What's Up Bolts: A show about the L.A. Chargers
Fernando Ramirez and Dan in Daygo join forces for a podcast about the Los Angeles Chargers. They're brothers, but they're not the same. One's an outgoing football reporter and the other is a loudmouth high school offensive line coach from San Diego. Subscribe to this energetic show for all things Justin Herbert, Derwin James and Joey Bosa. What's Up Bolts is part of the Compas on the Beat Network.
Episodes
220 episodes
Bolts vs. Hawks: Can Harbaugh & McDaniel Fix their failing offense? | Defense comes alive
Fernando previews the Chargers’ matchup against the Seahawks as Los Angeles looks to finally get its offense going after three frustrating performances to start the season. Joined by Fox Sports reporter Eric D. Williams.What can Jim Har...
Bolts vs Bills reaction: Chargers Fall to 0-3: Is the Herbert-McDaniel Offense Broken?
The Chargers are 0-3 after a frustrating 24-16 loss to the Buffalo Bills, and the offense has plenty of questions to answer.Fernando will break down how the Chargers defense forced Josh Allen and the Bills into FIVE turnovers, yet Justi...
Bolts vs Bills preview: McDaniel needs offensive overhaul | Mack & edges must disrupt Josh Allen
The Chargers are looking to bounce back, but it won’t get any easier as they travel to face Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills coming.Fernando and Dan preview Bolts vs. Bills and break down why Mike McDaniel needs to overhaul a Chargers o...
Bolts vs Raiders reaction: Harbaugh & McDaniel Have a BIG Problem | Chargers Fall to 0-2
The Chargers are 0-2, and Jim Harbaugh and Mike McDaniel have a lot to fix.Fernando and Dan break down another frustrating performance from the Chargers offense after their 26-14 loss to the Raiders. Justin Herbert was visibly frustrate...
Bolts vs. Raiders Preview: Did Harbaugh & Co. Learn Their Lesson? | McConkey Update | Hampton time
The Chargers are looking to bounce back in a big AFC West matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. The Ramirez Brothers break down whether Jim Harbaugh and the Bolts learned their lesson after Week 1 and why the message this week should be simple...
Bolts vs Cards postgame reaction:Harbaugh’s New-Look Team Falls Flat vs. Cardinals, What went wrong?
The new-look Los Angeles Chargers failed their first test of the season, falling 26-14 to the Arizona Cardinals in an ugly performance at SoFi Stadium.After an offseason filled with optimism surrounding Jim Harbaugh’s revamped coaching ...
Bolts vs. Cards Prev: Mike McDaniel & Chris O’Leary in spotlight | Hampton, Mesidor ready to shine
The Los Angeles Chargers are ready to kick off the 2026 season against the Arizona Cardinals, and the Ramirez brothers break down everything to watch in the Week 1 matchup. ESPN's Kris Rhim jumps on the show!All eyes will be on new offe...
Chargers Cut Down Day: Who Made the 53-Man Roster? | Surprises, Snubs & Takeaways
The Chargers have trimmed down their roster, and the Compas are here to react to all the moves from cut down day.They break down the biggest surprises, notable cuts and which players earned their way onto the Chargers’ 53-man roster. Th...
Tony Jefferson on playing for the Chargers: 'I take it very seriously when I put the Bolt on'
The Compas caught up with Chargers safety Tony Jefferson, a former classmate of Fernando’s, to talk about his journey back to the NFL and what it means to play for his hometown team.Jefferson shares why he’s excited about his third seas...
Chargers Roster Bubble: Junior Colson, TeRah Edwards & Others Fighting for a Spot | Camp wrap up
The Chargers are wrapping up training camp, and it’s time to turn the attention toward the final preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams and the decisions ahead for the 53-man roster.Dan couldn’t make it for this episode of What’s U...
Eric Williams Breaks Down Chargers-49ers Joint Practice: Herbert/Hampton Shine, Biadasz Hurt
Fox Sports reporter Eric D. Williams joins What’s Up Bolts to break down everything that happened during the Chargers’ joint practice with the San Francisco 49ers.The biggest concern coming out of practice was center Tyler Biadasz going...
Chargers TE David Njoku talks to The Compas about 'loaded tight end room', Justin Herbert, and helping Nigeria
The Compas sit down with Chargers tight end David Njoku for a wide-ranging conversation about football, family and his Nigerian roots.Njoku discusses what it was like experiencing free agency for the first time in his career and what ul...
