In this week’s discussion with NBC 7 Sports Director Jim Laslavic, we talk about what the Chargers need to do going forward – and what they didn’t do Sunday night against the New England Patriots.
1. Are the Patriots the best team in the NFL?
Green Bay beat them last week 26-21. So the Packers and their fans would argue if the Pats are No. 1.
But keep in mind, there isn’t a trophy for being the best team in early December. The trophy is for the best team in February.
Their coaching staff might be the best in the business right now. On both sides of the football they schemed well against the Chargers. After a loss, it’s in the coaches’ handbook of quotes to say your ream was outcoached. Sunday night it was true.
2. Why couldn’t the receivers get open?
The simple answer, pressure on Philip Rivers and outstanding coverage. But again, the Patriots were put in position to win.
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Obviously they took note when Keenan Allen caught 11 passes against the Ravens. The result, two catches for three yards. The Pats had a plan and it worked. Same is true for the Chargers. Keep in mind, the Pats had four straight three-and-outs to start the second half.
3. Who would you rather have: Tom Brady or Philip Rivers?
You can’t go wrong with either. How is that for avoiding the question? Certainly would like to have Brady’s Super Bowl ring collection
4. Why are there so many damn Pats fans in San Diego?
We’re the coolest town to live in the country. And they buy tickets. I keep telling myself, they’re helping pay the bills.
5. What chances do you give the Chargers to beat the Broncos on Sunday?
They won last Dec. 12 in Denver. So why not in the Q?
Interesting that Peyton Manning is passing for fewer yards. Ball control will be important. Keep Manning and his buddies on the sidelines. It figures to be a field position type of game. The cover teams need to do a better job.
So yes, they have a chance. A very good chance of beating the Broncos.
