Well, it's here. Sunday. Are you ready for some football? Some San Diego Chargers football? Today is the 104th time Denver and San Diego will meet. All-time, Denver is 54-48-1. However, this includes a 19-32 record on the road against San Diego. So, we already beat the Donkeys in their house, here are some reasons we will beat them at home.
1. Powder blue - It is finally time to bust out the powder blue jerseys. This is typically a win for the Chargers. That said, they are wearing them again on 12/18, so does that mean two wins?
2. Thanksgiving - This is a time for giving. Time for the Broncos to give the Chargers a few turnovers, a pick six and a run back on kickoff would be very nice of them.
3. November - Well, maybe November is no longer our month. I haven't heard anyone say "Norvember" for weeks, so at least some good came of the losing streak.
4. The ground game - Denver has not been having Tebow throw a lot yet and have depended on running the ball. The Chargers defense will be prepared.
5. Junior Seau - Junior will be at the game and inducted into Chargers Hall of Fame. His presence on the field will certainly motivate the players to perform at a higher level. Oh, and did I mention he will be introduced by Dan Fouts? This is the game to win.
It's time for the Chargers to decide if they are going to perform or just ride out the season being mediocre. The cheese is in the crock pot, the bar has been stocked and the TV's are all going to be tuned into the game. The Chargers can win this game.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Note: I looked around for a throwback jersey win-loss statistic with no luck. Anyone know it?
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Chargers at Bears - Week 11
Like Philip Rivers, I believe it is time for one of those games where we are proud to be Chargers fans. Where we are jumping off the couch and screaming at the TV because of great plays. Where no guacamole will be uneaten due to loss of appetite and hands will hurt from celebratory high fives. Yes, we are due.
With week eleven here, we are looking for the Chargers to perform well in Chicago, where they will meet the Bears. The Bears are riding a four game winning streak. They are also 4-1 at home. Oh, and did I mention that they love to take the ball away? The Bears have forced twelve turnovers with six of those coming in last weeks game against the Lions. The Bears also have Devin Hester. He is not the guy we want to be facing when proving a point. The Chargers strategy with him needs to be to kick it through the end zone or even take the out of bounds penalty.
Did I mention the Chargers banged up O-line with Dielman out for the season? With McNeill and Vasquez missing practices this week as well. Rivers random throws to the wrong team and Vincent Jackson and his inability to pay attention? These are concerns, but not show stoppers. We spent this week patching up the line. Rivers, Jackson and Gates had time to rest up and work together. Mathews spent time practicing his blocking and ball handling. The attitude on the airplane will be to win or watch the Raiders take the division.
Ok, so where is the good news you ask? It's all there, you just need to read between the lines.
1. Rivers and Cutler do not like each other. Both will be trying to show the other that they are better with many passes into the end zone. Rivers will have more passing yards, TD's and zero turnovers.
2. The Bears are going in thinking "we got this". They will be over confident and facing a Chargers team that knows they need to win, and win now.
3. Chargers are coming off a long week of rest. Gates, VJ, Brinkley and Mathews are going to blow it up like we have not seen yet this season. Start them in your FF my friends.
4. Last time the Chargers played the Bears, the Chargers won 14-3. That game also broke a four game winning streak. Coincidence? I think not.
5. Check the calendar. It's November. It's time to win.
Boltup!
ChargerGirl Cindi
With week eleven here, we are looking for the Chargers to perform well in Chicago, where they will meet the Bears. The Bears are riding a four game winning streak. They are also 4-1 at home. Oh, and did I mention that they love to take the ball away? The Bears have forced twelve turnovers with six of those coming in last weeks game against the Lions. The Bears also have Devin Hester. He is not the guy we want to be facing when proving a point. The Chargers strategy with him needs to be to kick it through the end zone or even take the out of bounds penalty.
Did I mention the Chargers banged up O-line with Dielman out for the season? With McNeill and Vasquez missing practices this week as well. Rivers random throws to the wrong team and Vincent Jackson and his inability to pay attention? These are concerns, but not show stoppers. We spent this week patching up the line. Rivers, Jackson and Gates had time to rest up and work together. Mathews spent time practicing his blocking and ball handling. The attitude on the airplane will be to win or watch the Raiders take the division.
Ok, so where is the good news you ask? It's all there, you just need to read between the lines.
1. Rivers and Cutler do not like each other. Both will be trying to show the other that they are better with many passes into the end zone. Rivers will have more passing yards, TD's and zero turnovers.
2. The Bears are going in thinking "we got this". They will be over confident and facing a Chargers team that knows they need to win, and win now.
3. Chargers are coming off a long week of rest. Gates, VJ, Brinkley and Mathews are going to blow it up like we have not seen yet this season. Start them in your FF my friends.
4. Last time the Chargers played the Bears, the Chargers won 14-3. That game also broke a four game winning streak. Coincidence? I think not.
5. Check the calendar. It's November. It's time to win.
Boltup!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
The Punch List - Week 10
By popular demand, here is the first installment of my new weekly blog called The Punch List. Obviously, this will be a list of those who have made us so angry that we would like to punch them. I think I will handle it in similar fashion to a musical top 10 list. So, people will stay on the list and drop off based on comments, news and my mood.
Originally, I thought this might just be for the Chargers. Then I realized some others in the NFL needed to be added. However, after events of the last couple weeks, college football needs to be included as well. Here we go.
10. The entire OL for the Chargers. Seriously boys, you are not manning a turnstile at an amusement park here!
9. Greg Manusky - What can I say? You need to learn how to run a defense.
8. Hal Hunter - Sorry Hal, you doing a less than stellar job of making sure your guys keep Rivers safe.
7. Vincent Jackson - He isn't even trying to catch the ball!
6. The Oakland Raiders - This is a San Diego Chargers blog site. Of course they are on the list.
5. AJ Smith - One of the worst GM's in the NFL. The more I read on this guy the more punchy I get!
4. Rex Ryan - Telling fans to STFU is very uncool. He thinks he is such a bad ass, but he is just a big jerk.
3. Norv Turner - See previous post on Norv Turner (he may never get off the list).
2. Joe Paterno - Penn State will forever be tainted because he chose football over children.
1. Jerry Sandusky - No explanation needed here. I feel so badly for his victims and the parents that trusted him. (click the link and watch Jon Stewarts take)
I do not think anyone will disagree with this weeks number one choice. Chime in for next week.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Originally, I thought this might just be for the Chargers. Then I realized some others in the NFL needed to be added. However, after events of the last couple weeks, college football needs to be included as well. Here we go.
10. The entire OL for the Chargers. Seriously boys, you are not manning a turnstile at an amusement park here!
9. Greg Manusky - What can I say? You need to learn how to run a defense.
8. Hal Hunter - Sorry Hal, you doing a less than stellar job of making sure your guys keep Rivers safe.
7. Vincent Jackson - He isn't even trying to catch the ball!
6. The Oakland Raiders - This is a San Diego Chargers blog site. Of course they are on the list.
5. AJ Smith - One of the worst GM's in the NFL. The more I read on this guy the more punchy I get!
4. Rex Ryan - Telling fans to STFU is very uncool. He thinks he is such a bad ass, but he is just a big jerk.
3. Norv Turner - See previous post on Norv Turner (he may never get off the list).
2. Joe Paterno - Penn State will forever be tainted because he chose football over children.
1. Jerry Sandusky - No explanation needed here. I feel so badly for his victims and the parents that trusted him. (click the link and watch Jon Stewarts take)
I do not think anyone will disagree with this weeks number one choice. Chime in for next week.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Rivers - I still believe!
Philip Rivers did a radio interview today with XX Sports Radio's Darren Smith. You can read it all here (http://sportsradiointerviews.com/2011/11/15/nfl-week-11-previews-afc-west-standings-san-diego-chargers-qb-stats/) but here are some highlights.
When asked if having a Thursday game was nice, Rivers had to take a deep breath. Then he talked about how losing four in a row and the last one being to the Raiders was tough. He said that is was good to have a long week for letting mind and body heal.
On his large number of interceptions Philip said "I think it’s a combination of some things." Really? I think it has been too. He also admitted "There’s a fine line between being smart and being carless". Philip basically takes full ownership of what has happened, admits he trying to stay aggressive and still not give the ball away and that it's bugging him.
Smith asked if Rivers thinks the Chargers will make the playoffs. “It remains to be seen but I certainly still believe that we can be a playoff team." As long as Philip still believes then so do I. With our division performing so poorly, it really still is any teams division to take.
Last question peaked my interest. Smith asked Rivers if he has thought about having to answer questions about Norv Turner getting fired. Rivers response, “I haven’t because I believe we’re gonna get it turned around. You even said I’m the ultimate optimist so I don’t expect to have to answer any of those questions.”
Philip Rivers still believes and I believe in Philip Rivers.
ChargerGirl Cindi
When asked if having a Thursday game was nice, Rivers had to take a deep breath. Then he talked about how losing four in a row and the last one being to the Raiders was tough. He said that is was good to have a long week for letting mind and body heal.
On his large number of interceptions Philip said "I think it’s a combination of some things." Really? I think it has been too. He also admitted "There’s a fine line between being smart and being carless". Philip basically takes full ownership of what has happened, admits he trying to stay aggressive and still not give the ball away and that it's bugging him.
Smith asked if Rivers thinks the Chargers will make the playoffs. “It remains to be seen but I certainly still believe that we can be a playoff team." As long as Philip still believes then so do I. With our division performing so poorly, it really still is any teams division to take.
Last question peaked my interest. Smith asked Rivers if he has thought about having to answer questions about Norv Turner getting fired. Rivers response, “I haven’t because I believe we’re gonna get it turned around. You even said I’m the ultimate optimist so I don’t expect to have to answer any of those questions.”
