Will Robert Meachem Become the No. 1 Option for San Diego Chargers?

July 18, 2012   ·   Christopher Hansen   ·   Jump to comments

The long saga between Vincent Jackson and the San Diego Chargers finally ended this offseason. Jackson got a long-term deal and the Chargers no longer have a headache. While the divorce between Jackson and the Chargers was a good thing for both sides, it isn't easy to replace a good receiver like Jackson.
Even though the Chargers knew the day was coming, they weren't prepared for life without Jackson. Vincent Brown and Malcom Floyd needed help, and the Chargers picked up Eddie Royal and Robert Meachem in free agency. Royal is expected to play in the slot with Meachem starting in Jackson's old spot on the outside.
With Meachem and Floyd on the outside, Philip Rivers is going to have to decide which of the two is going to be his go-to receiver. While Floyd did an admirable job in Jackson's long absence in 2010, it's the younger Meachem that will become the No. 1 option in San Diego.
Meachem started 25 games for the Saints over the past four years and hasn't missed a game i...

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