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On his prior knowledge about the Chargers: "It really kind of funny, I used to play with the Chargers a lot on Madden; [WR] Mike Williams, [QB] Justin Herbert, all of those guys. TCU quarterback Max Duggan (15) stands on the field before an NCAA college football game against Oklahoma State in Fort Worth, Texas, Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022. (AP Photo/Steve Conner), Boise State defensive tackle Scott Matlock (99) pressures Tennessee-Martin quarterback Dresser Winn (3) as Winn throws the ball in the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Boise, Idaho. Chargers first-round pick arrives in L.A. for his first day as a member of the Chargers. The move resulted in money shifting from the trust to themselves personally.. His plan is hope.. Darron Cummings/Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. Dean has failed to present any plan to address the Trusts bleak financial picture, because there is no other plan than the one urged by [Berberian]. Take a look through some photos of the Chargers 2023 fifth-round Draft pick OL Jordan McFadden, from Clemson. In March 2021, she filed a petition to Los Angeles Superior Court asking the franchise be sold due to mounting trust debts. In it, she Dean Spanos, for what it's worth, has long insisted he will never sell the Chargers. The Chargers will take on the Jacksonville Jaguars on Saturday at 5:15pm at TIAA Bank Stadium for the AFC Wild Card Game. To characterize Dean as somehow being less than fully respectful of the women in our family is just not right., Statement by the Spanos family regarding their sister Deas latest lawsuit #Chargers pic.twitter.com/FiskZHTSi8, Gilbert Manzano (@GManzano24) June 10, 2022. That sounds like a guy that we want. In response to the filing, Dean Spanos and two of his siblings released a statement Thursday pledging to keep the team in the family. They have given funding to hospitals, educational facilities, and organizations like the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Salvation Army. On if the roster can achieve what last year's did and possibly improve: "I'll let you in training camp. According to the Chargers website, Dean worked together with his father to secure the Super Bowls in 1998 and 2003 for the franchise. Phelan M. Ebenhack/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Get an inside look into what makes Khalil Mack one of the greatest EDGE rushers in the NFL on the latest episode of All In Season 2, out now. On the seventh episode of ALL IN Season 2, learn about Khalil Mack's journey to the Chargers and his fight to prove his doubters wrong as the veteran edge rusher holds down the Bolts defense after Joey Bosa is sidelined with a groin injury. The AG generally doesnt do this unless it has real concerns, Berberians lawyer Adams Streisand said. (Late billionaire Alex Spanos purchased the team in 1984, and his four children, including Dean and Dea, each own 15 percent of the club, while the family trust owns 36 percent.) According to Daniel Popper of All rights reserved. Dean Spanos, Michael Spanos and Spanos Ruhl issued a statement saying operations of the team will be unaffected by the court filing and that they intend to contest the motion. I was super excited. Considering the fact Berberian has already filed a petition in Los Angeles County Superior Court asking that the trust and the team be put up for sale it stands to reason that she would put the team up for sale. The Los Angeles Chargers selected TCU wide receiver Quentin Johnston with the No. The Economou brothers, the L.A. Times reported, want the money returned, along with damages. That's big for me.". The Pasadena native spent four seasons as the Chargers beat reporter for SCNG and covered the Raiders before that for the Las Vegas Review-Journal. I'm excited to be here. On this edition of Let's Play, tight end Tre' McKitty and linebacker face off in a race of F1 2021. John oversees the teams football operations and A.G. heads the business side. Berberian also alleges the trust is in such bad shape its unable to make good on $18 million in charitable pledges to multiple universities, hospitals, and religious organizations. Nearly four decades ago, the family patriarch, Alex Spanos, purchased a majority interest in the San Diego Chargers for $40 million. The Los Angeles Chargers today signed cornerback Kemon Hall. It's going to create a lot within our locker room that, I think, is going to be really healthy, in terms of competition and fitting into a team that's already really good.". The lawyer went on to say that Berberian's three siblings, Dean, Michael and Alexis, have stood firmly in opposing her in the past and that "today's lawsuit will receive the same reaction.". According to Daniel Popper of TheAthletic.com, California AG Rob Bonta filed court papers to become involved in the legal filings between Dea Spanos Berberian and her siblings over the future of the franchise. Berberian contends the