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LaDainian Tomlinson #21 | Running Back | San Diego Chargers
Height: 5-10    Weight: 221    Born: Jun 23, 1979, Rosebud, TX

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November 15, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson ran hard in today's 31-23 win over the Eagles at Qualcomm Stadium, as he racked up 96 yards and two touchdowns on 24 carries.
November 15, 2009
During the first half of the Week 10 game against the Eagles, LaDainian Tomlinson surpassed Thurman Thomas for 13th on the all-time rushing yardage list, and his score tied him with Marcus Allen for third on the all-time list.
November 15, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson (hip) is active for the Week 10 matchup against the Eagles.
November 12, 2009
Chargers' running back LaDainian Tomlinson returned to practice on Thursday, according to beat writer Kevin Allen. LT missed Wednesday with a sore hip.
November 12, 2009
The San Diego Union-Tribune reports that Chargers coach Norv Turner wants to give LaDainian Tomlinson more carries.
November 11, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson sat out Wednesday's practice while nursing a bruised hip, according to NFL.com.
November 10, 2009
The San Diego Union-Tribune suggests that LaDainian Tomlinson is nearing his end as a member of the Chargers.
November 8, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson was held in check by the Giants defense on Sunday. He gained just 22 yards on 12 carries in a 21-20 Week 9 winner.
October 25, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson racked up 71 rushing yards on 23 carries in today's 37-7 win at Kansas City. He also caught two passes for two yards.
October 23, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson (illness) was a full participant in Chargers practice on Friday, and is listed as probable for Week 7, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
October 22, 2009
Updating an earlier report, LaDainian Tomlinson missed today's practice due to an illness, according to Kevin Acee's (San Diego Union-Tribune) twitter page.
October 22, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson did not practice Thursday, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
October 19, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson rushed for 70 yards on 18 carries in San Diego's 34-23 loss to the Broncos on Monday.
October 4, 2009
In his first action since Week 1, LaDainian Tomlinson carried the ball just seven times for 15 yards in San Diego's 38-28 loss in Pittsburgh.
October 2, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson is being listed as probable for Sunday, according to the Twitter page of beat writer Casey Pearce. LT hasn't played since Week 1 with his ankle injury.
October 1, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson (ankle) particiapted in Chargers' practice for the second straight day on Thursday, accorindg to Scout.com's Adam Caplan.
September 30, 2009
Chargers' beat writer Kevin Acee is reporting that running back LaDainian Tomlinson participated in practice on Wednesday. Tomlinson has been out with an ankle injury since Week 1.
September 29, 2009
Updating an earlier report, it appears that LaDainian Tomlinson will not practice at all this week because of his injured ankle, according to the San Diego Union Tribune. "For a guy to try to talk himself into thinking he's healthy or a guy to try to play at less than a high level of health, he's not going to help himself and he's not going to help us," HC Norv Turner said.
September 29, 2009
The San Diego Union-Tribune reports that LaDainian Tomlinson is walking without a limp, but his status for Week 4 remains uncertain. LT suffered an ankle injury in Week 1.
September 28, 2009
Peter King of SI.com is reporting that he expects LaDainian Tomlinson to play for the Chargers next week against the Steelers. LT has been out with an ankle injury for the last two weeks.
September 27, 2009
Chargers Week 3 inactives: RB LaDainian Tomlinson, DB C.J. Spillman, C Nick Hardwick, OL Louis Vasquez, WR Craig Davis, LB Antwan Applewhite and DL Travis Johnson.
September 25, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson has been officially declared "out" versus the Dolphins this weekend, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
September 25, 2009
In addition to almost certainly sitting out against the Dolphins this weekend, LaDainian Tomlinson (ankle) could miss the Chargers' Week 4 showdown with the Steelers, as well, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
September 24, 2009
Chargers' running back LaDainian Tomlinson did not practice again on Thursday, according to beat writer Kevin Acee. LT is being considered doubtful for Sunday's game.
September 24, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson (ankle) is unlikely to play in Week 3, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
September 23, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson was absent from Wednesday's practice while recovering from an ankle injury, according to Adam Caplan's (Scout.com) twitter page.
September 22, 2009
Chargers' head coach Norv Turner is hopeful that LaDainian Tomlinson will be able to return to action in Week 3 against the Dolphins, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. Tomlinson is recovering from an ankle injury sustained in Week 1 at Oakland.
