In preparing for Sunday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, Michael Peterson and I sat down for a small Q&A for one another’s publications.
1. Think it’s obvious where we must begin our discussion: Justin Herbert. I believe many saw him as the “real deal” last season but his on-field ability appears to have even surpassed the highest projections. What are some of the reasons Herbert is thriving and competing for League MVP?
When Herbert was succeeding last year, I truly feel that was in spite of the coaching staff. Their run-first approach was a visible burden to the young quarterback who has always thrived at orchestrating an up-tempo offense in which he was given the freedom to sling it.