Dan Orlovsky predicts Justin Herbert will excel in 2026 NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:29 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
On August 8, 2026, ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky appeared on 'The Pat McAfee Show' and shared expectations for Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers. Orlovsky believes Herbert will be a top-five MVP candidate this season and suggested the Chargers will outperform the Kansas City Chiefs. Despite past playoff struggles, the team has focused on improving their offensive capabilities, hiring Mike McDaniel as the new playcaller and drafting four offensive linemen, including center Jake Slaughter. Orlovsky emphasized the importance of Herbert adjusting his throwing style to enhance his performance.
- •Dan Orlovsky predicts Herbert as a top-five MVP candidate.
- •Chargers improve offense by hiring Mike McDaniel.
- •Team selected four offensive linemen in the draft.
- •Herbert's playoff performances have shown inconsistency.
- •Expectations are high for the upcoming NFL season.
- 2:29 AMYahoo Sports — ESPN Analyst makes bold Justin Herbert prediction on ‘Pat McAfee Show’
"The expectations have never been higher for Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers in what will be a make-or-break year for them. ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky appeared on...
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