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.