Philip Rivers still believes and I believe in Philip Rivers.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Top 10 Reasons to Fire Norv Turner
I thought coming up with this list would be tricky. Turns out, I had to scale it down. Turner has some NFL records, but they are in spite of his coaching ability and the fact that he keeps getting hired. One of those records has him as the coach who has LOST the most games. With that record, why he was hired in San Diego after being fired from Oakland and Washington will forever remain a mystery. Another mystery is why, with his continued inability to coach does he remain? I took the liberty of coming up with some notes that the Spanos family can use during his exit interview.
1. Pushed LT out. The season Before Turner arrived the Chargers won every game where LT touched the ball more than 11 times. Turner came in determined to enlist a 'passing offense' not only limiting LTs carries, but essentially breaking what worked, San Diegos ability to move the ball and win games.
2. Cannot read a clock. Poor time management and the inability to run a hurry up offense is inexcusable. Even if you are in the lead, if you have 30 seconds left use them.
3. Lackluster play calling. Okay, let's not sugarcoat it. Turners play calling is about as exciting as a trip to the dentist. I look forward to it with about the same anxiety. He has no understanding of a run or pass offense and needs to go back to football 101.
4. Poor use of players. I am not sure if he knows coaches are allowed to use more than one player at each position during the game. It's crazy not to use all the tools in your toolbox.
5. Attitude. Turner stands on the sideline and acts bored. It pisses me off. I want to see spit flying out of my coaches mouth because he is screaming at someone for making a mistake. I kid you not, If I was coaching the Chargers and one of the guys got a stupid penalty, three times, I would be grabbing their face mask and screaming in their face.
6. Inability to learn. Not sure if this is the same as #7, but we know certain things do not work and certain things work. Norv does not know how to grasp this concept.
7. Stupidity. "we gotta find a way to finish games". No shit. Is this something you just realized? How did he say that and not get fired that very day? I don't care if it was mid-season, anyone could come in and do better. Literally anyone.
8. Accountability. Norv has a leave the players alone attitude. Players need curfews, rules and babysitters during the season. It IS a big deal if they are at a strip club until 2 am the night before a game. It's the head coaches job to make players accountable and do what is right for the team.
9. Evasive. When asked about Deilmans concussion and the steps that were taken to ensure his safety, Turner got mad and refused to answer further questions. Sounds to me like he felt guilty. Man up.
10. Makes every single Chargers fan angry. There is not a single San Diego Chargers fan who wants him as our head coach. I did a survey of Chargers and non-Chargers fans. 100% voted him out and 80% said they would like to see me punch him in the face. (that last part was not on the survey!)
Time for you to chime in with yours and vent.
ChargerGirl Cindi
1. Pushed LT out. The season Before Turner arrived the Chargers won every game where LT touched the ball more than 11 times. Turner came in determined to enlist a 'passing offense' not only limiting LTs carries, but essentially breaking what worked, San Diegos ability to move the ball and win games.
2. Cannot read a clock. Poor time management and the inability to run a hurry up offense is inexcusable. Even if you are in the lead, if you have 30 seconds left use them.
3. Lackluster play calling. Okay, let's not sugarcoat it. Turners play calling is about as exciting as a trip to the dentist. I look forward to it with about the same anxiety. He has no understanding of a run or pass offense and needs to go back to football 101.
4. Poor use of players. I am not sure if he knows coaches are allowed to use more than one player at each position during the game. It's crazy not to use all the tools in your toolbox.
5. Attitude. Turner stands on the sideline and acts bored. It pisses me off. I want to see spit flying out of my coaches mouth because he is screaming at someone for making a mistake. I kid you not, If I was coaching the Chargers and one of the guys got a stupid penalty, three times, I would be grabbing their face mask and screaming in their face.
6. Inability to learn. Not sure if this is the same as #7, but we know certain things do not work and certain things work. Norv does not know how to grasp this concept.
7. Stupidity. "we gotta find a way to finish games". No shit. Is this something you just realized? How did he say that and not get fired that very day? I don't care if it was mid-season, anyone could come in and do better. Literally anyone.
8. Accountability. Norv has a leave the players alone attitude. Players need curfews, rules and babysitters during the season. It IS a big deal if they are at a strip club until 2 am the night before a game. It's the head coaches job to make players accountable and do what is right for the team.
9. Evasive. When asked about Deilmans concussion and the steps that were taken to ensure his safety, Turner got mad and refused to answer further questions. Sounds to me like he felt guilty. Man up.
10. Makes every single Chargers fan angry. There is not a single San Diego Chargers fan who wants him as our head coach. I did a survey of Chargers and non-Chargers fans. 100% voted him out and 80% said they would like to see me punch him in the face. (that last part was not on the survey!)
Time for you to chime in with yours and vent.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Monday, November 7, 2011
Packers at Chargers - Stats vs. Interceptions
Now that the game is over, I realize my previous headline (Packers at Chargers – Upset of the week!) was unclear. Of course, we are all upset. But we are upset because the Chargers lost, not exactly what I meant. At least they came back after halftime ready to get the job done, which is something we have not seen very much of this year. But the agony of three interceptions, with two for touchdowns and the loss in the last minute is killing me.
It's not like there was no chance we could have won the game. If you take the 45 to 38 final score and remove the fourteen points the Packers defense scored off Rivers in the first quarter, the final score would have been 31 to 38 with the Chargers taking the win. This Sunday was the most active and dominant I have seen the Chargers play all year. This is on both sides of the ball. I am not sure if we just headed into an upswing or the Chargers elevated their level of play to their opponent. Chargers fans everywhere are hoping the upswing has begun.
If you take a quick peek at the game leaders without knowing the score you might have thought the Chargers won. Rodgers threw for 247 yards, where Rivers threw for 385 yards. Starks ran for 66 yards where Tolbert ran for 83 yards. Nelson had 105 yards receiving while Jackson pulled in 141. Chargers dominated on first downs, total yards and scored 100% of the time they got into the red zone. Where the stats lead you to the fact the Packers won is that the Chargers led with turnovers as well Packers 0, Chargers 3.
I remember my dad telling me at an early age. The team with the most turnovers loses. Thirty years later, this is still true.
ChargerGirl Cindi
It's not like there was no chance we could have won the game. If you take the 45 to 38 final score and remove the fourteen points the Packers defense scored off Rivers in the first quarter, the final score would have been 31 to 38 with the Chargers taking the win. This Sunday was the most active and dominant I have seen the Chargers play all year. This is on both sides of the ball. I am not sure if we just headed into an upswing or the Chargers elevated their level of play to their opponent. Chargers fans everywhere are hoping the upswing has begun.
If you take a quick peek at the game leaders without knowing the score you might have thought the Chargers won. Rodgers threw for 247 yards, where Rivers threw for 385 yards. Starks ran for 66 yards where Tolbert ran for 83 yards. Nelson had 105 yards receiving while Jackson pulled in 141. Chargers dominated on first downs, total yards and scored 100% of the time they got into the red zone. Where the stats lead you to the fact the Packers won is that the Chargers led with turnovers as well Packers 0, Chargers 3.
I remember my dad telling me at an early age. The team with the most turnovers loses. Thirty years later, this is still true.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Friday, November 4, 2011
Packers at Chargers - Upset of the week!
I only wrote the headline once. I believe, as do many rabid Chargers fans, that this is the week we turn it around.
Sure, the Packers are undefeated (7-0) and coming off a bye week, but the Chargers (4-3) have the edge, the will and the collective hope of the fan base that they have been perplexing week after week. This week will remind us why we love our Super Chargers and why people who wear cheese on their heads stink.
Here are my top five reasons the Chargers will beat the Packers on Sunday:
1. Home field advantage. Rodgers has yet to start a game in California. This is his home state, so we need to welcome him back with a big serving of West Coast Offense. Rivers is starting fresh this week and will put up big numbers.
2. Green Bay secondary. Fortunately, for the Chargers, the Packers rank 31st against the pass, giving up 288.9 yards per game.
3. Tolbert. Our favorite RB is going to blast through the Packers line and get many more yards than the 130 average they have allowed. Watch him.
4. Chargers modus operandi. The Chargers have a long history of breaking undefeated teams. Green Bay will be no exception.
5. It's November. Time to start a winning streak.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Sure, the Packers are undefeated (7-0) and coming off a bye week, but the Chargers (4-3) have the edge, the will and the collective hope of the fan base that they have been perplexing week after week. This week will remind us why we love our Super Chargers and why people who wear cheese on their heads stink.
Here are my top five reasons the Chargers will beat the Packers on Sunday:
1. Home field advantage. Rodgers has yet to start a game in California. This is his home state, so we need to welcome him back with a big serving of West Coast Offense. Rivers is starting fresh this week and will put up big numbers.
2. Green Bay secondary. Fortunately, for the Chargers, the Packers rank 31st against the pass, giving up 288.9 yards per game.
3. Tolbert. Our favorite RB is going to blast through the Packers line and get many more yards than the 130 average they have allowed. Watch him.
4. Chargers modus operandi. The Chargers have a long history of breaking undefeated teams. Green Bay will be no exception.
5. It's November. Time to start a winning streak.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Rivers is #1
Unfortunately, for the first time in his career, Rivers is number one for giveaways. This is a new statistic for the Chargers quarterback, which again has me asking, what is wrong with Rivers? At least he is in good company. Rivers has 14 turnovers, with 11 interceptions and 3 fumbles. Grossman, Kolb, Newton, Roethlisberger, Ryan and Vick are all tied at 11.
In Monday's game at Kansas City, Rivers finally had a good throwing game and threw for 369 yards. Unfortunately, he also had two interceptions and the game losing snap fumble. Kansas City was not perfect on the field either and the teams combined to get eight turnovers, matching the most in an NFL game this season.
Right now Rivers and the Chargers are playing terribly. The season is at the halfway point and I am already running low on Bayer and Tums.
ChargerGirl Cindi
In Monday's game at Kansas City, Rivers finally had a good throwing game and threw for 369 yards. Unfortunately, he also had two interceptions and the game losing snap fumble. Kansas City was not perfect on the field either and the teams combined to get eight turnovers, matching the most in an NFL game this season.
