San Diego Chargers' Offensive Tackle Marcus McNeill Reports to Team

ESPN’s Adam Schefter is reporting that San Diego Chargers' offensive tackle Marcus McNeill has reported to the team.

According to Schefter’s Twitter account, “OT Marcus McNeill signed his one-year, $630,000 tender. He will miss next 3 games, then be eligible to play against Patriots next month.”

This is welcome news for the Chargers, who have struggled in both running the ball as well as in pass protection. Current starter Brandyn Dombrowski will likely be back on the bench when McNeil returns, but could see playing time at other positions as needed.

This news has potentially important fantasy implications, as McNeil will give quarterback Philip Rivers more confidence in protecting his blind side, which should give him more time to find his receivers on the field.

Unfortunately, it won’t happen for at least another month or so as he gets back into football shape and serves his suspension.

This news leaves Chargers' wide receiver Vincent Jackson as the only player holding out. Jackson has remained strong on his morals and has said all season that he will not be budging on his contract expectations.

After the Chargers failed to move the disgruntled receiver, Jackson was quoted saying, “I just don't understand why [a trade wasn't completed]. They obviously think I'm a valuable player by asking for such high trade compensation, but why am I only offered tender salary?"

McNeil’s signing will likely have no effect on what happens with Jackson, as he seems content with sitting out the entire 2010 season.