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08:01 AM ET 08.16 | Has San Diego already found its LT replacement in Ryan Mathews, who ran for 50 yards on nine carries? What Mathews did in his first game taking over for an icon could not be overstated, even in an exhibition. Mathews tried to keep his mind off his unofficial debut all day, then vomited in the locker room shortly before the game. "Nerves," he said afterward ... Mathews sent out a message via Twitter last week that stated he is not replacing LaDainian Tomlinson. That said, Mathews in his first night in lightning bolts did a good job showing he might be able to do just that.

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August 16, 2010 08:02 AM ET

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That's why they drafted him.

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August 16, 2010 08:08 AM ET

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Watched a little of their game last night - this kid has something.

Oh - and the Bears suck. That was obvious also.

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August 16, 2010 08:10 AM ET

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Oh - and the Bears suck. That was obvious also.

Since you're an astute observer of the game, I'm sure you didn't have to watch the game to figure that out. Mornin', Otis.

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August 16, 2010 08:11 AM ET

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It's going to be hard replacing L.T, but considering the pieces around him, it's possible.

considering the GM they have, it's also not plausible... That O line is missing a big piece come real time

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August 16, 2010 08:12 AM ET

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Since you're an astute observer of the game, I'm sure you didn't have to watch the game to figure that out. Mornin', Otis.

Morning DD...

I may have to reassess my AFC West rankings. Bolts looked very, very good. Either that or the Bears are abysmal.

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August 16, 2010 08:12 AM ET

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Its good to see them start making some progress.

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August 16, 2010 08:17 AM ET

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Originally posted 08:12 AM ET 08.16 by Otis B. Driftwood

Morning DD... I may have to reassess my AFC West rankings. Bolts looked very, very good. Either that or the Bears are abysmal.

Both could be true. I can't see SD finishing anywhere but on top of the AFC West. The Raiders will be much improved, but they're not a playoff team this year. And I don't think the Broncs or the Chiefs will challange anyone but each other.

Maybe duh Bears finish below Detroit? I'd laugh.

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August 16, 2010 08:22 AM ET

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Originally posted 08:17 AM ET 08.16 by Debbie Does

Both could be true. I can't see SD finishing anywhere but on top of the AFC West. The Raiders will be much improved, but they're not a playoff team this year. And I don't think the Broncs or the Chiefs will challange anyone but each other.Maybe duh Bears finish below Detroit? I'd laugh.

I am hoping that you are right and Chargers finish first this year. Next year, barring Al Davis putting his hands in, that the Raiders could fight for first.

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August 16, 2010 08:34 AM ET

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It's going to be hard replacing L.T, but considering the pieces around him, it's possible.

If there is a running back that can replace LT; Ryan Mathews when it is all said and done just may end up passing most if not all of Tomlinson records. Mathews had an outstand three years running the ball at Fresno State, against the same WAC competition LT did during his days at TCU; And his 1,808 yards rushing ranks behind only LaDainian Tomlinson and George Jones on the WAC's career rushing list... Great move by the Chargers in drafting Ryan Mathews-- Sure some of the NFL Teams wished they had a solid running back like Mathews in their backfield this year.

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August 16, 2010 08:36 AM ET

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Trains leaving. get your butts in camp.

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August 16, 2010 08:46 AM ET

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Nice to see Mathews take on Lance Briggs man-to-man, break the tackle, and head upfield for an 18 yard gain. I remember LT running around people, but I do not recall seeing him break a tackle from somebody as good as Lance Briggs. Looks like a good draft pick so far.

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August 16, 2010 09:49 AM ET

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Nice to see Mathews take on Lance Briggs man-to-man, break the tackle, and head upfield for an 18 yard gain. I remember LT running around people, but I do not recall seeing him break a tackle from somebody as good as Lance Briggs. Looks like a good draft pick so far.

That was an impressive run. The kid is going to make the SD scouts look good before all is said and done.

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August 16, 2010 01:01 PM ET

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Thats why I drafted him

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August 16, 2010 04:37 PM ET

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kid has talent and he's on the right team...

yep, poor cj spiller on the other hand has one of those 2

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August 16, 2010 04:57 PM ET

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Originally posted 08:17 AM ET 08.16 by Debbie Does

Both could be true. I can't see SD finishing anywhere but on top of the AFC West. The Raiders will be much improved, but they're not a playoff team this year. And I don't think the Broncs or the Chiefs will challange anyone but each other.Maybe duh Bears finish below Detroit? I'd laugh.

Here's hoping that the Chiefs surprise some people this year. 8-8 isn't a completely laughable thought. But definitely not enough to win the division.