Chargers Win Big

Well the Chargers are on the board... winning big, 45 to 23 against Eli Manning and the NY Giants. Eli Manning had the best game of his career, but the Chargers offense exploited a Giants defense that is probably worse than the Chargers.

The Chargers took a 21-3 lead, but the Giants came back with 17 unanswered points to only trail by 1 at the half. Tomlinson would finish the day with 192 yards rushing, 3 rushing touchdowns, 1 passing touchdown, and 6 receptions for 28 yards... the fumble marred an otherwise spectacular performance by arguably the league's best runningback.

Gates and McCardell both had good games as well, which was fun to see...the entire Charger offense clicking, and for the first time this year.

Many of the 'hardcore' Charger fans are greatly concerned with the Charger defense...specifically the secondary. The upcoming games (@NE and Pittsburgh) seem to overshadow the first win of the season for the Chargers. But I contend that the Chargers need to approach every game with an 'attacking offense' mentality. That is, let the Charger offense dictate the game...like the Chargers of the 80's. The Chargers need to put up 50 points every game and make the other team match it. If the Charger team can limit turnovers and move the ball effectively, the pressure won't be as great for the defense...

I listened to the first half on the radio and made it back in town to watch the entire second half...was a good time!