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Williams' loss devastating for Chargers
San Diego run defense in disarray without nose tackle
Updated: October 18, 2009, 5:33 PM ET
By
Bill Barnwell | Football Outsiders
Losing nose tackle Jamal Williams has thrown the San Diego Chargers' defense into a state of disarray. His absence, more so than any other factor -- including the unfortunate presence of Norv Turner -- might end up costing the Chargers their shot at a Super Bowl.
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