The Chargers will release kicker Caleb Sturgis, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com (on Twitter). To replace him, the teams plans to promote Michael Badgley from the practice squad. 
The move hardly comes as a surprise after Sturgis missed a field goal and two extra points against the Seahawks on Sunday. It was his first game back from a quad injury, but even before that, he missed three field goals and four extra points.
While Sturgis was out, Badgley nailed all three of his field goal tries and went 7-for-7 on extra points, so they have reason to trust the 23-year-old over the veteran. His first assignment as the team’s “full-time” kicker will come on Sunday against the Raiders.
Despite Sturgis’ struggles, the Chargers pulled out a 25-17 win over the Seahawks. Riding a five game win streak, they now stand at 6-2 and have a real chance at catching the Chiefs for the divisional lead.
Hallelujah
That’s too bad. He was the MVP for San Diego Charger fans.
Went to UM while Badgley was there and the guy is a stud. Broke all time Miami scoring record and hit multiple clutch field goals during his Miami tenure. He has ice water in his veins and is extremely talented. Believe that he will be a stud kicker for years to come if given the chance. Happy for him.
It’s funny because Sturgis went to UF and did the exact same thing while balling out with Tebow and Aaron Hernandez , Miami UF rivalry remains alive and well lol