Justin Herbert avoids collision with cameraman at Los Angeles Chargers practice

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Justin Herbert avoids collision with cameraman at Los Angeles Chargers practice
Summary

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert avoided a collision with a cameraman during a team drill at The Bolt in El Segundo on Monday. Video footage recorded by ESPN’s Kris Rhim shows Herbert beginning a drop-back sequence when a cameraman moving across the field passed inches from him. Observers alerted both individuals to the pathing conflict, allowing the quarterback to cease the drill and the photographer to swerve away. Herbert proceeded to check for teammates running routes before ending the repetition. No injuries occurred during the incident, which took place during joint practice sessions with the San Francisco 49ers. The viral video generated significant commentary regarding the safety of personnel on the field during organized team activities.

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  • Justin Herbert participated in a joint practice with the San Francisco 49ers on Monday.
  • A cameraman nearly struck Herbert while the quarterback performed a drop-back drill.
  • On-site observers yelled warnings to prevent a collision between the two individuals.
  • The incident occurred at the team's facility known as The Bolt in El Segundo.
  • No players or staff members were injured during the drill.
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