San Diego Chargers: Key Games to Watch for in 2016

Dec 20, 2015; San Diego, CA, USA; San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) hands off to San Diego Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (28) in the first half of the game against the Miami Dolphins at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports /

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Dec 6, 2015; San Diego, CA, USA; Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) and cornerback Aqib Talib (21) celebrate after a defensive stop during the fourth quarter against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports /

Week 6: vs. Denver Broncos

The first of two divisional games against the Broncos in a span of less than three weeks, Rivers for some reason loves taking on the Broncos regardless of the circumstance. If you recall from Week 17 in the 2015 season, the Chargers had a 20-17 lead against the Broncos in the fourth quarter and were close to spoiling home-field advantage for Denver as it eventually led to a Super Bowl championship.

Think Rivers won’t be hyped for a rematch? Especially with Allen and his receiving corps in tow? Getting RB Melvin Gordon established will be vital here as well, as the running game element can of course keep a defense honest. The Broncos running game will be active as well, so linebackers Manti Te’o and Denzel Perryman will have to be alert and active on their own.

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