In many ways, the 2014 NFL season was a frustrating one for the San Diego Chargers (9-7). This was a team that snuck into the playoffs last season and advanced to the divisional round, but this time they find themselves watching from home after being eliminated from contention during last Sunday's regular-season finale at Kansas City.
Even though they couldn't put it together as a team, some players individually shined all season long. Veteran tight end Antonio Gates was out to prove that his storied career wasn't a wrap just yet.
In fantasy football, Ladarius Green was a trendy pick to have a breakout season. The thought process was that age would catch up to Gates, who is in his mid-30's. However, from the very early part of the season, he was one of the most consistent playmakers for Philip Rivers.
