Marty Schottenheimer will return to coach the San Diego Chargers in 2007-2008, but he turned down a one-year extension worth $4.5 million.
Despite 205 career wins, Schottenheimer has not exactly been successful in the playoffs, demonstrated by his 5-13 record in post-season play.
Schottenheimer led the Chargers to an NFL-best 14-2 and a first-round bye in the playoffs this past season, only to fall to the New England Patriots, 24-21, in the Divisional Round. The loss further raised questions about Schottenheimer's job security, as his head coaching duties were said to be on the line last weekend.
"Martyball" also led San Diego to a 12-4 record and an AFC West title in the 2004-2005 season, but lost to the New York Jets in the Wild Card Round. He has gone 35-13 in his past three seasons as Chargers' coach, taking the team to the playoffs twice in that span.
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