Chargers Camp Recap: Herbert Ahead of Schedule, LG Battle Heats Up & Defense Dominates
The Chargers wrapped up the San Diego portion of training camp, and there was plenty to take away before the team heads out. The Ramirez Brothers break down why Justin Herbert appears to be ahead of schedule in Mike McDaniel's offense, what he ...
Melvin Gordon Interview: Gordon speaks on Justin Herbert, Jim Harbaugh & Why the Chargers Can Win a Super Bowl
Former Chargers running back Melvin Gordon sits down with Fernando Ramirez for an exclusive interview at Chargers training camp. Gordon reflects on why he'll always consider himself part of the Chargers family, even after his playing career, an...
Chargers Camp Day 1: Justin Herbert Looks Comfortable, Tuipulotu Holds In & Defense Flies Around
The Chargers are officially back on the practice field, and there was plenty to take away from Day 1 of training camp.Fernando breaks down Justin Herbert's comfort level in Mike McDaniel's offense and why the quarterback already looks c...
Chargers defensive camp preview: Safety position must watch, Junior Colson's final shot, and Nadame Tucker opportunity
Chargers training camp is here, and we're breaking down the biggest defensive storylines to watch before the season begins. Will the safety position be one of the most competitive battles in camp? Can Junior Colson finally seize his opportunity...
Chargers offensive camp preview: Offensive line must improve, Herbert-McDaniel relationship, and players to watch
The Ramirez Brothers know that Chargers training camp is finally here, and are breaking down the biggest offensive storylines to watch. Can the offensive line take the next step after an inconsistent 2025 season? How quickly will Justin Herbert...
Chargers Training Camp Preview: Herbert & McDaniel, O'Leary's Defense, Biggest Camp Battles
The Compas are back to preview everything you need to know before Chargers training camp gets underway. They break down what to expect from the new Justin Herbert-Mike McDaniel partnership, how defensive coordinator Chris O'Leary could put his ...
Chargers Schedule Release: 2026 predictions | Minter vs Harbaugh | McDaniel vs Miami | Vrabel vs SM
The Chargers 2026 schedule is finally here and the Ramirez Brothers break down everything that stood out immediately. How many shots did the Chargers take at other teams especially Mike Vrabel and Diana Russini? The Ramirez Brothers dive ...
NFL Draft Reaction: Chargers select pass rusher Akheem Mesidor | Pass rush wins after 1st round
The Ramirez brothers are ready to break down the selection of Akheem Mesidor by the LA Chargers in the first round. Fernando was at the facility he will break down what GM Joe Hortiz and head coach Jim Harbaugh had to say about the selection. P...
Jim Harbaugh Working w/ Mike McDaniel: “Awesome with a Capital A” | Herbert Protection Focus
The Ramirez brothers are back with another episode breaking down everything happening with the Los Angeles Chargers.Fernando and Dan dive into what the Chargers are doing in free agency and the clear theme GM Joe Hortiz is establishing ...
Chargers Make Early Splash Signing Tyler Biadasz | Is an AJ Brown Trade Next? | Becton story
The Ramirez Brothers are back in action! With NFL free agency about to begin, the Los Angeles Chargers didn’t wait around and made an early splash.After the Washington Commanders released center Tyler Biadasz earlier this week, the Char...
Recapping Mike McDaniel Presser | 2026 Looking Up for Justin Herbert & the Offense
The Ramirez Brothers break down the Chargers landing Mike McDaniel as their new offensive coordinator and what the hire means for Justin Herbert and the offense heading into the 2026 season. Is this the move that finally unlocks Herbert’s full ...
Harbaugh, Hortiz on Greg Roman Firing, OC Search, Herbert, Offensive Line & Jesse Minter’s Future
The Ramirez Brothers talk about the end of the season press conference of Jim Harbaugh and Joe Hortiz, breaking down the Chargers’ decision to fire offensive coordinator Greg Roman, what the team is looking for in a new OC, and the emphasis on ...
Chargers vs. Patriots Recap: Greg Roman on the Hot Seat as Offense Implodes | D holds Maye to 16
The Ramirez Brothers will break down the Chargers Wild Card matchup against the New England Patriots. The Chargers’ season comes to a brutal end in Foxborough after a 16-3 loss to the New England Patriots in the Wild Card round.Despite ...