Chargers' GM A.J. Smith called LaDainian Tomlinson on Monday in an effort to clear the air regarding their recent public back-and-forth. "It was important to me that LT know exactly what happened," Smith said on the team's site. "I just answered a question, and unfortunately my response was inappropriate. After reading my response to the question, I can see why it was interpreted the way it was. I absolutely meant no disrespect toward LT ? none. I have the utmost respect for him on two fronts ? as a player and as a person." San Diego is considering what to do with Tomlinson, who is due to make $6.725 million and count $8.79 million against the salary cap in 2009.