Swanson: Does It Matter that Justin Herbert’s Many Gifts Don’t Include Gab?
- The Los Angeles Chargers prepare for the 2025 season with Justin Herbert as quarterback and key additions like Najee Harris and Omarion Hampton.
- The team built this roster by drafting Hampton 22nd overall and signing Harris, aiming to establish a dominant running back duo.
- Coach Jim Harbaugh and Offensive Coordinator Greg Roman praised the lineup's talent, highlighting Hampton’s versatility and the improving offense.
- Herbert recorded 25 total touchdowns during his rookie season in 2021 and earned the league's top offensive newcomer honor that year, yet he is still aiming to secure his first victory in a playoff game.
- With a young, talented roster and improved coaching, the Chargers aim for a playoff victory and expect Herbert to solidify his elite status.
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Swanson: Does it matter that Justin Herbert’s many gifts don’t include gab?
EL SEGUNDO — What if your star quarterback just … isn’t a star? In terms of a limelight-loving, big-box-office ticket, capital-P Personality? Watching the film of Chargers QB Justin Herbert giving curt, calorie-free answers at his news conference after Wednesday’s minicamp session, I actually wondered for the first time whether those folks had been onto something in 2020, when they argued that the eventual No. 6 overall pick was too introverted …
Justin Herbert Shares Thoughts on New Chargers RBs
The Los Angeles Chargers were able to bring in two weapons for their offense ahead of the 2025-26 season.The Bolts signed running back Najee Harris to a one-year deal and drafted Omarion Hampton with the 22nd overall pick in this year’s draft.Bolts quarterback Justin Herbert spoke to the media after the second day of mandatory minicamp and shared his thoughts on how Harris and Hampton have been with the team.“They’ve done a good job picking up t…
Can Justin Herbert Reach Elite Tier Status in 2025?
Heading into 2025, Los Angeles Chargers Quarterback Justin Herbert has the potential “elite” tag but hasn’t been able to solidify the elite tier status. As the former Oregon Ducks quarterback has set multiple passing records in his first five seasons, the question has become: Does he belong in the same status level with other quarterbacks such as Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, and Joe Burrow? This upcoming season could launch Herbert into “elite” …
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