As it’s been seen again and again in the NFL, an elite quarterback can take you long ways. Peyton Manning and Tom Brady have excelled for years with sub-par defenses, and lackluster running games. Can Philip Rivers take that throne and turn the San Diego Chargers into his own team? The Chargers already boast a better defense than the Patriots and the Colts, having been ranked #1 overall in yards allowed in 2010, and ranking in at 16th in 2011. The Chargers also boast a healthier rushing offense than the Patriots and Colts, ranking in at 16th. Both seasons they failed to make the playoffs, giving up spots to teams that were way worse. So the question is, is it Philip Rivers fault? This past season, during the Chargers six game losing streak that ultimately put their postseason hopes in their grave, Rivers had a total of 12 turnovers; 10 interceptions and 2 fumble lost. In fact, this was one of his worst statistical season to date, with 20 interceptions and 5 fumbles lost. It’s ...
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