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The greatest fullback in Chargers history Lorenzo Neal hops on the mic with Chargers Play-By-Play Broadcaster Matt "Money" Smith to talk all things Jim Harbaugh, Justin Herbert, and the Los Angeles Chargers. Neal spent 16 seasons in the NFL creating rushing lanes for elite running backs, including five with the then-San Diego Chargers.
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Dec 29, 2025 • 47min
Chargers suffer frustrating self-inflicted loss
After calling Chargers vs. Texans, Matt “Money” Smith breaks down the loss, highlighting the self-inflicted mistakes that proved costly and what it all means for the Chargers’ playoff path Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 24, 2025 • 47min
Chargers Prepare for Defensive Duel vs. the Texans | Chargers control their own destiny
In this episode, Matt “Money” Smith and Lorenzo Nealbreak down the Chargers’ big win over the Cowboys, and dive deep into the implications of the upcoming matchup against the Houston Texans. They talk about Coach Jim Harbaugh bringing back-to-back 11+ win seasons to the franchise, playoff positioning, and the strengths of the team’s run game, especially the emergence of Omarion Hampton. The conversation covers strategies for both offense and defense, with emphasis on protecting Justin Herbert, winning the turnover battle, and the defense’s emergence as a force. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 22, 2025 • 1h
Justin Herbert was DOMINANT against the Cowboys | Defense Lights Out in the 2nd Half
After calling the game and flying home from Dallas, Matt “Money” Smith recaps a statement win for the Chargers. With the victory, LA now controls its destiny in the AFC West. Money breaks down how Justin Herbert stayed clean all night, wasn’t sacked once, and delivered a 300-yard performance, plus what this indicates about where the team is headed as the playoff push ramps up. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 17, 2025 • 51min
Chargers Lights Out Defense, Offense Finds it's Rhythm
The episode kicks off with Matt Money Smith and Lorenzo Neal discussing the Chargers’ impressive win over the Chiefs, highlighting how the team’s defense dominated and essentially ended Kansas City’s playoff hopes. They praise the Chargers’ physical style of play, especially on defense, and note the impact of players like Khalil Mack and Derwin James, as well as the improved defensive scheme under coordinator Jesse Minter. They dive into the offense’s performance, recognizing the run game’s physicality but also expressing concerns about its inability to turn red-zone trips into touchdowns consistently. Looking ahead, they preview the upcoming game against the Cowboys and discuss playoff scenarios, emphasizing that if the Chargers’ offense can hit 24 points, the defense is good enough to make the team a real contender. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 15, 2025 • 57min
The Harbaugh Effect: Making a Case for this Chargers Team | Big win over the Chiefs
After calling the game, Matt “Money” Smith hops on for a postgame reaction to the Chargers’ win over the Chiefs, eliminating Kansas City from playoff contention and handing Patrick Mahomes his third straight loss for the first time since his Texas Tech days. Money breaks down how the Chargers overcame adversity, how the defense rose with clutch plays, and what this win says about the culture and belief inside the locker room. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 10, 2025 • 1h 1min
Run the Ball. Protect Herbert. Knock Out the Chiefs
In this episode, Matt ‘Money” Smith and Lorenzo Neal break down a critical Chargers win over the Eagles, focusing on the team’s defensive dominance and the struggles of the offensive line. They praise the defense for playing lights out and discuss how the offense, led by a tough performance from Justin Herbert. Looking ahead, they preview the upcoming matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs, emphasizing the importance of ball security and a strong running game, especially given the Chiefs’ current struggles and the Chargers' chance to secure a playoff spot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 9, 2025 • 41min
Postgame Reaction Matt "Money" Smith: Chargers win in OT thriller
After calling the overtime Monday Night Football thriller, Matt “Money” Smith jumps on to recap the game. Nearly losing his voice from the excitement, Money breaks down the key moments from Cam Hart’s tip to Tony Jefferson’s interception and what Justin Herbert pulled off while playing with a broken hand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 4, 2025 • 45min
Can the Chargers Keep Philly in a Rut? | Herbert Hopeful
In the latest episode of Bleav in Chargers, Matt “Money” Smith and Lorenzo Neal discuss the team's gritty victory against the Raiders. The conversation focuses on defensive strategies, particularly the increased use of man coverage, blitzes, and effective run-stopping tactics that proved successful against the Raiders.
They also emphasize the impressive performance of Kimani Vidal and comment on the stability of the current offensive line. Finally, they look ahead to Monday Night Football against the Eagles, discussing expectations regarding Justin Herbert's injured hand and what more snaps from Trey Lance could mean for the team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 24, 2025 • 1h 10min
Wide Open Playoff Race for the Chargers | Stopping the Ground Game
Matt “ Money” Smith and Lorenzo Neal dive into the Chargers' status coming out of their bye week, heading into Thanksgiving, and preview their upcoming matchup against the Raiders. They discuss the challenging AFC landscape, noting there’s no truly dominant team. They emphasize the Raiders game as a must-win for the Chargers and evaluate the team's playoff prospects and the current division standings, making sense of the schedule and the crucial games ahead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 19, 2025 • 38min
Re-Charge Week Before Raiding the Black & Silver
On the latest episode of Bleav in Chargers, Lorenzo Neal and Matt "Money" Smith dive into the team's recent tough loss, reflecting on what went wrong and identifying areas for improvement. They discuss the lack of energy and execution from every position group on the field, with a particular focus on the struggles of both the offensive and defensive lines. They emphasize the importance of the upcoming bye week, which comes at a crucial time before facing the Raiders, allowing the team to regain momentum for a playoff push. Be sure to join Money and Lo next week at 8:30 PM PT for a live show ahead of the Raiders game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


