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Should the San Diego Chargers Be the Favorites in the AFC?

When the San Diego Chargers traded up in the 2015 draft to select Melvin Gordon, it was a signal of intent.

Intent that the franchise believed it was in position to contend in the AFC. Trading up for a running back in the first round is an aggressive move, a move that prioritizes immediate impact over long-term service at positions that are likely tougher to fill when building a roster.

The Chargers obviously view themselves as contenders in the AFC, but there aren't many others who do.

Pete Prisco of CBS Sports ranks the Chargers 16th in the NFL and eighth in the AFC.