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Chargers OC Mike McDaniel praises Justin Herbert on podcast

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 5:52 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Chargers OC Mike McDaniel praises Justin Herbert on podcast

Summary

Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel expressed his admiration for quarterback Justin Herbert during an appearance on the 'Chris Simms Unbuttoned' podcast. McDaniel described Herbert as a rare talent, stating, "make a list of things he can’t do. I don’t really know what that is." He reflected on his excitement about coaching Herbert, comparing the situation to his past experience with Matt Ryan at the Falcons. McDaniel recently joined the Chargers after being fired as head coach of the Dolphins, and he quickly recognized Herbert as one of the quarterbacks he most wanted to coach, leading him to choose Los Angeles for his next career move.

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Key Details

•Mike McDaniel recently joined the Chargers as offensive coordinator.
•McDaniel expressed admiration for Justin Herbert's abilities on a podcast.
•He compared coaching Herbert to his experience with Matt Ryan in Atlanta.
•McDaniel decided to coach in Los Angeles after evaluating top quarterbacks.

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5:52 AMYahoo Sports — Chargers OC Mike McDaniel Doesn’t Hold Back on Feelings For Justin Herbert

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Recently hired Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator, Mike McDaniel, didn't hold back when he expressed his feelings on coaching Justin Herbert. The post Chargers OC Mike McDaniel Doesn’t Hold Back on Feelings For Justin Herbert appeared first on HEAVY.
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