskins 26-15. (Al Tielemans via AP Images)

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Denver Broncos Chris Harris Jr. (25) plays against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla., Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. (Tom DiPace via AP)
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Denver Broncos Chris Harris Jr. (25) plays against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla., Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016.

(Tom DiPace via AP)

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Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) drops into coverage in action against the Tennessee Titans Sunday December 11, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
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Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) drops into coverage in action against the Tennessee Titans Sunday December 11, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)

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Denver Broncos receiver Demaryius Thomas runs a pass route in action against the Oakland Raiders during an NFL football game on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017 in Denver. The Broncos won the game 24-6. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP)
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Denver Broncos receiver Demaryius Thomas runs a pass route in action against the Oakland Raiders during an NFL football game on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017 in Denver. The Broncos won the game 24-6. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP)

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Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) runs the ball defended by Jacksonville Jaguars outside linebacker Telvin Smith (50) during the second half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla., Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (10) runs the ball defended by Jacksonville Jaguars outside linebacker Telvin Smith (50) during the second half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla., Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)

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Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller plays against the Tennessee Titans in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Weston Kenney)
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Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller plays against the Tennessee Titans in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Weston Kenney)

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Cleveland Browns offensive lineman Joe Thomas (73) run blocks in action against the Washington Redskins on Sunday October 2, 2016 at FedExField in Landover, Md. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP Images)
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Cleveland Browns offensive lineman Joe Thomas (73) run blocks in action against the Washington Redskins on Sunday October 2, 2016 at FedExField in Landover, Md. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP Images)

Damian Strohmeyer
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

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Kansas City Chiefs linebacker D.J. Alexander (57) runs in pursuit during a week 3 preseason NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016, in Chicago. The Chiefs won 23-7. (Scott Boehm via AP)
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Kansas City Chiefs linebacker D.J. Alexander (57) runs in pursuit during a week 3 preseason NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016, in Chicago. The Chiefs won 23-7. (Scott Boehm via AP)

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Kansas City Chiefs punter Dustin Colquitt (2) punts the football during a week 3 preseason NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016, in Chicago. The Chiefs won 23-7. (Scott Boehm via AP)
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Kansas City Chiefs punter Dustin Colquitt (2) punts the football during a week 3 preseason NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016, in Chicago. The Chiefs won 23-7. (Scott Boehm via AP)

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Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Eric Berry (29) runs the ball after interception against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
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Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Eric Berry (29) runs the ball after interception against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

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Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Marcus Peters (22) runs the ball after an interception during an NFL football Wild Card playoff game against the Houston Texans on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016 in Houston. (Peter Read Miller via AP)
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Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Marcus Peters (22) runs the ball after an interception during an NFL football Wild Card playoff game against the Houston Texans on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016 in Houston. (Peter Read Miller via AP)

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Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) vaults Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons (31) during the second half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
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Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) vaults Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons (31) during the second half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) runs the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) runs the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

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Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake (91) during an NFL regular season game against the New York Jets on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Dolphins won, 34-13. (Ric Tapia via AP)
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Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake (91) during an NFL regular season game against the New York Jets on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Dolphins won, 34-13. (Ric Tapia via AP)

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Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jarvis Landry (14) receives a pass during an NFL football game against the New York Jets at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2015. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
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Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jarvis Landry (14) receives a pass during an NFL football game against the New York Jets at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2015. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)

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Miami Dolphins Jay Ajayi (23) runs the ball during a game against the New England Patriots on January 1, 2017 in Miami Gardens, Florida. ( Tom DiPace via AP)
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Miami Dolphins Jay Ajayi (23) runs the ball during a game against the New England Patriots on January 1, 2017 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

( Tom DiPace via AP)

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Miami Dolphins Ndamukong Suh (93) during of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Tom DiPace via AP)
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Miami Dolphins Ndamukong Suh (93) during of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016, in Miami Gardens, Fla.

