Mike McDaniel could elevate Justin Herbert's game this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 10:39 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Donte Whitner, a former NFL safety, predicts Justin Herbert could have an MVP-caliber season under new Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. McDaniel, who previously coached the Dolphins, aims to enhance Herbert's performance by simplifying the offense. The Chargers underperformed offensively in recent seasons, leading to high expectations for McDaniel's impact. Whitner emphasized that this season might offer Herbert the easiest throws of his career, thanks to improved offensive schemes.
- •Donte Whitner believes McDaniel can unlock Herbert's potential.
- •McDaniel replaces Jim Harbaugh as offensive coordinator.
- •Chargers' offense struggled in past seasons, particularly in playoffs.
- •Whitner emphasizes easier throws and better offensive schemes for Herbert.
- 10:39 PMYahoo Sports — Former NFL safety makes bold Justin Herbert, Mike McDaniel claim
"Former NFL safety Donte Whitner believes that Chargers OC Mike McDaniel could unlock an MVP type of season from QB Justin Herbert.
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