Gilman and the Chargers agreed on a two-year, $11 million contract Monday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Gilman stepped into a starting role in the Chargers' secondary in 2023, recording a career-high 73 tackles, 10 pass defenses two interceptions while also forcing three fumbles and recovering two fumbles over 14 games. He has now been rewarded with a new deal, and Gilman will operate opposite Derwin James again in 2024.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: Emerges as clear starter in 2023
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Gilman registered 73 tackles (49 solo), 10 passes defensed, three forced fumbles and two interceptions in 14 games with the Chargers during the 2023 season.
The starting safety spot alongside standout Derwin James has proven to be quite lucrative in past years, with Adrian Phillips and Rayshawn Jenkins getting favorable contracts from other teams after stints in the Los Angeles secondary. It's possible Gilman, who finally earned a starting spot in his fourth season in the NFL, could be the next in that unheralded lineage after the 26-year-old broke out with a 73-tackle season in 2024. Gilman held off 2022 third-round pick JT Woods for a starting role coming out of the preseason and never relinquished his spot on the depth chart, despite missing a few games due to injury early in the season. Gilman will join a host of Chargers starters entering the offseason as unrestricted free agents, and it's unclear how the new regime will prioritize retaining those players in the midst of a difficult salary-cap situation.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: Leading tackler Sunday
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Gilman recorded nine tackles (six solo) and a pass defensed in Sunday's 20-10 loss versus the Ravens.
Gilman posted nine total tackles for his second straight game in Week 12 as he led Chargers safeties in snaps (69). He's been consistently productive as a tackler so far this season, and he's on pace for a career year heading into a Week 13 matchup at New England.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: Limited in practice
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Gilman (heel) was a limited participant in the Chargers' practice Wednesday.
Gilman has missed the team's past three games due to a heel injury but managed to return to practice Wednesday, albeit in a limited capacity. The 26-year-old will look to be good to go for Sunday's game against the Bears, but if he's unable to suit up once again, Jaylinn Hawkins will start at safety.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: No go for MNF
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Gilman (heel) is inactive for Monday's matchup with the Cowboys.
Gilman was considered doubtful to return to the field in Week 6 after he missed the team's Week 4 win over the Raiders before the bye with a heel injury, and he's now officially inactive. Raheem Layne will draw another start at free safety and will look to limit the production of CeeDee Lamb and the rest of Dallas' pass catchers.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: Won't play Sunday
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Gilman (heel) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Raiders.
Gilman logged a limited session Friday after not practicing Wednesday or Thursday, but he'll still miss his first game of the season. Derwin James (hamstring) and JT Woods (undisclosed) are also out, so Raheem Layne, Dean Marlowe and AJ Finley are candidates for increased roles in the secondary.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: Leads team in tackles
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Gilman tallied 11 tackles (nine solo) in the 36-34 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.
The safety played all 67 defensive snaps and was routinely asked to make tackles deep in the Los Angeles secondary as the Dolphins constantly moved the ball through the air. Safeties Gilman, Pro Bowler Derwin James and rookie third-round pick JT Woods all finished among the top five in tackles following Sunday's contest, highlighting a unit that has often been used very fluidly under head coach Brandon Staley.
Gilman (knee) was not included on the Chargers' injury report Wednesday.
Gilman missed practice in mid-August while nursing a knee contusion. However, the 5-foot-10 free safety should now be a full-go to begin his age-26 season. Gilman accrued a career-high 58 tackles, three passes defended and one interception while playing all 17 games for the Chargers last season, and he's slated to start alongside star safety Derwin James in 2023.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: Nursing knee bruise
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Gilman has been sidelined at practice this week due to a knee contusion, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Gilman is slated to start at free safety for the Chargers this season. He played in all 17 games during the 2022 campaign and started five of them. Expect Los Angeles to err on the side of caution with the 25-year-old in order to ensure his health for Week 1. Thus, his status for Sunday's exhibition matchup with the Saints is certainly in question.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: Likely starting Week 5
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Gilman is starting at safety next to Derwin James during warmups ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Browns, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
Gilman has been operating as the third safety who only comes in during dime and nickel packages when James moves to the slot, but it appears he'll get the starting nod over Nasir Adderley, who figures to handle Gilman's usual responsibilities. Through four appearances, Gilman has recorded just three tackles across 48 defensive snaps, but he's in line for a much larger role in Week 5.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: May not play Friday
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Gilman is very questionable for Friday's preseason game against the Saints according to head coach Brandon Staley, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
Gilman isn't known to be dealing with injuries, so the reason for his uncertainty for the game is unclear. However, heading into his third season, Gilman's spot on the roster should be safe as a strong contributor on special teams and depth piece in the secondary.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: Off COVID-19 list
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Gilman (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday.
Gilman was one of eight Chargers players to be activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday. He's expected to reclaim his usual role behind Derwin James during the team's Week 17 matchup with the Broncos.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: Out Week 12
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Gilman (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game at Denver.
Gilman will be sidelined for the second consecutive game due to the quad injury. Trey Marshall (ankle) should serve as the Chargers' rotational safety in his absence.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: Sitting out Sunday
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Gilman (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Eagles.
Gilman was deemed doubtful heading into Sunday's game, making it little surprise that he is now sidelined. He has served primarily on special teams this season and has racked up 24 total tackles and an interception across seven games.
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Chargers' Alohi Gilman: Not listed on injury report
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Gilman (hip) does not carry an injury designation heading into Monday's matchup with the Raiders.
Gilman logged a full practice Friday and has clearance from his hip injury. The 24-year-old safety produced the best game of his short career in Week 3, totaling seven tackles, one interception and one pass deflection across 27 defensive snaps.
