By this point in 2018, most were impressed that the Chargers finally seemed to be changing their ‘business as usual’ routines. The 2017 season had been one of attrition, but the team’s fantastic 2nd half run gave them all of the hope in the world for Anthony Lynn and company.
The Chargers have a reputation of being gun-shy when it comes to splashy free agent signings and slam-dunk trades. The largest and most eye-opening move in the franchise’s history was the unusual QB trade between Eli Manning and Philip Rivers. As we all remember, the Chargers’ hand was largely forced to make some sort of move, but it still qualifies.