Overview
- The Chargers enter Week 5 0-4 with one of the NFL’s worst offenses, averaging about 16.8 points per game and generating roughly 289 yards per game.
- Justin Herbert has struggled in the new system with four touchdown passes, six interceptions and a very low QBR through four games while taking heavy pressure from a banged-up offensive line.
- The team has the league’s worst average offensive starting spot (around its own 26) and worst opponent starting spot (about their own 39.5), with 10 turnovers so far that have repeatedly flipped field position against them.
- Mike McDaniel publicly said calls for his firing “come with the territory,” while head coach Jim Harbaugh has said McDaniel’s job is not in jeopardy and the staff is evaluating fixes such as simplifying Herbert’s role or shifting play-calling responsibilities.
- If the Chargers lose to Denver in Week 5 the club risks a deeper slide that could force midseason staff changes, reduce playoff hopes and accelerate roster and tactical overhauls that would affect players and coaches alike.