Justin Herbert

Over the first three years of his NFL career, Justin Herbert averaged 287.5 passing yards and 1.9 TD passes per game. Over the last three years, he's averaged 233.3 passing yards and 1.5 TD passes per game. There hasn't been a discernible difference in Herbert's passing efficiency over those two periods. The downturn can be traced to (at various times) conservative play-calling, offensive line injuries, or a shortage of quality pass catchers. Those problems appear to have been resolved, and Herbert could have a banner season in tandem with new Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel (under whom Tua Tagovailoa led the league in passing yardage three years ago).

Justin Herbert said he didn’t throw on Tuesday during Chargers OTA practice as part of a set plan.

Fantasy Impact

The plan is meant to let Herbert's arm get some rest throughout the offseason and allow him to focus on his footwork. It is something new for him under OC Mike McDaniel emphasizing getting the ball out as fast as possible.