SAN DIEGO – You can’t blame San Diego Chargers defensive coordinator John Pagano for being a bit grumpy this week.
Every Thursday Pagano is asked the same questions about his defense’s failings. The Chargers allow a league-worst 5 rushing yards a carry. San Diego’s defense gives up 6.34 yards per play, second worst in the league.
Heading into Monday night’s matchup against the Chicago Bears a point of emphasis this week for Pagano’s players is eliminating big plays. The Chargers have given up 37 plays of 20-plus yards this season, including a league-high 11 runs of 20-plus yards.