The Los Angeles Chargers sit at 0-3 through the first month of the 2026 season, facing intense scrutiny after a troubling start. Coach Jim Harbaugh and quarterback Justin Herbert entered 2026 hoping to build on back-to-back 11-win playoff berths, but the partnership has unraveled. Herbert has endured heavy pressure and costly turnovers in recent postseason losses, while the offense ranks fourth-worst in the league at 14.7 points per game.
General manager Joe Hortiz and Harbaugh promised offensive line upgrades and a stronger run game, yet results have been underwhelming. The team enters a crucial matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, with ESPN's Football Power Index now giving the Bolts the third-worst odds to make the postseason. Herbert acknowledged the team's struggles, stating, "Obviously not where we want to be," and emphasized that improvement must start with him.
Harbaugh, typically seen floating around practice, will look to salvage a spiraling season when his winless squad faces the reigning Super Bowl champions on Sunday.
Source: ESPN General · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing