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LaDainian Tomlinson set to visit Vikings, coach cites ‘great conversation’ (The Canadian Press)

MINNEAPOLIS - LaDainian Tomlinson is coming to Minnesota for a visit, and the Vikings believe he could be a good fit.

Chargers Team Report (Yahoo! Sports)

The Chargers continued to make sweeping changes to their roster by releasing Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jamal Williams. And it's a move with a potential to backfire after Williams turned around and signed a three-year deal with division-rival Denver.

The longtime heart and soul of the team's interior defense was let go, joining LaDainian Tomlinson as past featured players hitting the streets.

Williams tore his triceps in last year's season-opener and landed on IR, wiping out the majority of his season. But it appeared the Chargers were counting on Williams to get healthy and return to shore up a shoddy run defense.

Williams, though, will soon turn 34 and was to earn some $6 million next season, which includes a roster bonus.

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Chargers claim RB Mason off waivers from Redskins (AP)

The Chargers have claimed running back Marcus Mason off waivers from the Washington Redskins, beginning the process of restocking their backfield. Mason spent most of his first two NFL seasons on the practice squads of the Redskins and Baltimore Ravens. He played in nine games last season for the Redskins, gaining 127 yards on 32 carries.

Chargers claim RB Mason off waivers from Redskins (PA SportsTicker)

The Chargers have claimed running back Marcus Mason off waivers from the Washington Redskins, beginning the process of restocking their backfield.

Chargers agree to terms of two-year deals with Wilson, Boone (The Canadian Press)

SAN DIEGO - The San Diego Chargers have agreed to terms with tight end Kris Wilson and defensive end Alfonso Boone.

Chargers agree to terms with Wilson, Boone (AP)

The San Diego Chargers have agreed to terms with tight end Kris Wilson and defensive end Alfonso Boone. Both received two-year contracts. Wilson just completed his second season with the Chargers, catching four passes for 28 yards, with one touchdown. Boone joined the Chargers last year and started four of 13 games played.

Antonio Cromartie eager to put issues behind him and get fresh start with Jets (The Canadian Press)

NEW YORK - Antonio Cromartie hung up the phone and got excited.

Jets reach agreement with Chargers for Cromartie (AP)

It just got a lot tougher to throw against the New York Jets. A few hours before the NFL's free agency period began, the Jets improved their secondary in a big way by agreeing in principle with the San Diego Chargers to acquire talented but troubled cornerback Antonio Cromartie on Thursday night.

Chargers keep Sproles, release DT Williams (AP)

Speedy little Darren Sproles is staying with the San Diego Chargers, after all. The Chargers placed the maximum first- and third-round tender on Sproles on Thursday, one of two surprise moves in the hours before free agency began. The Chargers also released tackle Jamal Williams, a 12-year veteran who has been the run-stuffing anchor of the defensive line.

Chargers change mind, keep Sproles; release Williams before free agency begins (The Canadian Press)

SAN DIEGO - Speedy little Darren Sproles is staying with the San Diego Chargers, after all.