As a Charger fan for over 30 years, I wanted to give an opposing view on this game and why it worries me.
I know all about the ranking and where SD's offense is ranked versus Buffalo's defense. I understand the "weak" schedule argument of the Chargers. Obvioulsy none of that matters on gameday as any team can win on any given Sunday.
Here's what worries me about the game.
And as always, here's to a good game with NO injuries!
I know all about the ranking and where SD's offense is ranked versus Buffalo's defense. I understand the "weak" schedule argument of the Chargers. Obvioulsy none of that matters on gameday as any team can win on any given Sunday.
Here's what worries me about the game.
- It's now week 13 of the NFL. Teams are starting to plan more effectively against the Chargers.
- Bills are playing inspired football these past 2 weeks. SD has a tendency to give up too many "big" plays.
- The weather can limit the offensive production of the Chargers.
- Marty. Although Cam is calling the plays, Marty is still the head coach and has the right to make changes at any time.
- History. Other than the 94 season, the Chargers have yet to truly learn how to close out a season.
- Having a healthy team and Merriman back forms what is arguably the best front 7 in football. Applying pressure on JP to disrupt the offensive flow of the Bills.
- LT, even when teams "slow" him down, he still kills you and chews up clock time.
- Gates. If you stuff the box, you're forced to play man-to-man at the corners. That tends to leave a LB covering Gates which is a mismatch in the Chargers favor.
- The Chargers may not have a superstar wideout, but have 4 servicable WR's in McCardell, Parker, Jackson & Floyd. When teams focus on shutting down LT or Gates, one of these guys are good for the mid range 8-12 yard catch. If nothing else, Jackson & Floyd are tall enough for the jump ball thrown to the corners of the end zone.
And as always, here's to a good game with NO injuries!
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