Chargers not seen among AFC elite entering 2026
The Los Angeles Chargers are not considered among the elite teams in the AFC as they enter the 2026 season. Despite winning 11 games in consecutive seasons, they have struggled in the playoffs, leading to skepticism about their potential. With new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, the team hopes to unlock quarterback Justin Herbert's talent and improve their postseason performance.
- ▪The Chargers have won 11 games in back-to-back seasons but have been eliminated in the playoffs each time.
- ▪Mike McDaniel has been hired as the new offensive coordinator to help maximize Justin Herbert's abilities.
- ▪Bookmakers have set the Chargers' over/under win total at 9.5 for the upcoming season, which is lower than expected given their recent performance.
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