5 bold predictions for Los Angeles Chargers in 2020

DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 01: Running back Austin Ekeler #30 of the Los Angeles Chargers leads his team onto the field before a game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High on December 1, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. The Broncos defeated the Chargers 23-20. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) /

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CARSON, CA – AUGUST 24: Tyrod Taylor #5 of the Los Angeles Chargers avoids the Seattle Seahawks during a preseason NFL football game at Dignity Health Sports Park on August 24, 2019 in Carson, California. The Seattle Seahawks won 23-15. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images) /

2. Tyrod Taylor won’t last eight games

The Chargers’ decision to rely on Taylor as their starter heading into the regular season is, questionable, at best. Signing a veteran like Cam Newton or drafting a rookie to throw onto the field would both be superior plans.

No matter what, Taylor isn’t going to remain the team’s starter for a full 16-game slate. He’s just too limited as a passer to be a reliable NFL starter. He’s a game manager at best. That’s not a recipe for success for any extended period of time.

The minute this team falls out of realistic playoff contention they’ll start looking for a quarterback option with a higher ceiling. That will happen even if Easton Stick is the only other choice available to Lynn and his coaching staff.

Taylor is nothing more than a competent placeholder for the Chargers to go to while they figure out the identify of their next starter. Los Angeles fans should be hoping to see a quarterback selected by their favorite team in Round 1. Otherwise, the position will torpedo the Chargers’ hopes of competence in 2020.

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