Andy Reid entrusted the Kansas City Chiefs offense to an inexperienced quarterback who has thrived under his guidance. Bill O’Brien got the Houston Texans on track after a slow start. Matt Nagy has taken the Chicago Bears from last place to first in the NFC North.
How these obstacles have faded into the background speaks to the degree to which Lynn has changed the franchise culture. And how the Chargers are now tied for the best record in the AFC illustrates why Lynn should succeed crosstown counterpart Sean McVay as the NFL’s coach of the year.
Start with where they play.