🏈The Chargers' history is marked by a pattern of chokes and collapses, earning them a reputation as a cursed franchise.
💊The Chargers' use of steroids during training camp in the 1960s raised questions about the team's ethics and contributed to their downfall.
🛡️The Chargers' defense experienced a decline in performance during the AFL-NFL merger, leading to a lack of success in the playoffs.
🏆Drafting quarterback Dan Fouts in 1973 brought hope to the Chargers, but a lack of supporting cast hindered his success in getting the team to the playoffs.
🔁Multiple coaching changes throughout the years have further impacted the Chargers' ability to build a winning team.