The Los Angeles Chargers got a favorable draw for the playoffs, facing off against an unexperienced New England Patriots offense that could yield them the playoff victory they have long sought after.
In many ways, this is the best possible scenario, especially given New England's lack of an imposing pass rush. If the Chargers are able to control the game script with their run game and their defense, it could prove to be a much closer matchup than many would anticipate.
However, Patriots writer Tom E. Curran, on NBC Sports Boston's show Quick Slants, pointed out the one thing that could truly prevent the Chargers from advancing: MVP-caliber quarterback Drake Maye.