It won't happen.

After months of rumors and theories by fans and even some media about the Chargers' interest in the former Defensive Player of the Year, a report on NFL Network on Thursday gave the speculation an air of legitimacy.

The Chargers are forbidden from talking about a player under contract, but sources familiar with the thinking of the team's decision-makers have said emphatically that the Chargers have no interest in the Miami Dolphins defensive end and aspiring actor.

The combination of his age, salary, what is seen as diminishing skills and his perceived lack of commitment to football quashed any interest by the Chargers. According to sources, the Chargers have not discussed a trade for Taylor with the Dolphins or Taylor's agent.

Taylor, 34, is to make almost $8 million in 2008.

He has upset his current boss, Bill Parcells, by skipping offseason workouts to participate in “Dancing With the Stars.”

Taylor finished second to Kristi Yamaguchi this week in the popular television show.

Taylor reportedly has requested a trade, though he was quoted this week saying he would like to stay in Miami. Conflicting reports have the Dolphins trying to trade the six-time Pro Bowler and taking him off the trading block.

Taylor said after his “Dancing” stint that he was ready to concentrate on football.

But he reportedly is spending this week meeting with Hollywood executives, and Dolphins coach Tony Sparano said Wednesday the team has been informed Taylor will not participate in any of the team's offseason workouts.

Kevin Acee: (619) 293-1857; kevin.acee@uniontrib.com