Veteran safety Clinton Hart, acquired via waivers from the Eagles in 2004, will be staying with the San Diego Chargers for a long term.

Unless they cut him, of course.

The 30-year-old safety has inked a five-year deal, which runs through the 2012 season.  Terms have not yet been reported.

“I’m excited to be here and have another chance to help this team make a run,” Hart told the North County Times.  “The way I look at it, I’ve got five years to help them get a Super Bowl.  I’ll do my best and do whatever I can to help this team get to that point.”

Hart started every game for the Chargers in 2007, his most by far since starting nine games as a rookie with the Eagles in 2003.  He had five interceptions, 85 tackles, and one sack.