Chargers GM: Re-Signing S Derwin James A ‘High’ Priority

James is a five-time All-Pro and Pro Bowler in 8 seasons with the Chargers.

Derwin James Jr. #3 of the Los Angeles Chargers interacts with fans following the game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., on Nov. 2, 2025. Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images

Los Angeles Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz wants to keep Derwin James around for the long haul.

A former first round pick by the Chargers in 2018, James is a five-time Pro Bowler and All-Pro. But he is set to become a free agent in 2027. Hortiz told Kay Adams on the “Up & Adams Show with Kay Adams” on Thursday that he values the contributions he has made throughout his career and that re-signing him is a top priority.