Following a disappointing performance against the Carolina Panthers, the pressure is on the LA Chargers to avoid a 1-3 start. Historically, teams have had better odds of making the playoffs after starting 2-2 than losing three out of their first four games. It’s also important to win against Tampa Bay because of the Saints potentially having Michael Thomas back from injury next week.
Tom Brady struggled in the first game of the year, but since then he’s rebounded with two good performances against Denver and Carolina. Like on many recent Brady teams, it’s not the offense that concerns me.