(Tom DiPace via AP)

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Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (43) returns a punt for a touchdown during the game against the Washington Redskins, Sunday, December 11, 2016 Philadelphia. The Redskins defeated the Eagles 27-22. (Al Tielemans via AP Images)
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Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (43) returns a punt for a touchdown during the game against the Washington Redskins, Sunday, December 11, 2016 Philadelphia. The Redskins defeated the Eagles 27-22. (Al Tielemans via AP Images)

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Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Fletcher Cox (91) rushes against the Washington Redskins, Sunday October 4, 2015, Landover, MD. The Redskins defeated the Eagles 23-20. (Al Tielemans via AP Images)
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Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Fletcher Cox (91) rushes against the Washington Redskins, Sunday October 4, 2015, Landover, MD. The Redskins defeated the Eagles 23-20. (Al Tielemans via AP Images)

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Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce (62) prepares for the snap during the game against the New York Giants, Sunday Nov. 6, 2016, Secaucus, NJ. The Giants defeated the Eagles 28-23. (Al Tielemans via AP Images)
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Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce (62) prepares for the snap during the game against the New York Giants, Sunday Nov. 6, 2016, Secaucus, NJ. The Giants defeated the Eagles 28-23. (Al Tielemans via AP Images)

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Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Jason Peters (71) run blocks in action against the Pittsburgh Steelers Sunday September 25, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pa. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
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Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Jason Peters (71) run blocks in action against the Pittsburgh Steelers Sunday September 25, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pa. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)

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Oakland Raiders offensive tackle Donald Penn sets up to block in action against the Denver Broncos during an NFL football game on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017 in Denver. The Broncos won the game 24-6. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP)
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Oakland Raiders offensive tackle Donald Penn sets up to block in action against the Denver Broncos during an NFL football game on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017 in Denver. The Broncos won the game 24-6. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP)

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Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper (89) during an AFC Wild Card NFL football game against the Houston Texans on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017 in Houston. The Texans won, 27-14. (Ric Tapia via AP)
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Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper (89) during an AFC Wild Card NFL football game against the Houston Texans on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017 in Houston. The Texans won, 27-14. (Ric Tapia via AP)

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Oakland Raiders free safety Reggie Nelson (27) in coverage during an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016 in San Diego. Oakland won 19-16. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
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Oakland Raiders free safety Reggie Nelson (27) in coverage during an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016 in San Diego. Oakland won 19-16. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)

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Oakland Raiders defensive end Khalil Mack (52) during an AFC Wild Card NFL football game against the Houston Texans on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017 in Houston. The Texans won, 27-14. (Ric Tapia via AP)
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Oakland Raiders defensive end Khalil Mack (52) during an AFC Wild Card NFL football game against the Houston Texans on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017 in Houston. The Texans won, 27-14. (Ric Tapia via AP)

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Oakland Raiders center Rodney Hudson (61) prepares to snap the football during an NFL game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, November 27, 2016. The Raiders defeated the Panthers 35-32. (Kevin Terrell via AP)
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Oakland Raiders center Rodney Hudson (61) prepares to snap the football during an NFL game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, November 27, 2016. The Raiders defeated the Panthers 35-32. (Kevin Terrell via AP)

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Oakland Raiders offensive lineman Kelechi Osemele (70) waits for the snap during an NFL game against the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, in Oakland, Calif. The Raiders won the game, 33-25. (Greg Trott via AP)
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Oakland Raiders offensive lineman Kelechi Osemele (70) waits for the snap during an NFL game against the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, in Oakland, Calif. The Raiders won the game, 33-25. (Greg Trott via AP)

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Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) drops back to pass against the Indianapolis Colts during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
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Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) drops back to pass against the Indianapolis Colts during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)

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Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson (84) makes a reception against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
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Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson (84) makes a reception against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