trust has debts and expenses exceeding $353 million, with no plan for how it will pay $22 million it has pledged to charities. Nearly 150 local Girl Scouts came together for a day of flag football skills and fundamentals on the Bolts' training camp fields at Jack Hammett Sports Complex. Throughout this entire ordeal that was instigated without justification by my sister Dea Berberian, my brother Dean has been unfailingly respectful of me and my wishes. Gareth Patterson/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. In an attempt to force the sale of the Chargers, a sister of controlling owner Dean Spanos filed a petition in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Thursday arguing that mounting debt has imperiled the familys finances and the only solution is to put the NFL franchise on the market. Kenneth Murray is going into his fourth year playing, so there's a lot of wisdom there. I plan to make an impact on every down. Thats another $500 million minimum, along with a new practice facility for a few hundred million. All rights reserved, US Readies Second Attempt at Speedy Border Asylum Screenings, Man, 20s, Dies of Heat Exhaustion on El Capitan Trail in Lakeside, New Rules for Short-Term Vacation Rentals in San Diego Start May 1. "It is unfortunate that our sister Dea, who clearly has no interest in continuing to participate in the family's businesses, has resorted to leveling false and provocative charges in an attempt to impose her will on the rest of the family," the statement read. Learn more about how we use cookies in our cookie policy. Dean Spanos, the controlling owner of the Chargers, was accused of repeated breaches of fiduciary duty and self-dealing by his sister in a lawsuit, which also claimed All rights reserved. All rights reserved. On coming from Boise State and joining an organization that features Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore: "That's the GOAT right there, as far as Boise State is talking. See who wins the matchup between these two Chargers defensive linemen, Joseph-Day's Bolts led by Justin Herbert or Fox's random choice, Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens. Its all alleged in a lawsuit filed this week against Dean Spanos that could tip the balance of power in the Spanos family and, almost certainly, usher in the sale of the National Football Leagues Chargers. The lawsuit was filed Thursday in San Joaquin County Superior Court by attorneys representing Dea Spanos Berberian, who is seeking sole control of a family trust that constitutes more than one-third of the Chargers' ownership. 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That's mostly because of a longstanding legal dispute that continued this week, when the sister of current Chargers owner Dean Spanos filed a lawsuit accusing her brother of "misogynistic" and "financially ruinous" business practices, arguing that the Spanos family has no choice but to sell the team in order to pay off its debts. Berberian claims that Dean's decision to relocate the Chargers from San Diego back to Los Angeles in 2017 has put the trust more than $358 million in debt. I'm talking about what do we really have? Alexis Spanos Ruhl also released an additional statement defending Dean. 1, Panthers' Bryce Young is all 'business now', Top picks Christian Gonzalez, Keion White reflect Patriots' ideal identity, Big takeaways from the NFL draft: A historic QB class, the rebuilt AFC South and new GMs thriving, NFL Nation sizes up all 259 draft selections, XFL semifinals: Defenders roll Sea Dragons, set up title showdown with Renegades. I know that the top two players in the Draft are from California. Thirty-six percent is part of a trust established by the parents. Litigation has emergedamong the members of the Spanos family regarding whether the Chargers should be sold. "The statements made in today's court filing about my brother Dean Spanos are outrageously untrue," the statement read. They would line me up in the backfield sometimes. According to Forbes.com, the teams worth in the spring 2021 was $2.6 billion. Take a look at top quotes from Chargers General Manager Tom Telesco, Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley and the Chargers draft picks' media availability from draft weekend: "He's big, strong and fast. We'll see when we get on the field. Spanos and Berberian were left as co-trustees of the trust after the deaths of Alex and Faye Spanos in 2018. I'm excited to get to work.". The Los Angeles Chargers today tendered kicker Cameron Dicker as an exclusive rights free agent and signed tackle Foster Sarell. The production was there, the intangibles were there. Being here three years I'm from Northeast Ohio, one of the special places in the country for football but Southern California, that's taking it to a different level. He's 21-years-old. Fox Doesn't Believe He'll Live to Be 80 as He Battles Parkinson's Disease, Nathan Fletcher's Accuser Speaks Publicly for First Time Since Filing Lawsuit, Escondido Middle School