Shawne Merriman: "Lights Out" has shone brightly

When the Chargers drafted Shawne Merriman, they hoped he would live up to his nickname, "Lights Out." He hasn't disappointed them.

Merriman plays as both a defensive end and outside linebacker, and quarterbacks better make sure they know where he is. Merriman leads the team with seven sacks and has contributed several other big plays.

He produced five tackles and a sack against the Eagles in Week 7 and had two sacks and a forced fumble in a victory over the Chiefs a week later. He also led the team with nine tackles and a sack in a Week 9 win over the Jets, then put up two more sacks in last week's rout of the Bills.

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His versatility and big-play potential have helped the Chargers stay in playoff contention with a 6-4 record. "Lights Out" has shone in the last month, and his future is unquestionably bright.

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