Justin Herbert throws one TD, one INT in Week 1

Madison Beer, singer-songwriter and fiancee of Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, was a notable presence at the team's season opener against the Arizona Cardinals. Beer, who has been with Herbert since August 2025 and got engaged in July 2026, was spotted multiple times at Chargers training camp and was present at the home game against the Cardinals, despite the team's surprising 26-14 loss.

Her presence on camera during the game drew significant attention on social media, with fans joking about her role in Herbert's performance. Some fans speculated whether Beer was a "plant" to distract from Herbert's struggles, while others joked about her outfit and celebratory dance moves during highlight passes.

Justin Herbert's performance in the game was widely criticized. He completed 17 of 27 passes for 209 yards, with one touchdown and one interception. He was also sacked three times and had a quarterback rating of 47.2. In comparison, the Cardinals' backup quarterback, Jacoby Brissett, outplayed Herbert with a 27-37 passing attempt, a touchdown, and a QBR of 85.4.

The Chargers appeared passive throughout the game, as the Cardinals appeared eager to secure an upset victory in their first matchup of the season. With the attention generated by Beer's presence, the pressure is on Herbert to perform better in future games, especially given the high expectations surrounding the team for the remainder of the season.