Justin Herbert has been the quarterback of tomorrow his entire NFL career. Whose fault is that?

Justin Herbert has been heralded as the quarterback of tomorrow since being selected sixth overall in the 2020 NFL draft. Yet, Sunday's heartbreaking 26-14 loss to the Raiders has left many questioning whether Herbert's performance, or his team, was to blame. Standing 6ft 6in tall, possessing a powerful right arm, and capable of remarkable throws, Herbert has long been viewed as one of the NFL's top prospects.

However, his 28-year-old self found himself outmatched by the seasoned Kirk Cousins, who threw for 239 yards and two touchdowns, while Herbert completed only 15 of his 27 passes for a touchdown and two interceptions. The blame game is now in full swing, with Herbert's teammates, the coaching staff, and even the injury luck that has plagued both players and personnel seemingly coming under scrutiny.

Despite his immense talent, Herbert's inconsistent performance, particularly in high-pressure playoff games, raises questions about his ability to lead the Chargers to victory against even average opponents. As the team faces a daunting stretch of tough matchups, Herbert will be expected to rise to the occasion while simultaneously bearing the brunt of the blame for the Chargers' struggles.