The 2011 schedules were released on Tuesday and Chargers coach Norv Turner believes his team's slate is conducive to a fast start. San Diego has been notorious for their slow starts, saved only by tremendous late-season runs. "There's no question," Turner said. "Being home three out of the first four, opening at home — we haven't done that in the last couple years. It's time for us to get off to a great start, and being at home should help us."

UCLA linebacker Akeem Ayers may continue his football career on the West Coast. Three AFC West teams are considering him as this month's NFL Draft approaches. Ayers has scheduled visits with the Broncos, Chargers and Chiefs, according to a source. RealGM's Jeff Risdon has the Lions drafting Ayers with the 13th overall pick in his latest mock draft.