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Washington Redskins guard Brandon Scherff (75) blocks during a week 16 NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, in Chicago. The Redskins won 41-21. (Scott Boehm via AP)
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Washington Redskins guard Brandon Scherff (75) blocks during a week 16 NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, in Chicago. The Redskins won 41-21. (Scott Boehm via AP)

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Washington Redskins tight end Jordan Reed celebrates his touchdown catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
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Washington Redskins tight end Jordan Reed celebrates his touchdown catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

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Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) passes during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
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Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) passes during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

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Washington Redskins outside linebacker Ryan Kerrigan (91) is seen in action during an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016 in Landover, Md. Green Bay won 35-18. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
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Washington Redskins outside linebacker Ryan Kerrigan (91) is seen in action during an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016 in Landover, Md. Green Bay won 35-18. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)

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Washington Redskins offensive lineman Trent Williams (71) pass blocks in action against the Miami Dolphins Sunday September 13, 2015 in Landover, Md. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
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Washington Redskins offensive lineman Trent Williams (71) pass blocks in action against the Miami Dolphins Sunday September 13, 2015 in Landover, Md. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)

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Buffalo Bills inside linebacker Zach Brown (53) tackles Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) during the first half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Bill Wippert)
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Buffalo Bills inside linebacker Zach Brown (53) tackles Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) during the first half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Bill Wippert)

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Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Tyron Smith (77) sets up to block during the 2016 NFL week 16 regular season game against the Detroit Lions, Monday, Dec. 26, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys defeated the Lions, 42-21. (James D. Smith via AP)
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Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Tyron Smith (77) sets up to block during the 2016 NFL week 16 regular season game against the Detroit Lions, Monday, Dec. 26, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys defeated the Lions, 42-21. (James D. Smith via AP)

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Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) during an NFL Divisional Round Playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017 in Arlington, TX. The Packers won, 34-31. (Ric Tapia via AP)
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Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) during an NFL Divisional Round Playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017 in Arlington, TX. The Packers won, 34-31. (Ric Tapia via AP)

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) looks to pass during an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017, in Arlington, Texas. The Packers defeated the Cowboys, 34-31. (Tom DiPace via AP)
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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) looks to pass during an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017, in Arlington, Texas. The Packers defeated the Cowboys, 34-31. (Tom DiPace via AP)

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Dallas Cowboys linebacker Sean Lee (50) pursues the play during the 2016 NFL week 16 regular season game against the Detroit Lions, Monday, Dec. 26, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys defeated the Lions, 42-21. (James D. Smith via AP)
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Dallas Cowboys linebacker Sean Lee (50) pursues the play
during the 2016 NFL week 16 regular season game against the Detroit Lions, Monday, Dec. 26, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys defeated the Lions, 42-21. (James D. Smith via AP)

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Dallas Cowboys guard Zack Martin (70) and Dallas Cowboys center Travis Frederick (72) during an NFL Divisional Round Playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017 in Arlington, TX. The Packers won, 34-31. (Ric Tapia via AP)
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Dallas Cowboys guard Zack Martin (70) and Dallas Cowboys center Travis Frederick (72) during an NFL Divisional Round Playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017 in Arlington, TX. The Packers won, 34-31. (Ric Tapia via AP)

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Dallas Cowboys guard Zack Martin (70) lines up on the line of scrimmage during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions on Monday, Dec. 26, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. Dallas won 42-21. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
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Dallas Cowboys guard Zack Martin (70) lines up on the line of scrimmage during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions on Monday, Dec. 26, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. Dallas won 42-21. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) catches and runs the football during an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017, in Arlington, Texas. The Packers defeated the Cowboys, 34-31. (Ryan Kang via AP)
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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) catches and runs the football during an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017, in Arlington, Texas. The Packers defeated the Cowboys, 34-31. (Ryan Kang via AP)

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New York Giants strong safety Landon Collins (21) in coverage during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016 in Philadelphia. Philadelphia won 24-19. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
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New York Giants strong safety Landon Collins (21) in coverage during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016 in Philadelphia. Philadelphia won 24-19. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)

