Update: Even though Rivers is just beginning his reign as the Chargers' starting quarterback, he has effortlessly eased into his leadership role, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Recommendation: "Certain players have leadership qualities," tight end Antonio Gates said. "I see how he is around this locker room, telling people, 'We're going to throw on Tuesday,' posting signs up - 'Be here at 7:30.' That's just something that impresses me about him." In addition, he has been a popular player in the clubhouse since his rookie season. "He's got charisma," receiver Keenan McCardell said. "People like being around him. And that's a good attribute for being at that position. He doesn't need to step it up if you're already that way."

6/10/2006 7:29:05 PM

god that's so awesome

i can't wait for sept 10 (or is it 11th?)

6/10/2006 7:57:10 PM

^

6/10/2006 8:10:00 PM

he's going to be one of the game's greats... I guarantee.

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6/10/2006 11:53:25 PM

this is gonna be excitin

i hope he comes out and does so awesome. it would be a help to our football team's recruiting too

6/11/2006 8:07:15 PM

just like Dan Marino boosted Pitt's recruiting

6/11/2006 8:17:27 PM

i'm gonna grab him as a backup for the fantasy team this year

6/11/2006 8:41:47 PM

^you and me both!!

6/11/2006 8:57:47 PM