Los Angeles Chargers: 5 Reasons why they値l win the AFC West

[Concudan]

http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/los-angeles-chargers-5-reasons-why-they-ll-win-the-afc-west-060617

The Los Angeles Chargers are looking to bring the AFC West title to their new fans in LA and they just might be closer to doing that than you think.

The 2016 San Diego (Los Angeles) Chargers

Feb 22, 2017; Carson, CA, USA; General overall view of Los Angeles Chargers logo on the scoreboard at the StubHub Center. The venue will serve as the home of the Chargers for 2017 and 2018 seasons as part of owner Dean Spanos (not pictured) relocation of the franchise from San Diego. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports 5. Favorable Late-Season Schedule



Jan 29, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; AFC quarterback Philip Rivers of the San Diego Chargers (17) throws a pass against the NFC during the second half at the 2017 Pro Bowl at Citrus Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports 4. Philip Rivers

A broken leg is never something to take lightly

Oct 23, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; San Diego Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (28) celebrates after he scored a rushing touchdown in the first quarter of their game against the Atlanta Falcons at Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports 3. Melvin Gordon

According to Pro Football Reference, Gordon had 254 carries last season for 997 yards and a fantastic 10 touchdowns. Not to mention, he added 42 receptions for 419 yards and two touchdowns on top of that. Despite shaky offensive line play, the second-year player proved that he has the chops to be a dominant running back in this league. And now he has the chance to further make everyone believers in his ability.

The Chargers front office made life easier for the running back entering Year 3 in the draft. Forrest Lamp and Dan Feeney will bolster the offensive line and help open up more running lanes. If Gordon can stay healthy this season and Rivers gets the passing game going, Gordon may just run the Chargers to the AFC West Title and a home playoff game.


Dec 4, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; San Diego Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa (99) sacks Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) during the second quarter at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports 2. Joey Bosa

According to Pro Football Reference

Sep 13, 2015; San Diego, CA, USA; San Diego Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) reacts after a catch during the second half of the game against the Detroit Lions at Qualcomm Stadium. San Diego won 33-28. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports 1. The Chargers Receiving Corps

[Concudan]

While I love to see headlines like this... They are as meaningless as the obligatory "How many wins will the Chargers have in 2017" threads that spring up in all fan forums between the end of July and the start of September.

Any given Sunday, injuries, weather... All factors. But what I want to see this team improve in most of all is mental toughness... Last two seasons they seemed like they could not win from behind. Of course McCoy hiding his face on the sidelines did not help.

[Big Dog]

Young teams respond to rah-rah college-style coaches and Anthony Lynn is that guy and McCoy was not that guy. Think Marty ... our guys will be pumped and that will help us in the 4th quarter of close games ...

[Concudan]

Young teams respond to rah-rah college-style coaches and Anthony Lynn is that guy and McCoy was not that guy. Think Marty ... our guys will be pumped and that will help us in the 4th quarter of close games ...

I hope he is more than a rah-rah Marty guy. Marty's schtik got old at the end. His 'There is a gleam' speech lost its effectiveness. Not sure there are many Rah Rah coaches that are successful for long periods of time, at least I cant think of one from off the top of my head. Belicheck is not a rah rah guy.