Chargers may have gotten the steal of the offseason with re-emerging veteran

As the Los Angeles Chargers have alternatively climbed and stumbled to a 7-4 record through the first 11 weeks of the season, their defense, which was one of the best in the league a season ago, has seen both its highs and its lows, exemplifying some of the shakiness and inconsistency that has defined the team as a whole this season. Yet, one offseason signing, cornerback Donte Jackson, has been a bright spot for the team with his capable coverage and big-play ability, and, as his excellent performance continues, it is clear that the Chargers got perhaps the steal of the offseason with his two-year, $13 million contract. Although Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater will return next season, it is hard to imagine this team becoming a Super Bowl contender based on their offense alone. Instead, they will need to identify the cornerstones of their defense and continue to build a formidable unit on that side of the ball. With Jackson under contract at a relatively low number next season as well, he could very well be one o