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New York Giants wide receiver Dwayne Harris (17) warms up before play against the Green Bay Packers during an NFL football NFC wildcard playoff game Jan. 8, 2017 in Green Bay, Wis. (Al Messerschmidt via AP)
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New York Giants wide receiver Dwayne Harris (17) warms up before play against the Green Bay Packers during an NFL football NFC wildcard playoff game Jan. 8, 2017 in Green Bay, Wis. (Al Messerschmidt via AP)

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December 18, 2016, New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr, (13) reaches the ball over the goal line for a touchdown during the NFL game between the Detroit Lions and the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The New York Giants won 17-6. Christopher Szagola/CSM (Cal Sport Media via AP Images)
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December 18, 2016, New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr, (13) reaches the ball over the goal line for a touchdown during the NFL game between the Detroit Lions and the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The New York Giants won 17-6. Christopher Szagola/CSM (Cal Sport Media via AP Images)

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) fumbles the ball during the second half of an NFL football game as New York Giants' Janoris Jenkins (20) defends Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) fumbles the ball during the second half of an NFL football game as New York Giants' Janoris Jenkins (20) defends Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

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New York Jets defensive tackle Leonard Williams (92) during an NFL regular season game against the Miami Dolphins on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Dolphins won, 34-13. (Ric Tapia via AP)
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New York Jets defensive tackle Leonard Williams (92) during an NFL regular season game against the Miami Dolphins on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Dolphins won, 34-13. (Ric Tapia via AP)

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New England Patriots free safety Devin McCourty (32) in coverage during to an NFL AFC divisional playoff football game against the Houston Texans on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Foxborough, Mass. New England won 34-16. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
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New England Patriots free safety Devin McCourty (32) in coverage during to an NFL AFC divisional playoff football game against the Houston Texans on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Foxborough, Mass. New England won 34-16. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)

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El quarterback de los Patriots, Tom Brady, lanza un pase contra los Steelers en el partido por el título de la AFC el domingo, 22 de enero de 2017, en Foxborough, Massachusetts. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
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El quarterback de los Patriots, Tom Brady, lanza un pase contra los Steelers en el partido por el título de la AFC el domingo, 22 de enero de 2017, en Foxborough, Massachusetts. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

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New England Patriots wide receiver Matthew Slater (18) warms up prior to the NFL AFC Divisional football game against the Houston Texans on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017 in Foxboro, Mass. The Patriots defeated the Texans 34-16. (Jim Mahoney via AP)
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New England Patriots wide receiver Matthew Slater (18) warms up prior to the NFL AFC Divisional football game against the Houston Texans on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017 in Foxboro, Mass. The Patriots defeated the Texans 34-16. (Jim Mahoney via AP)

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New England Patriots middle linebacker Dont'a Hightower during an NFL football game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Sunday, Nov. 17, 2016. (Winslow Townson/AP Images for Panini)
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New England Patriots middle linebacker Dont'a Hightower during an NFL football game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Sunday, Nov. 17, 2016. (Winslow Townson/AP Images for Panini)

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Buffalo Bills cornerback Stephon Gilmore (24) defends during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Bill Wippert)
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Buffalo Bills cornerback Stephon Gilmore (24) defends during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Bill Wippert)

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The NFL will announce the 2017 schedule Thursday at 5:00pm, and we will have comprehensive, wall-to-wall coverage breaking down the entire slate of games for the Chargers.

But for now, we wanted to know who the Bolts themselves predict they'll open the season against.

