{
  "id": 12059544,
  "title": "Jim Harbaugh on OC Mike McDaniel's Job Security After Chargers' 0-4 Start",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/jim-harbaugh-on-oc-mike-mcdaniels-job-security-after-chargers-0-4",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-05T02:23:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/jim-harbaugh-on-oc-mike-mcdaniels-job-security-after-chargers-0-4-start-12523291"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Los Angeles Chargers are currently facing a challenging period after suffering a 0-4 start to the season, culminating in a 30-23 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. While the Chargers played their best game of the season against the Seahawks, they ultimately fell short. The team had struggled in their first three games, failing to score more than 16 points each. Much of the criticism has been directed towards first-year offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, who joined the Chargers following his firing from the Miami Dolphins in January. In a postgame news conference, head coach Jim Harbaugh addressed concerns about McDaniel's job security. Harbaugh stated that the Chargers' trust in McDaniel was unwavering, emphasizing that their staff includes skilled coaches who would continue to grow throughout the season. The Chargers were limited to only six points in the first half of the game against the Seahawks and ultimately scored fewer total yards (301-286) than their opponents. The team's passing game and quarterback Justin Herbert, who had thrown for 627 yards, three touchdowns, and four interceptions entering the game, continued to pose challenges. Despite these issues, the Chargers managed to gain decent production from their running game, finishing with 147 yards and a touchdown by Omarion Hampton. Looking ahead, the Chargers aim to secure their first victory of the season when they host the 2-2 Denver Broncos in Week 5.",
  "summary": "Los Angeles Chargers head coach answered a question on Mike McDaniels job security after Sunday's loss to the Seahawks.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}