Naturally, all discussion of the Chargers (present and future) begins with Philip Rivers. The ageless quarterback turned it loose again Sunday, throwing for 371 yards in San Diego’s come-from-behind, overtime win over NFC South-leading Atlanta.
But whatever happens from here for the Chargers, whether they make a playoff run or fire their head coach or pack up shop and move to Las Vegas, they can take solace in this: There is reason to be excited about the future, because of what they have done in the draft.
Just last season, San Diego appeared stuck in neutral—a roster shy on veterans to build around other than Rivers, with young talent unable to generate any momentum.