Right now Rivers and the Chargers are playing terribly. The season is at the halfway point and I am already running low on Bayer and Tums.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Friday, October 28, 2011
Chargers at Chiefs - Halloween edition
My husband and I were watching Scream last night and I had a scary realization. The victims in scary movies act like the Chargers have been playing. They hit the bad guy, then bad guy falls down and they run away screaming. This is a bad idea for surviving in a scary movie and on the football field. Time to break down how to get away from a homicidal maniac and win a football game.
Use your tools - In the scary movie the bad guy always has a weapon. Get your own weapon and use it. We have a whole shelf of weapons available: Gates - very painful when used correctly, Jackson - having him makes the opponent think twice, Mathews - use often and swiftly, Rivers - can be used from far away, go long!
Watch the clock - Clocks are notoriously bad omens in horror movies and in Charger games. I wonder if someone on the team recently got a clock? Perhaps it was built by a 15th century French necromancer and it's evil? Okay, out of Amityville and back to Arrowhead, the Chargers need to manage the clock for the entire game. No relaxing for 60 football minutes, period.
Be smart - Obviously, the killer is typically not the sharpest stick in the pile. Outsmart them and you win. Same with football. If Rivers can go four quarters without handing over the ball we are pretty much golden. It's not as if our play calling is what's going to outsmart the Chiefs. The Chargers probably have the easiest team to design a defensive strategy around thanks to Turners predictive play calling. So, turnovers are not an option.
Know your assailant - Rivers had zero touchdowns and two interceptions in the 20-17 win over Kansas City. While not pretty, that win started the Chargers on a three-game run. The Chiefs have issues when they play the Chargers, they are looking for revenge since their loss to the Chargers was their Chiefs third straigh. Not how they wanted to start their spree, I mean season. They also know that no team has started 0-3 and won its next four games since Pittsburgh in 2000.
Finish it - This is probably the most important. When you hit the bad guy, or, let's say, get a lead in points you keep hitting. Don't let them get up - ever. The Chiefs have killed three in a row, it's not time to be their fourth victim. Persistence, momentum and wits, that's how we get out alive!
Can't wait for Monday!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Use your tools - In the scary movie the bad guy always has a weapon. Get your own weapon and use it. We have a whole shelf of weapons available: Gates - very painful when used correctly, Jackson - having him makes the opponent think twice, Mathews - use often and swiftly, Rivers - can be used from far away, go long!
Watch the clock - Clocks are notoriously bad omens in horror movies and in Charger games. I wonder if someone on the team recently got a clock? Perhaps it was built by a 15th century French necromancer and it's evil? Okay, out of Amityville and back to Arrowhead, the Chargers need to manage the clock for the entire game. No relaxing for 60 football minutes, period.
Be smart - Obviously, the killer is typically not the sharpest stick in the pile. Outsmart them and you win. Same with football. If Rivers can go four quarters without handing over the ball we are pretty much golden. It's not as if our play calling is what's going to outsmart the Chiefs. The Chargers probably have the easiest team to design a defensive strategy around thanks to Turners predictive play calling. So, turnovers are not an option.
Know your assailant - Rivers had zero touchdowns and two interceptions in the 20-17 win over Kansas City. While not pretty, that win started the Chargers on a three-game run. The Chiefs have issues when they play the Chargers, they are looking for revenge since their loss to the Chargers was their Chiefs third straigh. Not how they wanted to start their spree, I mean season. They also know that no team has started 0-3 and won its next four games since Pittsburgh in 2000.
Finish it - This is probably the most important. When you hit the bad guy, or, let's say, get a lead in points you keep hitting. Don't let them get up - ever. The Chiefs have killed three in a row, it's not time to be their fourth victim. Persistence, momentum and wits, that's how we get out alive!
Can't wait for Monday!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Rivers - Trick or Treat
With this Monday's game at Kansas City landing on Halloween I have to wonder are Rivers and the Chargers going to show up? For the Chargers, the trick is going to be not letting up when we get the lead and the treat will be when they dominate with the win.
Rivers passer rating is the worst it has been at 82.3. If you look at his history, Rivers passer ratings after six games in his other four seasons: 100.7 last season, 96.1 in 2009, 109.4 in ’08 and 96.3 in ‘06 makes the 82.3 scary. Rivers career passer rating as a starter coming into the 2011 season: 97.5, better than anyone ever through the first 80 starts of a career. His passer rating from 2008 through ’10: 103.8, was the best in the NFL. The key to the win on Monday is Rivers coming out strong and staying that way for a full 60 football minutes.
There have been speculations as to fatigue, injury or just plain old apathy. Rivers just yesterday said “Am I playing my best ball right now? Absolutely not,” “What I’m saying is I feel weird (talking about it). We’re 4-2. We’re just battling through it. All I’m saying is, I could be playing like this and we could be 1-5. It’d be ugly. So that’s the positive — we haven’t really put it all together, and hey look, we look up and we’re 4-2.”
I disagree Philip, it is ugly. Going into Monday adjustments need to be made on both sides of the ball and that Rivers and the Chargers are not just "battling through it". Dominate and give Chargers fans the treat we deserve.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Rivers passer rating is the worst it has been at 82.3. If you look at his history, Rivers passer ratings after six games in his other four seasons: 100.7 last season, 96.1 in 2009, 109.4 in ’08 and 96.3 in ‘06 makes the 82.3 scary. Rivers career passer rating as a starter coming into the 2011 season: 97.5, better than anyone ever through the first 80 starts of a career. His passer rating from 2008 through ’10: 103.8, was the best in the NFL. The key to the win on Monday is Rivers coming out strong and staying that way for a full 60 football minutes.
There have been speculations as to fatigue, injury or just plain old apathy. Rivers just yesterday said “Am I playing my best ball right now? Absolutely not,” “What I’m saying is I feel weird (talking about it). We’re 4-2. We’re just battling through it. All I’m saying is, I could be playing like this and we could be 1-5. It’d be ugly. So that’s the positive — we haven’t really put it all together, and hey look, we look up and we’re 4-2.”
I disagree Philip, it is ugly. Going into Monday adjustments need to be made on both sides of the ball and that Rivers and the Chargers are not just "battling through it". Dominate and give Chargers fans the treat we deserve.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Monday, October 24, 2011
Week 7 - Chargers WTH?
I am beginning to sound like a broken record. I think I use the words "discipline" "time management" and "conservative" in a negative manner every week after the Chargers play. This week is not an exception. I am so tired of the anemic play calling, lack of understanding of the boundaries of the play clock and the complete absence of leadership coming from the sideline. What in the heck is happening with the Chargers? Well, that seems like it would have been a better headline.
Rivers - I do not know what is going on with him, but he is under performing in every possible way. Is he hurt? Tired of getting hit? Or just so pissed off at the coaches that he has given up? 179 yards, really? That's typically a halfs worth. More interceptions than TD's? WTF? Rivers has me way beyond concern and on the verge of panic. I had a couple Ryan Leaf flashbacks on Sunday. Being afraid when the Chargers QB throws the ball is not an option.
Manusky - I have no words to express how pissed off I am at your defense. 13 penalties for 95 yards? I was actually hopeful after the Denver game that we were reeling these guys in, what happened? I agree that the officiating was not stellar, but letting your players spout off about it is a leadership deficiency on your part.
It's time for a clear team leader to step up and get this team together. Come on Chargers, you got this!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Rivers - I do not know what is going on with him, but he is under performing in every possible way. Is he hurt? Tired of getting hit? Or just so pissed off at the coaches that he has given up? 179 yards, really? That's typically a halfs worth. More interceptions than TD's? WTF? Rivers has me way beyond concern and on the verge of panic. I had a couple Ryan Leaf flashbacks on Sunday. Being afraid when the Chargers QB throws the ball is not an option.
Manusky - I have no words to express how pissed off I am at your defense. 13 penalties for 95 yards? I was actually hopeful after the Denver game that we were reeling these guys in, what happened? I agree that the officiating was not stellar, but letting your players spout off about it is a leadership deficiency on your part.
It's time for a clear team leader to step up and get this team together. Come on Chargers, you got this!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Friday, October 21, 2011
Top 5 reasons Chargers will beat Jets.
I'm looking at the numbers and the only one I do not like is our matchup record. The Jets lead 4-2. That said, here is why after Sunday's game they will only lead by one.
5. Mark Sanchez. Ranked at number 20 with a 82.3 passer rating he will be intimidated by Rivers and his general awesomeness. I am feeling our first pic/six of the season.
4. Third down conversions. Well, no point in sugar coating it. The Jets are ranked 32nd. Chargers offense is going to be getting tired running up and down the field scoring.
3. Rest. Chargers are coming off a bye week and are well rested. The Jets played in MNF and had a short week.
2. Rexy vs. Norv - They are both pissed off, but Norv is the one being attacked. Norv is upset and I suspect he is going to throw in some less conservative plays just to shut Rex up.
1. LT vs Mathews - I love LT, but he is not a Charger anymore. Mathews is our guy. Their ball handling numbers are pretty close, except one. TD's. Mathews has 3, LT 0.
Let's go Bolts!
ChargerGirl Cindi
ps. I did not list Gates return as a reason because I don't want to jinx it. :)
5. Mark Sanchez. Ranked at number 20 with a 82.3 passer rating he will be intimidated by Rivers and his general awesomeness. I am feeling our first pic/six of the season.
4. Third down conversions. Well, no point in sugar coating it. The Jets are ranked 32nd. Chargers offense is going to be getting tired running up and down the field scoring.
3. Rest. Chargers are coming off a bye week and are well rested. The Jets played in MNF and had a short week.
2. Rexy vs. Norv - They are both pissed off, but Norv is the one being attacked. Norv is upset and I suspect he is going to throw in some less conservative plays just to shut Rex up.
1. LT vs Mathews - I love LT, but he is not a Charger anymore. Mathews is our guy. Their ball handling numbers are pretty close, except one. TD's. Mathews has 3, LT 0.
Let's go Bolts!
