What matchup will impact the game most?
 

I think its the Pats OL, if they can protect Brady.

Re: What matchup will impact the game most?
 

Everyone has seen how much we suck when the other team consistently gets pressure, so the Pats OL will have the biggest effect on the game.

Re: What matchup will impact the game most?
 

Yup - good thread topic (even though this has certainly been touched on)

It begins and ends with our OL.

Our Defense is key as well but they have been consistent all season and I have no question they will do what they need to do, to put the offense in a position to win the game.

The Charger defense is not to be taken lightly. They are probably the best all around and consistent team. We have not been the most consistent offense all season, but the way we've been playing lately, I believe the Patriots are presently the best team.

So the OL will determine if Brady has the time he needs to make plays, and if our RBs have holes to run through.

I have a feeling that the team that kicks the most FGs loses. There will be plenty of those, but both teams need to turn their red zone appearances into TDs.

That burden falls mainly on the OL to help make those plays happen.