The Facts:
GM A.J. Smith confirmed Tuesday that the team soon will begin negotiations with Rivers on a long-term contract. “You offer a contract and hope for the best,” Smith said while watching a Senior Bowl practice. “We'll have a contract (offer) and hope it's successful. If not, we have the franchise (tag).”
Reported by the San Diego Union-Tribune
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Rivers has for a couple of years been lauded as a leader and emerging star. In 2008, he grew into his potential on the field, throwing for 4,009 yards and a team-record 34 touchdowns. His 105.5 passer rating was also a team record. The Chargers are 33-15 and have gone to the playoffs all three seasons with Rivers as the starting quarterback. Rivers' passer rating and touchdown-to-interception ratio are better than those of Tom Brady, John Elway, Brett Favre, Peyton Manning, Joe Montana or Steve Young in their first 48 NFL starts.
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