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TFD: Norv Turner and A.J. Smith are still gainfully employed

Good times.

By Michael Rand

January 3, 2012 at 11:20PM
(The Minnesota Star Tribune)
(The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Sorry, Chargers fans. Here is the money quote about head coach Norv Turner and GM A.J. Smith from your owner, Dean Spanos:

"We all have our quirks and faults, but I want A.J. and Norv on my side. They are the right men to help us win a championship."

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Michael Rand

Columnist / Reporter

Michael Rand is the Minnesota Star Tribune's Digital Sports Senior Writer and host/creator of the Daily Delivery podcast. In 25 years covering Minnesota sports at the Minnesota Star Tribune, he has seen just about everything (except, of course, a Vikings Super Bowl).

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