Teachers Sue Over District's Transgender Pronoun Policy, 25-Year-Old Makes $200/Hour Without a Bachelor's Degree: I Work Less Than 6 Hours a Day'. I played outside, inside, went in the backfield a few times. Steve Conner/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. I think that's why it's important to be connected, personnel and coaching, and really be aligned in your vision for the role and how you're going to utilize them. The plaintiffs are the sons of a Spanos sister, Dea Spanos Berberian. Steve Conner/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. The Mexican-American lefty likes to go on runs with his dog, Cam. Dean Spanos, co-owner of the Los Angeles Chargers , is mired in a family dispute that has prompted another court battle. Berberian's sons, Dimitri and Lex Economou, also previously filed a lawsuit against Dean Spanos, alleging that he secretly diverted money from the trust. His sister has filed a court petition arguing that debt has imperiled the family's finances and the only solution is to sell To walk in the room with Mike Williams and [WR] Keenan Allen, it can't get much better than that. A lot is expected of you. 342 (12) Get a behind-the-scenes look at 2023 first-round pick Quentin Johnston's first day with the Bolts! The Chargers will take on the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday at 1:25pm at State Farm Stadium. They accuse him of improperly re-directing money from the family trust that controls 36% of the team. Help us grow with a monthly contribution. When the Chargers moved to Los Angeles in 2017 after 56 seasons in San Diego, they faced the daunting task of paying off a $650 million relocation fee to the NFL and building a fan base in a market crowded with college and professional sports. Uncle Ardy from Pirnia Law Group shows off his Chargers buses that can be seen around SoFi Stadium on gameday. In a joint statement between siblings Alexis Spanos Ruhl, Dean and Michael, the families disputed the accusations made by their sister in her latest lawsuit. Spanos, Berberian and their siblings Michael Spanos and Alexandra Spanos Ruhl each own 15% of the Chargers franchise, with 36% managed by the family trust and the remaining 4% owned by non-family members. He was 95. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade), TCU quarterback Max Duggan (15) during the first half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football semifinal playoff game against Michigan, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, in Glendale, Arizona. Register and the Southern California News Group. Dea Spanos Berberian filed the suit Thursday in San Joaquin County Superior Court, as ESPN reported, seeking sole control of the Spanos Family Trust that constitutes more than one-third of the Chargers' ownership. That means being on the field as a linebacker, being on the field as a gunner or whatever it may be for special teams. ", "I like it. An attorney for Spanos, the report noted, issued a statement in which he labeled the claims meritless.. On his reaction to being selected by the Chargers: "It's kind of funny. These two guys really, I thought, took advantage of their opportunity in that setting.". This is normal state AGs often get involved with large charitable trusts. 1 / 10. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. "I always believed in the pursuit of one's dreams. She filed papers in Los Angeles Superior Court in April contending that the familys trust is riddled with so much debt that a sale of the NFL franchise is the only way to resolve the issue. The lawsuit, which was filed on Wednesday in San Joaquin County Superior Court by attorneys representing Dea Spanos Berberian, is seeking sole control of the family trust and asks the court to suspend and remove Spanos as co-trustee. Teaming up with my former teammate, Quentin Johnston, it's just a blessing. The California State Attorney General traditionally watches out for the interests of California-based charities in these types of cases, to make sure the interests of the charities are protected, this source wrote in an email. Aggressive Misogyny. Sam Hodde/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. Dimitri and Lex Economou, Spanos ", "I would describe it as being very violent, very physical at the point of attack. He's a young player with just three years in college. I was sitting there and watching, then, all of a sudden, my phone rings. Dean and his wife Susie have been honored for their charitable giving in the past. His four adult children Alexandra Spanos Ruhl, Michael Spanos, Dean Spanos and Berberian each owns 15% of the Chargers. I think that light goes on at different points for players. You're signing a rookie for four or five years, that's the vision. On drafting two players that participated in the club's local pro day and the quality of football in Southern California: "I know that Southern California is one of the premier places in the country to play football. The Spanos family owns 96 percent of the Chargers. I know that they'll take full advantage of it. