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Fans mock ex-NFL QB for defending Justin Herbert after Chargers' struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 2:30 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Fans mock ex-NFL QB for defending Justin Herbert after Chargers' struggles

Summary

The Los Angeles Chargers fell to 0-2 following a 26-14 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on September 20, 2026. Quarterback Justin Herbert threw for one touchdown and two interceptions, contributing to an offense that has only scored 14 points in each of its first two games. Ex-NFL QB Dan Orlovsky defended Herbert, citing dropped passes and poor offensive line performance as significant issues. However, many fans criticized Orlovsky for not holding Herbert accountable, highlighting the quarterback's lack of scoring efficiency and current performance ranking among peers. With the Chargers facing pressure to improve, expectations will be high for their upcoming games.

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By the Numbers

•Chargers are 0-2 after consecutive home losses.
•Herbert has more interceptions than touchdowns this season.
•Dan Orlovsky defended Herbert against fan criticism for his performance.
•Los Angeles's offense struggling with dropped passes and poor blocking.
•Herbert's performance ranking has dropped to No. 29 among NFL quarterbacks.

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2:30 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Literally Incapable of Criticizing (Justin) Herbert,’ ‘PR Is Wild’ — Fans Mock Ex-NFL QB for Defending Chargers Star’s Struggles

What they're saying

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The Los Angeles Chargers entered 2026 expecting Mike McDaniel’s arrival to unlock another level from Justin Herbert. Two weeks later, Los Angeles is 0-2, its offense has scored 14 points in consecutive home losses, and Herbert has thrown more interceptions than touchdowns.
— Yahoo Sports

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