ChargerGirl Cindi
ps. I did not list Gates return as a reason because I don't want to jinx it. :)
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Gates in for Sunday?
Antonio Gates was able to practice with the team Monday with the hope of being ready for Sunday's game at the Jets. When asked about his injury after practice he said the scar tissue that surrounds the plantar fasciitis could "pop" at any time. Knowing that, he said "you hope that you don't tear the scar tissue". He says in a controlled environment like practice, he feels good. Listening to him talk about it, he is 100% committed to getting healed physically. Coming to practice is giving him the mental confidence he needs to perform on the field. He will be back on the field for practice on Wednesday.
So, he is going to practice this week and he said it will be a game day decision. I am putting him in for FF right now.
ChargerGirl Cindi
So, he is going to practice this week and he said it will be a game day decision. I am putting him in for FF right now.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Bye Week Options, Raiders or Redskins?
Not only do the Chargers have a bye week, but so do the Broncos and Chiefs. While three quarters of our division is resting, we still have the Raider game. Unfortunately for us, the Raiders are playing the Browns. To make matters worse, they are playing in Oakland. So, the odds of the 2-2 Browns pulling off a win here are pretty slim. The only thing that will make this game interesting is the fact that the Browns have yet to meet an opponent as ruthless as the Raiders so there should be some interesting unsportsmanlike penalties and maybe a few ejections from the game.
If you are not feeling up to this game I think an exciting match up today will be the Eagles at Redskins. The number one Redskins and the last place Eagles have very similar numbers on offense, so this should turn out to be a nail biter. Or, the Redskins will just cook the Eagles for dinner.
Common week 7!
ChargerGirl Cindi
If you are not feeling up to this game I think an exciting match up today will be the Eagles at Redskins. The number one Redskins and the last place Eagles have very similar numbers on offense, so this should turn out to be a nail biter. Or, the Redskins will just cook the Eagles for dinner.
Common week 7!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Coaches Guide for week 7 - Chargers at Jets
I think I have recovered enough from week five and my mini heart attack to have a little chat with the coaches on what they need to work on during the bye. I feel it's my obligation since it's obvious Norv isn't doing it. On that note, let's start with him.
Norv - I would like to suggest you get a dictionary. Look up words like "dominate", "pressure" and "conservative". You need to start doing the first two, dominate the game as though there were two hours left on the clock and stop getting conservative with a 'game over' attitude until the clock actually does say 0:0:0. Your inability to understand any sort of time management is our biggest issue going forward. GET A WATCH! So, "dominate" good, "conservative" bad.
Hal - Your guys are doing better on the line, but the penalties are stacking up. I would love to see a week without someone jumping off early. Maybe you could try some good old fashioned threatening. You jump offside, you do not get lunch. That should get their attention. It just seems like they should know the snap count going in, right? Have you had all of their hearing checked?
Rich - I realize the ball is being kicked into the end zone more often, but that doesn't mean you can't run it back for a TD. I remember when we lead the league in kick returns for yardage and TD's. Wouldn't it be nice to do that again? Oh, and tell the guys to stop running the fuck backwards! I'm not sure if they know the backwards yards do not count. I know you are new, but a dominant special teams performance is what gets you into the playoffs.
John P. - Dude, your guys need to be intercepting the ball. Practice the pic/six. I would love to see the defense looking like it did when we had Cromartie. If they can't catch it, practice the crush and fumble. See film of Seau and Harrison for tips on this technique if you haven't already. The defense is doing ok, but it just looks like they are out there trying not to get into trouble. Dominate, don't dilly dally.
Recap - Time management and points by offense, defense and special teams. Let's go!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Norv - I would like to suggest you get a dictionary. Look up words like "dominate", "pressure" and "conservative". You need to start doing the first two, dominate the game as though there were two hours left on the clock and stop getting conservative with a 'game over' attitude until the clock actually does say 0:0:0. Your inability to understand any sort of time management is our biggest issue going forward. GET A WATCH! So, "dominate" good, "conservative" bad.
Hal - Your guys are doing better on the line, but the penalties are stacking up. I would love to see a week without someone jumping off early. Maybe you could try some good old fashioned threatening. You jump offside, you do not get lunch. That should get their attention. It just seems like they should know the snap count going in, right? Have you had all of their hearing checked?
Rich - I realize the ball is being kicked into the end zone more often, but that doesn't mean you can't run it back for a TD. I remember when we lead the league in kick returns for yardage and TD's. Wouldn't it be nice to do that again? Oh, and tell the guys to stop running the fuck backwards! I'm not sure if they know the backwards yards do not count. I know you are new, but a dominant special teams performance is what gets you into the playoffs.
John P. - Dude, your guys need to be intercepting the ball. Practice the pic/six. I would love to see the defense looking like it did when we had Cromartie. If they can't catch it, practice the crush and fumble. See film of Seau and Harrison for tips on this technique if you haven't already. The defense is doing ok, but it just looks like they are out there trying not to get into trouble. Dominate, don't dilly dally.
Recap - Time management and points by offense, defense and special teams. Let's go!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Monday, October 10, 2011
Boo Boo Blog
Thank goodness for the bye week. Our guys are nursing some pretty bad injuries.
Gates - I really do not know. He is supposed to be resting his toe, but common. Get a shot and let's do this! UT says he will be in for week 7, keep resting that toe!
Mathews - He already had a calf strain and then left Sundays game with a wrist injury. He was so banged up that he did not finish the game and left on crutches, not a good sign. No new news on if his injuries will keep him out of week 7, let's hope not.
Tolbert - Well, looks like that hit he took after his helmet popped off really rang his bell. He has a concussion. Both UT and NCT claim he will be in for week 7.
After the bye, we will visit the Jets where their defense will not be ready for Gates, then the Chiefs where Tolbert and Mathews will get 250 yards collectively, then we will return home to play the Packers. :) Yep, start these boys in your fantasy leagues!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Gates - I really do not know. He is supposed to be resting his toe, but common. Get a shot and let's do this! UT says he will be in for week 7, keep resting that toe!
Mathews - He already had a calf strain and then left Sundays game with a wrist injury. He was so banged up that he did not finish the game and left on crutches, not a good sign. No new news on if his injuries will keep him out of week 7, let's hope not.
Tolbert - Well, looks like that hit he took after his helmet popped off really rang his bell. He has a concussion. Both UT and NCT claim he will be in for week 7.
After the bye, we will visit the Jets where their defense will not be ready for Gates, then the Chiefs where Tolbert and Mathews will get 250 yards collectively, then we will return home to play the Packers. :) Yep, start these boys in your fantasy leagues!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Football Hangover Cure
Are you suffering from one or more of these symptoms? Sore throat, upset stomach, dehydration, random eye twitches or sore muscles? If you answered yes to any of these then you are probably experiencing a football hangover. This is the feeling you are left with after a full day of drinking too much, eating too much and yelling a lot. I also do a lot of jumping off the couch and might bust out a few dance moves, but we will not go there.
Monday's are tough, you are definitely in the middle of your hangover and here comes Monday Night Football. That little slice of heaven or "hair of the dog" that makes your hangover a little more bearable. You know you are going to watch it, so make a little more guacamole, open a cold beverage and indulge.
Tonight will be the 2-2 Bears and 4-0 Lions. Nope, that is not a type-o. The Lions are going into this game undefeated and a quick look at the numbers suggests it will be a good game. Neither teams is that dynamic on the ground or in the air, but they appear pretty evenly matched. A nice calm game is just what your hangover needs.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Monday's are tough, you are definitely in the middle of your hangover and here comes Monday Night Football. That little slice of heaven or "hair of the dog" that makes your hangover a little more bearable. You know you are going to watch it, so make a little more guacamole, open a cold beverage and indulge.
Tonight will be the 2-2 Bears and 4-0 Lions. Nope, that is not a type-o. The Lions are going into this game undefeated and a quick look at the numbers suggests it will be a good game. Neither teams is that dynamic on the ground or in the air, but they appear pretty evenly matched. A nice calm game is just what your hangover needs.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Prepare to beat the Broncos
As the leader in the AFC West, the Chargers need to march into Mile High stadium and show the Bronco’s that the Chargers are not lucky, they are good.
Preparations for that game are happening right now. While the Broncos are not lucky or good, they still pose a threat. Here is where we need to pay attention.
Rivers – The struggles of Philip Rivers have been well documented through the early part of the season. Rivers has already thrown six interceptions and only managed to throw for five touchdowns. Clearly something is off with him, and it could easily continue into this weekend’s game as well. Our line needs to be ready to protect Rivers. Especially from Broncos rookie OLB Von Miller. He is starting to prove that he is worth the hype and already has 16 tackles, four sacks, two pass deflections and two forced fumbles in just four games of play so far.
Laziness – Yes, the Chargers are 3-1, but that doesn’t mean that they have played great to this point. In Week 1, they beat the winless Vikings by seven at home. In Week 3, they barely defeated the 1-3 Chiefs at home. Then we have last week, when the Chargers only got by the Dolphins (who are also winless and are arguably the worst team in the league) by just 10 points. This is something that has plagued the Chargers in the past, and if they are lazy this Sunday at the Broncos, it could end with a loss.
Mile High – The Broncos have the best home record in the NFL since 1974, which stands at 208-82. They also have one of the loudest stadiums in all of the league, which is never a good thing for an opposing team. We need to be prepared or be sent home with a 1-1 record in the AFC West.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Preparations for that game are happening right now. While the Broncos are not lucky or good, they still pose a threat. Here is where we need to pay attention.
Rivers – The struggles of Philip Rivers have been well documented through the early part of the season. Rivers has already thrown six interceptions and only managed to throw for five touchdowns. Clearly something is off with him, and it could easily continue into this weekend’s game as well. Our line needs to be ready to protect Rivers. Especially from Broncos rookie OLB Von Miller. He is starting to prove that he is worth the hype and already has 16 tackles, four sacks, two pass deflections and two forced fumbles in just four games of play so far.