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus). I think the same for Tuli [Tuipulotu]. The Los Angeles Chargers team, who defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers in an exciting finish on Nov. 22, has been in the Spanos family since 1984. Take a look through some photos of the Chargers 2023 sixth-round Draft pick DT Scott Matlock, from Boise State. To step in and watch guys who have done it and done it at a high level that are really masters of their craft, I think is really going to help them.". That sounds like me, sounds like [General Manager] Tom [Telesco], [Owner and Chairman of the Board] Dean Spanos. The Spanos family owns 96% of the Chargers. 21 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. The four charities involved here have all agreed/understand that the remaining monies due under the pledges will be paid once the trust settles up with the IRS.. Go in there, be a sponge, learn as much as you can, compete, add as much value as you can in whatever way or whatever role that is.". All rights reserved. The Spanos family has owned the Chargers since Spanos, a construction magnate from Stockton, bought a controlling interest for $48.3 million from Eugene Klein. Nearly four decades ago, the family patriarch, Alex Spanos, purchased a majority interest in the San Diego Chargers for $40 million. Dean Spanos has controlled the teams day-to-day management since 1994. I think that's the best thing about this is that you go into this team, this franchise, and you get to learn so much for people that are so knowledgeable, so talented, have been around it for a long time. That moved more than a third of the Chargers into a family trust, one that controls 36% of the team. On S Derwin James Jr. mentioning that he wanted to the team to select a 'dawg' and if WR Quentin Johnston 'fits' that description: "That sounds like exactly what we want. I'm super excited.". A private jet to get a haircut. Breaches of fiduciary duty. The Spanos brothers, her lawsuit argues, "believe to their cores that, regardless of what their parents intended and their wills specified, men are in charge and women should shut up. Similar to last season, the On this edition of Let's Play, defensive linemen Sebastian Joseph-Day and Morgan Fox face off in NHL 22. They noted that she doesnt have a large enough stake to force a sale. Secure your 2023 Season Ticket Memberships today! I've been in Texas all my life. I'm already liking it. The story of the Cowboys scout and prospect son Dallas just drafted, Legacy pick: Cardinals take great-great-nephew of team's first-ever draft pick. As a response, the three other siblings, Dean, Alexis Spanos Ruhl, and Michael Spanos, said, For the three of us, the Chargers is one of our familys most important legacies, just as it was for our parents. They said that theyre willing to buy their sisters share of the team. All Rights Reserved. The State AG in this case is NOT seeking to intervene in other words, the AG is not seeking to become a party to the case. I'm very happy and I'm very blessed. It's going to be good. Just a very exciting moment for myself and my family.". The trust controls 36%. Dean Spanos is the Chargers team owner and chairman of the board. That's crazy. The petition paints a bleak picture of its finances, estimating an annual shortfall of $11 million with little cash flow or reason to believe the numbers will improve. The Los Angeles Chargers today signed wide receiver Jalen Guyton. Dea Spanos Berberian wants to sell the team due to financial mismanagement. Hopefully, I can do that for the Chargers. That's why I was always available for special teams and why I will be available here for special teams because I feel like there's a joy, there's an art to it. They also disagree on what exactly the AGs involvement in the dispute implies for the case at hand. You're always thinking about your quarterback. Like I said, we're really glad that he's a teammate of Derwin James.". Please reload the page and try again. On being selected by the Chargers and his emotions upon receiving the call (Question from WR Quentin Johnston): "It was unbelievable. I know I will do it for the Chargers. 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The Los Angeles Chargers team, who defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers in an exciting finish on Nov. 22, has been in the Spanos family since 1984. ", "It's been 93 days since our last ball game, so we're ready to get started We're excited to start doing football. That's something that I got from my old coach it's football in extreme space. Alexander Spanos, the longtime owner of the San Diego Chargers, died on October 9 at the age of 95. Spanos bought his controlling stake in the Chargers in 1984. His grandchildren John and A.G. run the team, worth $1.9 billion net of debt. Spanos founded AG Spanos, one of the country's largest apartment developers, in 1960.

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