[Hammer]

After a lengthy holdout, McCardell was traded to the Chargers but was hampered by injuries and ended up playing 8 games. He finished with a very disappointing 31 catches for 391 yards and 1 TD. At 35, he is considered in the twilight of a solid career, but is still the best receiving option after Gates (LT not included). I think he has a renaissance of sorts, but age and health are concerns.


65 catches 800 yards 6 TD.

[friarfan]

Originally Posted by Hammer

After a lengthy holdout, McCardell was traded to the Chargers but was hampered by injuries and ended up playing 8 games. He finished with a very disappointing 31 catches for 391 yards and 1 TD. At 35, he is considered in the twilight of a solid career, but is still the best receiving option after Gates (LT not included). I think he has a renaissance of sorts, but age and health are concerns.


65 catches 800 yards 6 TD.

I'd say that's pretty much in the ballpark. He'll provide a stablizing, veteran presence for the Chargers receiving corps. The Chargers are hoping/praying that one of Caldwell/Parker/Osgood steps up but they all have something going against them: Caldwell's injury, Parker's size (or lack therof) and Osgood's inexperience.

[Piney Boy]

A telling tale of McCardell in SD is that Gates will outscore him. Still he is a great go to receiver for the Chargers when needed, but at best he will be the 3rd option in the passing game. Tomlinson and Gates take 1 and 2. The numbers seem good to me. If Brees gets hurt and Rivers takes it will be very interesting to see how much those numbers change.

[onejayhawk]

Parker will likely pass him as well aas Gates already being there. LT is a fine receiver as well. Marginal at best.

J