I think it is quite possible that Gordon will replace Cromartie as a starting CB this year. After watching fan fest and witnessing Gordon's outstanding and consistent defensive array of talants, it looks as if Gordon is going to be a starter. While Cromartie is extremely talented but lacks focus and takes plays off. Giving opponents wide open deep pass plays for TD's, like when VJ beat Cromartie down the sideline for an easy TD at Fan Fest. There was no reason for it but lazyness by Cromartie to allow VJ to beat him like that and Merriman gave Cromartie a verbal lesson that he will not be allowed to take plays off. Merriman wants a Super Bowl and so does the rest of the team, taking plays off, like Cromartie likes to do, will only work to find himself on the bench.
CHARGERS NOTES: Gordon's chief concern is making more plays
SAN DIEGO ---- Cletis Gordon made a pair of interceptions that didn't matter
much. The fourth-year defensive back picked off two passes during Saturday
morning's practice, making excellent reads and breaks on both.Despite having a good day, Gordon wasn't ready to pat himself on the back. He knows that it takes an entire training camp to make a real impression on the coaches who determine playing time. But in the first few weeks, Gordon has put his best foot
forward.He's consistently making plays and forcing coaches to include him
in key packages. It's an uphill climb for Gordon, who has Quentin Jammer,
Antonio Cromartie and Antoine Cason ahead of him on the depth chart.
"I'm not really concerned about how and exactly where I fit in with the other guys,"
Gordon said. "I'm only worried about how I'm doing and how I can progress as a
football player."Gordon has grown in each of the last three seasons and
could well be playing himself into more playing time.
"That's obviously the goal," Gordon said. "I'm gaining confidence and am comfortable with what we're doing right now. I've made some plays, but I have to remain consistent throughout camp."
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