Chargers Defensive Problems

The San Diego Chargers are not getting the type of pass rush they had hoped for. The team is finding sacks and negative plays elusive; the Bolts have only generated six sacks through four games (ties them for 4th lowest in the league). The Chargers’ secondary also have problems; tackling continues to be a weak-point. “The Chargers might need to strongly consider implementing more 4-3 looks to offset their lack of a true nose tackle. I think moving Luis Castillo inside to the three-technique would allow his natural athleticism to shine.” Vaughn Martin could also benefit from a more traditional defensive line position, and would most likely make the adjustments quickly. The Bolts have plenty of natural defensive ends in  guys like Merriman, English, Phillips, and Tucker, so those players would be placed in positions where they are naturally suited. Defensive Coordinator Ron Rivera, who is on the last year of his contract, wants to land a head coaching job somewhere. Perhaps he would like to improve his resume by drawing on his 4-3 background. The Bolts have to use their bye week to quickly steer San Diego back in the winning column. Being 2-2 does not go well with Chargers’ fans and the team has now compiled a 13-13 record over 26 games.

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