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After missing the playoffs each of the last two seasons, it is clear that the path to the playoffs for the San Diego Chargers is not quite so easy as it has been in the recent past. While the Bolts were busy winning the AFC West five out of six years, the rest of the division was compiling talent with high draft picks.

Two years ago, the Chargers lost control of the division; now they must rise up and take it once more. They are in a great position to do just that.

Here's why the 2012 San Diego Chargers will win the AFC West: