Just how the Vikings-Chargers game turns out on Sunday may have a lot to do with how the Chargers are feeling after just being eliminated from playoff contention. The Chargers look good on paper, and have several big name players on their roster, but they’re 5-8 for a reason.
Chargers Look Good on Paper, But...
Looking at the Chargers on paper, they stack up pretty well, particularly on defense. Defensively they’ve ranked 8th in points allowed and 4th in yards allowed. Offensively they’re decent, ranking 18th in points and 10th in yards.
But they’re 5-8 for a reason, and that largely comes down to turnovers and situational football.