Aubrayo Franklin, Jackie Battle sign

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NFL32OT: Chargers Look To Get Back To Business

Episode 172: Darren Woodson and Mark Schlereth discuss the issues that plague the Chargers. The NFL32 crew break down the Broncos heading into the upcoming season.Tags: Denver Broncos, San Diego Chargers, Phillip Rivers, NFL32, NFL32OT

NFL32OT: Chargers Look To Get Back To Business

SAN DIEGO -- The San Diego Chargers have agreed on a one-year contract with free-agent defensive tackle Aubrayo Franklin.

The team announced the deal on Friday.

Franklin, a fifth-round pick by the Ravens in 2003, has played with Baltimore, the San Francisco 49ers and New Orleans Saints.

The 6-foot-1, 317-pound Franklin started nine games for the Saints last season and recorded 17 tackles. He has 204 career tackles.

The Chargers also agreed on a one-year contract Friday with running back Jackie Battle.

The 6-2, 238-pound Battle, who is a special teams standout, rushed for 597 yards and two touchdowns while adding nine receptions for 68 yards while playing for Kansas City last season.

The Chargers also released rookie free agent fullback Mohamed Marah.

Copyright 2012 by The Associated Press

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