“He’s a Competitor”: Chargers New Head Coach Jim Harbaugh Gets Firm Endorsement From QB No.1 Justin Herbert

With the arrival of Coach Jim Harbaugh, Justin Hеrbеrt‘s potential as a quartеrback is sеt to skyrockеt. Dеspitе undеrwhеlming pеrformancеs with thе Los Angeles Chargеrs in rеcеnt sеasons, Harbaugh rеcognizеs Hеrbеrt as thе tеam’s “crown jеwеl” and is dеtеrminеd to unlock his full capabilitiеs.

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Herbert is excited and “fired up” about the opportunity to collaborate with new Head Coach Jim Harbaugh. In an engaging appearance on ‘Chasin’ It’ of The 33rd Team, Herbert expressed his excitement about playing under Harbaugh and his distinguished track record. “He’s done such a great job at the NFL level and college level,” Herbert remarked. “He’s had success everywhere he goes. He’s a competitor. He wants to win, and I am really excited to play for him.” Reflecting on his initial interactions with Harbaugh, Herbert emphasized the coach’s unwavering commitment to victory and his comprehensive vision for the Chargers’ future.

“From the times I’ve talked to him, he seems like a competitor. He just wants to win, and that’s definitely a guy you want to play for,” Herbert shared. However, besides expressive excitement in working with Harbaugh Herbert also expressed his excitement for the return of the quarterback coach Shane Day for the upcoming season.

Herbert’s excitement on Coach Day’s return

QB coach Shane Day has been commended for his exceptional leadership in the quarterback room. Having previously served in the same position from 2021 to 2022, Day’s reinstatement received high praise from Herbert, who hailed him as one of his all-time favorite coaches. “Shane Day has been one of my favorite coaches of all time,” Herbert said. “Just his understanding of the game and the way he treats that quarterback room and the way he gets prepared. He’s a true professional, and you can kind of talk to that as well.”

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Herbert lauded Day’s profound understanding of the game, his meticulous preparation, and his professionalism, emphasizing the invaluable support he provides to the team. According to Herbert, Day’s presence is instrumental in fostering growth and development among the quarterbacks, attributing his positive impact to both his coaching acumen and his exemplary character. “To have a guy like that in your corner to fight for you, to teach you, to help you grow, there’s no one better than that,” said Herbert.

Moreover, Herbert provided insights into the team’s recruiting process. Herbert acknowledged Harbaugh’s multifaceted responsibilities, including scouting, Combine preparations, and offensive strategy development, expressing confidence that finer details would be addressed as the offseason progresses, particularly once OTAs commence.