After 38-9 loss, justin herbert shares strong support for mike mcdaniel as chargers fall to 0-8

Herbert stands by McDaniel

In late October, Herbert defended first-year offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel amid criticism of the quarterback’s play and the Chargers’ offense. He said McDaniel worked hard and remained committed to helping the team improve.

Herbert also expressed regret that the offense had not yet delivered results for McDaniel, while saying the players would continue working. His public support came as the team’s struggles continued against Houston.

Houston loss and injury

McDaniel watched the Houston game from the booth rather than the sideline. The change did not stop the Chargers from falling behind 38-9 during Sunday’s contest. Herbert finished with 193 passing yards, completing 13 of 23 attempts for one touchdown and one interception. He injured the middle finger on his left, non-throwing hand in the fourth quarter.

Numbers and team plans

ESPN reported Herbert was expected to start against the Baltimore Ravens on Nov. 16. The Ravens were listed at 4-5, while ESPN statistics had Herbert last among qualified players with a 29.1 adjusted QBR at the start of Monday.

Herbert had thrown 11 interceptions since Week 1, tied with New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye for the most. Reports also said the Chargers did not plan to trade veteran players before Tuesday’s 4 p.m. ET deadline; the team had not entertained offers, according to The Athletic’s Noah Furtado.