Bill Plaschke: Right or wrong, coach Brandon Staley, and Chargers fans, must live with his decisions
LOS ANGELES — Five years after barging into town unwanted and unloved, the Chargers finally are making themselves at home.
They have a breathtaking young quarterback, with Justin Herbert capturing the imagination and LeBron-sized headlines.
They have an energized a young fan base that slowly is taking over SoFi Stadium, with Chargers' jerseys now seen from Valencia to San Clemente.
They have bundles of buzz, with folks still talking about that chilling Sunday night game against the Las Vegas Raiders, everyone marveling at their dramatic efforts despite a loss that knocked them from the playoffs.
In taking their first serious strides toward becoming Los Angeles' favorite team, the Chargers have the right star, the right culture, the right branding … but have yet to answer the most important question.
Do they have the right coach?
Is bold, brainy but baffling Brandon
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