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Scoring what the Los Angeles Chargers will hope is his first of many touchdowns, rookie Justin Herbert’s inaugural drive under center ended with the sixth overall pick running into the end zone on a designed option (via 247Sports’ Kevin Wade). Herbert's first drive taking snaps under center ends in a touchdown. pic.twitter.com/oTaQZAxE8M — kwade (@KwadeSays) […]

The Los Angeles Chargers rookie quarterback Justin Herbert will be making his first NFL start on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 2, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The #Chargers QB is… Justin Herbert. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 20, 2020 Tyrod Taylor has an apparent chest injury, an obvious nod to […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are one of several teams with shaky quarterback situations heading into the upcoming season. The team recently opted to select former Oregon Ducks quarterback Justin Herbert with the sixth pick in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft. With long-time gunslinger Philip Rivers now out of the picture, Herbert would […]

The restrictions placed in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic have offered up its own set of challenges for rookies trying to make the jump to the NFL. This is especially true for Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert given all the responsibilities that come with playing the hardest position in sports. The transition from […]

Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Shane Steichen is impressed with rookie quarterback Justin Herbert thus far. During a conference call with reporters on Thursday, Steichen said that Herbert “hasn’t flinched yet” when facing the pass rush in practice and that’s “a good sign for down the road.” Chargers OC Shane Steichen on Justin Herbert: "He hasn't […]

Anthony Lynn made it pretty clear who the Los Angeles Chargers will start at quarterback in Week 1 of the 2020 season. While Lynn is confident in Tyrod Taylor holding the keys to the offense, the Chargers are going to do everything they can to make sure that rookie Justin Herbert is prepared to start […]

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn hinted veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor has the inside track on the starting job under center. Lynn noted he has history with Taylor, and also said the Chargers do not want to rush first-round pick Justin Herbert’s development (via Lindsey Thiry of ESPN): “I’m very familiar with Tyrod,” Lynn […]

With the sixth overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Chargers selected quarterback Justin Herbert out of Oregon. And now, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport on Twitter, they have agreed to a deal on a contract with the rookie. Done deal. Justin Herbert officially in the fold. https://t.co/wIpQUObWrz — Ian Rapoport […]

The latest NFL draft was highlighted by a handful of highly-touted quarterbacks. LSU’s Joe Burrow, Alabama’s Tua Tagovailoa, and Oregon’s Justin Herbert were all drafted in the top six last April. The teams that drafted them will certainly give them an early opportunity to shine, but not everyone is in favor of this. Just ask […]

Los Angeles Chargers rookie Justin Herbert has come out to show the world how good the team helmet looks on him. The young signal-caller posted a photo on Instagram sporting the new helmet the Chargers will be debuting this coming season. https://www.instagram.com/p/CCEWRDjH9oU/ Though this year’s preseason training has been quite different for the entire league […]

Los Angeles Chargers quarterbacks coach Pep Hamilton gave his thoughts on the top two quarterbacks on the roster, Tyrod Taylor and Justin Herbert. All eyes are going to be on the quarterback battle between Taylor and Herbert, and although a winner hasn’t been decided yet, Hamilton said especially this offseason Taylor could have a lead […]

The 2020 NFL draft class is loaded with quarterback talent, and four were selected in the first round. Not all gunslingers selected in the first round will start right away, but there will at least be a couple of quarterbacks who get playing time in 2020. There also could be some later round picks who […]

Los Angeles Chargers rookie quarterback Justin Herbert knows exactly which player he should emulate to have a successful NFL career. In a 30-minute interview on the Chargers’ YouTube channel, the former Oregon Ducks signal-caller was asked about a number of things, including how he’s acclimating to his new city.  However, perhaps the most intriguing question […]

Justin Herbert was taken with the sixth overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. The quarterback out of Oregon is expected to be the new face of the franchise for the Los Angeles Chargers. However, there is some work to be done if he’s going to reach that status for the Chargers. The only problem […]

Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 70 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 70 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 70 – Blake Lovell and Dillon Reagan continue their series on the one burning […]

Justin Herbert saw his dreams come true when he was selected by the Los Angeles Chargers with the No. 6 pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. However, before there was ever a possibility of Herbert becoming an NFL quarterback, he almost ended up declaring for the MLB Draft. #Chargers rookie QB Justin Herbert says if […]

The Los Angeles Chargers were able to secure their future, franchise quarterback by taking Justin Herbert with the sixth overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. There is now plenty of speculation regarding when they will decide to let him take over under center. The Chargers made it clear they were ready for a change […]

Justin Herbert and Jordan Love are considered by most the 3rd and 4th best quarterbacks in the 2020 draft class. When people think of the 2020 draft class, it will be Joe Burrow and Tua Tagovailoa compared as their career goes on, and the same will be with Love and Herbert. So, who will have […]

Former Chargers quarterback Dan Fouts helped revolutionize the NFL as a prolific passer for the Chargers’ famed “Air Coryell” offense in the 1980s. The Hall of Famer also shares some similarities with incoming Chargers rookie Justin Herbert. Both attended Oregon, and just as Fouts helped the Chargers emerge as perennial contenders in the AFC, the […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are beginning a new era in their franchise after selecting Justin Herbert with the No. 6 pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Shane Steichen, the Chargers’ offensive coordinator, commented to the Los Angeles Times on his plan for Herbert moving forward. “You can retain it and you can talk about it in a classroom […]

