The Chargers conduct a study each offseason.
They compare injury data from their team with the rest of the NFL, analyzing how they stack up in such variables as injury-type frequency. Are they ahead of the curve in some respects? Behind in others? They dig deeper for trends and potential explanations. Certain staff members analyze the latest exercise-science advancements to ensure players run stride for stride with modern research.
This study is done every offseason.
Except next time, it will be different.
“I can assure you this year is going to be more in-depth and thorough than ever before,” said John Spanos, president of football operations.