With Phase II underway, we took the pulse of the locker room to hear who they think we'll face in Week 1.  Here are their predictions:

Jason Verrett – vs. Denver Broncos

Melvin Gordon – at Dallas Cowboys

Keenan Allen – at Kansas City Chiefs

Brandon Mebane – at Oakland Raiders

Travis Benjamin – vs. Oakland Raiders

Casey Hayward – vs. Washington Redskins

Denzel Perryman – at Oakland Raiders

Geremy Davis – at New York Giants

Russell Okung – vs. Washington Redskins

Jahleel Addae – vs. Oakland Raiders

Kenjon Barner – vs. Cleveland Browns

Branden Oliver – at New England Patriots

Caraun Reid – at New England Patriots

Drew Kaser – vs. Denver Broncos

Tyrell Williams – vs. Oakland Raiders

Da'Ron Brown – vs. Cleveland Browns

Chris Hairston – vs. Philadelphia Eagles

Tyreek Burwell – at New York Giants

Damion Square – at Dallas Cowboys

Jeremiah Attaochu – at Oakland Raiders

Kenny Wiggins – at New York Jets

Tenny Palepoi  - at New York Giants

Darius Philon – at Dallas Cowboys

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The Los Angeles Chargers today activated running back Gus Edwards from Reserve/Injured; Designated for Return and signed tight end Tucker Fisk to the active roster from the practice squad. In addition, the team also elevated cornerback Eli Apple and outside linebacker Caleb Murphy from the practice squad for Sunday's game. The Chargers also signed tight end McCallan Castles to the practice squad.
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Chargers Place Junior Colson and Simi Fehoko on Injured Reserve; Sign Jalen Reagor to Active Roster

The Los Angeles Chargers today placed linebacker Junior Colson and wide receiver Simi Fehoko on Reserve/Injured and signed wide receiver Jalen Reagor to the active roster from the practice squad. He fills the spot on the 53-man roster vacated by yesterday's release of tight end Eric Tomlinson. Tomlinson has since been signed to the practice squad. Additionally, linebacker Shaquille Quarterman was signed to the practice squad and tight end McCallan Castles was released from the practice squad.
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We Are The Storm: Chargers vs. Browns Hype Video

The Chargers will take on the Cleveland Browns on Sunday at 10:00 am at Huntington Bank Field.
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Chargers Activate DJ Chark Jr.; Elevate Eli Apple and Jalen Reagor

The Los Angeles Chargers today activated wide receiver DJ Chark Jr., from Reserve/Injured; Designated for Return. In a corresponding move, Los Angeles placed wide receiver Brenden Rice on Reserve/Injured. The Bolts also elevated cornerback Eli Apple and Jalen Reagor from the practice squad for Sunday's game.
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Chargers Sign Sam Mustipher to Active Roster

The Los Angeles Chargers today signed center Sam Mustipher to the active roster. The team also signed cornerback Kendall Williamson to the practice squad.
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We Are The Storm: Chargers vs. Saints Hype Video

The Chargers will take on the New Orleans Saints on Sunday at 1:05 pm at SoFi Stadium.
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Chargers Elevate Jaylen Johnson and Jalen Reagor

The Los Angeles Chargers today elevated wide receiver Jaylen Johnson and wide receiver Jalen Reagor from the practice squad Sunday's game.
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Chargers Sign Dicaprio Bootle and Shaun Wade; Activate Sam Mustipher and Jalen Reagor

The Los Angeles Chargers today signed CB Dicaprio Bootle and CB Shaun Wade to the Active Roster from the practice squad. In a corresponding move, Los Angeles placed DB Deane Leonard on Reserve/Injured. The Bolts also activated C Sam Mustipher and WR Jalen Reagor for Monday's game.
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We Are The Storm: Chargers vs. Cardinals Hype Video

The Chargers will take on the Arizona Cardinals on Monday at 6:00 pm at State Farm Stadium.
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We Are The Storm: Chargers vs Broncos Hype Video

The Chargers will take on the Denver Broncos on Sunday at 1:05pm at Empower Field at Mile High.
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Chargers Activate Nick Niemann; Sign Tony Jefferson to Active Roster