Laziness – Yes, the Chargers are 3-1, but that doesn’t mean that they have played great to this point. In Week 1, they beat the winless Vikings by seven at home. In Week 3, they barely defeated the 1-3 Chiefs at home. Then we have last week, when the Chargers only got by the Dolphins (who are also winless and are arguably the worst team in the league) by just 10 points. This is something that has plagued the Chargers in the past, and if they are lazy this Sunday at the Broncos, it could end with a loss.
Mile High – The Broncos have the best home record in the NFL since 1974, which stands at 208-82. They also have one of the loudest stadiums in all of the league, which is never a good thing for an opposing team. We need to be prepared or be sent home with a 1-1 record in the AFC West.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Leading the West, can we relax?
The Chargers are at the top of our division in week five. On one hand I am very happy about this, what rabid Chargers fan is not happy? On the other hand, I am so used to disappointment, that I just want to get it over with. Norv just has a way of ruining my day. Here are my thoughts/concerns.
Since the Chargers are in first place in the AFC West with a 3-1 record, I suppose this means we have broken the "slow start" curse. These slow starts have cursed the team since Norv Turner came along in 2007. Maybe it just took him four years to adjust to the West Coast way of doing things? We can only hope. The teams that the Chargers have beaten (all at home) -- Minnesota, Kansas City and Miami -- have a combined record of 1-11. Still, each team has hung in there with the Chargers. Of course, all that matters is winning, but it would be nice to see the explosive offense that makes me stand up and yell. Is that offense headed to Denver? I hope so. Philip Rivers played like Philip Rivers against the Dolphins. He tossed for 307 yards and he did not throw an interception (finally!). Rivers threw six interceptions in the first three games. His highest interception total in a season is 15. It seems like Rivers is settling down (or that unknown injury is better), this will be huge if all our TE's and WR's can get up off the bench. Although, I truly enjoyed "air Tolbert" who knew? Heading out to the just pummeled Broncos, the Chargers chances of being 4-1 at the bye are relatively high. I hope we get a turn at seven TD's too! The Chargers play at Denver next week and Mile High has caused us issues before. I think as long as Ed Hochuli is not referring the game this will be our time to stop taking it easy.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Since the Chargers are in first place in the AFC West with a 3-1 record, I suppose this means we have broken the "slow start" curse. These slow starts have cursed the team since Norv Turner came along in 2007. Maybe it just took him four years to adjust to the West Coast way of doing things? We can only hope. The teams that the Chargers have beaten (all at home) -- Minnesota, Kansas City and Miami -- have a combined record of 1-11. Still, each team has hung in there with the Chargers. Of course, all that matters is winning, but it would be nice to see the explosive offense that makes me stand up and yell. Is that offense headed to Denver? I hope so. Philip Rivers played like Philip Rivers against the Dolphins. He tossed for 307 yards and he did not throw an interception (finally!). Rivers threw six interceptions in the first three games. His highest interception total in a season is 15. It seems like Rivers is settling down (or that unknown injury is better), this will be huge if all our TE's and WR's can get up off the bench. Although, I truly enjoyed "air Tolbert" who knew? Heading out to the just pummeled Broncos, the Chargers chances of being 4-1 at the bye are relatively high. I hope we get a turn at seven TD's too! The Chargers play at Denver next week and Mile High has caused us issues before. I think as long as Ed Hochuli is not referring the game this will be our time to stop taking it easy.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Monday, October 3, 2011
79 Touchdowns... and counting!
With yesterdays blackout I got to experience the game in a new way. I followed on twitter and watched NFL RedZone. Two very fast paced and data filled ways to not miss a minute of the action. I was actually surprised and impressed by how many tweets were coming live from the game. I followed the twitter action and watched other games while waiting for the Chargers game to be in the 20's.
Twitter - I'm a little new to twitter, but now I'm addicted. First place I go for news of any sort. At first, I thought some people might be tweeting from the game, then I found multiple people were tweeting every single play. I knew about VJ's big plays and his visit to the locker room long before Chargers tweeted or NFL network mentioned it. That is talent and dedication if you ask me, and I am grateful for it.
NFL RedZone - Awesome. Last season, I wasn't sure if I liked it. The super fast pace takes some getting used to and with no commercials there is not a lot of time to refill your plate with snacks. This season, we solved that problem by putting a TV in every room and two in the garage. You can go from living room, to kitchen and out to the beer fridge without missing a TD.
As the touchdowns added up I was amazed, over a span of a day you don't realize what kind of magic you are seeing. Fifteen games were played yesterday, with 79 touchdowns to go around, that's over 5 TD's per game. If course, Green Bay got SEVEN while beating the Broncos... he he, so my math is creative. With MNF tonite the count will go over 80.
Awesome, impressive and I can't wait to watch it happen again next weekend. Of course, I am guaranteed the rest of the month will not have blackouts due to away games and the bye week, but I am no longer bothered by it, I've got my tweets and RedZone. Take that NFL fat cats!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Twitter - I'm a little new to twitter, but now I'm addicted. First place I go for news of any sort. At first, I thought some people might be tweeting from the game, then I found multiple people were tweeting every single play. I knew about VJ's big plays and his visit to the locker room long before Chargers tweeted or NFL network mentioned it. That is talent and dedication if you ask me, and I am grateful for it.
NFL RedZone - Awesome. Last season, I wasn't sure if I liked it. The super fast pace takes some getting used to and with no commercials there is not a lot of time to refill your plate with snacks. This season, we solved that problem by putting a TV in every room and two in the garage. You can go from living room, to kitchen and out to the beer fridge without missing a TD.
As the touchdowns added up I was amazed, over a span of a day you don't realize what kind of magic you are seeing. Fifteen games were played yesterday, with 79 touchdowns to go around, that's over 5 TD's per game. If course, Green Bay got SEVEN while beating the Broncos... he he, so my math is creative. With MNF tonite the count will go over 80.
Awesome, impressive and I can't wait to watch it happen again next weekend. Of course, I am guaranteed the rest of the month will not have blackouts due to away games and the bye week, but I am no longer bothered by it, I've got my tweets and RedZone. Take that NFL fat cats!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Saturday, October 1, 2011
AEG - Go away!
Now that California Governor Jerry Brown has signed a new law essentially offering the state's approval of the proposed Farmers Field NFL stadium project, developer AEG now just needs a team.
AEG is talking with five teams: San Diego Chargers, Minnesota Vikings, Oakland Raiders, St. Louis Rams and Jacksonville Jaguars. If you believe what it being posted on the news sites or listen to folks who want to upset me, it's sounding like it's either the Chargers or the Raiders. Both of those teams were previously in LA. LA didn't support them before, why now? Of course, as a Chargers fan for the last, well forty-something years, I refuse to believe any of the hype. The Spanos family would not do that to us, right?
Philip Anschutz (the billionaire owner of AEG) is apparently bargaining hard with the Chargers and the deal may be close to happening. I read on Yahoo this morning that it's down to the percentage of the team the Spanos family is willing sell and of course for how much. AEG apparently wants to buy a 49 percent share of the team, while the family wants to retain more than the 51 percent that would leave them. I'm not sure what the deal is with the Raiders, but is has to be less. Oakland can't support the team (Again).
Currently, The Chargers play in the aging Qualcomm Stadium, aka "The Murph". I understand that NFL teams make less revenue in older stadiums, and other teams make huge revenue from luxury boxes, premium seats, non-game fun zones and other things old facilities lack. But a San Diego upgrade or new location is in the mix due to the same law. The Spanos family needs to explore all options here first before even talking to AEG, it's just rude to consider any LA options.
ChargerGirl Cindi
AEG is talking with five teams: San Diego Chargers, Minnesota Vikings, Oakland Raiders, St. Louis Rams and Jacksonville Jaguars. If you believe what it being posted on the news sites or listen to folks who want to upset me, it's sounding like it's either the Chargers or the Raiders. Both of those teams were previously in LA. LA didn't support them before, why now? Of course, as a Chargers fan for the last, well forty-something years, I refuse to believe any of the hype. The Spanos family would not do that to us, right?
Philip Anschutz (the billionaire owner of AEG) is apparently bargaining hard with the Chargers and the deal may be close to happening. I read on Yahoo this morning that it's down to the percentage of the team the Spanos family is willing sell and of course for how much. AEG apparently wants to buy a 49 percent share of the team, while the family wants to retain more than the 51 percent that would leave them. I'm not sure what the deal is with the Raiders, but is has to be less. Oakland can't support the team (Again).
Currently, The Chargers play in the aging Qualcomm Stadium, aka "The Murph". I understand that NFL teams make less revenue in older stadiums, and other teams make huge revenue from luxury boxes, premium seats, non-game fun zones and other things old facilities lack. But a San Diego upgrade or new location is in the mix due to the same law. The Spanos family needs to explore all options here first before even talking to AEG, it's just rude to consider any LA options.
This whole thing is making me nauseous. Chargers in LA? NO WAY!
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Injury report - Gates and Rivers
I have been reading conflicting reports about Rivers. The SDUT claims he is still nursing an injury from a illegal helmet to the sternum hit during the NE game. Of course, the Chargers and Norv Turner have not mentioned it. All I keep hearing about is fixing the "interception problem". Hello, it's not a problem Norv, it's a catastrophe. Rivers has thrown 6 interceptions in three games. That is double what his stat typically shows going into week four. Could his injury be the cause? I wonder if it's worse than they are saying because Rivers is a bad ass. He played in two playoff games without a ligament in his knee. No one is as tough. So what's going on Philip?
