Justin Herbert Endures Rough Debut in New Chargers Passing Scheme

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert struggled through a disappointing Week 1 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, managing 207 passing yards and an inexplicable interception. Despite new coordinator Mike McDaniel installing an aggressive downfield scheme featuring a healthy 10.1-yard average depth of target, protection breakdowns and five false starts derailed the offense. Herbert and the Chargers must quickly iron out execution issues against blitz packages to salvage their season.