SUPPORT » Shot some quick questions to Wisconsin’s Michael Deit

er during yesterday media session."Yesterday Corey Liuget Color Rush Jersey , I got to meet with Wisconsin offensive linemen Michael Deiter during the first interview session here at the Senior Bowl. Deiter has been one of my prospects to watch this week as I believe his versatility is something that the Chargers will covet.Deiter has over 12 starts at guard, tackle, and center, and has played all three positions at an elite level. Most likely a guard at the next level, Deiter would provide a wealth of experience (54 career starts) for an offensive line still trying to solidify two of its’ three interior positions.He was extremely pleasant to talk to and couldn’t speak enough of the amazing things Wisconsin did to prepare him for his NFL future. I hope you guys enjoy!Michael Peterson: Towards the end of the regular season, the Chargers began to realize they needed some help along the interior of the offensive line and right tackle. With at least 12 starts at tackle, guard, and center Dan Feeney Color Rush Jersey , which position do you think you played the best and which one is your favorite?Michael Deiter: I’d say I played guard the best. That’s also my favorite because that’s where I’m most comfortable right now. But I’m equally confident that I can play center as good as I can play guard. Just need a couple days to practice it and I’ll be good.Peterson: Are you playing mostly guard this week then?Deiter: Yeah and I’m hoping I get to play some center.Peterson: Anthony Lynn loves to use pulling guards and centers. Is that something you would feel comfortable with, moving out into space, latching on to smaller defenders, if you were to be drafted by the Chargers?Deiter: Yeah we did that a lot at Wisconsin, we were pulling all the time, and that’s fun. That’s a fun part of playing offensive line, getting out and running and showing that you can move a little bit and it’s really good for an offense when you can hit big plays from guys pulling and making big blocks. It’s definitely something I’m comfortable with.Peterson: What do you think it is that Wisconsin does differently to set them apart from the other Big Ten schools who are also known for producing great offensive line talent?Deiter: I honestly think it’s just the way we work. It’s cliche but it’s true. We work hard and we work long hours and that’s pretty much the formula. You gotta make sure you’re strong, gotta make sure you’re big. It’s a detailed Kyle Emanuel Color Rush Jersey , focused work each and every day. If you’re working with that focus, you’re going to get better way faster than going in with a blank slate. It’s a formula that we stick to and there’s no derailment from that. It all comes back to a coach that holds you accountable. We have good coaches and all that good stuff.Peterson: I heard someone ask you earlier if you’ve met with all 32 teams. Has there been anything involving the Chargers worth a note?Deiter: I’ve met with them a little bit here. It’s been the same for pretty much every team. It’s been pretty standard. There hasn’t been a lot of extra interaction. This is a great time of year to be thankful for what we have, where we have been, and what the future holds. Although the Chargers have lost their way a bit in recent years, the month of December still holds such incredible promise! This advent calendar is an attempt to hearken back to these days of December joy. Each day will bring a new advent from the Bolts’ history that makes it wonderful to be a Chargers fan.Dec. 08: 2018 appears to be Whisenhunt’s year!The Chargers offense has always some success with Philip Rivers under center. With the birthday boy heading into his 15th season with the franchise, Rivers has been consistent at making the Chargers look playable even in lost seasons. After being fired by the Tennessee Titans, Chargers offensive coordinator needed a fresh start...kind of. Following being let go by the Arizona Cardinals, the Georgia native headed out to San Diego under Mike McCoy to become the Bolt’s offensive coordinator. In 2013 Brandon Mebane Color Rush Jersey , Whisenhunt’s offense was dynamic, explosive and considered one of the best in the NFL. Ranking 4th in total offense, 4th in passing offense and 13th in rushing offense, the Whiz turned San Diego into a contender and helped bring them back to the postseason that season. Then he left for Tennessee, the Chargers run offense struggled and the team has been stuck in a limbo of averageness since. Oh but how Santa Claus saw how nice of a person Whisenhunt was and threw him a bone. Entering his third year back with the organization, Whisenhunt’s magic has made the Chargers offense into one of the league’s best once again. Ranking 5th in total offense. 8th in passing offense and 11th in rushing offense, Whisenhut’s numbers actually are better than his successful 2013 campaign.The big kicker however is the ability to take veteran talent and turn it into MVP caliber status. Rivers is now 37 but playing stronger than he did back when he was 32. In 2013, the future Hall of Fame gunslinger threw for 32 touchdowns and just 11 interceptions. He’s on pace to throw for 37 touchdowns and eight interceptions this season. Austin Ekeler has seen his role grow similar to how Whinsenhunt used Danny Woodhead in 2013. A pass catcher first Michael Schofield Color Rush Jersey , Ekekler has collected three of his four total touchdowns through the air. Whienshunt has also done a fantastic job transforming young talent into rising stars early on in their careers. Before the injury, Hunter Henry looked to be the next great tight end in the NFL thanks to his route running and red zone threat. Following a terrible rookie season, Mike Williams have proven to be a quality secondary receiver in Whiz’s offense. Even Melvin Gordon has turned his career around and become one of the best feature backs in the league. With the news of Whisenhunt electing to stay in Los Angeles rather than head back home to coach Georgia Tech, it proves he’s invested in the team that has been nothing short of finding success under him. This holiday season, don’t be a grinch and look at the terrible moments the Chargers have seen a points this season. Be cheery and joyful that thanks the Whisenhunt, Los Angeles could ready to make a trip down to Atlanta come February.