Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is under a whole lot of fire right now after ... even before the game for his inability to elevate his team throughout his NFL career, and he didn't do himself any favors by throwing four interceptions ...

A tough blow could be on the horizon for the Los Angeles Chargers, as a veteran defensive player is considering retiring from the NFL, which could hinder Justin Herbert’s big aspirations for the upcoming season.

The former Oregon Ducks star and fifth-year quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers threw four interceptions in a 32-12 loss to the Houston Texans on Saturday, including a pick-six to Texans safety Eric Murray late in the third quarter of the Wild Card playoff matchup.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had arguably the worst game of his NFL career in a 32-12 loss to the Houston Texans on Saturday.

The Los Angeles Chargers had a solid run during the season, making it to the playoffs, but they fell in a disappointing manner, with Justin Herbert becoming the target of all kinds of criticism. Derwin James had to step in to lend a hand to his quarterback.

Despite helping lead the Chargers to 11 victories — their most since 2018 — it has been a mixed season statistically for Herbert. He averaged a career-low 227.6 passing yards per game, but has a career-best 101.7 passer rating.

Justin Herbert struggled mightily in the Los Angeles Chargers' playoff loss, but that defeat only emphasized the team's biggest offseason priority.

The Los Angeles Chargers are done as far as the 2025 postseason goes, but there's positives to look forward to in the future. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert struggled alongside LA's bad offensive line play and lackluster pass catching performances (outside of Ladd McConkey).

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