dave mcbride Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 (edited) Shockingly, it may be Philip Rivers when factoring in his supporting cast. His numbers are unbelievable: 71 percent completion rate 22 TDs to 8 INTs 8.5 ypa 106.6 rating A very low 4.8 percent sack rate (behind an average at best o-line) http://www.pro-footb.../R/RivePh00.htm Of all the 5-6 teams, the Chargers seem to me the likeliest candidate to sneak in. Edited November 26, 2013 by dave mcbride
Fixxxer Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 The funny thing is that some people (fans and experts) thought his arm was shot or that something was wrong with him. He definitely should be in the MVP conversation.
boyst Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 I have always wondered how he flies so under the radar? The west coast drawing a lack of attention? Eli gets toasted and roasted weekly. Brees is a stud. Dalton gets a lot of love. But Rivers get nothing. He is a very solid game manager that plays QB very well. I always hoped Fitz would get to Rivers level.
H2o Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 The funny thing is that some people (fans and experts) thought his arm was shot or that something was wrong with him. He definitely should be in the MVP conversation. Agreed. I think he was playing injured last year. He has been lights out. That pass on Sunday was as perfect as they come with less than a minute left in the game.
ALF Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 The Chargers have Joe D' for OL coach. I wish he were still here.
jr1 Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 He's very prolific off the field as well having fathered 7 kids
Big Turk Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 Shockingly, it may be Philip Rivers when factoring in his supporting cast. His numbers are unbelievable: 71 percent completion rate 22 TDs to 8 INTs 8.5 ypa 106.6 rating A very low 4.8 percent sack rate (behind an average at best o-line) http://www.pro-footb.../R/RivePh00.htm Of all the 5-6 teams, the Chargers seem to me the likeliest candidate to sneak in. Yeah he has been going in...lit up the Chiefs for almost 50 points last week and I sat him on one of my fantasy teams cause I thought the Chiefs D would limit his point total and cost me the game after he put up 49 fantasy points...
Charles Romes Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 I have always wondered how he flies so under the radar? The west coast drawing a lack of attention? Eli gets toasted and roasted weekly. Brees is a stud. Dalton gets a lot of love. But Rivers get nothing. He is a very solid game manager that plays QB very well. I always hoped Fitz would get to Rivers level. It took several years of missing the playoffs before he was removed from the elite group. Circa 2007 he was seen as a solid top 5.
RussellDopeland Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 I have a tough time taking Rivers seriously. Every time he takes his helmet off all I see is Jim Carrey in "Dumb and Dumber".
Captain Hindsight Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 Best fantasy pickup I made all season
Big C Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 Best fantasy pickup I made all season Biggest fantasy mistake I made this year: starting the Chiefs D (-7) and benching Rivers (27). At least Kap still put up the 20+ I was expecting and got the win.
Mr. WEO Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 Shockingly, it may be Philip Rivers when factoring in his supporting cast. His numbers are unbelievable: 71 percent completion rate 22 TDs to 8 INTs 8.5 ypa 106.6 rating A very low 4.8 percent sack rate (behind an average at best o-line) http://www.pro-footb.../R/RivePh00.htm Of all the 5-6 teams, the Chargers seem to me the likeliest candidate to sneak in. Well, other than last week, the Chargers are 0-for-November, with Rivers amassing a whopping 4 TDs over those 3 weeks (and 3 ints, 2 of whcih led to Redskins scores). Meanwhile, Nick Foles has lead his team to 4 wins in 5 games. He 16 TDs and zeero Ints.
BillsFan130 Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 I wouldn't say rivers is a game manger. in the last 3 years I believe he has the most turnovers than any other QB. but in saying that he is a very good players. hes a gunslinger
TheBrownBear Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 I was one who believed he was washed up. Frankly, the previous three years he was a turnover machine and horribly unclutch in end-of-game situations. He is playing much better this year and if not for some late game defensive breakdowns, the Chargers would be at 8-3 or so. He is definitely NOT a game manager. Reminds me a lot of Kelly in that he's immobile, strictly a pocket guy, and willing to take big risks pushing the ball down the field.
YoloinOhio Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 Rivers is a great QB, IMO. Norv set him back. He has very little to work with in SD. I think they will be a contender though only because of him. If they make the playoffs, he is a MVP candidate in my eyes. McCoy has turned him around.
dave mcbride Posted November 26, 2013 Author Posted November 26, 2013 Well, other than last week, the Chargers are 0-for-November, with Rivers amassing a whopping 4 TDs over those 3 weeks (and 3 ints, 2 of whcih led to Redskins scores). Meanwhile, Nick Foles has lead his team to 4 wins in 5 games. He 16 TDs and zeero Ints. It's a team game, and one is judged on the full season, not two losses in two weeks. I'm not sure why you're excluding the good November game from the overall November stats.
YoloinOhio Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 Well, other than last week, the Chargers are 0-for-November, with Rivers amassing a whopping 4 TDs over those 3 weeks (and 3 ints, 2 of whcih led to Redskins scores). Meanwhile, Nick Foles has lead his team to 4 wins in 5 games. He 16 TDs and zeero Ints. If Rivers had DeSean Jackson and Shady McCoy he would likely have better #s too.
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 So right when chad Rhinehart goes to san Diego, Philip rivers becomes an MVP? Coincidence? I don't think so.
Bills Fan in Beantown Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 He always strikes me a choke artist. But thats just my opinion and that and $2.85 will get me a cup of coffee.
YoloinOhio Posted November 26, 2013 Posted November 26, 2013 (edited) It's a team game, and one is judged on the full season, not two losses in two weeks. I'm not sure why you're excluding the good November game from the overall November stats. Rivers was good in the Denver game too. His defense was not. They lost, but not because of him. That said, if you ever look at a Chargers fan message board the majority cannot wait to get rid of him. They have no idea how hard it is to find a franchise QB, apparently. He always strikes me a choke artist. But thats just my opinion and that and $2.85 will get me a cup of coffee. He played in the AFC Championship game with a torn ACL. Edited November 26, 2013 by YoloInTheBlo
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