Start: Philip Rivers, Los Angeles Chargers
vs. Kansas City Chiefs
I’m one of the guys who waited until late to draft my quarterback and ended up with Philip Rivers. It’s a strategy that is going to work out well for week one as the Chargers face the Chiefs. Kansas City has an iffy secondary which Rivers should be able to exploit.
Kendall Fuller is the Chiefs top cornerback and he spent most of last year handling the slot duties for the Washington Redskins. It’s possible that the Chiefs look to keep him in this role whenever possible.
The Chargers are also loaded with offensive weapons that can do damage in the passing game. Keenan Allen should have a field day going against the Chiefs group of cornerbacks.
I’m even high on Mike Williams who is looking to get his career on track after a rough rookie season. Williams has the type of length, quickness and leaping ability that works well in the red zone.
Rivers is a veteran quarterback who doesn’t hesitate to let the ball fly.
Sit: Andrew Luck, Indianapolis Colts
vs. Cincinnati Bengals
The Bengals feature an impressive collection of pass rushers that should make things difficult for Andrew Luck. They’re able to generate pressure off the edge with players like Jordan Willis, Carl Lawson and Carlos Dunlap.
However, it’s the pressure brought by defensive tackle Geno Atkins that really makes disrupts the flow of the quarterback.
The Colts don’t have much supporting Luck as he makes his way back from injury. T.Y. Hilton is still in the mix, but the rest of the receiving corps is average at best. The running game will also be an issue.