Gates has an injured foot. Still. He went to see yet another foot specialist yesterday and no news has been leaked as to what the doctor said. Thank goodness McMichael has stepped up to be a our number one TE. To be honest, I didn't know he was on our team last year... ha ha. Oh well, he has my attention now and number 81 is bringing it. This whole thing with Gates foot started with artificial turf. I think it should be banned. All real grass, all the time.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Gates has an injured foot. Still. He went to see yet another foot specialist yesterday and no news has been leaked as to what the doctor said. Thank goodness McMichael has stepped up to be a our number one TE. To be honest, I didn't know he was on our team last year... ha ha. Oh well, he has my attention now and number 81 is bringing it. This whole thing with Gates foot started with artificial turf. I think it should be banned. All real grass, all the time.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
Chiefs at Chargers - Clusterfuck
Typically, my blogs have a pro-Chargers positive vibe. Not today. Today, as their fan, I am also their antagonist. I challenge them to stop sucking. Yesterdays game reminds me of Ronald Regan and his "trickle down" economics. What we are seeing is trickle down coaching. It sucks at the top, so they are dragging the best talent in the NFL down with them.
Lack of discipline, poor clock management, apathy and the worst play calling I have ever seen comes from this group:
Head Coach - Norv not only has the attitude of an anemic sloth, but his play calling is laughable. I could go on and on here about how bad it is and cite examples, but you have all seen it in action. How many times have you screamed out loud when it is 3rd and 17 and he calls in a fucking run play? AAAAH! Here's a hint Norv, on 3rd and 17 you let the QB throw the damn ball!
Special Teams - New guy, Rich Bisaccia. He is for sure a step up from our previous special teams coach, but only a tiny step. I honestly think the ONLY thing they worked on in camp was how not to get your punt blocked. That is the only thing they have done with success, which is not saying a whole hell of a lot. We are averaging 21 yards on returns, with 90% of them starting in the end zone that equals zero in my book. Maybe practice that!
Offensive Line - Hal Hunter. Hal, Hal, Hal. I gotta tell you, I love your wife Tracy. She is funny and pretty and super cool. Some days, knowing I get to chat with her is the only reason I go to the gym. Why don't you let her and I coach the line for a couple games? I do not care if each guy weighs over 300 pounds and could bite my head off with one chomp. I will be in their faces yelling until I turn red if Rivers if touched. Period. Show some passion, get in their faces, threaten to cut their pay if he is sacked, I don't care. The turnstile OL needs to stop!
Wide Receivers - Charlie Joiner. Here I will not complain. He is a great fit and even if he wasn't, the stars in my eyes from memories of watching him play will not allow me to say anything bad.
John Pagano - Tell your boys to look for the damn ball and stop touching people. This is football not a night club and those are not their dates!! Maybe practice intercepting the ball. If you were already practicing that, only Weddle was paying attention. Again, lack of discipline. Also, if you play the prevent defense, you prevent the win. While this seems totally obvious, you still do it. Didn't the NE game where they scored with 9 seconds left before the half teach you anything? Not every team is being lead to laziness by Norv. Knock it off.
Ok, I feel better, we barely squeezed out a win so Chargers are 2-1. This makes us tied for first with the Raiders. Broncos in second and well, the Chiefs are on the list too.
Feel free to call me for coaching advice boys, I'm here all day.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Lack of discipline, poor clock management, apathy and the worst play calling I have ever seen comes from this group:
Head Coach - Norv not only has the attitude of an anemic sloth, but his play calling is laughable. I could go on and on here about how bad it is and cite examples, but you have all seen it in action. How many times have you screamed out loud when it is 3rd and 17 and he calls in a fucking run play? AAAAH! Here's a hint Norv, on 3rd and 17 you let the QB throw the damn ball!
Special Teams - New guy, Rich Bisaccia. He is for sure a step up from our previous special teams coach, but only a tiny step. I honestly think the ONLY thing they worked on in camp was how not to get your punt blocked. That is the only thing they have done with success, which is not saying a whole hell of a lot. We are averaging 21 yards on returns, with 90% of them starting in the end zone that equals zero in my book. Maybe practice that!
Offensive Line - Hal Hunter. Hal, Hal, Hal. I gotta tell you, I love your wife Tracy. She is funny and pretty and super cool. Some days, knowing I get to chat with her is the only reason I go to the gym. Why don't you let her and I coach the line for a couple games? I do not care if each guy weighs over 300 pounds and could bite my head off with one chomp. I will be in their faces yelling until I turn red if Rivers if touched. Period. Show some passion, get in their faces, threaten to cut their pay if he is sacked, I don't care. The turnstile OL needs to stop!
Wide Receivers - Charlie Joiner. Here I will not complain. He is a great fit and even if he wasn't, the stars in my eyes from memories of watching him play will not allow me to say anything bad.
John Pagano - Tell your boys to look for the damn ball and stop touching people. This is football not a night club and those are not their dates!! Maybe practice intercepting the ball. If you were already practicing that, only Weddle was paying attention. Again, lack of discipline. Also, if you play the prevent defense, you prevent the win. While this seems totally obvious, you still do it. Didn't the NE game where they scored with 9 seconds left before the half teach you anything? Not every team is being lead to laziness by Norv. Knock it off.
Ok, I feel better, we barely squeezed out a win so Chargers are 2-1. This makes us tied for first with the Raiders. Broncos in second and well, the Chiefs are on the list too.
Feel free to call me for coaching advice boys, I'm here all day.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Friday, September 23, 2011
Chargers vs. Chiefs - Preview
The San Diego Chargers' run of AFC West titles ended at four last season as the Kansas City Chiefs went from worst to first. Something that will not be repeated this year.
While the Chargers have some issues they need to resolve in order to recapture division supremacy, those pale in comparison to the problems the Chiefs are facing. I mean, let's face it, there is no side of the ball where they are performing.
San Diego split its two games against Kansas City in 2010. This season I expect us to win both and we will be starting on our turf. (BTW, if you are looking for an impartial preview, it's not here!)
Philip Rivers, who has thrown for 713 yards and four touchdowns, knows what it means to get off to a great start in the division, and he is excited to get to it this week. FF Note: Make sure to start all Chargers this week, esp. Rivers!
The Chargers have a great chance Sunday considering they've not only outscored Kansas City 74-14 in winning the last two meetings at Qualcomm Stadium, but the Chiefs (0-2) also appear to be in a state of disarray. Ok, let's not sugar coat it, the Chiefs are falling apart. Kansas City has been outscored by 79 points (worst differential through two games in franchise history) and has had to put three of its top players on injured reserve with torn ACLs. The only thing that could possible cause a loss is bad coaching (Turkey Neck) and special teams. I am still not sold on the new coach. I am seeing the same lack of discipline as before.
Although things are looking bleak for the Chiefs, coach Todd Haley said he is not ready to give up.
"The season will not be canceled as far as I know," he said. (ha ha, it will feel like it on Sunday!)
Matt Cassel, who has not thrown for more than 133 yards total and owns a 50.4 quarterback rating (how is he still their starter? Even Ryan Leaf had a better rating!) is responsible for five turnovers -- including four interceptions. Cassel has also struggled in his last three games against the Chargers, averaging 114.3 yards with three touchdowns and four picks.
Rivers has averaged 295.2 yards and posted a 108.0 passer rating in six games versus Kansas City since 2008 -- five victories... Sunday will make it six.
ChargerGirl Cindi
While the Chargers have some issues they need to resolve in order to recapture division supremacy, those pale in comparison to the problems the Chiefs are facing. I mean, let's face it, there is no side of the ball where they are performing.
San Diego split its two games against Kansas City in 2010. This season I expect us to win both and we will be starting on our turf. (BTW, if you are looking for an impartial preview, it's not here!)
Philip Rivers, who has thrown for 713 yards and four touchdowns, knows what it means to get off to a great start in the division, and he is excited to get to it this week. FF Note: Make sure to start all Chargers this week, esp. Rivers!
The Chargers have a great chance Sunday considering they've not only outscored Kansas City 74-14 in winning the last two meetings at Qualcomm Stadium, but the Chiefs (0-2) also appear to be in a state of disarray. Ok, let's not sugar coat it, the Chiefs are falling apart. Kansas City has been outscored by 79 points (worst differential through two games in franchise history) and has had to put three of its top players on injured reserve with torn ACLs. The only thing that could possible cause a loss is bad coaching (Turkey Neck) and special teams. I am still not sold on the new coach. I am seeing the same lack of discipline as before.
Although things are looking bleak for the Chiefs, coach Todd Haley said he is not ready to give up.
"The season will not be canceled as far as I know," he said. (ha ha, it will feel like it on Sunday!)
Matt Cassel, who has not thrown for more than 133 yards total and owns a 50.4 quarterback rating (how is he still their starter? Even Ryan Leaf had a better rating!) is responsible for five turnovers -- including four interceptions. Cassel has also struggled in his last three games against the Chargers, averaging 114.3 yards with three touchdowns and four picks.
Rivers has averaged 295.2 yards and posted a 108.0 passer rating in six games versus Kansas City since 2008 -- five victories... Sunday will make it six.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Week Two - Injury Report - all WR's.
I'm actually a little shocked that the San Diego Chargers injury report only holds three names this week.
Malcolm Floyd is the biggest impact with a groin strain and is questionable for week three. Personally, I say let him sit. We are playing KC after all. Everyone should get a turn getting a TD, so Floyd can rest his junk.
Vincent Brown still has a quad injury, and Crayton is still babying his ankle.
By week four I expect these boys to quit being whiners, get a shot, rub some dirt on it and get out there and make catches.
Other teams in the league are on their third string QB (Denver), losing expensive rookies left and right and even the Colts are getting Peyton a neck transplant.
Chargers are healthy going into week three. Should be a pretty massacre.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Malcolm Floyd is the biggest impact with a groin strain and is questionable for week three. Personally, I say let him sit. We are playing KC after all. Everyone should get a turn getting a TD, so Floyd can rest his junk.
Vincent Brown still has a quad injury, and Crayton is still babying his ankle.
By week four I expect these boys to quit being whiners, get a shot, rub some dirt on it and get out there and make catches.
Other teams in the league are on their third string QB (Denver), losing expensive rookies left and right and even the Colts are getting Peyton a neck transplant.
Chargers are healthy going into week three. Should be a pretty massacre.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Monday, September 19, 2011
Week Two.. Exciting and yet oh so dissapointing.
