Do you think Phillip Rivers will take the chargers to the next step?
411190
No, not this year, he doesnt have the game experince and not only that his divsion has 2 other good teams to battle and get past. I would say 8-8 1st year as a starter and then 10-6
23676
The Chargers have proven that they can beat the best of the best at their home stadiums. The beat New England at Foxboro, who had won something like 21 consecutive home games before losing to the Chargers. And they Beat Indy at Indy where the Colts were not only playing for a perfect season, but they hadn't lost at home since early 2004. \n\nThe Chargers are a much better team than they're given credit for, but unfortunately, they play down to their competition. Earlier on, they had chances to bury teams and they didn't, which can be blamed on Marty Schottenheimer's coaching practices and the distinct possibility the Chargers were looking ahead in the schedule.\n\nAs Tony Dungy said this past weekend after the loss to the Chargers, the bolts are a formidible opponent that NO ONE is going to want to play in the playoffs. Should they get lucky and make the playoffs, I think they have the talent, especially offensively, to make it to the big dance and quite possibly win it. They've proven that they can win in hostile environments and therefore I think they can do well in the playoffs and reach the Super Bowl.
1126570
If they do, will they go much farther.  I'm so disappointed with this team.  I can't believe how they look, I never anticipated this.
957477
Denvers defense may edge out the chargers(2cents: even though I'm a Bolts fan, I don't think the NFL should use yards to judge best D, points is the true test), even with all our starters, but if you combine the 'scores' of their respective offenses and defenses, Chargers come out on top. \n\nIt will be very tough (the last time we won in Denver was 1994! --of course many of those years were the Elway years, which is kinda neglected when people say that stat -- but this is the best Chargers team assembled IMO, and definitely not the best Broncos team), but I think the Chargers have what it takes to get it done. \n\nA win will give them major momentum (of course Denver is the only other challenge after.....denver, and the 2nd time is in our house) and ensure an even better record.
267502
Yes. The dolphim did well last year with a mediocre quarterback. With Daunte on the team they have a shoot at a play off birth this year. If the dolphins can put some talent around Culpepper I can easily see him getting them to the superbowl.
713535
Not me!!!!!!!!!\nLast time I checked Marty Schottenheimer is still the coach of the Chargers!!!!!!
811472
Start Rivers, with LT there will be better chances that Rivers will throw more.
958142
I don't think he'll last the rest of the season, and I wouldn't be surprised to see him gone sometime around Christmas.\n\nI know he hasn't been given a great deal to work with in St. Louis, but that team looks lost with him at the helm.  I would have expected him to improve at least a little on last year's poor performance, but it looks like they're headed for another 45-loss season this time around.\n\nI don't know that there's anyone out there right now who could coach this group into the playoffs, but I think they need to try something else.  There are vets like Hitchcock and Pat Quinn out there, or they could give the job to an unproven who might be able to motivate the team.  Either way, they need to do something, or just settle in for a terrible season.
800736
Without a doubt I think they'll still make it in. In order to take the West they'll have to at least tie with San Diego and have the better divisional record. Even if they don't and just get a wildcard that's still a playoff berth. I have faith in Jay Cutler. I think he'll breathe new life into a team demoralized by Plummer's poor play. It'll be exciting to see what he can do under pressure.\n\nAs for next year's draft, Shanahan knows how to trade for what he wants.
741055
I think the Chargers will upset the Colts in the AFC Champsionship. Look for a Chargers/Bears Bowl! (Although I'd love to see a Philip Rivers/Eli Manning showdown.)
741249
Rivers QB rating is the best in the league when playing Away. His rating is 103.9. So I don't think that will be a factor. I think they both will be pretty even here, however, I would go will Rivers because he has started more games and has proven that he can be consistent.
237023
I like Sinrice Moss, the WR from Miami.  He has the ability to get down the field for the big play.  I think that would compliment the short passing game they have with Gates, who can breakout after the catch, and would make McCardell a possesion reciever, which he should be.\n\nRivers is the big question mark though.  He hasn't had much experience.  That could hurt the Chargers this year.  They're in what could be the toughest conference in the NFL, Oakland aside.  Could be a tough season, I think they miss the playoffs by a game or two.
1081408
I think they will win 1-3 more games because of him, but it can't be hard for them to be better than they were last year. They have Drew Brees this year too, so that will help them as well. I think they will go 6-10.
699770
I don't think so. No.\nPut that extra point up, always.\nWorry about that situation towards/into the 4th quarter.
740916
Slow development, like all true rookies.\n\nThey are going to have a tough road to get a wildcard, with Seattle, Cincy and San Diego on the schedule.\n\nCutler is smart enough not to make some of the bonehead mistakes Plummer makes.  He's got a better arm, and he was used to making due with less talent at Vandy.\n\nThere's more wrong in Denver than just Plummer.  The O-line is dinged, and the Bell's are not the answer at RB.  The once vaunted defensive has lost Ferguson and Brandon.\n\nStill, why not start the future now.  Cutler can use the work, and hopefull hit the ground running next season, win or lose.
583584
No, They already put a lot of money into Arron Rodgers wether he will be good or not is still left to be seen. Also it is not certain that Farve is leaving next year, which is something he said.  Although Matt my become a great QB, he will at least be a good qb, they had several more pressing needs on the Defensive side of the ball and AJ hawk will be a great player. He flies all over the field. With him, Nick Barnet and abdol hodge(their other LB drafted this year) will allow them to build around three fast and good LB's on the side of the ball that wins championships. D-FENSE!!!!
727550
Definitely start Rivers.  Oakland's D maybe underrated, but so is Rivers.  With Tomlinson to actually throw the ball to, he is in a fantastic position.