Justin Herbert Takes Blame for Chargers' Playoff Exit After 16-3 Loss

Justin Herbert took responsibility for the Los Angeles Chargers' 16-3 wild-card loss to the Patriots, stating he "didn't play well enough." He completed 19 of 31 passes for 159 yards, rushed 10 times for 57 yards, and lost a fumble, failing to lead a touchdown drive. Herbert was sacked six times and hit 11 times, playing behind a patchwork offensive line. This marks his third playoff loss (0-3 career), ending a season where he was the league's most pressured QB. The Chargers now face an offseason with $103M in cap space to build around him.