Wow, what a week two, there were so many close games that my nails are chomped down to the quick. That said, The Chargers managed to lose a not-so-close game to the Patriots (chomp chomp).
There were not a lot of highlights, but some of the lows included, Rivers throwing for 29 completions, I guess it's 31 if you count the two interceptions (one to a lineman!). Tolbert fumbled on a drive into the red zone. Oh, and -2 yards for kickoff returns. Actually, if you analyze the numbers, it should have been a much closer game. Passes, total yards and even penalties were almost the same. It was those damn turn overs that cost them the game. That, and the fact that three out of four times we run up the fucking middle! Where EVERY single defensive player just happens to be. It seems so obvious to me to run to the left or right - not backwards then fumble (yeah, you Tolbert). Left or right. I will say I was really impressed (again) with VJ, he is officially back on the boat. Keep bringing it!
Chargers loss brings them to 1-1, which is second place. Maybe next week we could have more TD's than TO's. Hmmmm? (Thank goodness it's against KC)
Aside from the Chargers losing, here is some other league tid bits.
Michael Vick - He got his bell rang and still wanted to play. I'm not saying I'm joining his fan club, but I'm gonna admit he is a tough dude. I'm spitting out blood, you can pretty much guarantee I'm done.
Chiefs - Wow, they are seriously bad. I don't even think there is a word to describe how bad. Awful and terrible just are not good enough.
Raiders - Way to blow the lead and lose.... excellent. I actually turned to the Saints game because I was getting pissed. From now on I will not watch and they will lose.
On to a home game and a win. Prediction Chargers 50 - Chiefs 0
ChargerGirl Cindi
There were not a lot of highlights, but some of the lows included, Rivers throwing for 29 completions, I guess it's 31 if you count the two interceptions (one to a lineman!). Tolbert fumbled on a drive into the red zone. Oh, and -2 yards for kickoff returns. Actually, if you analyze the numbers, it should have been a much closer game. Passes, total yards and even penalties were almost the same. It was those damn turn overs that cost them the game. That, and the fact that three out of four times we run up the fucking middle! Where EVERY single defensive player just happens to be. It seems so obvious to me to run to the left or right - not backwards then fumble (yeah, you Tolbert). Left or right. I will say I was really impressed (again) with VJ, he is officially back on the boat. Keep bringing it!
Chargers loss brings them to 1-1, which is second place. Maybe next week we could have more TD's than TO's. Hmmmm? (Thank goodness it's against KC)
Aside from the Chargers losing, here is some other league tid bits.
Michael Vick - He got his bell rang and still wanted to play. I'm not saying I'm joining his fan club, but I'm gonna admit he is a tough dude. I'm spitting out blood, you can pretty much guarantee I'm done.
Chiefs - Wow, they are seriously bad. I don't even think there is a word to describe how bad. Awful and terrible just are not good enough.
Raiders - Way to blow the lead and lose.... excellent. I actually turned to the Saints game because I was getting pissed. From now on I will not watch and they will lose.
On to a home game and a win. Prediction Chargers 50 - Chiefs 0
ChargerGirl Cindi
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Tedy Bruschi upset at Ocho... really?
New England Patriots wide receiver Chad Ochocinco drew more attention for a tweet about Monday's game than for what he did on the field against the Dolphins. Which was one catch for 14 yards.
Reacting to quarterback Tom Brady throwing for 517 yards and four touchdowns in a 38-24 win over Miami, Ochocinco tweeted: "Just waking up after a late arrival, I've never seen a machine operate like that n person, to see video game numbers put up n person was WOW."
Five New England receivers had more yards and three of the five had touchdown receptions.
ESPN analyst Tedy Bruschi, appearing on sports radio WEEI, said Ochocinco better "drop the awe factor" and "stop tweeting and get in your playbook."
I like Tedy, really I do, but he needs to realize two things. 1. This is a whole new ballgame. Guys tweet about everything they do on and off the field. Chad is a habitual tweeter who will even tweet what he is having for breakfast. 2. He was saying something nice about his team. Who is not in awe of how badly Miami stunk it up in order for Brady to have a 500+ yard game?
I am not sure why Tedy does not like Ochocinco, but he needs to get over it. Unlike me, he is a paid analyst who needs to pretend to be unbiased. He is also no longer a Patriot and can't get his feelings hurt because he wasn't there when they were breaking records.
Get over yourself!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Reacting to quarterback Tom Brady throwing for 517 yards and four touchdowns in a 38-24 win over Miami, Ochocinco tweeted: "Just waking up after a late arrival, I've never seen a machine operate like that n person, to see video game numbers put up n person was WOW."
Five New England receivers had more yards and three of the five had touchdown receptions.
ESPN analyst Tedy Bruschi, appearing on sports radio WEEI, said Ochocinco better "drop the awe factor" and "stop tweeting and get in your playbook."
I like Tedy, really I do, but he needs to realize two things. 1. This is a whole new ballgame. Guys tweet about everything they do on and off the field. Chad is a habitual tweeter who will even tweet what he is having for breakfast. 2. He was saying something nice about his team. Who is not in awe of how badly Miami stunk it up in order for Brady to have a 500+ yard game?
I am not sure why Tedy does not like Ochocinco, but he needs to get over it. Unlike me, he is a paid analyst who needs to pretend to be unbiased. He is also no longer a Patriot and can't get his feelings hurt because he wasn't there when they were breaking records.
Get over yourself!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Injury report holds blessing in disguise.
Keading has been a super choker in every playoff game he has played in, this was the missing piece of our road to the Super Bowl puzzle. Enjoy your time off dude!
The Bolts entered the season with six defensive linemen on the 53-man roster, all of whom were active Sunday against Minnesota. Expect third-year defensive end
Mr. Three TD's,
ChargerGirl Cindi
ps. For those who are wondering, the new pic is me and Chuck Muncie. Super Awesome!
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Patriots, Chargers and Bat Busters.
September 11, 2001. A day that is a reminder of what it means to be an American and the importance of family. Today, 10 years later, the anniversary of this day is filled with things that make me proud to be an American, Chargers fan and a mom.
Here is how we do Patriot Day.
First - Add a second flag pole to the house, we cannot possibly choose between the Chargers flag and the American flag on September 11th. Both must be represented.
Second - Get up at o'dark hundred to prepare for a softball double header. 4S Bat Busters took on Poway for 5 hours and 2 very exciting softball games. Each won a game.
Third - Watch the Chargers take on the Vikings and win. We rushed home from softball to make snacks and watch football with family and friends. It was loud, filling and fun.
Highlights from the game ~ Tolbert scores three touchdowns! Has that ever happened? Rivers threw for over 300 yards, but was intercepted twice. I am afraid to look, but I am sure this affected my FF rating. Sigh. Matthews looked great. I am starting to like this kid. Of note, our skiddish kicker was carted off the field after the first kick was returned for a touchdown. I'm not sure if he just got his feelings hurt or if it was a real injury. Either way, we didn't need him. Scifres did a fine job.
San Diego 24, Minnesota 17~ Right now, we are number 1 in the AFC West, yeah! Thanks to the Chiefs for sucking bad today.
Fourth - Get ready for Sunday night football, Monday night football and more fun!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Here is how we do Patriot Day.
First - Add a second flag pole to the house, we cannot possibly choose between the Chargers flag and the American flag on September 11th. Both must be represented.
Second - Get up at o'dark hundred to prepare for a softball double header. 4S Bat Busters took on Poway for 5 hours and 2 very exciting softball games. Each won a game.
Third - Watch the Chargers take on the Vikings and win. We rushed home from softball to make snacks and watch football with family and friends. It was loud, filling and fun.
Highlights from the game ~ Tolbert scores three touchdowns! Has that ever happened? Rivers threw for over 300 yards, but was intercepted twice. I am afraid to look, but I am sure this affected my FF rating. Sigh. Matthews looked great. I am starting to like this kid. Of note, our skiddish kicker was carted off the field after the first kick was returned for a touchdown. I'm not sure if he just got his feelings hurt or if it was a real injury. Either way, we didn't need him. Scifres did a fine job.
San Diego 24, Minnesota 17~ Right now, we are number 1 in the AFC West, yeah! Thanks to the Chiefs for sucking bad today.
Fourth - Get ready for Sunday night football, Monday night football and more fun!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Friday, September 9, 2011
Power Outage and Saints Smashing
Well, due to some yahoo in Arizona I did not get to watch the very first game of the regular season. I was very sad to miss it, but I did not cry like Aidan did. I was so proud of him at that moment and knew I was doing a good job as a parent by raising yet another rabid football fan. Now that the power is back on I have had time to read up on yesterdays game and I gotta tell you that all the bloggers and so called football analysts need to get their heads out of Aaron Rodgers ass.
Seriously, one game into the season and they are proclaiming Rodgers to be "the best QB in the game". Maybe you should see how others perform before making such a out there comment. When Rivers crushes the Vikings I am sure they will be saying the same thing, but the Rodgers proclamations are over zealous. Make these kind of statements in week 8, not now.
Ok, now that I'm done ranting on that I will have to say that the Packs offense did certainly show up with Rodgers completing to nine different receivers. I will give him an "impressive" on that. Randall Cobb is certainly the real deal and I wouldn't mind having him in FF. He is explosive and smart. Damn, why isn't he a Charger?
Speaking of the Chargers, Sproles made some great plays for NO. He was an awesome Charger, so I knew he would do great there and Brees made good use of his newest veteran. Sproles even got a 72 yard punt return for a TD. Giddieup!
Saints blew it in the red zone, but all in all performed well, just not good enough.
NO 34 - GB 42
Common Sunday!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Seriously, one game into the season and they are proclaiming Rodgers to be "the best QB in the game". Maybe you should see how others perform before making such a out there comment. When Rivers crushes the Vikings I am sure they will be saying the same thing, but the Rodgers proclamations are over zealous. Make these kind of statements in week 8, not now.
