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Harbaugh offers rare critique of struggling QB Herbert: ‘Be better’

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh offered a rare public critique of Justin Herbert on Monday, imploring the quarterback to "be better."

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 12:05 AM
Harbaugh offers rare critique of struggling QB Herbert: ‘Be better’
Key Things to Know
  • Head coach Jim Harbaugh publicly urged quarterback Justin Herbert to make better decisions following a loss to the Bills.
  • The Buffalo Bills defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 24-16, dropping Los Angeles to 0-3 on the season.
  • Justin Herbert recorded 226 passing yards, one touchdown, and one interception caught by C.J. Gardner-Johnson.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh publicly criticized quarterback Justin Herbert's decision-making following a 24-16 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Harbaugh urged Herbert to "be better," marking a rare public rebuke from a coach who historically defended the quarterback's miscues.

Herbert threw for 226 yards, one touchdown, and an interception caught by Buffalo safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson. The Chargers' offense struggled despite the defense forcing five turnovers, leaving the team winless through three games under coordinator Mike McDaniel.

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