September 20, 2009
Week 2 inactives: RB LaDainian Tomlinson, QB Charlie Whitehurst (3rd), FS C.J. Spillman, OC Nick Hardwick, OG Louis Vasquez, WR Buster Davis, LB Antawn Applewhite and DL Travis Johnson.
September 18, 2009
Updating an earlier report, LaDainian Tomlinson has been ruled out for Week 2, according to the Associated Press. He is dealing with a sprained ankle sustained in the season opener at Oakland.
September 18, 2009
According to the Twitter page of Chargers' beat writer Kevin Acee, running back LaDainian Tomlinson did not practice with the team on Friday. Tomlinson is unlikely to play for the team on Sunday due to his sprained ankle.
September 17, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson (ankle) was held out of practice for a second straight day on Thursday, according to Pro Football Talk.
September 16, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson (ankle) did not practice on Wednesday.
September 15, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson is already being listed as a game-time decision for this Sunday with a sprained ankle, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
September 15, 2009
The San Diego Union-Tribune reports that part of the reason LaDainian Tomlinson was used sparingly down the stretch in the team's win over the Raiders on Monday night was a rolled ankle he suffered in the first quarter.
September 15, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson was quiet in Monday night's 24-20 win at Oakland, as he only gained 55 rushing yards and a touchdown on 13 carries. He also caught one pass for one yard.
August 28, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson is unlikely to play in any more preseason games this season, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. Head coach Norv Turner said he hasn't decided for sure if LT will be out Saturday, but he is hesitant to play him on the turf in Atlanta.
August 17, 2009
According to the San Diego Union-Tribune, Chargers' running back LaDainian Tomlinson will play in the team's second preseason game on Saturday. This will mark the first time in his career that Tomlinson has played in two game in the same preseason.
August 16, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson played in the Chargers' first preseason game on Saturday, according to the San Diego Union Tribune. LT had four carries for 10 yards and one catch for six yards in two series.
August 13, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson said he is "95 percent sure" he will play in the Chargers' preseason opener against the Seahawks Saturday, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
August 10, 2009
According to the Buffalo News, Chargers' running back LaDainian Tomlinson has said he would like to play in the Chargers' preseason games this year. LT hasn't played in a preseason game since 2005.
May 21, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson reportedly looks very healthy at OTA's with the Chargers, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
May 3, 2009
According to the Associated Press, LaDainian Tomlinson participated in full at the Chargers mini-camp over the weekend. He has been suffering from a groin injury.
April 25, 2009
The Chargers likely will not take a running back with the 16th pick in the draft, this according to NFL.com. Instead, they will likely take a player who can "come in and play right away."
March 24, 2009
Chargers coach Norv Turner said that he expects LaDainian Tomlinson to have an increased workload in 2009 and he predicts L.T. will hit 1,500 yards and 50 catches, according to NFL.com.
March 12, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson told Dan Patrick that he considered going to the Saints, Ravens and Broncos.
March 10, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson and the Chargers have restructured the final three years of his contract, keeping him in San Diego through 2011, according to ESPN.com.
March 10, 2009
The Cardinals seem like a logical home for LaDainian Tomlinson, should he be cut or traded, but the Cardinals may try to find their new running back in the draft, according to the Cardinals team website.
March 9, 2009
The Chargers have presented running back LaDainian Tomlinson with a restructured contract, but the deal is not a "take-it-or-leave-it" offer, ESPN.com reports. Tomlinson and his agent, Tom Condon, say that the two sides are in the "final stages" of negotiations.
March 7, 2009
The San Diego Union-Tribune reports that the Chargers have made LaDainian Tomlinson a final offer in regards to restructure his contract.
March 5, 2009
The mother of running back LaDainian Tomlinson does not seem optimistic that here son will be with the Chargers next season, according to ProFootballTalk.com. Loreane Tomlinson said this about the team's contract offer: "They almost like handed him crumbs."
March 5, 2009
Running back LaDainian Tomlinson said Wednesday he is hopeful of remaining a member of the Chargers, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
February 28, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson is reportedly on the Saints' radar, according to the National Football Post. They would be interested in pursuing him if the Chargers are unable to rework his contract.
February 26, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson remains with the Chargers and negotiations are ongoing to try to rework his contract, according to the Associated Press.
February 20, 2009
Talks with LaDainian Tomlinson are expected to intensify soon, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
February 18, 2009
Now that the Chargers have designated fellow running back Darren Sproles as the team's franchise player, general manager A.J. Smith said Wednesday the front office hopes to renegotiate LaDainian Tomlinson's contract, NFL.com reports.
February 10, 2009
The Chargers are going to talk to LaDainian Tomlinson soon about restructuring his contract, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
January 28, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson suggested in a FOX Sports interview with Chris Myers that he would consider taking a pay cut to continue his career with San Diego. Tomlinson said, "I think it is warranted being talked about. Of course, at the end of the day, the organization always feels like they need to make the best decision for their business, and I am going to have to do the same. I am going to have to talk to my family and my agent, and make the best decision for my life and my future."
January 25, 2009
It is highly likely that the Chargers will approach LaDainian Tomlinson about taking a pay cut, according to the Boston Globe. Tomlinson is due base salaries of $6.725 million in 2009, $8 million in 2010, and $9.275 million in 2011.
January 21, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson has commented on his situation with the Chargers on his official website, saying, "I feel that I need to make it very clear that I have NO intentions of leaving San Diego. San Diego is where my career started and where I'd like it to end."
January 16, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson may be done in San Diego. According to Pro Football Weekly, Chargers general manager A.J. Smith may be forced to trade or waive the Pro Bowler due to salary cap restraints.
January 13, 2009
Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson would like to avoid surgery on the torn tendon in his groin, but won't know if he has to have it for a few weeks, reports the San Diego Union-Tribune.
January 12, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson noted the possibility that he may not return to San Diego in 2009, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. He said, "I'm not getting any younger. I can't go back to being 21 or 22. I'm questioning myself. Over the last two years getting hurt and not being able to play, you start to question yourself whether you can play a full season. I don't know. That's something I have no control over. I'm under contract. It's not like I'm going anywhere. Nobody said nothing to me."
January 11, 2009
The AP reports that LaDainian Tomlinson is officially listed as inactive for Sunday's game against the Steelers due to a groin injury. Other Chargers inactives are QB Charlie Whitehurst, FB Mike Tolbert, FB Billy Latsko, LB Anthony Waters, T Corey Clark, G Kynan Forney, and DT Ian Scott.
January 9, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson is listed as doubtful for Sunday's divisional playoff game at Pittsburgh due to his groin injury, according to NFL.com.
January 8, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson reiterated that he is unlikely to play Sunday at Pittsburgh, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. Tomlinson is dealing with a torn groin tendon and said, "Although, miracles do happen, I can't do anything about it, I can't play, it's like I'm being punished for something. It's tough to deal with."
January 7, 2009
Expanding on an earlier report, the AFP reports that despite having what was announced as a torn groin tendon, running back LaDainian Tomlinson said he will likely be a game-time decision Sunday against Pittsburgh. "I don't know. All this time I've been taking it day by day," Tomlinson said Wednesday. "I think, depending on the training staff and where they think I am, if they think I should, obviously that's when I'll try to push it."
January 7, 2009
The Associated Press reports that San Diego running back LaDainian Tomlinson confirmed Wednesday what most Chargers fans have been fearing: he has a torn tendon in his groin.
January 6, 2009
Steelers' coach Mike Tomlin expects LaDainian Tomlinson to play in Sunday's playoff game at Heinz Field despite a severely strained groin, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Tomlin said, "Guys like him defy the odds. That's why he is who he is."
January 5, 2009
As of now, LaDainian Tomlinson is likely to miss Sunday's playoff game at Pittsburgh due to his severely strained groin, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. Coach Norv Turner said, "He might be able to play in another week if we were able to go on. Or maybe he could play in another week after that."
January 4, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson is iffy at best to play for the Chargers in next week's divisional round game, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
January 3, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson will play in tonight's playoff game against the Colts, according to ESPN. He is suffering from a groin injury but was able to complete pregame warmups, including agility tests and acceleration drills.
January 3, 2009
ProFootballTalk.com reports that Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson will be active for the team and attempt to play.
January 3, 2009
Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson will be a game-time decision for the team, according to ProFootballTalk.com. It seems he is suffering from a detached adductor tendon in his groin.
January 2, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson did not practice with the Chargers on Friday, the third consecutive day he has missed, NFL.com reports.
January 1, 2009
LaDainian Tomlinson missed a second straight practice on Thursday because of his injured groin, according to the ESPN. I hope to play, but ultimately it's not really my decision," he said. "Gameday, we'll see how coach feels and what he wants to do. But hopefully I'll be able to go."