{
  "id": 147982,
  "title": "Chargers OC Mike McDaniel Heaps Praise on Justin Herbert",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/chargers-oc-mike-mcdaniel-heaps-praise-on-justin-herbert",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-04T20:18:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/chargers-oc-mike-mcdaniel-heaps-praise-on-justin-herbert-12284184"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel is enthusiastic about working with quarterback Justin Herbert in his first season with the Los Angeles Chargers. McDaniel believes Herbert's unique physical attributes make him an asset to the team. \"He's a small forward in stature. Having a 6-foot-6 QB can really benefit you in a ton of ways,\" McDaniel told ESPN's Dan Graziano. \"I think he's one of those rare guys that has a very strong arm but can see the field, allowing him to play with anticipation. Plus, there are thousands of more blades of grass he can access than a typical QB, thanks to his inherent gifts.\" Herbert earned his second Pro Bowl selection in 2025, throwing for 3,727 yards, 26 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions, while also rushing for 498 yards and two scores. This led the Chargers to an 11-5 regular season record before they lost to the eventual AFC-champion New England Patriots in the wild card round. Los Angeles Chargers will kick off their 2026 regular season with a Week 1 game against the Arizona Cardinals on September 13.",
  "summary": "In his first year as offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers, Mike McDaniel gets to work with Justin Herbert.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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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."
}