The Los Angeles Chargers today activated linebacker Nick Niemann from Reserve/Injured; Designated for Return. The team also signed safety Tony Jefferson to the active roster. In corresponding moves, Los Angeles placed running back Gus Edwards and cornerback Asante Samuel Jr., on Reserve/Injured. The Bolts also elevated cornerback Dicaprio Bootle from the practice squad for Sunday's game.
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We Are The Storm: Chargers vs Chiefs Hype Video

The Chargers will take on the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday at 1:25pm at SoFi Stadium.
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Los Angeles Chargers Elevate Blake Lynch and Sam Mustipher

The Los Angeles Chargers today elevated linebacker Blake Lynch and center Sam Mustipher from the practice squad for Sunday's game. The team also downgraded tackle Joe Alt to doubtful.
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Los Angeles Chargers Sign Tony Jefferson to Active Roster

The Los Angeles Chargers today signed safety Tony Jefferson to the active roster. He replaces safety Derwin James Jr., who was placed on Reserve/Suspended By Commissioner-Less than One Year on Wednesday. In addition, the team signed guard/tackle Braeden Daniels to the practice squad.
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We Are The Storm: Chargers vs Steelers Hype Video

The Chargers will take on the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday at 10:00am at Acrisure Stadium.
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Los Angeles Chargers Elevate Shaquille Quarterman

The Los Angeles Chargers today elevated linebacker Shaquille Quarterman from the practice squad for Sunday's game.
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Los Angeles Chargers Elevate Tony Jefferson and Shaquille Quarterman

The Los Angeles Chargers today elevated safety Tony Jefferson and linebacker Shaquille Quarterman from the practice squad for Sunday's game.
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We Are The Storm: Chargers vs Panthers Hype Video

The Chargers will take on the Carolina Panthers on Sunday at 10:00am at Bank of America Stadium.
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Los Angeles Chargers Place DJ Chark Jr. on Injured Reserve; Sign Eric Tomlinson to Active Roster

The Los Angeles Chargers today placed wide receiver DJ Chark Jr., on Reserve/Injured. In a corresponding move, the team signed tight end Eric Tomlinson to the active roster. The Bolts also elevated linebacker Shaquille Quarterman from the practice squad for Sunday's game.
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We Are The Storm: Chargers vs Raiders Hype Video

The Chargers will take on the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday at 1:05pm at Sofi Stadium.
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Chargers and Cameron Dicker Agree to Terms on Multi-Year Extension

The Los Angeles Chargers today agreed to terms with kicker Cameron Dicker on a multi-year extension.
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Los Angeles Chargers Acquire Quarterback Taylor Heinicke

The Los Angeles Chargers today announced the team has acquired quarterback Taylor Heinicke from the Atlanta Falcons. In exchange, the Chargers will send a 2025 7th round pick to Atlanta that converts into a 2025 6th round pick should specific conditions be met.
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Los Angeles Chargers Acquire Defensive Back Elijah Molden

The Los Angeles Chargers today announced the team has acquired defensive back Elijah Molden from the Tennessee Titans. In exchange, the Chargers will send a 2026 seventh-round pick to Tennessee.
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Chargers Claim Hassan Haskins; Sign 15 Players to Practice Squad

The Los Angeles Chargers today claimed running back Hassan Haskins off waivers. In a corresponding move, the team waived safety JT Woods. In addition, the Chargers signed 15 players to the practice squad.
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Los Angeles Chargers Reduce Roster to 53 Players

The Los Angeles Chargers today placed four players on Reserve/Injured, placed one player on Reserve/Injured; Designated for Return, released two players and waived 31 others. The moves put the team's active roster to 53 players prior to the NFL's 1 p.m. PT deadline.
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Los Angeles Chargers Sign Isaac Rex

The Los Angeles Chargers today signed tight end Isaac Rex. In a corresponding move, the team waived defensive lineman Micheal Mason.
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