conv.

All stories
SportsActive today · day 7

Chargers fall to 0-2 as Herbert, McDaniel offense struggles

Los Angeles loses to Raiders 26-14 in second straight home defeat, prompting scrutiny of QB and new coordinator.

newest coverage 4h agosummary written 2d ago36 pieces88 likes & upvotes10 comments NewswiresGoogle NewsMastodonRedditX

What to know

  • The Chargers fell to 0-2 with identical 26-14 losses at home to inferior opponents (Arizona and Las Vegas), marking a historic collapse for a preseason Super Bowl contender.
  • Herbert's statistics—59.2% completion rate, 2 TDs and 3 INTs through two games—are the worst part of a broader offensive dysfunction under new coordinator Mike McDaniel.
  • Offensive line injuries (Joe Alt penalties, Tyler Biadasz out) and receiver drops contributed to the collapse, though Herbert's play remains the focus of criticism.
  • Next week the Chargers face unbeaten Buffalo, with playoff hopes already in serious jeopardy after an 0-2 home start.

The dispute Whether Herbert is fundamentally flawed as a quarterback or a victim of systemic issues (offensive line injuries, new coordinator adjustment, receiver drops). · positions read across 5 posts and comments

many voices

Herbert's poor play is the primary problem; he has underperformed expectations despite talent.

  • “His Game Looks Trash”

    Former NFL LB (quoted in headline) · Yahoo Sports ↗
some voices

System and coaching changes under McDaniel, plus injuries, are creating dysfunction that's exacerbating Herbert's struggles.

  • “Two games into the season, the returns aren't promising for the Chargers and quarterback Justin Herbert under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel.”

    AP · AP (via Yahoo Sports) ↗

Justin HerbertJustin Herbert Chargers QBJim HarbaughJim Harbaugh Chargers head coachMike McDanielMike McDaniel Chargers offensive coordinatorJon GrudenJon Gruden Former NFL coach, analyst

Chargers fall to 0-2 as Herbert, McDaniel offense struggles
rawchili.com

How it unfolded 5 developments, newest first · click a bar or a number to jump articlesposts

Peak 5 pieces in two hours at Sep 21, 11 AM; 36 pieces over 7 days (26 articles · 7 posts · 3 comments) Sep 17, 9 AM — 1 piece · 1 article — Newswires 1Sep 17, 11 AM — quietSep 17, 1 PM — quietSep 17, 3 PM — quietSep 17, 5 PM — 2 pieces · 2 articles — Google News 1, Newswires 1Sep 17, 7 PM — quietSep 17, 9 PM — quietSep 17, 11 PM — quietSep 18, 1 AM — quietSep 18, 3 AM — quietSep 18, 5 AM — quietSep 18, 7 AM — quietSep 18, 9 AM — quietSep 18, 11 AM — quietSep 18, 1 PM — quietSep 18, 3 PM — quietSep 18, 5 PM — quietSep 18, 7 PM — quietSep 18, 9 PM — quietSep 18, 11 PM — quietSep 19, 1 AM — quietSep 19, 3 AM — quietSep 19, 5 AM — quietSep 19, 7 AM — quietSep 19, 9 AM — quietSep 19, 11 AM — quietSep 19, 1 PM — quietSep 19, 3 PM — quietSep 19, 5 PM — quietSep 19, 7 PM — quietSep 19, 9 PM — quietSep 19, 11 PM — quietSep 20, 1 AM — quietSep 20, 3 AM — quietSep 20, 5 AM — quietSep 20, 7 AM — quietSep 20, 9 AM — quietSep 20, 11 AM — quietSep 20, 1 PM — quietSep 20, 3 PM — quietSep 20, 5 PM — quietSep 20, 7 PM — quietSep 20, 9 PM — 2 pieces · 1 article · 1 post — Newswires 1, Mastodon 1Sep 20, 11 PM — 3 pieces · 1 article · 2 posts — Mastodon 2, Newswires 1Sep 21, 1 AM — 3 pieces · 3 articles — Newswires 3Sep 21, 3 AM — 2 pieces · 1 article · 1 post — Mastodon 1, Newswires 1Sep 21, 5 AM — quietSep 21, 7 AM — quietSep 21, 9 AM — 1 piece · 1 post — Reddit 1Sep 21, 11 AM — 5 pieces · 3 articles · 2 comments — Newswires 3, Reddit 2Sep 21, 1 PM — 2 pieces · 2 articles — Newswires 2Sep 21, 3 PM — 2 pieces · 2 articles — Newswires 2Sep 21, 5 PM — 1 piece · 1 comment — Reddit 1Sep 21, 7 PM — quietSep 21, 9 PM — 1 piece · 1 article — Newswires 1Sep 21, 11 PM — quietSep 22, 1 AM — quietSep 22, 3 AM — quietSep 22, 5 AM — 1 piece · 1 post — X 1Sep 22, 7 AM — quietSep 22, 9 AM — quietSep 22, 11 AM — 1 piece · 1 article — Newswires 1Sep 22, 1 PM — quietSep 22, 3 PM — 2 pieces · 2 articles — Newswires 2Sep 22, 5 PM — quietSep 22, 7 PM — quietSep 22, 9 PM — 1 piece · 1 post — Mastodon 1Sep 22, 11 PM — quietYesterday, 1 AM — quietYesterday, 3 AM — quietYesterday, 5 AM — quietYesterday, 7 AM — quietYesterday, 9 AM — quietYesterday, 11 AM — quietYesterday, 1 PM — 2 pieces · 2 articles — Newswires 2Yesterday, 3 PM — quietYesterday, 5 PM — quietYesterday, 7 PM — 2 pieces · 2 articles — Newswires 2Yesterday, 9 PM — 2 pieces · 2 articles — Newswires 2Yesterday, 11 PM — quietToday, 1 AM — quiet 12–34–5
Sep 18Sep 19Sep 20Sep 21Sep 22yesterdaynow · 3:43 AM ET
  1. 5

    Analysts criticize Herbert's play as questions swirl about hype

    Emmanuel Acho and other analysts deliver harsh verdicts on Herbert's performance, with some questioning whether the praise he received as one of the league's best quarterbacks was warranted.

