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Top 5 Chiefs vs. Chargers Matchups To Watch In Week 7

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Top 5 Chiefs vs. Chargers Matchups To Watch In Week 7

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For a second straight week, the San Diego Chargers (5-1) will be facing off against a division rival. Last week, it was the Oakland Raiders, and now they're preparing for the Kansas City Chiefs (2-3). The Chiefs are coming off a loss to the San Francisco 49ers, while the Chargers squeaked out a win over Oakland. Here are this week's top five match ups.

5. Malcolm Floyd vs. Sean Smith

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5. Malcolm Floyd vs. Sean Smith

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Wide receiver Michael Floyd is the Chargers' leading receiver in yards at the moment and should pose a tough challenge for veteran cornerback Sean Smith, who's still trying to prove he's worth the money the Chiefs paid to land him in free agency a couple of years ago. Smith currently has one interception and seven pass deflections so far this season, while Floyd has 17 receptions for 362 yards and three touchdowns.

4. Philip Rivers vs. Chiefs' Pass Defense

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4. Philip Rivers vs. Chiefs' Pass Defense

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Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers may have a tough time against the Chiefs and their seventh ranked pass defense. The one thing that may help him is that he spreads the ball around well.

3. Jamaal Charles vs. Chargers' Run Defense

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3. Jamaal Charles vs. Chargers' Run Defense

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Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles is actually having a bit of a down year after missing some time due to an ankle injury. He's only averaging 4.6 yards per carry and has only reached the end zone one time on the ground. He'll have to face off against the Chargers' ninth ranked run defense on Sunday.

2. Justin Houston vs. D.J. Fluker

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2. Justin Houston vs. D.J. Fluker

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Chargers right tackle D.J. Fluker will have quite the task of going up against Chiefs linebacker Justin Houston on Sunday. He already has six sacks on the season.

1. Brandon Flowers vs. His Former Team

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1. Brandon Flowers vs. His Former Team

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Chargers cornerback Brandon Flowers will be facing his former team for the first time since the Chiefs released him this past offseason. I'm sure he would love to make them pay for giving up on him.

Paul Jackiewicz is an NFL writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow him on Twitter @Paul_Jackiewicz, “Like” him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google.

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