Chargers exercise fifth-year option on Melvin Ingram

The aren't giving up on .The team on Tuesday exercised their fifth-year option for 2016 on the outside linebacker they snagged with the 18th overall pick of the Nasir Adderley Jersey 2012 , a source informed of the move told NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport. The added year will cost the $7.751 million.It's a strong show of faith in Ingram, who has appeared Jared Cook Jersey in just 13 games over the past two seasons. The fourth-year defender played in four games in 2013 after tearing his ACL the previous May. Last season, Ingram played just nine games after spending half the season on IR-recall with a hip injury. His four sacks last autumn marked a career high but that's coming from a player with just six total takedowns over three campaigns.It's worth noting that fifth-year options are not Lance Alworth Jersey guaranteed, meaning San Diego is simply locking down a player who displayed a fair amount of pa Zion Johnson Jersey s-rushing ability last season. "Melvin has flashed and shown when he's healthy ," retired linebacker said in February.The could use more help at outside linebacker. With on the open market, pre sure falls on Ingram and second-year pa s rusher to fulfill their potential. Running back stands out as San Diego's top draft need, but don't Storm Norton Jersey be surprised if the Bolts look for more pa s-rushing help during this year's selection proce s.The latest Podcast and breaks down team needs heading into the draft. Find more content on .