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Jim Harbaugh admits Chargers not maximizing Justin Herbert's potential

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 3:33 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Jim Harbaugh admits Chargers not maximizing Justin Herbert's potential

Summary

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh acknowledged that the team is not fully utilizing quarterback Justin Herbert's skill set early in the 2026 NFL season. The Chargers have struggled, losing their first two games against the Arizona Cardinals and Las Vegas Raiders. Harbaugh admitted the team has let Herbert down, particularly highlighting two interceptions caused by dropped passes and route errors. As the Chargers prepare for a challenging schedule ahead, they seek their first win against the Buffalo Bills on September 27.

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By the Numbers

•Chargers lost to the Cardinals and Raiders to start the season.
•Harbaugh calls out team for not supporting Herbert effectively.
•Chargers face tough opponents in upcoming games.
•Herbert has thrown for 401 yards with two touchdowns so far.
•Next game is against the Bills on September 27.

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3:33 AMYahoo Sports — Chargers news: Jim Harbaugh makes striking admission on letting Justin Herbert down

What they're saying

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Jim Harbaugh is aware that he is not maximizing Justin Herbert’s ceiling as the Los Angeles Chargers star quarterback to start the 2026 NFL season. Los Angeles is often in the picture for playoff contention, having garnered big regular-season victories over the years. However, they have taken steps back to start 2026 after losing to the Arizona […] The post Chargers news: Jim Harbaugh makes striking admission on letting Justin Herbert down appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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