    1. 1 outlet “Top 10 WORST QB”: Emmanuel Acho Rips Justin Herbert’s Performance With “Trash” Verdict After Chargers Loss

      first by Yahoo Sports, 2d ago

    • Chargers' 2026 offense through 2 games: 30th in EPA/play (-0.241) 28th in success rate (36.9%) 27th in Dropback EPA/play (-0.079) 32nd in Rush EPA/play (-0.482) Herbert is 29th in QB EPA/play (-0.092) LA was 24th in EPA/play and 20th in success rate under Greg Roman in 2025.

      @alexinsdorf99X1d ago83▲view on X ↗
    1 more of the top 2 · 2 posts in this stretch

    • I do. I can stomach rooting for team that’s complete ass. Not like I’m not used to it. Can’t stomach rooting for a serial sexual assaulter.

      FJMJr/nfl2d agoview on r/nfl ↗
    all of them →
  2. 4

    Jon Gruden identifies coaching issue as root of Chargers problems

    Gruden blamed the 0-2 start on a concerning issue between QB Herbert and his coaches, offering a different perspective on the team's struggles.

    1. 1 outlet Justin Herbert’s pathetic performance vs Raiders prompts wild Jon Gruden diagnosis

      first by NY Post, 2d ago

    • Feels good to see a Bengals fan say this - after seeing Chase make that crazy catch yesterday (and Diggs and Lamb in the WAS/DAL game) it is so fucking evident that the team has no one even remotely close to that kind of receiver that can get separation OR make a contested catch. Ladd is awesome but hurt and more of a natural slot/inside guy (saw…

      smackjack29r/nfl2d agoview on r/nfl ↗
    1 more of the top 2 · 2 posts in this stretch

    • Everyone in this thread is saying he's good... With the right OC he's a top 10 qb. Of course you could also say that about Malik Willis...

      Dependent_Age4904r/nfl2d agoview on r/nfl ↗
    all of them →
  3. 3

    Herbert discusses anger level after losing to Raiders

    When asked if the team is angry following the 0-2 start, Herbert responded that there is a group of grown men who will work to correct and fix their problems, without directly confirming frustration.

    “There's a group full of grown men that can handle their job, and they're going to do everything they can to correct it and fix it. We're going to stick together.”
    — Justin Herbert

    1. 1 outlet first by Yahoo Sports, 3d ago · read ↗

    • losangeleschargers@channels.im

      Justin Herbert Discusses Chargers Anger After Raiders Loss Getty INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 20: Justin Herbert #10 of the Los Angeles Chargers calls to his team… # NFL # LosAngelesChargers # LosAngeles # Chargers # Football

      losangeleschargers@channels.imMastodon2d ago1▲view on Mastodon ↗
  4. 2

    Chargers players express frustration after Raiders loss

    Justin Herbert, Derwin James, and Khalil Mack delivered blunt reactions to the team's 0-2 start, with players voicing their anger over the consecutive home defeats.

    “We just have to be better. That's not good enough and we can't expect to win games when we're playing like that.”
    — Justin Herbert, Chargers QB · source
    1. 1 outlet Chargers’ Season is Lost and 3 Overreactions from Embarrassing Loss to Raiders

      first by Sports Illustrated, 2d ago

    2. 1 outlet first by Yahoo Sports, 3d ago · read ↗

  5. 2 days quiet
  6. 1

    Chargers lose to Raiders 26-14, fall to 0-2

    Herbert completes 15 of 27 passes for 192 yards, one TD and two INTs as Los Angeles drops its second consecutive home game by the same score. The Raiders scored a safety on Joe Alt's holding penalty in the end zone with 1:46 remaining.

  7. background

    Chargers fall to Cardinals 26-14 in season opener — Los Angeles opens the 2026 season with a home loss to Arizona, marking an underwhelming start despite being favored and being a preseason Super Bowl contender.

Also covered reported alongside — the timeline has no entry for these yet

  1. 3 outlets Raiders Rookie Calls Out Justin Herbert After Multiple Interception Game

    first by Newsweek, 2d ago · also SB Nation, Sports Illustrated

    2 more headlines
  2. 3 outlets Michael Irvin trolls Justin Herbert over Madison Beer relationship after another stunning Chargers loss

    first by NY Post, 2d ago · also Fox News, Sports Illustrated

    2 more headlines
  3. 2 outlets Chargers news: Justin Herbert has been very bad against the blitz

    first by Yahoo Sports, 1d ago · also Sports Illustrated

    2 more headlines
  4. 2 outlets ESPN analyst questions if Chargers' Justin Herbert will ever be a high-level QB again

    first by Sporting News, 12h ago · also Newsweek

    1 more headline
  5. 1 outlet Chargers' Justin Herbert is off to a rough start under new coordinator Mike McDaniel

    first by Yahoo Sports, 3d ago

    1 more headline

and 7 smaller pieces

What people are saying 0 voices from 0 sites · best of 5 · verbatim