ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Philip Rivers has seen first-hand Melvin Gordon's maturation from workhorse, bruising running back at Wisconsin to a versatile, do-everything performer for the Los Angeles Chargers.
After his three-touchdown performance in a 31-20 win over the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field on Sunday.
Gordon's ability to sniff the end zone is a continuation from last year. Since 2016, Gordon's 27 touchdowns is second in the NFL only his crosstown rival Todd Gurley of the Los Angeles Rams (29).
Now in his fourth season, what's changed for Gordon is his effectiveness as a pass-catcher out of the backfield.