Los Angeles Chargers: 3 Most telling stats from 2016

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CLEVELAND, OH – DECEMBER 24: Philip Rivers #17 of the San Diego Chargers passes in the second half against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on December 24, 2016 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) /

1. Philip Rivers: 21 Interceptions

If there’s one big reason why the Chargers finished the season with only five wins, it’s because the team turned the football over far too much. According to Pro Football Reference, Rivers’ 21 interceptions was actually the most picks he has ever thrown in one season in his 13 year NFL career.

That being said, I think we can definitely chalk some of those interceptions up to him not having enough time to go through is progressions. The Chargers offensive line was terrible last season and even though he has played behind worse offensive fronts, Rivers was still sacked 36 times.

I’ve never been sacked by an NFL defensive lineman, but those sack numbers still make me cringe.

Los Angeles addressed their needs on the offensive line this offseason and it looks as though they could have up to three new starters up front. With that talent that the Chargers have at the receiver position, it would be a real shame if those starting five lineman couldn’t Philip Rivers more than last season.

Next: Can The Chargers Win 10 Games In 2017?

Here’s to hoping that Philip Rivers can stay upright for the most part of 2017.

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