Celebrating the Impact of Ernie Barnes During Black History Month

Chargers Digital

As part of the celebration of Black History Month, the Chargers organization is exploring the impact of former Bolts players throughout February. Up first is Ernie Barnes, well-known artist and former Chargers offensive lineman.

Born in Durham, North Carolina during the height of the Jim Crow era, Barnes is known as the first (and possibly only) American professional athlete to become a we