Why San Diego Chargers’ Philip Rivers Will Be NFL MVP Candidate in 2012

With a new season brings new expectations. Some will fade into the mist, others will continue to stroll down mediocrity lane, and others will take the next leap into the level of stardom.

2011 in review: Eli becomes "Elite"; Brees breaks Dan Marino's 1984 passing yards record with 5,087; Cam Newton hushes all doubters with a stellar rookie season.

So where does Rivers sit in comparison to his competition in 2012?

Although Rivers had one of the better seasons of his career, gaining 27 touchdowns, 4,624 yards and a Pro Bowl bid, it was the element of inconsistency that damaged his goods. In comparison to the 2010 and 2011 seasons, Rivers tossed an additional seven interceptions for a grand total of 20, th...

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