Though his talent has been undeniable for years, critics constantly place doubt on Justin Herbert's ability to win important games for the LA Chargers.
Following the Chargers' big win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1, FanSided’s Adam Patrick named the NFL's Week 1 heroes and villains in an article on NFL Spin Zone. Among the heroes was Herbert.
"Against the defending AFC champion Chiefs in São Paulo, Brazil, on Friday, people all over the world got to witness why many believe Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is one of the best signal-callers in the NFL today.
Herbert was invincible, as he threw for 318 yards, three touchdowns, and no interceptions in the contest to lead the Chargers to the franchise's first win over Kansas City since Week 3 of the 2021 season.
Los Angeles's No. 1 quarterback didn't just make plays with his arm on Friday; he also rushed for 32 yards, including a 19-yard scramble late in the fourth quarter that sealed the 27-21 victory for his team.
Early success for Justin Herbert has fans around the league on the edge of their seats."
The NFL is finally catching onto what Chargers fans knew all along about Justin Herbert
Herbert defeated a division rival on one of the biggest stages and made a statement in the process, he’s here to win.
Will Herbert finally start to receive the credit he has severely lacked throughout his career? This performance in Brazil is likely to change the topic of discussion.
Herbert has continuously been criticized in the media for his second-half woes and inability to win when it counts throughout his career, but Herbert is showing a glimpse of breaking that narrative.
In front of a worldwide audience in São Paulo, Brazil, Friday night’s win ended the Chargers' seven-game losing streak to the Chiefs, dating back to 2021. Herbert demonstrated that he is among the best NFL quarterbacks, and this win wasn't just another regular season triumph.
The excitement that fans have for Justin Herbert following this divisional win over the Chiefs, can turn just as fast to doubt. The Chargers need to continue playing this style of football to compete with the best teams in the league.
The 2025 NFL season is a long way from concluding, but Justin Herbert and the Chargers' early success is very encouraging.