Los Angeles Chargers general manager Tom Telesco revealed some interesting details on the team’s thoughts heading into the NFL Draft and their selection of Justin Herbert. On an appearance on the Pat McAfee Show, Telesco said they never believed the rumors that the Miami Dolphins could move up to select an offensive tackle. BREAKING: Tua […]

There were four quarterbacks selected in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft, with three of those going in the top six picks. The hope is all of these guys are the face of their franchise at some point, but each player will grow at their own pace. So which quarterback is going to […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have their quarterback of the future in Justin Herbert. The Chargers selected the University of Oregon QB with the No. 6 overall selection in the 2020 NFL Draft. Herbert luckily fell into their lap after the Miami Dolphins elected to draft quarterback Tua Tagovailoa with the No. 5 overall selection. Anthony […]

It’s going to be an all “new” season for the Los Angeles Chargers. The Chargers are set to make their move at the $5B SoFi Stadium for the franchise’s 51st campaign in the NFL. Just recently, the team also launched its new line of jerseys to positive reviews. But perhaps the biggest change will be […]

The Los Angeles Chargers got their franchise quarterback of the future by drafting Justin Herbert with the sixth overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Herbert said he would like to come in and play right away, but Tyrod Taylor is still on the team, which means a competition could happen. “They asked me how […]

The Los Angeles Chargers let lifelong quarterback Phillip Rivers walk to the Indianapolis Colts in free agency, meaning that the best player in Chargers franchise history (per 204 Approximate Value) is on a different team for the first time in his career. That also meant that the Chargers were able to take a big swing […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have selected quarterback Justin Herbert with the No. 6 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Herbert becomes the highest selected quarterback out of the University of Oregon since Marcus Mariota, who went second overall in the 2015 NFL Draft. By joining the Chargers with an early draft selection, Justin Herbert […]

Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 64 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 64 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 64 – Blake Lovell and Dillon Reagan do one last preview of the upcoming […]

There has been plenty of speculation regarding the pecking order of quarterbacks in the 2020 NFL Draft. Although LSU’s Joe burrow may be the clear-cut No. 1 pick, it remains to be seen where Alabama’s Tua Tagovailoa and Oregon’s Justin Herbert will check-in behind him. Tagovailoa’s draft stock has reportedly dipped leading up to the […]

This year’s quarterback class boasts three players who could be taken in the first five picks, and at least one other first-round prospect. There are also some intriguing options later on with a myriad of different skillsets, strengths, and weaknesses. Here are the top five QBs in the 2020 NFL Draft. 5. Jalen Hurts, Oklahoma […]

The New York Giants have spent “a lot of time” doing its research on quarterback Justin Herbert. Despite already possessing their franchise QB in Daniel Jones, the Giant have taken an interest in the Oregon product. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, New York head coach Joe Judge has FaceTimed Herbert. The 6-foot-6 quarterback […]

The Miami Dolphins know the NFL Draft is four days away. Insiders are indicating Oregon quarterback Justin Herbert appears more likely to be selected before Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reported Tua remains confident he will be taken within the first six picks, but Fowler suggested it seems unlikely the Miami Dolphins […]

The Miami Dolphins are continuing to hint at drafting Oregon quarterback Justin Herbert with the No. 5 overall selection in the 2020 NFL Draft. Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reported the Dolphins have studied up on Herbert at length to go along with a videoconference they had with the former Ducks signal-caller (via Michael David Smith […]

The Detroit Lions have maintained that they are committed to Matthew Stafford under center, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they won’t consider a quarterback with the No. 3 overall pick in the NFL Draft. According to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network, the Lions have held multiple meetings with Alabama’s Tua Tagovailoa and Oregon’s Justin Herbert, […]

The New England Patriots are entering a new dawn at quarterback, as Tom Brady decided to bolt the Patriots for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after spending the last couple of decades as New England’s starter. Now, the Pats are kind of between a rock and a hard place. Do they go with Jarrett Stidham under […]

The Los Angeles Chargers may have fallen in love with Justin Herbert. But one person in the organization is extremely in favor of Tyrod Taylor. According to Peter King of NBC Sports, the Chargers — named general manager Tom Telesco — is high on Oregon’s Herbert. The top-tier quarterback is projected to go within the […]

The New England Patriots have reportedly fallen in love with former Oregon Ducks quarterback Justin Herbert, but there are questions about if they will be willing to give up the draft capital to get him. According to Peter King of NBC’s Football Morning in America, the team is currently trying to decide how they want […]

The Miami Dolphins are expected to take a quarterback early in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft. According to Bleacher Report’s Matt Miller, Miami could draft a surprise quarterback with the No. 5 pick of the draft. 5. #Dolphins – QB Justin Herbert, Oregon Don't shoot the messenger. This isn't what I would […]

Former Oregon Ducks quarterback and 2020 NFL Draft prospect Justin Herbert is garnering plenty of attention from a number of teams at the top of the draft. But while plenty of scouts and evaluators are focused on the tools different players possess, the focus surrounding Herbert has to do with his leadership qualities, according to […]