Despite the Los Angeles Chargers' 0-4 start and offensive struggles, head coach Jim Harbaugh affirmed that offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel's job is not in jeopardy. Harbaugh praised McDaniel as a skilled coach and emphasized continued growth. Quarterback Justin Herbert struggled early, throwing two interceptions in the first half, including one to Seahawks linebacker Drake Thomas on the opening play.
Herbert finished the half with just 36 passing yards. However, he rebounded in the second half, completing 13-of-16 passes for 144 yards and leading a comeback effort. The Chargers cut the deficit to seven points late in the fourth quarter but ultimately fell 30-23 to the Seattle Seahawks.
The offensive line performed poorly, recording a 13% pass block win rate—the lowest in ESPN's 10-year dataset. Herbert was sacked four times and pressured on 55% of his dropbacks. A late hit by Seahawks defensive tackle Derick Hall drew an unnecessary roughness flag.
Harbaugh and trainers attended to Herbert, who quickly returned to the field.
Source: ESPN NFL · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing