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Voted Comeback Player of the Year

After a two-year dip in his productivity and efficiency, Rivers returned to form last season. He threw the second-most touchdowns in his career, 32, and via ESPN.com, he raised his QBR from a career-low 41.5 to 71.7, his second-highest rating. He also led the team back to the postseason after three consecutive seasons of falling short.

For resurrecting his career, Rivers was named the Comeback Player of the Year by The Associated Press.

While this may seem like it should be higher, the fact is that Rivers earned this award due to his uncharacteristically poor performances the previous two seasons. It is a nice recognition for Rivers, but I'm sure it's not something he ever wants to win again.

Best Regular-Season Record

The final honorable mention is not exactly a singular moment. Rather, it is a season record that Rivers led the team to. In his first year as the starting quarterback, Rivers replaced Drew Brees and led the team to its best regular season in franchise history. The team finished the regular season with a 14-2 record and first place in the AFC.

Unfortunately, San Diego was defeated by the New England Patriots at home in the second round of the playoffs. Charger fans will always recall Marlon McCree's interception and impending fumble.

These two mentions were not singular moments, so they're listed as honorable mentions.