No. 10: BR NFL Staff – Bleacher Report (Last Week: No. 13)
[Jim Harbaugh] He has quickly built a team that, when healthy, has few real weaknesses. The defense is elite, the running game is above average and quarterback Justin Herbert is thriving as a high-level game manager.
With Quentin Johnston and Ladd McConkey emerging as reliable receivers, the Chargers have become a well-balanced, well-coached team with enough talent that no one will want to see them in January.
No. 11: NFL Nation, Kris Rhim – ESPN (Last Week: No. 13)
MVP no QB: Corredor J.K. Dobbins
Dobbins has been the Chargers’ most impactful offseason signing, giving Los Angeles its best rushing offense since the days of LaDainian Tomlinson. After suffering a season-ending Achilles rupture in Week 1 of last season, Dobbins is having one of the best years of his career. Coach Jim Harbaugh has used postgame press conferences to campaign for Dobbins to be the Comeback Player of the Year. He is up to 670 yards and six touchdowns this season, both ranking in the top 10 in the NFL.
No. 11: Vinnie Iyer – Sporting News (Last Week: No. 13)
The Chargers have seen Justin Herbert get into a downfield passing rhythm to support the strong running game, which also makes things easier on defense.
No. 12: Mike Florio – Pro Football Talk (Last Week: No. 14)
The Chargers will be tough in the playoffs.