Ok, now that I'm done ranting on that I will have to say that the Packs offense did certainly show up with Rodgers completing to nine different receivers. I will give him an "impressive" on that. Randall Cobb is certainly the real deal and I wouldn't mind having him in FF. He is explosive and smart. Damn, why isn't he a Charger?
Speaking of the Chargers, Sproles made some great plays for NO. He was an awesome Charger, so I knew he would do great there and Brees made good use of his newest veteran. Sproles even got a 72 yard punt return for a TD. Giddieup!
Saints blew it in the red zone, but all in all performed well, just not good enough.
NO 34 - GB 42
Common Sunday!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Just like Christmas!
Today is a day that football fans across the world can't wait to happen. There are count downs, parties, beers and so so many types of food.
Finally, the first day of football has arrived. We have all awoken with smiles on our faces and thoughts of touchdowns and snack foods in our heads. For most of us, we do not care that our favorite team is not playing today, it's just the simple fact that regular season football is on. With the sweat, tears and victories of other teams we will be happy. If it just so happens that you are rooting for the Saints (Kele) or the Packers, then happy first day of the season to you! I'll be sharing that special kind of joy on Sunday when my Chargers crush the Vikings. Crush I tell you! Ahhh, let the taunting begin.
Let there be football. :-)
ChargerGirl Cindi
Finally, the first day of football has arrived. We have all awoken with smiles on our faces and thoughts of touchdowns and snack foods in our heads. For most of us, we do not care that our favorite team is not playing today, it's just the simple fact that regular season football is on. With the sweat, tears and victories of other teams we will be happy. If it just so happens that you are rooting for the Saints (Kele) or the Packers, then happy first day of the season to you! I'll be sharing that special kind of joy on Sunday when my Chargers crush the Vikings. Crush I tell you! Ahhh, let the taunting begin.
Let there be football. :-)
ChargerGirl Cindi
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Shocker out of JX - Garrard released!
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars released veteran quarterback David Garrard on Tuesday, a stunning move that will save the franchise $9 million this season.
Whether it saves coach Jack Del Rio's job remains to be seen. Team owner Wayne Weaver has said Jacksonville needs to make the playoffs for Del Rio to stick around for a 10th season (I guess that means he should start packing). Del Rio made it clear late last season that he had grown tired of Garrard's inconsistent ways, but the coach remained steadfast through training camp and the preseason that Garrard was his starter.
Not sure what Garrard did to get cut, but wow!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Whether it saves coach Jack Del Rio's job remains to be seen. Team owner Wayne Weaver has said Jacksonville needs to make the playoffs for Del Rio to stick around for a 10th season (I guess that means he should start packing). Del Rio made it clear late last season that he had grown tired of Garrard's inconsistent ways, but the coach remained steadfast through training camp and the preseason that Garrard was his starter.
Not sure what Garrard did to get cut, but wow!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Ahhh, regular season is finally here!
How exciting! Two days from real football. The real hits, run and passes that make us hold our breath, scream and spew expletives. I cannot wait. :)
This seasons opening game. Brees vs. Rodgers.... or, Saints vs. Packers for a Thursday Nite matchup. These two Super Bowl winning teams promise enough excitement to cause you to have some Bayer aspirin on hand. I can't wait!
FYI - I must root for the Saints. Brees was a Charger first, so I will always hope he wins (unless he is playing the Chargers, of course). Plus, we all like it when Kele is happy. So geaux Saints!
Big shout out to Manny ~ Happy Birthday Dude!
ChargerGirl Cindi
This seasons opening game. Brees vs. Rodgers.... or, Saints vs. Packers for a Thursday Nite matchup. These two Super Bowl winning teams promise enough excitement to cause you to have some Bayer aspirin on hand. I can't wait!
FYI - I must root for the Saints. Brees was a Charger first, so I will always hope he wins (unless he is playing the Chargers, of course). Plus, we all like it when Kele is happy. So geaux Saints!
Big shout out to Manny ~ Happy Birthday Dude!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Chargers lose Tolzien to Niners! Look out Smith!
Quarterback Scott Tolzien was claimed by San Francisco and center/guard Colin Baxter was claimed by the New York Jets.
I liked Tolzien a lot, I was hoping that if we decided not to stay 3 deep in the QB slot we would put him on the practice squad. I hate to say it, but it's a smart move by the Niners to grab him as they were super weak in QBs and needed someone who could run the West Coast Offense. I would not be surprised to see him replace Smith by game four when the Niners are 0-3.
ChargerGirl Cindi
I liked Tolzien a lot, I was hoping that if we decided not to stay 3 deep in the QB slot we would put him on the practice squad. I hate to say it, but it's a smart move by the Niners to grab him as they were super weak in QBs and needed someone who could run the West Coast Offense. I would not be surprised to see him replace Smith by game four when the Niners are 0-3.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Friday, September 2, 2011
49ers choose Smith as their starter.
Coach Jim Harbaugh formally made the announcement that has been anticipated by 49ers fans. Harbaugh claims that Smith played "calm, cool and collected." He must have not been watching the same game. I saw him get rushed and only make 8 completions, but I'm not managing a losing franchise and oh, expect him to be able to handle West Coast offense...
Did I mention he did not throw a touchdown during any of the four preseason games... just sayin.
Smith, is a 2005 No. 1 overall draft pick out of Utah and took the majority of reps with the first-team offense during training camp. Now, he will be the guy going into the team's Sept. 11 opener against the defending NFC West champion Seattle Seahawks at Candlestick Park. Smith returned to the Niners for 2011 on a $5 million, one-year deal after a positive meeting with Harbaugh -- an ex-NFL quarterback himself -- during the spring.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Did I mention he did not throw a touchdown during any of the four preseason games... just sayin.
Smith, is a 2005 No. 1 overall draft pick out of Utah and took the majority of reps with the first-team offense during training camp. Now, he will be the guy going into the team's Sept. 11 opener against the defending NFC West champion Seattle Seahawks at Candlestick Park. Smith returned to the Niners for 2011 on a $5 million, one-year deal after a positive meeting with Harbaugh -- an ex-NFL quarterback himself -- during the spring.
ChargerGirl Cindi
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Snoozefest... but a few reasons to wake up.
Matthews and Gilchrist were stand outs, otherwise, another boring preseason game. No one got hurt and now we can prep for a Viking pillaging. Of course, we will be doing the pillaging.
I was perusing NFL.com during the extra boring parts. Philip Rivers and The Chargers are expected to do great things this season by the entire football community. Usually, its just us die hard fans, but not this year. Rivers is predicted to be the NFL MVP, by every analyst on the panel. How you like them apples Tom Brady?! ha ha
The axe will be sharp this week. I'll update with cuts when I get them.
REGULAR SEASON here we come!
ChargerGirl Cindi
I was perusing NFL.com during the extra boring parts. Philip Rivers and The Chargers are expected to do great things this season by the entire football community. Usually, its just us die hard fans, but not this year. Rivers is predicted to be the NFL MVP, by every analyst on the panel. How you like them apples Tom Brady?! ha ha
The axe will be sharp this week. I'll update with cuts when I get them.
REGULAR SEASON here we come!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Chargers Release Binn, and some unknowns.
Such a shame to see David Binn go. He was the longest-tenured player in Chargers history, playing 268 games for San Diego, including a streak of 179 in a row. I do not remember him ever pissing me off or making an off field spectacle of himself. No reason was given except they needed to get down to 80 players before Thursday.. sigh.
The Chargers also waived cornerbackOf the 10 players released, only Binn has played a regular-season game for the Chargers.
Come on Thursday! Go Bolts!
Sunday, August 28, 2011
2011 Preseason ~ Chargers vs. Cardinals
Watching the first quarter was painful. The Cards dominated both sides of the ball and Matthews fumbled and got hurt.
Second quarter showed glimmers of hope in the passing game, run still sucked and the defense started to wake up. I am so happy I have Rivers and Jackson on my fantasy league team. They have a great connection and I can't wait for regular season, but I digress.
By the third quarter I realize that it's not that we are phoning it in, Arizona is actually a team to beat. Fitzgerald is crazy good. My friend loves to make predictions about the Chargers upcoming record. Well Matt, this prediction is for you. This game was a preview of the Super Bowl, and the outcome will be the same.
Fourth quarter, well it's preseason and I don't want to get attached to the kids who will be gone in a few weeks, so it's time to make dinner. After all, this is on DVR and I'm already thinking about Thursday.
Go Chargers!
Cindi
Second quarter showed glimmers of hope in the passing game, run still sucked and the defense started to wake up. I am so happy I have Rivers and Jackson on my fantasy league team. They have a great connection and I can't wait for regular season, but I digress.
By the third quarter I realize that it's not that we are phoning it in, Arizona is actually a team to beat. Fitzgerald is crazy good. My friend loves to make predictions about the Chargers upcoming record. Well Matt, this prediction is for you. This game was a preview of the Super Bowl, and the outcome will be the same.
Fourth quarter, well it's preseason and I don't want to get attached to the kids who will be gone in a few weeks, so it's time to make dinner. After all, this is on DVR and I'm already thinking about Thursday.
Go Chargers!
Cindi
What preseason means to me... and the Chargers.
As a football fan there are superstitions, rituals and beliefs that everyone has. One of mine goes along with preseason football. As you may or may or may not remember, the year we went to the Super Bowl was the year we went 0-4 in preseason. So, the worse we do in preseason, the farther we go in regular season and the playoffs. So, stink up the preseason and lets go to the SuperBowl! I have been holding on to this particular superstition for over 20 years, it's going to happen again, right?
GO BOLTS! Stink it up in the preseason!
GO BOLTS! Stink it up in the preseason!
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Game on!
Welcome to the very first post on my blog. I started ChargerGirl Cindi's real football because I am always talking about the Chargers and football. I wanted a way to get my thoughts and analysis to everyone quicker, so a blog was born. Here's to the good, the bad and the ugly (You know who you are Norv) and to a woman's opinion on football.
Game on!
ChargerGirl Cindi
Game on!
ChargerGirl Cindi
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