Chargers Bolster Defense With Key Free Agent Signing
The Los Angeles Chargers added a playmaker to their secondary on Friday, signing former second-round pick Kristian Fulton.
By Jovan Alford
The Los Angeles Chargers haven’t made a lot of splash moves on the defensive side of the ball this offseason, as most of the attention has been focused on the offense.
The two biggest moves the Chargers made on defense to start free agency were restructuring the contracts of Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack to provide the team with some cap space relief as they were in serious trouble.
With some cap space available, the team is doing whatever it can to find value at various positions to help the defense this coming season.
Chargers News: Los Angeles Takes Flyer on Former Second-Round Pick
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported Friday that the Chargers signed former Tennessee Titans cornerback Kristian Fulton to a one-year deal.
The #Chargers are making a key secondary addition, agreeing to terms on a 1-year deal with former #Titans free agent CB Kristian Fulton, sources say. A chance to go out and earn an even bigger payday next year. pic.twitter.com/yxAKvMSstx
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 22, 2024
The 25-year-old Fulton could start this season in Los Angeles after veteran cornerback Michael Davis signed with the Washington Commanders. ESPN’s Turron Davenport reported on Friday that Fulton turned down offers from the Cincinnati Bengals, Denver Broncos, and Arizona Cardinals to sign with the Chargers.
Former #Titans CB Kristian Fulton turned down offers from the Bengals, Broncos, and Cardinals to sign with Chargers per source. Fulton goes to LA on a one-year deal.
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) March 22, 2024
The former LSU cornerback took a step back in 2023 after playing well to start his pro career with the Tennessee Titans.
Last season with the Titans, Fulton had 46 combined tackles, five pass deflections, and two tackles for loss in 12 games. He also produced a 75.4 completion percentage, a 114.1 pass rating allowed when targeted, and gave up one touchdown.
With Fulton still young in his career, the Chargers hope that he can be a key playmaker on the boundary, playing opposite Asante Samuel Jr.
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