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Stafford, however, instantly recounted the statistical picture going into it, the personnel and coverages former Patriots coach Bill Belichick successfully deployed to neutralize Hall of Fame receiver Calvin Johnson, and key injuries that occurred.

Potentially testing himself against a receiver of Chase’s caliber is exciting, Hart said.

“But I also want to be known as a guy who can be 6-3 and 200 pounds, and guard the short, shifty receiver in the slot. I want to be an all-around corner.”

The Chargers need any help possible to contend not only with Chase, but also the potential return of wide receiver Tee Higgins.

After switching from receiver to cornerback at Notre Dame, Hart always lobbied to cover the opposing team’s best receiving threat.